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Carpentry Basics 3

Subjects : industries, carpentry
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
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This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. Roofing brackets are constructed to fit the roof's_____.






2. The advantage of wood over aluminum is that it






3. A top view of the footings or foundation walls is a/an _____ plan.






4. The person Who is licensed to design buildings and oversee their construction is the






5. At least how many ladder rungs should extend above the eaves to allow a person to step directly out onto the roof?






6. A noncorrosive - nonstaining material used along the eaves and rakes to allow water runoff to drip clear of underlying construction.






7. maximum span of a 2'


8. Which type of drawing shows only one side and two dimensions of an object from a specific viewpoint?






9. How far should the start row of shingles hang over the apron and drip edge?






10. What roofing term identifies the horizontal - lower edge of a sloped roof?






11. A ridgeboard is typically






12. Which of these is a true statement regarding availability for work






13. Lines on drawings used to show an outline that is not visible from the view shown are called...






14. A framing square has two sections called the






15. Wooden joists are normally placed _____ OC with the crown _____.


16. How far should the start row of shingles hang over the apron and drip edge?






17. Method of valley construction in which shingles on both sides of the valley are trimmed along a chalk line. The line is snapped on each side of the valley. Shingles do not extend across the valley. The flashing is exposed.






18. When repairing valley flashing - how many inches from the lifted shingle edge should you spread roofing cement?






19. Which of these tasks falls into the category of rough carpentry?






20. What enlarged drawings show the builder how various parts are to be connected?






21. A type of dark roof discoloration caused by algae. Commonly called fungus growth.






22. A type of adjustable square that can be used to set - test - and transfer angles is called a...






23. The standard width for a main entry door is...


24. A portable circular saw has






25. The internal angle formed by the intersection of two sloping roof planes.






26. The term S-dry on a lumber grade stamp means that the lumber contains ____ moisture






27. Specific types of foundations - doors - windows - insulation - cornices - and so forth is customarily shown in the _____ drawings






28. The standard width for a main entry door is...


29. What type of material can be used in place of a corrosion-resistant metal sleeve and flange to flash a stack (vent)?






30. A _____ plan is a plan of footings and foundation walls.






31. What is the MAXIMUM length of the safety belt lanyard used while roofing?






32. If lumber is used in contact with masonry - it must be






33. The term quarter-sawed means...






34. The horizontal member at the bottom of a door frame is known as the






35. The type of fastener that should be used to secure a window to the structure is a...






36. At least how many ladder rungs should extend above the eaves to allow a person to step directly out onto the roof?






37. One of the MOST critical factors in roof duration is _____.






38. How many inches should single-layer underlayment lap over the side lap at the end of all joints?






39. What is the MOST popular layout for installing standard 12-inch tab asphalt shingles?






40. Asphalt roofing product manufactured in roll form.






41. A vent pipe that penetrates the roof.






42. For a given length and size - the type of floor joist with the most strength is a(n)






43. In what order should damaged shingles be removed?






44. To cover the surface of one shingle or roll with another.






45. Any outlet for air that protrudes through the roof deck - such as a pipe or stack. Any device installed on the roof - gable - or soffit for the purpose of ventilating the underside of the roof deck.






46. What should you use to seal the joints between flashing and other surfaces after holes have been patched?






47. Detail drawings consist of what two types of views?






48. The finished underside of the eaves.






49. What enlarged drawings show the builder how various parts are to be connected?






50. A plan is what view of a construction project?