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Sample Items
Revised September 2008
Secondary
General Drafting
Test Code: 134
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134 General Drafting Sample
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2
The French curve is shown in which of the following illustrations?
Which of the following is the softest pencil lead?
A.
B.
C.
D.
3
Measuring an angle of 40º requires the use of:
A.
B.
C.
D.
4
1/2 in. = 1 ft 0 in.
1/2 in. = 10 ft.
1/2 in. = 1 in.
twice full size.
The decimal equivalent of the fraction 3/8 is:
A.
B.
C.
D.
6
an architect’s scale.
an engineer’s scale.
a protractor.
the 30º/60º and the 45º triangles.
A drawing scale of 1:2 is the same as:
A.
B.
C.
D.
5
F
6H
H
2B
0.250.
0.375.
0.625.
0.750.
A 22 in. by 34 in. standard size drawing sheet is considered what size sheet?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Size A
Size B
Size C
Size D
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The spacing between words should be:
A.
B.
C.
D.
8
9
10
11
equal to the height of the letters.
measured visually.
1/4 in.
1/16 in.
Which of the following illustrations is a cylinder?
Which of the illustrations below is a cone?
Which of the illustrations below is a rectangle?
A arc that connects or ties two lines together must be what to the lines?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Parallel
Perpendicular
Tangent
Vertical
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The number of degrees in a circle is:
A.
B.
C.
D.
13
An hexagon has:
A.
B.
C.
D.
14
3/4 in.
1 in.
1 1/2 in.
3 in.
The distance from the bottom of an object to the top of the object is the:
A.
B.
C.
D.
17
∠
//
@
*
If the radius of an object is 1 1/2 in., the diameter is:
A.
B.
C.
D.
16
5 sides.
6 sides.
8 sides.
10 sides.
Which of the following symbols represents an angle?
A.
B.
C.
D.
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90.
180.
270.
360.
circumference.
width.
height.
depth.
The front view consists of:
A.
B.
C.
D.
depth and height.
width and depth.
height and circumference.
width and height.
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Line AB is a/an:
A.
B.
C.
D.
19
According to its position, View X in the illustration below is the:
A.
B.
C.
D.
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square line.
miter line.
isometric line.
perpendicular line.
front.
left side.
right side.
top.
The zoom feature in a CAD program allows the user to:
A.
B.
C.
D.
move objects from one location to another quickly.
grab an object at a particular location.
save the drawing quickly.
enlarge or reduce the size of the screen image.
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In CAD, using the Limits command allows the user to determine the:
A.
B.
C.
D.
22
An icon can best be described as:
A.
B.
C.
D.
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size of the electronic drawing space.
size of the text.
number of commands that can be used.
amount of time that is needed to draw the project.
a small picture that takes the place of a word.
the input device for a DOS operating system.
where a drawing is stored when the user finishes for the day.
a type of zip drive.
The absolute coordinates of Point A in the illustration below are:
5
4
3
+A
2
1
0
1
A.
B.
C.
D.
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3
4
5
2, 3.
3, 2.
-2, -3.
-3, -2.
The largest spacing between section lines should be:
A.
B.
C.
D.
25
2
1/32.
1/16.
3/16.
1/4.
Parallel, uniformly spaced lines indicating that a surface has been touched by a cutting plane are:
A.
B.
C.
D.
cutting plane lines.
knife edge lines.
section lines.
phantom lines.
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The type of section illustrated below is a/an:
A.
B.
C.
D.
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28
29
full section.
half section.
offset section.
removed section
The BEST sectional view of X-X is:
The cutting plane shown produces a sectional drawing like the one shown in:
When dimensioning, one should draw whole numbers:
A.
B.
C.
D.
any size.
1/2 in. tall.
1/8 in. tall.
1/16 in. tall.
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A thin line that extends from a note to the place where it applies is a/an:
A.
B.
C.
D.
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Unidirectional dimensioning means:
A.
B.
C.
D.
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dimensions read from the right and bottom of the drawing.
all dimensions and notes must read from the bottom of the drawing.
the same as aligned dimensioning.
all dimensions are in decimal form.
In mechanical drafting, the minimum distance between the object and a dimension line is:
A.
B.
C.
D.
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extension line.
leader line.
dimension line.
finish mark.
1/16 in.
3/8 in.
3/4 in.
1 in.
An example of a nonisometric line in the illustration below is:
A.
B.
C.
D.
AB.
BC.
CD.
DE.
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Which of the following pictorial drawings is the most realistic in appearance but the most difficult to
34 draw?
A.
B.
C.
D.
35
The pictorial drawing that has equal angles (120º) between the three axes is:
A.
B.
C.
D.
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AB.
BC.
CD.
DE.
What information is given when the letters “LH” are at the end of a screw thread specification?
A.
B.
C.
D.
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perspective.
isometric.
oblique.
cabinet.
When creating an isometric drawing, one should NOT measure along line:
A.
B.
C.
D.
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Isometric
Oblique
Perspective
Cavalier
The screw uses left-hand threads.
The screw can be used only in low heat.
The screw will have a large head.
The screw type is a large hex.
What type of pitch does a coarse thread series screw have?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Very small
Relatively large
Medium
Small
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The sum of the engineering measurements 10.32, 13.21, and 20.50 is:
A.
B.
C.
D.
40
Based on the drawing below, what is the total square footage for heated living space?
A.
B.
C.
D.
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88 sq ft
298 sq ft
378.75 sq ft
477.75 sq ft
The outer dimension lines on a floor plan should dimension:
A.
B.
C.
D.
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22.03.
44.
22.
44.03.
the building offsets.
centerlines of vents.
the door and window locations.
the overall width and depth of the structure.
What is most commonly used to indicate a centerline?
A.
B.
C.
D.
The word CENTERLINE
The letters CL
The letters SCL
The letters LC
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A set of drawings used to show the type and quantity of material used to build a structure and how the
43 structure is to be built is called:
A.
B.
C.
D.
specifications.
working drawings.
revisions.
as builts.
A floor plan is designed with three bedrooms measuring 8 ft 0 in. by 8 ft 0 in., 10 ft 0 in. by 10 ft 0 in.,
44 and 12 ft 0 in. by 12 ft 0 in. Why is this not an acceptable design?
A.
B.
C.
D.
45
Which type of kitchen uses three walls for cabinets and appliances?
A.
B.
C.
D.
46
40.
60.
80.
100.
A structural member in a roof framework that runs from the eave to the ridge is a:
A.
B.
C.
D.
48
Corridor
L-shaped
Peninsula
U-shaped
The minimum square feet for a full bath is:
A.
B.
C.
D.
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A floor plan should have more than three bedrooms.
All bedrooms should have at least 100 sq ft.
Bedrooms should not be designed as a square shape.
Usually two bedrooms are enough for a floor plan.
rafter.
stud.
joist.
girder.
A minimum acceptable size for a double car garage is:
A.
B.
C.
D.
10 ft by 18 ft.
14 ft by 20 ft.
22 ft by 24 ft.
20 ft by 30 ft.
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What is the definition of a crawl space?
A.
B.
C.
D.
50
Which drawing shows the locations of footings, piers, access doors, and girders?
A.
B.
C.
D.
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Finish
Sheathing
Siding
Brick
The standard thickness for wall sheathing materials for a house is:
A.
B.
C.
D.
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Elevation plan
Floor plan
Foundation plan
Plot plan
What is the material that is attached directly to the stud wall on the exterior side of the wall?
A.
B.
C.
D.
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The area between the floor joists and the ground
A small space in a closet
The area in base cabinets
Attic space
1/4 in.
1/2 in.
3/4 in.
1 in.
The actual size of a 2 in. by 4 in. piece of framing lumber is:
A.
B.
C.
D.
1 1/4 in. by 3 1/4 in.
1 1/2 in. by 3 1/2 in.
1 5/8 in. by 3 5/8 in.
1 3/4 in. by 3 3/4 in.
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In the illustration below, item No. 1 is a:
1
2
3
4
A.
B.
C.
D.
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ceiling joist.
collar.
rafter.
ridge.
Which of the drawings below represents a double hung window?
A
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B
C
D
A covered area leading into a building is a:
A.
B.
C.
D.
deck.
foyer.
garage.
porch.
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The rise and the run are used to describe the:
A.
B.
C.
D.
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The difference between a handrail and a guardrail is:
A.
B.
C.
D.
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Phantom
Center
Hidden
Visible
Which of the following receptacle locations requires the use of a GFI receptacle?
A.
B.
C.
D.
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Section
Orthographic projection
Mapping
Auxiliary
On an elevation plan, what line type is used when drawing a basement?
A.
B.
C.
D.
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a handrail is used as a barrier along the edge of a dangerous point.
a handrail is used for support when walking up or down the stairs.
guardrails are always shorter than handrails.
handrails must be made of wood or steel.
An elevation that shows one side of the building is what type of drawing?
A.
B.
C.
D.
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angle of the earth slope.
foundation slope.
slope of the floor joists.
roof pitch.
Bedroom wall
Hall wall
Wall above a bathroom lavatory
Outside walls
Which of the following is the correct symbol for a three-way switch?
A.
B.
C.
D.
S3
SSS
3S
3Switch
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To determine the size A/C unit needed for a residential structure, one calculates the:
A.
B.
C.
D.
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total square feet under the roof.
total square feet of living area plus storage.
total cubic feet of living and utility.
total cubic feet of living.
Which of the following is the correct cold water line symbol?
If the rise of a roof is 6 and the span is 24, what is the roof pitch?
A.
B.
C.
D.
6/12
12/6
6/24
24/6
When drawing an elevation view with a 1 ft 6 in. overhang that has a brick ledge, what is the actual
66 overhang size?
A.
B.
C.
D.
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1 ft 0 in.
1 ft 1/2 in.
1 ft 1 1/2 in.
1 ft 11 1/2 in.
The actual size of a 2 in. by 6 in. framing member is:
A.
B.
C.
D.
1 1/4 in. by 5 1/4 in.
1 1/2 in. by 5 1/2 in.
1 3/4 in. by 5 3/4 in.
2 in. by 6 in.
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In the illustration below, Item 1 is a:
A.
B.
C.
D.
69
What angle is used to represent 4/12 pitch?
A.
B.
C.
D.
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footing.
foundation.
pier.
pilaster.
A rise of 12 and a run of 4
20°
A rise of 4 and a run of 12
30°
Which of the following is found on a foundation plan of a house with a crawl space?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Location of piers
Location of windows
Size and direction of ceiling joists
Water closet symbols
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Scoring Key
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Answer/
Scale
Objective
?
Answer/
Scale
Objective
1
1 D
Y1 Unit 2-C1
31
31 B
Y1 Unit 9-C1
2
2 D
Y1 Unit 2-C1
32
32 B
Y1 Unit 9-C1
3
3 C
Y1 Unit 2-C2
33
33 C
Y1 Unit 10-C1
4
4 C
Y1 Unit 2-C2
34
34 C
Y1 Unit 10-C1
5
5 B
Y1 Unit 2-C2
35
35 B
Y1 Unit 10-C1
6
6 D
Y1 Unit 3-C1
36
36 C
Y1 Unit 10-C2
7
7 A
Y1 Unit 3-C1
37
37 A
Y1 Unit 11-C1
8
8 A
Y1 Unit 4-C1
38
38 B
Y1 Unit 11-C2
9
9 D
Y1 Unit 4-C1
39
39 D
Y2 Unit 2-C2
10
10 A
Y1 Unit 4-C1
40
40 D
Y2 Unit 2-C2
11
11 C
Y1 Unit 4-C1
41
41 D
Y2 Unit 3-C1
12
12 D
Y1 Unit 4-C1
42
42 B
Y2 Unit 3-C1
13
13 B
Y1 Unit 4-C1
43
43 B
Y2 Unit 3-C1
14
14 A
Y1 Unit 4-C1
44
44 B
Y2 Unit 3-C1
15
15 D
Y1 Unit 4-C2
45
45 D
Y2 Unit 3-C1
16
16 C
Y1 Unit 6-C1
46
46 A
Y2 Unit 3-C1
17
17 D
Y1 Unit 6-C1
47
47 A
Y2 Unit 3-C1
18
18 B
Y1 Unit 6-C1
48
48 C
Y2 Unit 3-C1
19
19 A
Y1 Unit 6-C2
49
49 A
Y2 Unit 3-C1
20
20 D
Y1 Unit 5-C1
50
50 C
Y2 Unit 3-C1
21
21 A
Y1 Unit 5-C1
51
51 B
Y2 Unit 3-C1
22
22 A
Y1 Unit 5-C1
52
52 B
Y2 Unit 3-C1
23
23 B
Y1 Unit 5-C2
53
53 B
Y2 Unit 3-C1
24
24 C
Y1 Unit 8-C1
54
54 C
Y2 Unit 3-C1
25
25 C
Y1 Unit 8-C1
55
55 A
Y2 Unit 3-C1
26
26 C
Y1 Unit 8-C1
56
56 D
Y2 Unit 3-C1
27
27 A
Y1 Unit 8-C2
57
57 D
Y2 Unit 3-C1
28
28 C
Y1 Unit 8-C2
58
58 B
Y2 Unit 3-C1
29
29 C
Y1 Unit 9-C1
59
59 B
Y2 Unit 3-C1
30
30 B
Y1 Unit 9-C1
60
60 C
Y2 Unit 3-C1
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Scoring Key
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Answer/
Scale
Objective
?
Answer/
Scale
Objective
61
61 C
Y2 Unit 3-C1
66
66 B
Y2 Unit 3-C2
62
62 A
Y2 Unit 3-C1
67
67 B
Y2 Unit 3-C2
63
63 C
Y2 Unit 3-C1
68
68 A
Y2 Unit 3-C2
64
64 B
Y2 Unit 3-C1
69
69 C
Y2 Unit 3-C2
65
65 A
Y2 Unit 3-C2
70
70 A
Y2 Unit 3-C2
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