Furniture making NECO past questions and answers

Furniture making NECO past questions and answers

What is the purpose of a wood doweling jig in furniture making?

A) Creating decorative edges

B) Joining pieces of wood with dowels

C) Shaping wood by abrasion

D) Applying finish

Which type of wood is known for its distinctive reddish-brown color and is often used in high-quality furniture?

A) Cherry

B) Pine

C) Birch

D) Fir

What is the primary function of a wood mallet in furniture making?

A) Smoothing surfaces

B) Carving and shaping wood

C) Joining pieces of wood

D) Applying finish

In woodworking, what does the term "resawing" mean?

A) Sanding the wood surface

B) Cutting a piece of wood into thinner slices

C) Joining two pieces of wood at an angle

D) Applying finish

Which type of wood joint is often used for connecting the apron to the legs in a table?

A) Dovetail joint

B) Mortise and tenon joint

C) Lap joint

D) Bridle joint

What is the purpose of a wood scraper in furniture making?

A) Smoothing surfaces

B) Removing excess glue

C) Creating decorative edges

D) Joining pieces of wood

Which type of wood is prized for its light color and is commonly used in Scandinavian-style furniture?

A) Oak

B) Maple

C) Beech

D) Mahogany

What is the primary purpose of a wood block plane in furniture making?

A) Smoothing surfaces

B) Creating decorative elements

C) Shaping wood by abrasion

D) Joining pieces of wood

Which woodworking tool is used to create a groove or channel along the edge of a board?

A) Chisel

B) Router

C) Coping saw

D) Bevel gauge

What is the purpose of a wood burning tool in furniture making?

A) Smoothing surfaces

B) Carving intricate designs

C) Applying finish

D) Joining pieces of wood

In furniture upholstery, what does the term "tacking strip" refer to?

A) A decorative strip on furniture

B) A strip of fabric used for padding

C) A strip used to attach fabric to the frame

D) A strip for joining two pieces of wood

Which type of wood finish is derived from natural oils and enhances the natural color of the wood?

A) Varnish

B) Linseed oil

C) Polyurethane

D) Shellac

What is the primary purpose of a wood rasp in furniture making?

A) Smoothing surfaces

B) Creating decorative edges

C) Shaping wood by abrasion

D) Joining pieces of wood

Which type of joint is often used for connecting the horizontal pieces in a bookshelf?

A) Dovetail joint

B) Mortise and tenon joint

C) Lap joint

D) Dado joint

What does the term "wood grain direction" refer to in furniture making?

A) The orientation of wood fibers in a piece of wood

B) The color pattern of the wood

C) The type of joint used

D) The finishing technique applied to the wood

Which woodworking tool is essential for creating a smooth and flat surface on a piece of wood?

A) Belt sander

B) Hand plane

C) Jigsaw

D) Scroll saw

What is the purpose of a wood file in furniture making?

A) Smoothing surfaces

B) Creating decorative edges

C) Shaping wood by abrasion

D) Joining pieces of wood

Which type of wood is known for its durability and resistance to insects, making it suitable for outdoor furniture?

A) Pine

B) Cedar

C) Cherry

D) Birch

What is the purpose of a wood moisture meter in furniture making?

A) Smoothing surfaces

B) Checking the moisture content of wood

C) Creating decorative elements

D) Joining pieces of wood

Which woodworking technique involves cutting a groove or channel along the length of a board?

A) Rabbeting

B) Beading

C) Chamfering

D) Fluting