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Tools of the Trade Trivia Quiz

I'll give you a picture of a tool and a description and you tell me what it is. Enjoy!

A photo quiz by zebra101. Estimated time: 2 mins.

Author
zebra101

Time
2 mins

Type
Photo Quiz

Quiz #
363,517

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Very Easy

Avg Score
10 / 10

Plays
2284

Awards
Top 35% Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. This tool is used to hold or bend things, such as pieces of metal. The type showed here is called needle-nosed. What is it? Hint

putty knife

chisel

pliers

shovel

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which of the following measuring tools is seen here? Hint

tape measure

laser level

ruler

protractor

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Question 3 of 10

3. These can be used to hang picture frames on walls or to hold wood together. What are they? Hint

staples

paper clips

nails

hooks

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Question 4 of 10

4. This tool is used to put nails into other objects. What is it? Hint

shovel

hammer

machete

axe

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Question 5 of 10

5. The purpose of this tool is easy to tell by its name. The one shown here is a Phillips. What it is? Hint

tweezers

crowbar

awl

screwdriver

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Question 6 of 10

6. What tool, shown in the picture, is used to hold objects in place? Hint

arbor press

clamp

drill press

plunger

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Question 7 of 10

7. What tool shown here is used to cut wood by moving it back and forth? Hint

tire iron

shears

saw

hoe

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Question 8 of 10

8. What tool, pictured here, is used to turn nuts and bolts? Hint

tire iron

crowbar

rake

wrench or spanner

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Question 9 of 10

9. One way to keep pieces of wood together is to use glue.

True

False

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Question 10 of 10

10. This tool is used to carve or cut objects and is sometimes used by sculptors. What is it? Hint

arrow

scythe

sickle

chisel

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. This tool is used to hold or bend things, such as pieces of metal. The type showed here is called needle-nosed. What is it?

Answer: pliers

Pliers are similar to tongs and are held like scissors. They come in many different designs, such as slip joint pliers and diagonal cutting pliers.

2. Which of the following measuring tools is seen here?

Answer: tape measure

Tape measures are also called measuring tapes. They are like a really long, flexible ruler. They are often used by carpenters and tailors.

3. These can be used to hang picture frames on walls or to hold wood together. What are they?

Answer: nails

Nails are shaped like pins and are made of metal. They come in many different sizes. They are used in many things, such as woodworking, upholstery, and roofing, to name a few.

4. This tool is used to put nails into other objects. What is it?

Answer: hammer

Hammers come in many different shapes and types, such as claw hammers or ball peen hammers. Mallets are also a type of hammer. They can be made out of many different types of materials, including metal, rubber, or wood.

5. The purpose of this tool is easy to tell by its name. The one shown here is a Phillips. What it is?

Answer: screwdriver

Screwdrivers are used to put screws into into things, often wood or plastic. The ends come in many shapes. There are also electric screwdrivers, which are make putting in screws faster and easier.

6. What tool, shown in the picture, is used to hold objects in place?

Answer: clamp

There are many types of clamps that come in different sizes and shapes. They can be made of metal or plastic. They are usually only used temporarily, but some are permanent.

7. What tool shown here is used to cut wood by moving it back and forth?

Answer: saw

Saws come in many different styles. There are electric saws, which make cutting the wood fast and easy, but they can be dangerous. Some saws are long and need more than one person to use.

8. What tool, pictured here, is used to turn nuts and bolts?

Answer: wrench or spanner

Wrenches come in many styles and sizes. Some examples of the different types include, monkey wrenches and socket wrenches. They are often used by plumbers and mechanics. Wrenches are known as spanners in the United Kingdom.

9. One way to keep pieces of wood together is to use glue.

Answer: True

Wood or carpenter's glue is often used by woodworkers to keep their work together. It is also used in some hobbies. After using it, the glue needs to dry before moving whatever it was used on.

10. This tool is used to carve or cut objects and is sometimes used by sculptors. What is it?

Answer: chisel

Chisels come in different shapes and sizes. Some people use a hammer to hit the end of it to help it go into the material. Along with sculpting, they can be used in woodworking and masonry.

Source: Author zebra101

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