68 Chapter 4 Hand Tools
Test Your Knowledge
Answer the following questions based on the
information provided in this section.
1. True or False? The best rule for measuring
long stock is the bench rule.
2. Look at the portion of a customary
rule shown here and determine the
measurements indicated below. For
example, the distance from A to B = 1/2″.
1 2
A B C D E
A. Distance from B to C
B. Distance from A to D
C. Distance from A to E
D. Distance from D to E
3. Look at the portion of a metric rule shown
here and write the measurements indicated
below. For example, the distance from A to
B = 10 mm.
50 40 30 20 10 mm
A B C D E
A. A to C
B. A to D
C. C to E
D. D to E
4. List three kinds of squares normally found
in a woodshop.
5. A sliding T-bevel allows for accurate layout
of angles other than 45° and 90°. The angles
can be set using another tool, the _____.
6. A(n) _____ is used to make an indentation
that marks the center point before drilling a
hole.
7. True or False? The marking gauge is
very useful for laying out lines that run
perpendicular to an edge.
8. _____ may be used to lay out large arcs and
circles.
9. True or False? The measurement taken by
calipers normally must be read with a
separate rule.
10. A(n) _____ allows you to lay out the same
pattern time after time.
11. A(n) _____ is made from a material that can
be bent into many shapes and curves.
Figure 4-24. Use the fl exible curve to lay out odd
shapes and curves on wood stock.
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