Tool Rules
Tool Storage
Wrenches
Reading Strategies
Idioms
100

True or False: If you can find a good deal on off brand tools, you should purchase them. 

False

100

The name of the storage unit for a technician's tools is: 

A. upper tool chest

B. lower roll around cabinet

C. toolbox 

100

True or false: the size of the wrench's jaw is the same as the bolt size

False: The measurement size is the size of the width of the jaw opening

100

Choose the best answer: One of the first pre-reading strategies you should do is....

A. read the first paragraph

B. read the title of the passage/text book etc.

C. write new vocabulary in your notebook

100

What is the meaning of haste makes waste? 

If you do something too quickly, you will waste time, effort, money etc. 

200

What is one reason to buy quality tools? 

A. the manufacturer guarantees the tools

B. quality tools are heavier than bargain tools

C. quality tools cost more

D. some engine parts are only compatible with quality tools

200

What is one of the basic parts of a toolbox? 

Answers will vary 

200

If you need more leverage when loosening a bolt, use a _____________wrench. 

slug 

200

What is one result of using a wrench that is too loose? 

A. It will round off the corners of the wrench

B. It will round off the corners of the nut

C. It will round off the corners of the bolt head

200

If you throw your friend under the bus you are...

A. Telling (an authority figure) what he/she did wrong

B. Telling what you did correctly

C. Telling your friend what he/she did wrong

300
According to the reading, why is a greasy tool unsafe? 

Because the user could cut or break a finger or hand

300

Why would your boss ask you to arrange the commonly used tools in the upper tool chest? 

Here tools are easy to see, reach and you save time. 

300

Which is a line wrench? 

300

Why is it important to create questions before you read a textbook? 

To set a purpose for reading

To keep your curiosity going as you read

To help you continue to think about what your're reading

300

What is the meaning of "Being late won't fly at a job." 

Tardiness is not allowed at most jobs. 

400

How will unorganized tools cause problems for on-the-job performance? 

Answers will vary- this will cause slow performance because you will spend time looking for the proper tool 

400

What is one advantage to using a small carrying (tote) tray? 

The technician can fill it with tools used for a specific job such as brake repairs or oil changes. 
400

What is one advantage of a box end wrench? 

It won't round off bolt heads as easily as an open-end wrench


400
Explain why taking notes while you are reading will help you in the long run. Choose one reason.

When you take notes, you are actively participating in your reading. You will be able to remember more of what you've read. Also, you will have to memorize less when it comes time for the test. It keeps you thinking and focusing while you are reading. 

400

Give an example of something that might be considered to be "a grey area." 

Answers will very- if something is in a grey area, the rules do not always apply. 

500

From the customer's perspective, why would it beneficial to him/her that your toolbox is organized and your tools are well maintained? 

Answers will vary- Time is money- If the tech spends a lot of time looking for tools or has to repair the tools while working on your equipment, it could cost the customer more in labor. 

500
Name one important safety tip explained in the Warning section under the heading: Tool Storage

Never open several drawers at the same time because the toolbox might flip

500

Explain one benefit of using a socket wrench vs the four basic hand wrenches. 

Answers will vary: lots of angles, drive sizes, sockets. There are a variety of extensions

500

How can you monitor your own comprehension while you are reading? 

stop periodically and ask yourself, "What did I just read?" 

500

How does the idiom, "haste makes waste," apply to doing or not doing the pre-reading strategies? 

If you skip the pre-reading strategies, and later you don't understand what you have read, you will have to go back and reread.