Drawing Board and Instruments Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a drawing board?

• To store drawing sheets

• To support drawing paper for making drawings

• To act as a measuring tool

• To hold the compass

What material is commonly used for making drawing boards?

• Metal

• Plastic

• Well-seasoned wood or masonite

• Glass

What is the function of the 'ebony edge' on a drawing board?

• To act as a ruler

• To provide a straight working edge

• To protect the board from moisture

• To increase board thickness

The ‘T’ square is primarily used for drawing which type of lines?

• Curved lines

• Diagonal lines

• Vertical lines

• Horizontal and parallel lines

What is the designation of a standard ‘T’ square according to IS:1360-1989?

• T5

• T3

• T1

• T0

What is the purpose of a mini drafter?

• Only to measure angles

• To combine functions of T-square, set square, protractor, and scale

• To erase unwanted lines

• To hold drawing papers

What is the primary function of an erasing shield?

• To erase the entire drawing

• To protect the drawing paper from moisture

• To help erase specific small portions without affecting other lines

• To sharpen pencils

Set squares are commonly made of which material?

• Wood

• Transparent celluloid or plastic

• Metal

• Rubber

What are the two standard angles of set squares?

• 45° and 90°

• 60° and 30°, and 45°

• 30° and 90°

• 15° and 45°

What material is preferred for making durable scales?

• Ivory

• Plastic

• Stainless steel

• Glass