Questions from orig test

Question 1

There are 12 inches in a foot and, for scene shop purposes, _____ parts to an inch

Answer 1

16

Question 2

Using heat/electrical arc to connect one piece of steel to another is called what?

Answer 2

Welding

Question 3

Which production team member is responsible for the construction of the set?

Answer 3

Technical Director

Question 4

A radial arm saw can be used to

Answer 4

cut multiple pieces of wood at the same length

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a tool powered by compressed air

Answer 5

pneumatic stapler

Question 6

What is a proscenium?

Answer 6

The archway that frames the stage vertically

Question 7

What is the current seating configuration of our MainStage Theatre (the one in this building)

Answer 7

Thrust

Question 8

In a hemp counterweight system, what is the least desired type of rope to use because of its tendency to stretch under a heavy load

Answer 8

nylon

Question 9

A device that allows individual lines to be pulled down slightly to make the batten level is called

Answer 9

Trim clamp

Question 10

When a batten is parallel to the stage floor or a set element has been placed to its desired height within the performance area it is

Answer 10

at trim

Question 11

A component with a groove around its circumference to support and contain a rope or cabe and a bearing at its center to permit rotation about a shaft is called

Answer 11

sheave

Question 12

a plain black curtain used to define the top limit of the stage and to mask or hide lights and unused scenery is a

Answer 12

border

Question 13

A curtain on a track that can be opened or closed to reveal or mask a portion of the stage is called

Answer 13

traveler

Question 14

Which is not a fastener

Answer 14

Strap

Question 15

The main causes of accidents in theatre are

Answer 15

being in a hurry
improper use of tools and facilities
carelessness
(all of the above)

Question 16

Metal ladders should be avoided for theatrical use because they

Answer 16

conduct electricity

Question 17

Person with overall responsibility for selection and interpretation of the work performed by a theatre, ballet, or opera company

Answer 17

artistic director

Question 18

Person who provides practical and organizational support to the director, actors, designers, and stage crew

Answer 18

stage manager

Question 19

a box nail shaft is thinner than

Answer 19

a common nail
a double headed nail
(both these)

Question 20

what is a disadvantage to using a drywall screw to fasten scenery

Answer 20

they snap when over stressed because they are hardened

Question 21

a scene shop should have

Answer 21

a big enough space to cut and assemble scenery safely

Question 22

the tool used to weld aluminum is

Answer 22

a TIG welder

Question 23

A band saw is used to cut

Answer 23

metal
curvilinear
foam
(all of the above)

Question 24

a periaktoi is a

Answer 24

triangular scenic device use in Greek theatre

Question 25

a hitch tied in a rope reduces the breaking strength to 75% of its original strength

Answer 25

75%

Question 26

Running, practical jokes, throwing tools or materials, and jumping from one level to another are always encouraged on stage

Answer 26

False

Question 27

Open holes and unusable platforms or step units must be barricaded or covered when left unattended

Answer 27

True

Question 28

Goggles, face shields, or safety glasses should be worn at all times when working in the shop or on stage

Answer 28

False

Question 29

Always brush away chips or sawdust while tools or machines are operation

Answer 29

False

Question 30

A deluge curtain is used to make a rain effects for theatrical productions

Answer 30

False

Question 31

A safe scene shop is clean and well lit

Answer 31

True

Question 32

To be dressed properly to work in the scene shop, wear _____ shoes, avoid _____ clothing, and cover or tie long hair that could catch in moving parts or air vents

Answer 32

close-toed, loose

Question 33

Name two types of rope used in counterweight systems

Answer 33

hemp rope, manila

Question 34

know how to indicate tape measure in feet and inches

Answer 34

4’ - 1 5/8’’ , 4’-5’’

Question 35

7’ - 4’’ + 1’ - 6 1/2 “

Answer 35

8’ - 10 1/2’’

Question 36

8’ - 6’’ - 3’ - 3’’

Answer 36

5’ - 3’’

Question 37

tools to know

Answer 37

Router
pneumatic stapler
chalk line
claw hammer
rip hamer
drawing knife 
ball peen hammer
framing square
combination square
lag screw (or lag bolt)