Build Yourself A Perfect Score With This Home Renovation Quiz!
Written by Daniel Rackley
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A lot of people have been taking to doing their own renovation and home improvements themselves. To do that, you need to know what the right tools are for each job. Take this quiz and see what you know about home renovation!
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Question 1
What type of screwdriver would this screw require?
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AHex
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BPhillips
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CFlathead
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DTorx
Phillips
The Phillips screw is characterized by a cross design, whereas a flathead is, as its name implies, flat. A hex screw has a hexagonal head and a torx screw head is star-shaped with six rounded lobes.
Question 2
Pictured here is an all-purpose power tool no homeowner should go without. What is it?
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AOscillating tool
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BRouter
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CCordless drill
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DNail gun
Cordless drill
While just about any power drill will come in handy at one point or another during homeownership, one tool you'll find yourself turning to time and time again is the power drill. Ditch the handheld screwdriver and drive an anchor into just about any surface with ease.
Question 3
It's compact. It's speedy. It's precise. It's about 30 feet long. And best of all, you will use it all. The. Time. What is it?
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ATape measure
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BLevel
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CSquare
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DDrill
Tape measure
If you don't own a tape measure, tape rule, measuring tape or any other similarly-named gadget, do you even own a home? As a homeowner, you will use this device to measure everything from how much space you have in which to fit a new couch to what length deck boards you need to how much your kid has grown in the last year. When you're done taking measurements, clip the tool to your belt.
Question 4
When you drop a screw in a tight place or need to work with extreme care, which type of tool should you turn to?
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AGutter tongs
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BChisel
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CNeedle-nose plier
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DLocking plier
Needle-nose plier
Needle-nose pliers are delicate and have a nose that may not be as thin as a needle, but that is pretty narrow nonetheless. Use this sturdy yet delicate tool to fish tools out of tight places and perform intricate tasks, such as producing a hook at the end of a wire and hooking that wire under the terminal screw.
Question 5
You can't have a power drill without this pictured essential accessory. What is it?
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ASolar charger
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BCord
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CAdapter
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DDrill bit set
Drill bit set
A power drill doesn't need a cord or adapter, and power tools haven't yet come so far as to utilize solar. That said, your drill would be useless without all the necessary bits to match your variety of screws. Most kits come with Phillips, flat heads, star bits, hex bits, extensions and so much more, in a variety of sizes.
Question 6
This part of the wall is positioned on top of door and window openings. What is the name of this part of the wall?
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AFooter
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BStud
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CHeader
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DCripple
Header
A header sits on top of the space reserved for doors and windows. It is responsible for supporting the weight of joists and rafters and is called a lintel by architects.
Question 7
A grouping of these wooden planks across a floor creates part of the floor system. What is the name of this type of wooden plank?
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ASole Plate
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BOverhanging Rake
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CWindow
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DFloor Joist
Floor Joist
Rows of floor joists spaced out in the floor, in addition with sub-floor sheeting create the floor system. Floor joists support the floor over an open area with a space below.
Question 8
Your new addition will require a roof. What is the most common type of roofing in the United States?
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AAsphalt Shingles
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BRubber
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CMetal
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DCeramic
Asphalt Shingles
Roofing shingles are the most common type of shingle in use in the United States. This is due to its low cost and multi-year guarantee of durability.
Question 9
What is the name of the board that runs horizontally across the top of wall studs and adds to their stability?
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ATop Plate
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BBottom Plate
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CRough Sill
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DMountain Board
Top Plate
Top plates connect to the top of studs and extend the entire length of each wall. In many situations a second top plate will be added directly on top of the first top plate.
Question 10
There will be times when your home maintenance project requires a high extended reach. Which tool will best help you to get the job done?
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AStep Ladder
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BTelescoping Hanger Retriever
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CExtension Ladder
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DEZ Reacher
Extension Ladder
Reachers and retrievers won't help you when you need to make a hands-on repair, and while step ladders are handy for reaching up into out-of-reach cupboards, they won't be very helpful when you need to make, say, a roofing or gutter fix. For more extensive projects, you need an extension ladder.
Question 11
What would you use a "rawlplug" for?
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AMake an electrical repair
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BFix a leaky faucet
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CSecure a screw in porous or brittle material
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DWashing machine repair
Secure a screw in porous or brittle material
Rawlplugs, otherwise known as "wall plugs" or "anchors", are small plastic inserts that you insert into porous or brittle material in the place in which you also want to insert a screw. Once you drive the screw in, the "wings" of the plug open up and secure the screw and whatever load you hope for the screw to bear.
Question 12
What is the name for the type of beam that supports the end of the rafters at the ridge?
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ARidge Beam
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BKing Stud
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CTop Plate
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DWeathervane
Ridge Beam
The ridge beam supports the ends of the rafters that meet at the ridge and serves as a structural support for roof. This support transfers the weight down to the walls instead of over the attic.
Question 13
What tool will help you cut everything from rubber to copper, and from aluminum to sheet metal?
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APneumatic tool
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BPincers
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CJapanese saw
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DSnips
Snips
All-purpose snips can cut through copper, steel, aluminum rubber. Have heavy duty cardboard you need to cut through? Use your snips! Pro models are designed for singular types of cuts such as left curves, right curves, and straight cuts, but all-purpose is ideal for homeowners who have odd jobs they want to complete around the house.
Question 14
What tool makes it oh-so-easy to mark straight lines while ripping long boards or laying out wall plates while framing?
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ANail gun
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BCarpenter's pencil
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CChalk Line
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DScrewdriver
Chalk Line
Technology is pretty cool, but sometimes, something as simple as chalk combined with an old-fashioned hand-cranked spool does the trick. This is especially the case when trying to mark straight lines during a construction project.
Question 15
What's so great about galvanized nails?
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AThey look nice
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BThey're rust resistant
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CThey have extra grippy claws
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DThey attach themselves to studs
They're rust resistant
Galvanized nails are coated in a rust-resistant finish, making them ideal for outdoor projects. This is especially true if you live in a humid or particularly wet environment.
Question 16
Sometimes you need more kitchen counter space. What is the name of the useful extra counter space that isn't connected to a wall?
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APeninsula
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BIsland
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CPantry
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DNook
Island
An island is a way to add extra countertop space to a kitchen that does not connect to a wall or other countertop areas. Many islands also come with space underneath the countertop for storage so you can get some extra cupboard space as well.
Question 17
What would you use Teflon tape for?
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APlumbing repairs
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BTough holds
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CElectrical repairs
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DVehicle repairs
Plumbing repairs
Teflon tape, also known as plumbers tape and PTFE, helps form a tighter seal when you apply it to a pipe. This tape is essential for performing cheap plumbing repairs.
Question 18
What do you use a router for?
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ATo drive nails into a surface
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BTo detect studs in a wall
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CTo create fancy edges and decorative flairs
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DTo find your direction
To create fancy edges and decorative flairs
A router is a carpenter's best friend, as it allows the user to create decorative flairs and dovetails in the edges of hard surfaces.
Question 19
What is the strong layer of wood that is connected to the top of rafters or trusses that is usually made of plywood or OSB?
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ARoof Sheathing
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BShingles
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CUpper Zone
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DTop Plate
Roof Sheathing
Also known as roof decking, roof sheathing is the layer of boards on top of the rafters or trusses. This layer provides an additional layer of strength for the roof, and can help prevent leaks. Shingles will be attached on top of this layer.
Question 20
If you add a fireplace in your new addition, you will need to add a way to expel the exhaust or gases. What is the name of the pipe or duct you should install?
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AFooter Drain
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BHVAC
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CFlue
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DDownspout
Flue
A flue helps to expel gases into the outdoors from units such as a fireplace, stove, or boiler. These devices can be opened or closed depending on the amount of exhaust produced, but if opened too wide, some efficiency may be lost.
Question 21
This is the type of decorative trim that would line the area where the ceiling touches the wall.
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AFlushing
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BBaseboard
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CTopboard
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DCrown Molding
Crown Molding
This decorative trim that runs along the ceiling is seen by some to add a stylish flair to a room. A useful trick is to run wires behind your crown molding that might otherwise be exposed and an eyesore.
Question 22
This style of laminate is commonly used in kitchen countertops. What is the name of this material made from a combination of paper, fabric, and resin?
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AMarble
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BButcherblock
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CConcrete
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DFormica
Formica
Formica is a durable and non-porous material that is commonly used for countertops. It is a cheap countertop substitute that can resemble a much richer look. However it damages easily from heat or scratches.
Question 23
What is the name of the layer of floor that rests on top of the joists and supports all layers above it?
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AUnderlayment
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BSubfloor
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CCarpet
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DUltra Floor
Subfloor
The subfloor is the flat surface that is positioned on top of the joists that supports all layers on top of it (second only in support to the joists). This layer is typically made of plywood or OSB. If the floor is a concrete slab, then the concrete slab is considered the subfloor.
Question 24
You want to install a door or skylight--which tool should you use to make the hole?
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ASledgehammer
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BDrywall saw
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CReciprocating saw
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DBandsaw
Reciprocating saw
While a sledgehammer would certainly work for demo, it would be messy demo. A drywall saw is far too small to cut a hole, and a bandsaw is a type of table saw. A reciprocating saw works like a precise and aggressive carving knife, perfect for clean demo.
Question 25
What is the name of the building material that is made of concrete but painted to emulate stone?
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AMarble
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BFaux Stone
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CLaminate
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DVarnish
Faux Stone
Faux stone, or stone veneer, is made from concrete molds and painted to look like natural stone. Faux stone is cheaper than natural stone, being, on average, 1/3 to 1/2 the cost.
Question 26
What's a less common term for a "vise grip"?
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AV-Clamp
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BC-Clamp
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CBench vise
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DLocking plier
Locking plier
The locking plier, patented in 1924, functions like an ordinary set of pliers but also performs the job of a welding clamp and wrench. This powerful tool has such a strong grip it is capable of removing even the most stubborn of staples and nails.
Question 27
An arched form that provides space within a ceiling or roof is called what?
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ABeam ceiling
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BRoomy ceiling
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CVaulted ceiling
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DConventional ceiling
Vaulted ceiling
Vaulted ceilings are usually of greater height than the standard ceiling (8' to 10'). Often arched, the vaulted ceiling adds a third dimension, producing a visual effect that makes the space look much bigger.
Question 28
This alternative method to trusses is what you would use if you were building the support structure for the roof. What are the sloped boards you would use in this scenario?
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AI Joists
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BHinges
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CCheap Seats
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DRafters
Rafters
Rafters are the slanted boards you would use to build the framing of the roof. If the house has a triangular roof, the rafters will extend beyond the joists to form the tip of the roof. Rafters are being used less frequently than they once were due to high cost in favor of trusses.
Question 29
Hard plastics, cable, iron, steel, even ceramic! You name it, this saw can cut through it. What is it?
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AKeyhole saw
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BMiter saw
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CHacksaw
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DBow saw
Hacksaw
The hacksaw is fine-toothed and can be equipped with a carbide-grit rod blade or a bimetal blade. Regardless of the material the blade is made of, the saw's tensile force is so strong it can hold the blade straight as an arrow through tough cuts.
Question 30
Sometimes you need to add a little more living space. What is the type of renovation that turns your garage into a new living space?
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ABump Out
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BBungalow
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CGarage Conversion
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DTent
Garage Conversion
A garage conversion is the term used for transforming your non-livable garage space into a livable space. This is usually accomplished by adding flooring, insulating the walls and finishing them.
Question 31
You just installed a shower and there is a gap between the shower and the wall. What would use to seal this joint?
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ARubber Cement
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BCaulking
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CGrout
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DVinegar
Caulking
Caulking is used to seal joints and gaps between surfaces and fixtures. This prevents moisture from getting behind surfaces which helps prevent mold.
Question 32
What is this tool called?
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ASocket wrench
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BCrescent wrench
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CHex key wrench
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DMonkey wrench
Hex key wrench
This is a hex key wrench, which is used to remove hex screws. Hex screws are characterized by a hexagonal head, in which the hex key wrench can fit perfectly.
Question 33
Need to cut electrical cable or steel wire? Which type of plier should you rely on?
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ASide cutting pliers
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BLocking pliers
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CFencing plier
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DTongue and groove pliers
Side cutting pliers
Side cutting pliers go by many other names, including wire cutters, wire snips, lineman pliers, electrician's pliers and diagonal pliers. The heavy jaws and sheers set at a diagonal angle make these shears ideal for cutting through electrical wire and steel wire. Some heavier-duty models can cut through bolts and nails.
Question 34
This part of the frame is located at the ridge, is not structural, and does not carry the gravity load. What is the name of this part of the frame that serves as a connection point for the rafters?
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ARidge Board
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BJack Stud
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CPrime Board
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DSurf Board
Ridge Board
The rafters meet and connect to the ridge board. The ridge board only serves as a place where the rafters meet and does not serve a structural purpose. With a ridge board, the weight is transferred down the rafters to the walls.
Question 35
In your new addition, you may need to install some drywall. What is the method used to seal the joints on drywall?
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ASanding and Taping
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BScoring and Mudding
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CTaping and Mudding
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DGluing and Stapling
Taping and Mudding
The first part to finishing drywall is applying tape over the joints between your installed drywall. Mudding is the next part of the process in which you fill screw or nail holes with plaster, after which the walls are sanded down to become flat.
Question 36
What is the name of the type of addition that is a single room built onto the side of a house that has one primary function?
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ABump Out
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BGarage
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COuthouse
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DLandscaping
Bump Out
A single room addition that has one primary function is called a bump out or a room addition. This can be the addition of a bedroom, or expanding the size of a room such as expanding a bathroom to add a larger shower.
Question 37
What is the designed use for a center punch?
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ACreate holes in brick
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BStart holes in metal
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CStart holes in drywall
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DPut holes in paper
Start holes in metal
In theory, a center punch is used to start holes in metal. However, this tool is so much more useful than that. You can use it to tighten a loose handle on a shovel, hammer or knife, use it as a pencil in a pinch or countersink a large nail head with it.
Question 38
What would you use an awl for?
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AFixing a clogged toilet
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BStarting off nail or screw holes
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CScrewing in tiny screws
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DPrying up floorboards
Starting off nail or screw holes
An awl is sharp object with a tiny head that you can use to start off nail or screw holes. You can also use an awl to detect studs or block in stud work.
Question 39
What type of outlet protection is required in a bathroom for all 15A, 20A, and 125V outlets?
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ASwitched
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BGFCI
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CUSB
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DSHIELD
GFCI
GFCI stands for ground fault circuit interrupter. They protect people from a shock when a substance like water interacts with the circuit.
Question 40
When squaring the corner of a framed wall, some carpenters use this method to make sure the corner is at a 90 degree angle.
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ALevel Method
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BKing Stud Method
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CThe Eye Test
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D3-4-5 Method
3-4-5 Method
The 3-4-5 method ensures the corner of a wall frame will be at 90 degrees. A mark is made 3 feet from the corner on one wall, while another mark is made 4 feet from the corner on the other wall. The walls are then adjusted until the distance between the two marks is exactly 5 feet, creating a 3-4-5 triangle with a corner angle of 90 degrees.
Question 41
What is a drawing in inches which represent feet?
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APerspective drawing
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BInch-to-feet drawing
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CScale drawing
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DProgressive drawing
Scale drawing
Drawing to scale refers to creating a visual representation of a room and its parts with a scale of inches to feet. A scale drawing shows the relation of objects to each other and to the human body.
Question 42
Also called a sill plate, what is the name of the piece of wood attached to the foundation that has joists on top of it?
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ATop Plate
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BRafter
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CSole Plate
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DBase Glue
Sole Plate
The sole plate, or sill plate, is usually attached to the foundation by bolt or strap. Joists that help create the floor system are then nailed to the sole plate to connect the frame of the house to the foundation.
Question 43
A common style of joist has a body made of plywood or OSB and ends made of LVL or solid sawn lumber. What is this I-shaped style of board called?
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AC-Joist
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BI-Joist
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CX-Joist
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DDog Joist
I-Joist
The I-Joist is an engineered style of joist with a body of plywood or OSB and ends made of LVL or solid sawn lumber. This style of joist has a very strong and straight frame, and allows users to avoid crowning issues and maintain a level surface.
Question 44
You have a small hole in your wall and you want to make the repair ASAP. What kind of material do you use?
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ATopping Compound
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BAll Purpose Compound
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CTaping Compound
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DQuick Setting Patching Compound
Quick Setting Patching Compound
Quick setting patching compound is, as its name implies, quick to set. It's ideal for finishing small repairs and filling holes within minutes. However, you should not use this compound for large jobs.
Question 45
What would you use to make sure you're hanging a heavy shelf or piece of wall art in a secure location?A
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AStud finder
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BBrackets
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CDrywall screw
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DPower drill
Stud finder
A drywall screw, power drill and brackets will do you no good if the heavy object rips them out of the wall. You want to hang heavy objects in a wall stud, which means you need a stud finder.
Question 46
Do you want your room to have a little more light? What is the name of the type of door that has glass panels that run most of the door's length?
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ABarn Door
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BBelgian Door
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CSliding Glass Door
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DFrench Door
French Door
French doors have panes of glass that run throughout the length of the door. This allows a visual connection between the two rooms that the French doors connect and can increase the natural light of a room depending on their placement.
Question 47
Have electrical issues but don't know where to even begin looking to resolve the issue? Use this tool.
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APlug-in circuit analyzers
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BMultimeter
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COhmmeter
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DInductance tester
Multimeter
While the other tools can help you safely test for electrical currents, a multimeter can help you diagnose specific electrical problems. Many homeowners use this tool to diagnose appliance wiring problems.
Question 48
What three colors do not have a hue?
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AGreen, orange, and purple
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BRed, yellow, and blue
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CPink, mauve, and bright pink
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DBlack, white, and gray
Black, white, and gray
If we're talking about pure colors, black, white, and grey do not contain any hue. Every other color has a hue, most neutrals included.
Question 49
Line up! What kind of lines help a smooth transition from room to room?
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AHorizontal lines
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BNo lines
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CZigzag lines
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DCriss-cross lines
Horizontal lines
Moving left to right, horizontal lines create feelings of security and stability. They can connect one room to the next, creating a smooth transition, and may be used to lead the eye to a focal point.
Question 50
Don't want a drawer full of tools? What tool can help you eliminate half the equipment in your toolbox?
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AMultibit Screwdriver
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BHammer
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CGun
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DPocket Knife
Multibit Screwdriver
A multibit screwdriver does away with the need for the many types of screwdrivers you'll find yourself needing as a homeowner, including a Phillips, flathead, torx, hex, pozidriv and others. This multi tool comes with interchangeable tips in a compact case. While you can get the same convenience from a power tool, a handheld screwdriver is often preferable for small jobs.
Question 51
Insulating electrical wires is key to preventing electrical fires. What do you use to do this?
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AElectrical tape
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BInsulation
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CCotton
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DDuct tape
Electrical tape
As its name implies, electrical tape is designed for electrical repairs. It's made of vinyl, which both stretches and provides good insulation. You can also use this type of tape to cover pipes in the winter.
Question 52
Look at all the space...What kind of lines add height to a room?
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APeripheral lines
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BVertical lines
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CDisconnected lines
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DHorizontal lines
Vertical lines
Want to add some height to your wardrobe or your home? Then go with vertical lines. Verticals move the eyes up and down, emphasizing height and making things appear taller and loftier, including windows and interiors.
Question 53
What does U.S. code require for the maximum spacing between spindles on a deck rail?
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A24 inches
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B4 inches
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C48 inches
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D9 inches
4 inches
U.S. code requires that spindles on a deck rail be spaced a maximum of 4 inches apart. Spindles should also be able to handle 50 lbs. of pressure.
Question 54
Let's not get too provocative. What is NOT considered a neutral color?
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AGreen
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BWhite
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CBeige
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DGray
Green
If you're feeling neutral about a space, that may be due to its neutral color scheme. Whites, blacks, grays, and beiges are all considered neutral colors. They may be used as the room's primary or underlying tones.
Question 55
When your eyes follow a pattern of movement from big to little or dark to light, they're following what rhythm?
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AGradation
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BJuxtaposition
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CGoing cross-eyed
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DSimulation
Gradation
If you catch your eye movement being guided by gradation through line, texture, shape, space, or color, this is called rhythm through gradation. Changes in sizes (for instance, Russian stacking dolls) are an example of gradation.
Question 56
Let's get a bird's eye view. What is the arrangement of a room or floor called?
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AScatterbrain
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BBrainstorm
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CBlueprint
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DFloor plan
Floor plan
A floor plan is a dimensional diagram of one story of a building. It shows the arrangement of the rooms to scale from a bird's eye view.
Question 57
You want to find a cheaper alternative to rafters to finish your roof supports. What is the name of the common type of framing you're looking for?
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AShingles
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BTrusses
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CJoists
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DTrestle Bridges
Trusses
A common alternative to rafters are trusses. Trusses are pre-made triangular roof sections, often built in a factory. Using trusses instead of rafters can reduce the number of load-bearing walls in a house allowing for a more open floor plan.
Question 58
Each of these are acceptable to have as foundations under a new addition EXCEPT for which one?
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ACrawlspace
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BFull Basement
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CSlab With Footings
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DSoil
Soil
A crawlspace, a full basement, and a slab with footings are all acceptable foundations to be under a new addition that each come with their own benefits. Adding no foundation and using only pre-existing soil will not be a strong enough support and may cause damage to your new addition.
Question 59
Want to inject a burst of energy into your room? What sort of line might provide that?
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AChecked line
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BHorizontal line
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CCriss-cross line
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DDiagonal line
Diagonal line
If you want to create a dynamic feeling of movement throughout a room, diagonal lines are transformative. Such lines can direct the eyes, create volume, and generally breathe life into a space.
Question 60
Think you're a cool cat? Then, tell us what is NOT a cool color.
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APurple
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BOrange
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CGreen
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DBlue
Orange
If you have a feeling of coolness when you look at green, purple, or blue, there's reason for it. These cool colors of the color wheel are calming and soothing, partially because they are colors often found in nature.
Question 61
What kind of design uses quiet tones with splashes of color?
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AAccented neutral
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BSplash on monochrome
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CSpicing it up
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DJewel tones
Accented neutral
So, you've designed your room with a bunch of neutral colors – creams, grays, browns – and it's looking a bit drab. You decide to throw in a splash of color. This is called accented neutral. Accents help you personalize a room and provide the neutral elements a little bit of playback.
Question 62
A board runs along the ends of the floor joists holding them upright. What is the name of this type of board?
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ARim Joist
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BFloor Sheeting
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CSill Plate
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DAtlas Plate
Rim Joist
The rim joist runs parallel to the floor joists and it connects to the end of each joist. Not only does does this support and hold the joists upright, but it also supports the weight of the walls and the roof.
Question 63
What would you use this tool for?
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ACutting wood
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BCutting drywall
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CCutting carpet
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DSecuring a screw
Cutting drywall
This tool, also known as a file pac cutter, is equipped with dual edges for maximum efficiency. The short blade prevents damage to electrical equipment within the walls. This power tool attachment also cuts seamlessly through back board, plaster, dry foam, roof shingle, and wonder board.
Question 64
What type of hammer should you use to strike a cold chisel or punch?
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AJoiner's Mallet
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BClub Hammer
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CCross Peen
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DBall Peen
Ball Peen
The ball end of a ball peen hammer is ideal for striking cold chisels and punches just so. The dome-shaped end is designed to work curved sheet metal and roll over the edges of rivets (peening).
Question 65
How graceful. What kind of lines create softness?
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ACurved lines
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BBlended lines
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CRight-angle lines
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DHard lines
Curved lines
The Romans probably emphasized the arch, because curved lines provide a sense of grace and softness. They create elegant interiors but don't go overboard lest you want your room to feel distinctly feminine.
Question 66
What tool would you use to measure the voltage and resistance of an electrical connection?
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AContinuity Tester
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BVolt/Ohmmeter
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CSolenoid Voltage Tester
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DMultimeter
Volt/Ohmmeter
Electrical resistance is measure in terms of "ohms," hence the name of this tool. Modern ohmmeters do more than just measure voltage and resistance - they also measure current electrical flow (amperage) and emit a signal when it comes across a complete circuit.
Question 67
An object's structure and shape are called what?
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AFigure
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BSolidity
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CDesign
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DForm
Form
A solid object's structure and shape – aka, a 3D object's outline in space – is called its form. Those forms considered "well-defined" will produce harmony in the room. Colors, patterns, and texture can accentuate them.
Question 68
You decide this room calls for a single color in different tones. What is this called?
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AUnitone
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BSolochrome
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CBlackout
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DMonochromatic
Monochromatic
Monochromatic literally means "one color". In interior design, use a monochromatic color scheme and refine the tints and tones of a single color to define a space.
Question 69
A type of design that strips a room down to its basic elements is called what?
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ASimplistic design
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BOrnamental design
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CEssential design
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DMinimalist design
Minimalist design
Let's get back to the basics. Minimalist design strips the design of the room down to its bare bones. From colors to textures to shapes, by bringing design back to the basics, minimalist design intends to calm the mind and center the room around its content rather than its superfluous extras.
Question 70
Piecing together different styles in the same room is called what?
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ATacky design
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BEclectic design
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CMix-and-match design
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DVariable design
Eclectic design
Your room doesn't have to be ostentatious to be of eclectic design. This type of design combines various styles/feelings throughout the living area while remaining in the same gear of formality without becoming chaotic.
Question 71
Using the elements of design, what unifies the feel of a room?
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AUniformity
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BTranquility
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CContrast
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DHarmony
Harmony
Harmony doesn't just make or break a boy band; it brings whole spaces together in design. If you get a unified sense in a room, then you know that thoughtful design elements created a good balance.
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