flathead Phillips

screwdriver screwdriver

Question: I recently bought a house, and

something breaks every month. I want to fix
things myself. What do I need?

~FIX . ·It! - Frank G.

Answers: ......................................................... .
Sometimes things break in houses. Calling a repair
man is expensive. As a homeowner, you need
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tools. Go to the local hardware store. Most sell
tool kits with the basic hand tools. They usually
include a couple of Phillips screwdrivers, flathead
screwdrivers, and an adjustable wrench. Some
tool kits also have slip-joint pliers and long-nose
pliers. Then buy a tape measure, a claw hammer,
and a utility knife separately. Utility knives have
retractable blades, so they last a long time. And
Get ready! these separate items can be found for less than
o Before you read the passage,
talk about these questions.
ten dollars. Read about how to use these tools, and
home improvement projects are easy.

1 What are some common hand tools?

2 What repairs and tasks do you use hand tools
for?

Reading
f) Read the advice column. Then,
choose the correct answers.
1 What is the column mostly about?
A an expensive repair man
B a recommendation for tools
C a local hardware store Vocabulary
o a description of how long tools last

2 What are NOT included in tool kits?

e Match the words (1-5) with the definitions
(A-E).
A tape measures 1 _ wrench 4 _ utility knife
B adjustable wrenches 2 _ retractable 5 _hand tool
C Phillips screwdrivers 3 _ adjustable
o flathead screwdrivers
A a manual device used for home improvement
3 According to the columnist, what is projects
true about utility knives? B being able to pull back in
A The blades break frequently. C a small cutting device
B They are included in tool kits. o a hand tool that tightens and loosens nuts and
C The blades are not always out. bolts
o They cost less than hammers. E being able to change sizes

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 Use the right tool for the job. Consult our
product list before starting any project.
Product Function: Use it to ...
wire cutter strip and cut light to medium
gauge wire
ball pein hammer shape metal and drive chisels
hand saw cut wood
hacksaw cut metal or plastic pipes
Get ready! sawhorse support materials while cutting
o Before you read the passage,
talk about these questions.
ratchet wrench

1 What tool can be used to cut pipes?

(includes socket set
and 2 socket
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extensions) tighten or loosen bolts or nuts
2 What are some different types of
wrenches? combination wrench work with multiple sizes of bolts
spanner wrench access hard to reach bolts
Reading Alien wrench turn Alien key bolts
f) Read the tool manufacturer's website. nut driver insert or remove nuts
Then, choose the correct answers. pipe wrench turn multiple size pipe
connections
1 What is the purpose of the website?
A to advertise an upcoming sale
B to explain product functions
Vocabulary
C to compare hand and power tools
D to take online customer orders 8 Place the words and phrases from the
word bank under the correct heading.
2 What tool should be used to cut wood?
A wire cutter C hacksaw
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B hand saw D ball pein hammer hacksaw nut driver hand saw
socket wire cutter spanner
3 Which tool CANNOT work on different sizes of
bolts?
A Alien key Tools for cutting Tools for turning

B pipe wrench
C combination wrench
D ratchet wrench and socket set

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 If you need a temporary fastener, go with a pin or
clamp.
Nails are a quick and long-lasting fastener. They
are ideal for walls and wood surfaces.
Screws are a more secure fastener. Wood screws
are best for solid wood surfaces. But sheet metal
screws work on wood as well as other surfaces.
Remember to check the correct thread for your
project. This store carries both UTS thread and
metric thread measurements. Use an anchor for
situations requiring extra support.
Use bolts when pressing pieces together from
Get ready! both sides. Select a bolt with the appropriate
o Before you read the passage, talk about
these questions.
grade. Otherwise, the bolt may break. Get the right
washers and nuts to add strength and prevent
damage to surfaces.
1 What are some different parts used to attach
two things together?
2 What type of fastener requires a hammer?

Reading
f) Read the poster. Then, mark the following
statements as true (T) or false (F).
o Read the sentence pair. Choose where the
1 _ Clamps are long-lasting fasteners. words best fit the blanks.
2 _ Sheet metal screws will damage wood 1 screw I washer
surfaces.
A Place a _ _ _ between the nut and
3 _ Washers protect surfaces from damage. surface.
B The hook is attached to the wall with a
Vocabulary
e Match the words (1-7) with the definitions
(A-G).
2 bolt I thread
A Jules attached the table leg with a _ __
1 _anchor 5 _clamp B I don't know the best _ _ _ size for the
2 _nut 6 _ metric thread screws.
3 _nail 7 _ sheet metal screw
3 fastener I UTS thread
4 _ grade
A The mechanic was only familiar with
A a piece of metal with a hole in the middle _ _ _ sizes, not metric.
B a long, narrow fastener with a smooth rod B The hardware store was known for having
a for every project.
C a device that tightly presses things together
o a thread measured in millimeters 4 pin I wood screw
E the measurement of a bolt's strength A A is not effective on metal.
F a device that adds support to a screw B Albert used a to hold the boards
G a fastener with threads along the entire rod together temporarily.
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 Get ready!
o Before you read the passage, talk about
these questions.
1 What are some basic actions mechanics use
when working?
2 What are some actions that require tools to
complete?

Reading
f) Read the instructions. Then, choose the
correct answers.
1 What is the purpose of the manual page?
A to describe how the radio works
B to explain how to change the batteries
C to compare types of CB radios
D to provide radio repair instructions .

2 What instruction is NOT given?

A flip the battery cover over
Challging the batteries on your B drive screw into the battery cover
Truckers Transmit CB Radio. C twist screws until tight

Grip "ac 0 f'11lly in one hand. D drive in the battery cover

? Unscrew the screws from battery cover with a 3 Which item will NOT be removed from the radio?
'lathead screwdriver. A green tab C dead batteries
3 Lift battery cover and pull green tab to B battery cover D screws in cover
remove old batteries.
4 Flip battery cover over to see battery diagram. Vocabulary
5 Remove old batteries and insert new ones as
shown on diagram.
e the
Write a word that is similar in meaning to
underlined part.
6 Replace battery cover. Push cover closed.
1 The instructions are on the other side. Turn
7 Drive screws back into battery cover. the paper over. ___ P
S Screw in with screwdriver and twist until tight. 2 Put the drill bit into the chuck. ___ e _ t
9 To avoid stripping the screws, do not over 3 Turn the light bulb clockwise until secure.
tighten. s _ r __
Turn on radio to test batteries. 4 Push upward on the table so I can put this
mat underneath it. _ i __
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