Section 4.2 Handsaws 73
Test Your Knowledge
Answer the following questions based on the
information provided in this section.
1. A crosscut saw is designed to cut across the
grain on the _____ stroke.
2. On a crosscut saw, the teeth are set to make
a kerf _____ than the thickness of the blade.
3. When you start cutting, make sure the saw
teeth are on the _____ side of the layout line.
4. A ripsaw is designed to cut _____ the grain
of the wood.
5. When cutting with a ripsaw, you should
hold the saw at an angle of about _____
degrees.
6. True or False? A backsaw is used to make
fi ner cuts than a ripsaw.
7. True or False? As you approach the end of a
cut, you should increase your sawing speed
to avoid splintering the wood.
8. A miter box saw is a type of _____.
9. A coping saw is used mostly to cut _____ in
thin stock.
10. If stock is supported on a V-block, the teeth
of the coping saw should point _____ the
handle.
11. If stock is held in a vise, the teeth of the
coping saw should point _____ the handle.
12. True or False? A keyhole saw has more teeth
per inch than a compass saw.