TLE - 7: Carpentry and Masonry

What is a common hand tool used for measuring wood?

• Ruler

• Level

• Square

• Tape measure

Name a tool used for cutting wood.

• hammer

• saw

• drill

• screwdriver

What is the purpose of a chisel in carpentry?

• To drill holes in wood

• To sand the surface of wood

• To measure the length of wood

• The purpose of a chisel in carpentry is to carve and shape wood.

Describe a technique used to join two pieces of wood.

• Screws

• Nails

• Wood glue

• Duct tape

What is mortar used for in masonry?

• Mortar is primarily used for insulation purposes.

• Mortar is used to bind masonry units together and provide structural stability.

• Mortar is used to create decorative patterns on walls.

• Mortar is used to waterproof masonry structures.

Name a tool that helps in leveling surfaces in masonry.

• Hammer

• Trowel

• Chisel

• Level

What is the function of a trowel in masonry work?

• To cut bricks into smaller pieces

• To measure the dimensions of a wall

• To mix cement and sand together

• The function of a trowel in masonry work is to spread, shape, and smooth mortar or concrete.

Explain the term 'bricklaying' in masonry.

• Bricklaying is the art of designing blueprints for buildings.

• Bricklaying is the construction of walls and structures using bricks and mortar.

• Bricklaying involves the use of concrete only.

• Bricklaying is the process of painting walls.

What safety equipment should be worn when using hand tools?

• Sunglasses, shorts, and a tank top

• Earplugs, a raincoat, and sandals

• Baseball cap, flip-flops, and a t-shirt

• Safety goggles, gloves, steel-toed boots, and a dust mask.

How does the use of a hammer differ between carpentry and masonry?

• A hammer in carpentry is primarily for painting, while in masonry it is used for cutting wood.

• In carpentry, a hammer is used for breaking stone, while in masonry it is used for assembling furniture.

• A hammer in carpentry is used for shaping wood, while in masonry it is used for driving nails into stone.

• A hammer in carpentry is used for driving nails into wood, while in masonry it is used for shaping and breaking stone or brick.