Hand Files and Filing Techniques Quiz

What are hand files primarily used for in a workshop?

• To weld metals

• To cut wood

• To smooth rough edges

• To paint surfaces

What materials can hand files be used on?

• Only wood

• Metals and wood-based materials

• Only metals

• Only plastics

What material are hand files made from?

• Copper

• Plastic

• High carbon steel

• Aluminum

What is the first stage of smoothing a piece of metal or plastic?

• Through filing

• Sanding

• Painting

• Polishing

What is the next stage if through filing is not sufficient?

• Drilling

• Cutting

• Draw filing

• Hammering

What is used for the final stage of smoothing metal?

• Wet and dry paper

• Emery cloth

• Sandpaper

• Paint

What can be added to emery cloth when smoothing steel?

• Water

• Glue

• Paint

• Oil

What type of machine can be used to polish soft metals?

• Drilling machine

• Polishing/buffing machine

• Cutting machine

• Sanding machine

What type of file is used for draw filing the internal edge of a circle?

• Flat file

• Triangular file

• Round file

• Square file

What is ideal for smoothing acrylic and other plastics?

• Wire wool

• Emery cloth

• Carbide abrasive

• Wet and dry paper