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