LESSON 2
PRACTICE EXERCISE
ANSWER KEY AND FEEDBACK
Item
Correct Answer
1.
A.
Damar varnish is a spirit made to use as a final coat on interior surfaces. It is not
satisfactory for surfaces exposed to moisture and abrasion. (page 2-35, para 2-
11b[17])
2.
A.
Driers are catalytic agents. They hasten film hardening when added to a drying
oil or a paint or varnish that contains oil. (page 2-8, para 2-6b[2] [a])
3.
C.
An average formula mix for the production of aluminum paint is 2 pounds of
aluminum powder or paste to 1 gallon of mixing varnish. (page 2-6, para 2-5c
[1])
4.
C.
A volatile fluid is a substance that evaporates rapidly at relatively low
temperatures. (page 2-2, para 2-1, Volatile)
5.
A.
Masonry is porous and soaks up water, causing damp interior walls, cracked
plaster, and peeling wallpaper and paints. Silicone water repellent will usually
prevent this problem. (page 2-29, para 2-l0b[21])
6.
A.
Aluminum paint is probably used for more jobs than any other paint. It is a
desirable coating for battleships and large bridges, since the dried film weighs less
than half as much as the film of any other common paint. It is commonly used as
a body and final application over a red iron-oxide, zinc-oxide, or linseed-oil
priming coat. (page 2-27, para 2-10b[16])
7.
B.
A phenolic-resin primer-sealer is a new type of finish that is well suited for open-
grain woods. It penetrates into the pores of the wood, dries, and equalizes the
density of the hard an soft grains. (pages 2-22, para 2-9c[3])
8.
B.
Paint labels have valuable information on them, such as the date the paint was
manufactured, its color, and its type. Without this information, you could waste
or misuse large amounts of paint. (page 2-39, para 2-12a)
9.
C.
Tints are lighter than hues and are formed by adding white to the colors on the
color wheel. (page 2-15, para 2-8b)
10.
D.
Primer is not necessary when you repaint previously painted surfaces that are in
good condition. (page 2-24, para 2-10a[l])
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