forest grove high school professional / technical department
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Forest Grove High School Professional / Technical DepartmentDo not
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1. Which of the following behaviors are NOT acceptable in the shop? a. Running ,chasing, and throwing. b. Sliding down the stair rail. c. Wrestling, boxing, or generally touching other people. d. Napping or putting your head down on the tables. e. All of the above.
2. When not in use, vises should be kept…
a. closed, with the handles up. b. closed, with the handles down. c. open, with the handles up. d. open with the handles down. e. as tight as humanly possible.
3. If at any time you are unsure about a safety-related procedure, you should…
a. hit the red emergency button located at the front of the shop. b. proceed regardless of the consequences to your safety. c. ask another student how to do it. d. ask the teacher for help. e. ask another student to make the cut for you.
4. Safety glasses are to be worn…
a. only when it is convenient and they won’t mess up your hair. b. only when you are sure they won’t make you look like a dork. c. especially when the teacher is looking. d. when operating or assisting with any power tools. e. only when using the tablesaws or the router.
5. Proper attire in the shop includes…
a. open-toed shoes and sandals. b. everything forbidden in the rest of the school. c. long necklaces, bracelets, string ties, and chains hanging off your body. d. long loose sleeves and long loose hair. e. None of the above.
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6. Which of the following statements are true regarding the use of stains and finishes in the woodshops?
a. Apply all finishes in the finish room with the ventilation fan off. b. Dampen oil-based finish rags with water after use and dispose of them in one
of the regular shop garbage cans. c. Follow all finish product instructions on the container and leave the container
lids off after use. d. Keep the finish room clean and make sure the door to the finish cabinet is kept
closed. e. All of the above are true.
7. Which is NOT one of the Golden Rules of Woodshop Safety? a. Use your PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when required. b. Completing the Safety program is nice but not required. c. 4 Inch Rule: Never get closer than 4” to a moving blade or bit. d. KNOW what you are doing BEFORE you start the machine. e. Complete CONCENTRATION on the cut is always required.
8. The best way to remove scrap and debris from a machine is to … a. use compressed air at about 100 p.s.i. b. swipe it away with your hand, but carefully if the blade is spinning. c. blow real hard (wearing safety glasses of course). d. use a bench brush, but only after the machine has stopped. e. use a ruler to poke it away.
9. It is important to return hand tools to their proper place in the tool room when you are done using them because…
a. it lets other people know it is available for use. b. it saves time for everybody if they don’t have to search for it. c. a clean, uncluttered shop is a safer shop. d. All of the above are true. e. None of the above are true.
10. Which of the following statements is true?
a. Dull blades are safer than sharp blades. b. The woodshop is a great place for music players and cell phones. c. It is polite to look at people when they speak to you, even when you are using
an extremely dangerous piece of equipment. d. Be sure stock is free of debris, dried glue, nails, staples and loose knots before
machining. e. Backpacks should be stored around or on the worktables so that music players
and cell phones are more accessible. They are not a tripping hazard.
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11. A cut made across the grain of a board is called a… a. rip cut. b. cross cut c. plunge cut. d. blind cut. e. short cut. 12. A cut made with the grain of a board is called a… a. rip cut. b. cross cut c. plunge cut. d. blind cut.
e. short cut.
13. In the woodshop, the term “stock” refers to… a. “original from the factory.” b. a rifle stock. c. “keep a supply of.” d. the wood material you are machining e. a medieval punishment device used for students with two or more tardies.
14. When handling large sheets of melamine during deliveries or cutting procedures,
a. even if you are strong as Mr. Keith Flaig (who is freakishly strong), use a partner to help with the sheet.
b. be very careful with the corners because they can break off easily. c. be very careful with the edges because they can cut you like a ragged blade. d. All of the above. e. None of the above.
15. The yellow lines on the floor indicate and define…
a. conversation areas. b. loading zones. c. a complex system for predicting a solar eclipse. d. machine operator “only” areas. e. the way to Oz.
16. Scrap wood over 10” in length should be …
a. left on or around the machine you cut it with (inside the yellow lines). b. put in the wood bins under the lathes. c. put in the tool room. d. left on the work tables. e. put in the scrap bin as soon as you are done with your cuts.
17. When gathering bar clamps at a work table for use, a. stand them on the floor and lean them against the table. b. lay them flat on the table.
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Powermatic Planer 18. The first step in using this planer is to…
a. measure the thickness of your stock. b. set the planer to the finished thickness you desire. c. engage the feed rollers. d. All of the above e. None of the above.
19. The minimum length of board that should be planed is…
a. 2”. b. 4”. c. 6”. d. 8”. e. 12”.
20. The planer is designed to surface particleboard and plywood in addition to solid wood.
a. True b. False
21. The planer is primarily designed to surface…
a. face grain. b. end grain. c. edge grain. d. whole grain e. None of the above.
22. The most that should be removed on the first and any subsequent pass through the planer is 1/16”.
a. True b. False
23. If the stock becomes stuck during surfacing, the first thing you should try is to raise the support table, which increases the traction.
a. True b. False
24. Before using the planer, make sure that…
a. the stock is clean and free of nails, staples, or excessive glue. b. the dust collector if off. c. your fingers are on the bottom of the board. d. the crown is down. e. seats are in the upright position and carry-on bags are properly stored.
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Jointer 25. Primarily, the jointer should be used only on...
a. face grain b. end grain c. edge grain d. All of the above. e. None of the above.
26. How many pushsticks would be needed to joint a piece less than 4” wide (tall)?
a. One b. Two c. Three d. Four e. None.
27. Before using the jointer, check the guard operation, depth of cut, and the square of the fence.
a. True b. False
28. If used properly, the jointer will make both edges of a board straight, parallel, and square to the face.
a. True b. False
29. The minimum length of board that should be jointed is… a. 2” b. 4” c. 6” d. 8” e. 12”
30. When deciding which part of a board to joint, you should generally choose…
a. the best edge. b. the worst edge. c. the best end. d. the worst end. e. either face.
31. If properly adjusted and used, the jointer will…
a. make an end straighter. b. make an edge straight and square to the face. c. make an edge straight and square to the edge. d. make the face flat and square with the end. e. All of the above.
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Tablesaw 32. The first two settings you should check before using the tablesaw are…
a. the blade height and angle.
b. the guard direction and blade speed.
c. the table height and rip fence angle.
d. the blade angle and dust collector.
e. None of the above.
33. The tablesaw blade height should be set no higher than… a. ¼” above the top of the stock being cut. b. ¼” below the top of the stock being cut. c. 1” above the top of the stock being cut. d. 4” above the top of the stock being cut. e. None of the above.
34. The blade on the tablesaw can tilt from…
a. 0-45 degrees b. 0-90 degrees. c. 0-180 degrees. d. 0-360 degrees. e. The blade does not tilt.
35. To start the SawStop tablesaw,
a. the power switch must be in the “on” position. b. a solid green light on the switch box indicates the systems are ready for use. c. gently pull the start/stop paddle out at the bottom. d. All the above. e. None of the above.
36. Which of the two blade set-ups pictured on the left would be the best for ripping very narrow stock? 37. Which of the two set-ups would be the safest for most ripping operations?
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A B
Figure 1 Figure 2 38. Which of the illustrations above shows the use of a rip fence?
a. Figure 1 b. Figure 2 c. Neither.
39. Which of the illustrations above shows the use of a miter gauge?
a. Figure 1 b. Figure 2 c. Neither
40. In most tablesaw ripping operations, the piece you want to keep should be between the blade and the fence, or in other words, set the saw up to cut the piece you want to keep.
a. True b. False
41. Whether using the rip fence or the miter gauge, push mainly on the waste portion of the board.
a. True b. False
42. Is a pushstick required if you are making a 4” rip on the tablesaw?
a. yes b. no
43. The shortest allowable board that may be ripped on the table saw is…
a. 4” b. 6” c. 8” d. 10” e. 12”
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44. When using the tablesaw rip fence, the board that you are cutting should …
a. be longer than it is wide. b. be wider than it is long. c. be at least 1” thick. d. Have the straightest edge tight against the rip fence. e. A and D are correct
45. When using the rip fence, the best place to stand is…
a. directly behind the stock. b. to the left of the stock only. c. to the right of the stock only. d. left or right, depending on where you have the best control of the stock and
are least likely to be hit by a KICKBACK! e. wherever you can best intercept a KICKBACK!
46. When cross cutting narrow stock on the tablesaw, use the… a. miter gauge. b. rip fence. c. dado blade. d. long skinny pushstick. e. tapering jig.
47. When is it okay to use the fence and the miter gauge together on the tablesaw?
a. Anytime. b. Only when the fence and the miter gauge are on opposite sides of the blade. c. Only when the fence and the miter gauge are on the same side of the blade. d. Only when making rip cuts. e. Never.
48. When is it okay to make freehand cuts on the tablesaw?
a. When cutting circles. b. When doing extreme cuts. c. When you can’t find a miter gauge. d. All of the above e. Never
49. The job of the “tail off” person is to…
a. help guide large pieces. b. help support large pieces. c. help pull the tail of large pieces through the blade. d. tell students to get their “tail off” the tablesaw. e. work his/her “tail off.”
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50. Which following statements are true about the illustrations above?
a. A is the elevation hand wheel and B is the tilt hand wheel. b. B is the elevation hand wheel and A is the tilt hand wheel. c. Neither statement is true.
51. If the board becomes jammed while cutting you should…
a. back the board out and try again while the saw is still running. b. push harder. c. push MUCH HARDER! d. hold the board stable with one hand and turn the saw off with the other. e. immediately let go of the board.
52. If a board won’t go through the saw it might be because…
a. the blade is not high enough. b. the grain is aggressive and the kerf is pinching down on the splitter. c. there is scrap stuck in the guard. d. the board is unstable. e. All of the above.
53. When selecting a pushstick for use on the tablesaw,
a. make sure the pushstick has a heel to control the stock. b. use an appropriate pushstick for the cut you are making and that gives you the
BEST control of the stock. c. wider is better for wider stock. d. narrower is better for narrow stock. e. All of the above are true.
B
A
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Tablesaw – Rabbets and Dados
Figure 1 Figure 2
54. Which of the following statements is true about the illustrations above?
a. Figure 1 is a dado and Figure 2 is a rabbet. b. Figure 1 is a rabbet and Figure 2 is a dado. c. Dados are always cut deeper than rabbets. d. Rabbets are always cut deeper than dados. e. None of the statements are true.
55. You MUST have the teacher approve ALL rabbet and dado set-ups before proceeding with a cut.
a. True b. Mostly True c. It depends on what the definition of “MUST and “ALL” is. d. False e. Mostly False
56. When setting up for a rabbet cut: a. Insert the 8” blade brake.
b. Make sure the correct throat plate is on. c. Double check to make sure the blade is not touching the fence.. d. All of the above
A B 10
57. Which of the above is a chipper? 58. Which of the above is a brake? 59. When setting up a dado or rabbet, the teeth of the blade should point…
a. towards you. b. away from you. c. both ways.
60. When making a dado cut, you must keep pressure against the fence all the way through the cut.
a. True b. False
61. Except for one special chipper, all of the pieces in the stacked dado blade cut 1/16” wide.
a. True b. False
62. How many pieces of the stacked dado blade are needed to cut a 1/4” dado?
a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4 e. 5
C D
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63. How many pieces of the stacked dado blade are needed to cut a 5/8” rabbet? a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4 e. 5
64. When making a dado cut, you should…
a. make a least two passes and make sure the cut is complete. b. make the cut very quickly. c. hold the board firmly, using the correct pushstick(s) as necessary. d. All of the above. e. A and C are correct.
65. The dado blade has a tendency to…
a. push you around and tell you what to do. b. make a hilarious belching sound. c. pull the stock down and forward. d. push the stock up and back. e. None of the above.
66. If you are using the stacked dado blade, you MUST…
a. use BOTH the outside blades. b. line the first chipper up with the gap in the first blade. c. offset/stagger each chipper from the chipper next to it. d. All of the above. e. None of the above.
67. Primarily, dado and rabbet cuts should be limited to a depth of…
a. ¼” or ½ the thickness of the stock. b. ½” or ¼ the thickness of the stock. c. ¾” or twice the thickness of the stock. d. All of the above e. None of the above.
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Mitersaws 10” Mitersaw 12” Compound Mitersaw 10” Sliding Compound Mitersaw
68. Material to be cut on any miter saw should always be laid flat on the base and tight against the fence.
a. True b. False
69. All of the mitersaws can cut accurate miters up to 45-degrees, left or right.
a. True b. False
70. The mitersaws are a good choice for… a. safe and accurate rip cuts. b. safe and accurate cross cuts. c. rough cuts only. d. Both a and b. e. None of the above.
71. The difference between a mitersaw and a compound mitersaw is that…
a. the standard mitersaw can cut two angle planes simultaneously. b. the compound mitersaw can cut two angle planes simultaneously. c. the 4” rule applies only to the standard mitersaw. d. the compound mitersaw cuts much faster. e. the standard mitersaw’s teeth point towards you.
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72. The sliding compound mitersaw is designed to cut on the… Fill in the blank___________________________________________________
73. What is the widest board you should attempt to cut on the standard 10” mitersaw?
a. 3” b. 5” c. 8” d. 10” e. 12”
74. What is the widest board you should attempt to cut on the 12” compound mitersaw?
a. 3” b. 8”
75. What is the widest board you should attempt to cut on the 10” sliding compound mitersaw? Fill in the blank___________________________________________________ 76. To make an accurate cut to length on the mitersaws, first square up one end, then…
a. have someone else cut the other end for you. b. draw a line on the stock and carefully line up the blade before making the cut. c. cut the other end very quickly. d. utilize the old mill end of the board because it’s usually pretty square anyway. e. None of the above.
77. Before starting a cut with the mitersaw,
a. get the special mitersaw helmet from the tool room. b. let the blade come to full speed. c. use the blade brake to ease into the cut. d. give a mighty KIAI! shout and try to break it with your hand instead. e. None of the above.
78. Which of the following statements is true when using the mitersaws?
a. Pay attention to what side of your pencil line the blade is on, otherwise you might cut the piece too short by the width of the blade.
b. The operator MUST verify that the blade guard is returning back over the blade after each cut.
c. Cutting too fast with a mitersaw can result in the saw pulling and/or throwing the board.
d. All of the above e. None of the above.
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Router A B C
D E 79. Which of the above router bits is used to trim off excess stock? 80. Which of the above router bits is known as a round-over bit? 81. Which of the above router bits is known as a cove bit? 82. Which of the above router bits is known as a chamfer bit? 83. When making the first pass with the router, feed the stock…
a. with the rotation of the bit. b. against the rotation of the bit.
84. When using the router,
a. either the router(table) or the stock must be clamped. b. always unplug it before changing bits. c. the guide wheel MUST have something to ride against. d. two passes are usually required for a clean cut. e. All of the above.
85. To ensure success when using the router,
a. first test the bit on the bottom of your project. b. first test the bit on another student’s project. c. see if the teacher will route it so you don’t have too. d. try to get another student to route it for you. e. run a test piece to see if the bit and setting are what you want.
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Bandsaw
86. The first thing you should do before using the bandsaw is…
a. turn it on. b. adjust the upper guard wheel. c. adjust the blade height. d. open the wheel doors. e. None of the above.
87. How close should the upper guard wheel be set to the stock?
a. ¼” b. ½” c. 1” d. 2” e. 4”
88. It is possible to pull the blade off the saw when backing out of a cut carelessly.
a. True b. False
89. When cutting curves or tight turns,
a. turn the board sharply, because in this situation, might makes right. b. a loud squealing noise and smoke coming off the blade is normal. c. make a series of relief cuts to ease pressure on the blade. d. it might be necessary to hold your fingers very close to the blade. e. All of the above.
90. If the blade breaks while you are using the bandsaw,
a. stop, drop, and roll. b. walk casually away as if nothing happened and tell no one. c. tape the blade back together (with duct tape only) and continue cutting. d. turn off the saw, step back, and notify the instructor. e. None of the above.
Sanders 91. The spindle sander (pictured) is best used for…
a. sanding straight lines. b. sanding 90-degree corners. c. sanding inside curves. d. sanding fingernails. e. sanding spindles.
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92. The belt portion of the belt/disc sander is best used for… a. sanding straight lines b. sanding 90-degree corners. c. sanding inside curves. d. making pointed sticks. e. launching boxes into the bandsaw. 93. The disc portion of the belt/disc sander should be used… a. on the up rotation. b. on the down rotation. c. sanding outside curves. d. sanding straight ends. e. b,c,and d are correct. 94. The belt/disc and spindle sanders are completely safe and can not injure you. The 4” rule does not apply to these machines. a. True b. False
Hand Tools
95. When using the palm sanders… a. unplug the sander before changing paper.
b. make sure it is in the “off” position before plugging it in. c. take care not to sand over the cord. d. unplug it by holding the receptacle, not the cord! e. All of the above
96. When using the portable drill, make sure … a. smaller stock is clamped.
b. the bit has been tightened. c. the direction switch is in the “forward” position. d. you hold firmly and don’t drill too far. e. all of the above.
97. If the stock becomes stuck on the drill bit,
a. run the drill at full speed until the stock is “thrown clear.” b. knock the stock off with a claw hammer. c. rock the drill back and forth until the bit snaps off clean. d. reverse the direction switch and back out slowly. e. None of the above.
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Pneumatic Nailers and Staplers
Brad Nailer Stapler 98. When using the pneumatic nailer or stapler,
a. be sure of the depth and direction of the nail or staple. b. be aware of air discharging every time you fire. c. treat the nailer / stapler like a loaded gun, be careful of the direction it is pointing d. discharging the nailer / stapler at anyone could result in expulsion and criminal charges. e. All of the above.
99. If a nail or staple becomes jammed in the gun, the most important thing to do is… a. turn off the air pressure, it is not necessary to disconnect the hose. b. dig the obstruction out with a screwdriver. c. fire the nailer / stapler rapidly to clear the obstruction. d. immediately return the nailer / stapler to the tool room. e. disconnect the hose before looking for the obstruction. 100. The typical order in which you would mill a rough board is to… a. rip, joint, plane, crosscut. b. joint, plane, crosscut, rip. c. plane, rip, joint, crosscut. d. crosscut, rip, plane, joint.
e. plane, joint, rip, crosscut. 101. List the seven golden rules of woodworking a. f. b g.. c. d. e.
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C
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1. Which of the following behaviors are NOT acceptable in the shop? a. Running ,chasing, and throwing. b. Sliding down the stair rail. c. Wrestling, boxing, or generally touching other people. d. Napping or putting your head down on the tables. e. All of the above.
2. When not in use, vises should be kept…
a. closed, with the handles up. b. closed, with the handles down. c. open, with the handles up. d. open with the handles down. e. as tight as humanly possible.
3. If at any time you are unsure about a safety-related procedure, you should…
a. hit the red emergency button located at the front of the shop. b. proceed regardless of the consequences to your safety. c. ask another student how to do it. d. ask the teacher for help. e. ask another student to make the cut for you.
4. Safety glasses are to be worn…
a. only when it is convenient and they won’t mess up your hair. b. only when you are sure they won’t make you look like a dork. c. especially when the teacher is looking. d. when operating or assisting with any power tools. e. only when using the tablesaws or the router.
5. Proper attire in the shop includes…
a. open-toed shoes and sandals. b. everything forbidden in the rest of the school. c. long necklaces, bracelets, string ties, and chains hanging off your body. d. long loose sleeves and long loose hair. e. None of the above.
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6. Which of the following statements are true regarding the use of stains and finishes in the woodshops?
a. Apply all finishes in the finish room with the ventilation fan off. b. Dampen oil-based finish rags with water after use and dispose of them in one
of the regular shop garbage cans. c. Follow all finish product instructions on the container and leave the container
lids off after use. d. Keep the finish room clean and make sure the door to the finish cabinet is kept
closed. e. All of the above are true.
7. Which is NOT one of the Golden Rules of Woodshop Safety? a. Use your PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when required. b. Completing the Safety program is nice but not required. c. 4 Inch Rule: Never get closer than 4” to a moving blade or bit. d. KNOW what you are doing BEFORE you start the machine. e. Complete CONCENTRATION on the cut is always required.
8. The best way to remove scrap and debris from a machine is to … a. use compressed air at about 100 p.s.i. b. swipe it away with your hand, but carefully if the blade is spinning. c. blow real hard (wearing safety glasses of course). d. use a bench brush, but only after the machine has stopped. e. use a ruler to poke it away.
9. It is important to return hand tools to their proper place in the tool room when you are done using them because…
a. it lets other people know it is available for use. b. it saves time for everybody if they don’t have to search for it. c. a clean, uncluttered shop is a safer shop. d. All of the above are true. e. None of the above are true.
10. Which of the following statements is true?
a. Dull blades are safer than sharp blades. b. The woodshop is a great place for music players and cell phones. c. It is polite to look at people when they speak to you, even when you are using
an extremely dangerous piece of equipment. d. Be sure stock is free of debris, dried glue, nails, staples and loose knots before
machining. e. Backpacks should be stored around or on the worktables so that music players
and cell phones are more accessible. They are not a tripping hazard.
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11. A cut made across the grain of a board is called a… a. rip cut. b. cross cut c. plunge cut. d. blind cut. e. short cut. 12. A cut made with the grain of a board is called a… a. rip cut. b. cross cut c. plunge cut. d. blind cut.
e. short cut.
13. In the woodshop, the term “stock” refers to… a. “original from the factory.” b. a rifle stock. c. “keep a supply of.” d. the wood material you are machining e. a medieval punishment device used for students with two or more tardies.
14. When handling large sheets of melamine during deliveries or cutting procedures,
a. even if you are strong as Mr. Keith Flaig (who is freakishly strong), use a partner to help with the sheet.
b. be very careful with the corners because they can break off easily. c. be very careful with the edges because they can cut you like a ragged blade. d. All of the above. e. None of the above.
15. The yellow lines on the floor indicate and define…
a. conversation areas. b. loading zones. c. a complex system for predicting a solar eclipse. d. machine operator “only” areas. e. the way to Oz.
16. Scrap wood over 10” in length should be …
a. left on or around the machine you cut it with (inside the yellow lines). b. put in the wood bins under the lathes. c. put in the tool room. d. left on the work tables. e. put in the scrap bin as soon as you are done with your cuts.
17. When gathering bar clamps at a work table for use, a. stand them on the floor and lean them against the table. b. lay them flat on the table.
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Powermatic Planer 18. The first step in using this planer is to…
a. measure the thickness of your stock. b. set the planer to the finished thickness you desire. c. engage the feed rollers. d. All of the above e. None of the above.
19. The minimum length of board that should be planed is…
a. 2”. b. 4”. c. 6”. d. 8”. e. 12”.
20. The planer is designed to surface particleboard and plywood in addition to solid wood.
a. True b. False
21. The planer is primarily designed to surface…
a. face grain. b. end grain. c. edge grain. d. whole grain e. None of the above.
22. The most that should be removed on the first and any subsequent pass through the planer is 1/16”.
a. True b. False
23. If the stock becomes stuck during surfacing, the first thing you should try is to raise the support table, which increases the traction.
a. True b. False
24. Before using the planer, make sure that…
a. the stock is clean and free of nails, staples, or excessive glue. b. the dust collector if off. c. your fingers are on the bottom of the board. d. the crown is down. e. seats are in the upright position and carry-on bags are properly stored.
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Jointer 25. Primarily, the jointer should be used only on...
a. face grain b. end grain c. edge grain d. All of the above. e. None of the above.
26. How many pushsticks would be needed to joint a piece less than 4” wide (tall)?
a. One b. Two c. Three d. Four e. None.
27. Before using the jointer, check the guard operation, depth of cut, and the square of the fence.
a. True b. False
28. If used properly, the jointer will make both edges of a board straight, parallel, and square to the face.
a. True b. False
29. The minimum length of board that should be jointed is… a. 2” b. 4” c. 6” d. 8” e. 12”
30. When deciding which part of a board to joint, you should generally choose…
a. the best edge. b. the worst edge. c. the best end. d. the worst end. e. either face.
31. If properly adjusted and used, the jointer will…
a. make an end straighter. b. make an edge straight and square to the face. c. make an edge straight and square to the edge. d. make the face flat and square with the end. e. All of the above.
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Tablesaw 32. The first two settings you should check before using the tablesaw are…
a. the blade height and angle.
b. the guard direction and blade speed.
c. the table height and rip fence angle.
d. the blade angle and dust collector.
e. None of the above.
33. The tablesaw blade height should be set no higher than… a. ¼” above the top of the stock being cut. b. ¼” below the top of the stock being cut. c. 1” above the top of the stock being cut. d. 4” above the top of the stock being cut. e. None of the above.
34. The blade on the tablesaw can tilt from…
a. 0-45 degrees b. 0-90 degrees. c. 0-180 degrees. d. 0-360 degrees. e. The blade does not tilt.
35. To start the SawStop tablesaw,
a. the power switch must be in the “on” position. b. a solid green light on the switch box indicates the systems are ready for use. c. gently pull the start/stop paddle out at the bottom. d. All the above. e. None of the above.
36. Which of the two blade set-ups pictured on the left would be the best for ripping very narrow stock? 37. Which of the two set-ups would be the safest for most ripping operations?
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A B
Figure 1 Figure 2 38. Which of the illustrations above shows the use of a rip fence?
a. Figure 1 b. Figure 2 c. Neither.
39. Which of the illustrations above shows the use of a miter gauge?
a. Figure 1 b. Figure 2 c. Neither
40. In most tablesaw ripping operations, the piece you want to keep should be between the blade and the fence, or in other words, set the saw up to cut the piece you want to keep.
a. True b. False
41. Whether using the rip fence or the miter gauge, push mainly on the waste portion of the board.
a. True b. False
42. Is a pushstick required if you are making a 4” rip on the tablesaw?
a. yes b. no
43. The shortest allowable board that may be ripped on the table saw is…
a. 4” b. 6” c. 8” d. 10” e. 12”
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44. When using the tablesaw rip fence, the board that you are cutting should …
a. be longer than it is wide. b. be wider than it is long. c. be at least 1” thick. d. Have the straightest edge tight against the rip fence. e. A and D are correct
45. When using the rip fence, the best place to stand is…
a. directly behind the stock. b. to the left of the stock only. c. to the right of the stock only. d. left or right, depending on where you have the best control of the stock and
are least likely to be hit by a KICKBACK! e. wherever you can best intercept a KICKBACK!
46. When cross cutting narrow stock on the tablesaw, use the… a. miter gauge. b. rip fence. c. dado blade. d. long skinny pushstick. e. tapering jig.
47. When is it okay to use the fence and the miter gauge together on the tablesaw?
a. Anytime. b. Only when the fence and the miter gauge are on opposite sides of the blade. c. Only when the fence and the miter gauge are on the same side of the blade. d. Only when making rip cuts. e. Never.
48. When is it okay to make freehand cuts on the tablesaw?
a. When cutting circles. b. When doing extreme cuts. c. When you can’t find a miter gauge. d. All of the above e. Never
49. The job of the “tail off” person is to…
a. help guide large pieces. b. help support large pieces. c. help pull the tail of large pieces through the blade. d. tell students to get their “tail off” the tablesaw. e. work his/her “tail off.”
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50. Which following statements are true about the illustrations above?
a. A is the elevation hand wheel and B is the tilt hand wheel. b. B is the elevation hand wheel and A is the tilt hand wheel. c. Neither statement is true.
51. If the board becomes jammed while cutting you should…
a. back the board out and try again while the saw is still running. b. push harder. c. push MUCH HARDER! d. hold the board stable with one hand and turn the saw off with the other. e. immediately let go of the board.
52. If a board won’t go through the saw it might be because…
a. the blade is not high enough. b. the grain is aggressive and the kerf is pinching down on the splitter. c. there is scrap stuck in the guard. d. the board is unstable. e. All of the above.
53. When selecting a pushstick for use on the tablesaw,
a. make sure the pushstick has a heel to control the stock. b. use an appropriate pushstick for the cut you are making and that gives you the
BEST control of the stock. c. wider is better for wider stock. d. narrower is better for narrow stock. e. All of the above are true.
B
A
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Tablesaw – Rabbets and Dados
Figure 1 Figure 2
54. Which of the following statements is true about the illustrations above?
a. Figure 1 is a dado and Figure 2 is a rabbet. b. Figure 1 is a rabbet and Figure 2 is a dado. c. Dados are always cut deeper than rabbets. d. Rabbets are always cut deeper than dados. e. None of the statements are true.
55. You MUST have the teacher approve ALL rabbet and dado set-ups before proceeding with a cut.
a. True b. Mostly True c. It depends on what the definition of “MUST and “ALL” is. d. False e. Mostly False
56. When setting up for a rabbet cut: a. Insert the 8” blade brake.
b. Make sure the correct throat plate is on. c. Double check to make sure the blade is not touching the fence.. d. All of the above
A B 10
57. Which of the above is a chipper? 58. Which of the above is a brake? 59. When setting up a dado or rabbet, the teeth of the blade should point…
a. towards you. b. away from you. c. both ways.
60. When making a dado cut, you must keep pressure against the fence all the way through the cut.
a. True b. False
61. Except for one special chipper, all of the pieces in the stacked dado blade cut 1/16” wide.
a. True b. False
62. How many pieces of the stacked dado blade are needed to cut a 1/4” dado?
a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4 e. 5
C D
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63. How many pieces of the stacked dado blade are needed to cut a 5/8” rabbet? a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4 e. 5
64. When making a dado cut, you should…
a. make a least two passes and make sure the cut is complete. b. make the cut very quickly. c. hold the board firmly, using the correct pushstick(s) as necessary. d. All of the above. e. A and C are correct.
65. The dado blade has a tendency to…
a. push you around and tell you what to do. b. make a hilarious belching sound. c. pull the stock down and forward. d. push the stock up and back. e. None of the above.
66. If you are using the stacked dado blade, you MUST…
a. use BOTH the outside blades. b. line the first chipper up with the gap in the first blade. c. offset/stagger each chipper from the chipper next to it. d. All of the above. e. None of the above.
67. Primarily, dado and rabbet cuts should be limited to a depth of…
a. ¼” or ½ the thickness of the stock. b. ½” or ¼ the thickness of the stock. c. ¾” or twice the thickness of the stock. d. All of the above e. None of the above.
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Mitersaws 10” Mitersaw 12” Compound Mitersaw 10” Sliding Compound Mitersaw
68. Material to be cut on any miter saw should always be laid flat on the base and tight against the fence.
a. True b. False
69. All of the mitersaws can cut accurate miters up to 45-degrees, left or right.
a. True b. False
70. The mitersaws are a good choice for… a. safe and accurate rip cuts. b. safe and accurate cross cuts. c. rough cuts only. d. Both a and b. e. None of the above.
71. The difference between a mitersaw and a compound mitersaw is that…
a. the standard mitersaw can cut two angle planes simultaneously. b. the compound mitersaw can cut two angle planes simultaneously. c. the 4” rule applies only to the standard mitersaw. d. the compound mitersaw cuts much faster. e. the standard mitersaw’s teeth point towards you.
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72. The sliding compound mitersaw is designed to cut on the… Fill in the blank___________________________________________________
73. What is the widest board you should attempt to cut on the standard 10” mitersaw?
a. 3” b. 5” c. 8” d. 10” e. 12”
74. What is the widest board you should attempt to cut on the 12” compound mitersaw?
a. 3” b. 8”
75. What is the widest board you should attempt to cut on the 10” sliding compound mitersaw? Fill in the blank___________________________________________________ 76. To make an accurate cut to length on the mitersaws, first square up one end, then…
a. have someone else cut the other end for you. b. draw a line on the stock and carefully line up the blade before making the cut. c. cut the other end very quickly. d. utilize the old mill end of the board because it’s usually pretty square anyway. e. None of the above.
77. Before starting a cut with the mitersaw,
a. get the special mitersaw helmet from the tool room. b. let the blade come to full speed. c. use the blade brake to ease into the cut. d. give a mighty KIAI! shout and try to break it with your hand instead. e. None of the above.
78. Which of the following statements is true when using the mitersaws?
a. Pay attention to what side of your pencil line the blade is on, otherwise you might cut the piece too short by the width of the blade.
b. The operator MUST verify that the blade guard is returning back over the blade after each cut.
c. Cutting too fast with a mitersaw can result in the saw pulling and/or throwing the board.
d. All of the above e. None of the above.
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Router A B C
D E 79. Which of the above router bits is used to trim off excess stock? 80. Which of the above router bits is known as a round-over bit? 81. Which of the above router bits is known as a cove bit? 82. Which of the above router bits is known as a chamfer bit? 83. When making the first pass with the router, feed the stock…
a. with the rotation of the bit. b. against the rotation of the bit.
84. When using the router,
a. either the router(table) or the stock must be clamped. b. always unplug it before changing bits. c. the guide wheel MUST have something to ride against. d. two passes are usually required for a clean cut. e. All of the above.
85. To ensure success when using the router,
a. first test the bit on the bottom of your project. b. first test the bit on another student’s project. c. see if the teacher will route it so you don’t have too. d. try to get another student to route it for you. e. run a test piece to see if the bit and setting are what you want.
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Bandsaw
86. The first thing you should do before using the bandsaw is…
a. turn it on. b. adjust the upper guard wheel. c. adjust the blade height. d. open the wheel doors. e. None of the above.
87. How close should the upper guard wheel be set to the stock?
a. ¼” b. ½” c. 1” d. 2” e. 4”
88. It is possible to pull the blade off the saw when backing out of a cut carelessly.
a. True b. False
89. When cutting curves or tight turns,
a. turn the board sharply, because in this situation, might makes right. b. a loud squealing noise and smoke coming off the blade is normal. c. make a series of relief cuts to ease pressure on the blade. d. it might be necessary to hold your fingers very close to the blade. e. All of the above.
90. If the blade breaks while you are using the bandsaw,
a. stop, drop, and roll. b. walk casually away as if nothing happened and tell no one. c. tape the blade back together (with duct tape only) and continue cutting. d. turn off the saw, step back, and notify the instructor. e. None of the above.
Sanders 91. The spindle sander (pictured) is best used for…
a. sanding straight lines. b. sanding 90-degree corners. c. sanding inside curves. d. sanding fingernails. e. sanding spindles.
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92. The belt portion of the belt/disc sander is best used for… a. sanding straight lines b. sanding 90-degree corners. c. sanding inside curves. d. making pointed sticks. e. launching boxes into the bandsaw. 93. The disc portion of the belt/disc sander should be used… a. on the up rotation. b. on the down rotation. c. sanding outside curves. d. sanding straight ends. e. b,c,and d are correct. 94. The belt/disc and spindle sanders are completely safe and can not injure you. The 4” rule does not apply to these machines. a. True b. False
Hand Tools
95. When using the palm sanders… a. unplug the sander before changing paper.
b. make sure it is in the “off” position before plugging it in. c. take care not to sand over the cord. d. unplug it by holding the receptacle, not the cord! e. All of the above
96. When using the portable drill, make sure … a. smaller stock is clamped.
b. the bit has been tightened. c. the direction switch is in the “forward” position. d. you hold firmly and don’t drill too far. e. all of the above.
97. If the stock becomes stuck on the drill bit,
a. run the drill at full speed until the stock is “thrown clear.” b. knock the stock off with a claw hammer. c. rock the drill back and forth until the bit snaps off clean. d. reverse the direction switch and back out slowly. e. None of the above.
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Pneumatic Nailers and Staplers
Brad Nailer Stapler 98. When using the pneumatic nailer or stapler,
a. be sure of the depth and direction of the nail or staple. b. be aware of air discharging every time you fire. c. treat the nailer / stapler like a loaded gun, be careful of the direction it is pointing d. discharging the nailer / stapler at anyone could result in expulsion and criminal charges. e. All of the above.
99. If a nail or staple becomes jammed in the gun, the most important thing to do is… a. turn off the air pressure, it is not necessary to disconnect the hose. b. dig the obstruction out with a screwdriver. c. fire the nailer / stapler rapidly to clear the obstruction. d. immediately return the nailer / stapler to the tool room. e. disconnect the hose before looking for the obstruction. 100. The typical order in which you would mill a rough board is to… a. rip, joint, plane, crosscut. b. joint, plane, crosscut, rip. c. plane, rip, joint, crosscut. d. crosscut, rip, plane, joint.
e. plane, joint, rip, crosscut. 101. List the seven golden rules of woodworking a. f. b g.. c. d. e.
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B
C
D