How to build a birdhouse
  • 1. What is the primary purpose of a birdhouse?
A) To provide a safe shelter for nesting
B) To feed birds directly
C) To decorate your garden
D) To attract cats
  • 2. Which type of wood is generally recommended for birdhouses?
A) Cedar or redwood
B) Particle board
C) Plywood
D) Treated lumber
  • 3. What is the ideal thickness of the wood used?
A) 1 inch
B) ¼ inch
C) ½ inch
D) ¾ inch
  • 4. Why is it important to provide drainage holes in the floor?
A) To prevent water buildup
B) To stabilize the structure
C) To allow birds to exit quickly
D) To help with ventilation
  • 5. What should you avoid when finishing the inside of a birdhouse?
A) Painting or staining
B) Adding wood shavings
C) Sealing
D) Sanding
  • 6. What size entrance hole is appropriate for attracting wrens?
A) 4 inches
B) 1 1/8 inch
C) 1/2 inch
D) 3 inches
  • 7. Why is it important to avoid adding a perch to the entrance?
A) It is unnecessary
B) It makes the house unstable
C) It can help predators
D) Birds prefer to hover
  • 8. What is the purpose of ventilation holes near the roof?
A) To deter predators
B) To allow birds to sing
C) To keep the house cool
D) To let light in
  • 9. How often should you clean out a birdhouse?
A) Once a year
B) Never
C) Every week
D) Every month
  • 10. When is the best time of year to clean a birdhouse?
A) Any time of year
B) Fall
C) Mid-summer
D) Late winter or early spring
  • 11. What is the recommended height for mounting a birdhouse for bluebirds?
A) 10-12 feet
B) 5-6 feet
C) 2-3 feet
D) On the ground
  • 12. What type of screw is best for exterior projects like birdhouses?
A) Interior wood screws
B) Sheet metal screws
C) Deck screws
D) Drywall screws
  • 13. Which direction should a birdhouse entrance ideally face?
A) South
B) North
C) East or Southeast
D) West
  • 14. Why is it important to avoid using nails when constructing a birdhouse?
A) Nails are cheaper
B) Screws provide a stronger hold
C) Nails are easier to use
D) Birds prefer screws
  • 15. What can you add to the inside of the birdhouse to make it more inviting for birds?
A) Yarn scraps
B) Nothing
C) Twigs
D) Cotton balls
  • 16. What tool is best for cutting circular entrance holes?
A) Chisel
B) Jigsaw
C) Hole saw
D) Hand saw
  • 17. What can you use to protect the birdhouse from rain and sun?
A) Motor oil
B) Nothing
C) Cooking oil
D) Exterior paint or stain
  • 18. What should you do if squirrels are constantly invading the birdhouse?
A) Trap and relocate them
B) Use poison
C) Ignore the problem
D) Use a squirrel baffle
  • 19. Which of these designs is generally considered safest for baby birds?
A) A decorative multi-story design
B) One with lots of small holes
C) A brightly colored birdhouse
D) A simple box shape
  • 20. What is a good way to attach the roof of the birdhouse so it can be easily opened for cleaning?
A) Sewing
B) Welding
C) Hinges
D) Permanent glue
  • 21. What type of predator protection can you add to the pole holding the birdhouse?
A) Electric fence
B) Sharp spikes
C) A strong smell
D) A cone-shaped baffle
  • 22. If you want to attract purple martins, what type of birdhouse is needed?
A) A house with a single large hole
B) A very small house
C) Any standard birdhouse
D) A multi-compartment house
  • 23. What should you do if you find birdhouse plans online with conflicting measurements?
A) Research other sources and choose a reliable plan
B) Ignore the plans and build randomly
C) Guess and hope for the best
D) Assume the largest measurement is correct
  • 24. Why is it important to build the birdhouse with smooth interior walls?
A) Looks nicer
B) Prevents mildew
C) Easier to clean
D) Easier for fledglings to climb out
  • 25. How does the size of the entrance hole influence what birds are attracted?
A) Determines which species can fit inside
B) Smaller holes attract more birds
C) Larger holes attract more birds
D) It doesn't affect which birds will use the house
  • 26. Which of the following is NOT a common material used for building birdhouses?
A) Metal
B) Wood
C) Glass
D) Plastic
  • 27. What can you use to seal the birdhouse and protect it from the weather?
A) Hair spray
B) Petroleum jelly
C) Nothing
D) Exterior caulk
  • 28. How can you attract specific species of birds to your birdhouse?
A) By playing bird songs near the birdhouse
B) By placing food inside the birdhouse
C) By painting the birdhouse a bright color
D) By selecting the correct size of the entrance hole and placing it in a specific habitat
  • 29. If the birdhouse is located in a very hot location, how can you keep it cooler?
A) Paint the birdhouse a light color
B) Add insulation inside the birdhouse
C) Cover the birdhouse with aluminum foil
D) Paint the birdhouse a dark color
  • 30. Which of these tools is essential when constructing a birdhouse?
A) Chisel
B) Glue
C) Measuring tape
D) Hammer
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