How to carve wooden tools and utensils
  • 1. Which wood is generally NOT recommended for carving utensils due to potential toxicity?
A) Maple
B) Birch
C) Yew
D) Cherry
  • 2. What is the primary purpose of a drawknife?
A) Removing large amounts of wood quickly
B) Fine detail carving
C) Smoothing surfaces
D) Sharpening other tools
  • 3. Which grip is generally considered safest when using a sloyd knife?
A) Hammer grip
B) Power grip
C) Thumb grip
D) Chest lever grip
  • 4. What type of cut is often used to begin shaping a spoon bowl?
A) Push cut
B) Slicing cut
C) Stop cut
D) Pull cut
  • 5. What is 'green wood'?
A) Wood that has been stained green
B) Wood that has been treated with preservatives
C) Freshly cut wood with high moisture content
D) Wood that is naturally green in color
  • 6. Which tool is best for hollowing out a spoon bowl?
A) Crook knife
B) Sloyd knife
C) Axe
D) Drawknife
  • 7. What is the benefit of using green wood?
A) Easier to carve
B) Less likely to split
C) Requires less sharpening
D) More resistant to insects
  • 8. What is a common method for preventing wood from splitting during carving?
A) Carving against the grain
B) Using dull tools
C) Applying excessive force
D) Working with the grain
  • 9. Which sharpening tool is best for maintaining the curved blade of a crook knife?
A) Leather strop
B) Whetstone
C) Diamond stone
D) Bench grinder
  • 10. What does 'spoon blank' refer to?
A) A finished spoon that is unpainted
B) A specific type of spoon design
C) The discarded wood from spoon carving
D) A piece of wood prepared for carving into a spoon
  • 11. Which of the following is NOT a typical wood carving hand tool?
A) Gouge
B) Plane
C) Knife
D) Chisel
  • 12. What is the purpose of oiling wooden utensils after carving?
A) To change the color of the wood
B) To make the wood waterproof
C) To make the wood easier to carve
D) To protect the wood and prevent cracking
  • 13. Which oil is generally considered food-safe for finishing wooden utensils?
A) Linseed oil
B) Mineral oil
C) Petroleum oil
D) Motor oil
  • 14. What is the most important safety precaution when carving?
A) Ignoring nicks and cuts
B) Carving quickly
C) Using excessive force
D) Keeping your hands behind the blade
  • 15. Which tool is best for creating a flat surface on a piece of wood?
A) Sloyd Knife
B) Chip Carving Knife
C) Crook Knife
D) Axe
  • 16. What is the first step in carving a wooden tool or utensil?
A) Starting to carve without a plan
B) Applying finish
C) Sharpening your tools
D) Selecting the right wood
  • 17. Which of the following is NOT a sign of a dull knife?
A) Tears the wood fibers
B) Cuts smoothly and effortlessly
C) Requires more force to cut
D) Slips easily
  • 18. What type of wood is Beech?
A) Softwood
B) Hardwood
C) Bamboo
D) Resinous Wood
  • 19. What is the best way to remove wood fibers from the spoon or tool before finishing?
A) Drawknife
B) Belt Sander
C) Sandpaper
D) Axe
  • 20. How many coats of finish should you generally apply to your tool or utensil?
A) Two or more
B) One
C) Ten
D) None
  • 21. What is a common use for a wooden spatula?
A) Cooking
B) Painting
C) Gardening
D) Construction
  • 22. Which of the following woods is considered a softwood?
A) Pine
B) Walnut
C) Maple
D) Oak
  • 23. What is a froe used for?
A) Fine detail carving
B) Hollowing bowls
C) Smoothing surfaces
D) Splitting wood along the grain
  • 24. Which of the following is a good way to protect your workbench while carving?
A) Use a carving mat
B) Carve directly on the bench
C) Ignore the workbench
D) Use your lap
  • 25. What is the 'grain' of wood?
A) The color of the wood
B) The hardness of the wood
C) The direction of the wood fibers
D) The smell of the wood
  • 26. Which type of tool is best for removing bark from a log?
A) Gouge
B) Drawknife
C) Sloyd Knife
D) Chisel
  • 27. What is the recommended grit of sandpaper for final smoothing?
A) 60
B) 120
C) 80
D) 220 or higher
  • 28. What is a 'tang' on a knife?
A) The sharpest part of the blade
B) The part of the blade that extends into the handle
C) The decorative etching on the blade
D) The curve of the blade
  • 29. How should you store green wood blanks?
A) Wrap in plastic or submerge in water
B) Store in a dry, warm place
C) Expose to high heat
D) Leave in direct sunlight
  • 30. What is the best way to learn wood carving?
A) Read books without practicing
B) Watch videos without doing
C) Buy the most expensive tools
D) Practice and take classes
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