Choose the best answer:

1			A form of wood that is made by compressing flakes of wood with resin is:
			A)	plywood.
			B)	particleboard, or chipboard.
			C)	hardwood.
			D)	hardboard.
2			A piece of furniture sold as "genuine tiger maple" is likely to be:
			A)	very inexpensive.
			B)	plywood covered in tiger maple veneer.
			C)	made entirely of tiger maple.
			D)	a rare antique.
3			Mortise and tenon joinery:
			A)	cannot be used in furniture construction.
			B)	is a modern invention.
			C)	requires reinforcement with screws or nails.
			D)	is an ancient method that makes very strong joints.
4			An alloy of iron and carbon, in turn alloyed with chromium, is:
			A)	steel.
			B)	stainless steel.
			C)	anodized aluminum.
			D)	brass.
5			Furniture made of this material requires careful selection to avoid endangering the user.
			A)	Rattan.
			B)	Leather.
			C)	Plastic.
			D)	Plywood.
6			Cane is made from:
			A)	rattan.
			B)	bamboo.
			C)	palm stems.
			D)	all of the above.
7			To extend the life of an upholstered piece, specify:
			A)	a softwood frame.
			B)	a "blind" item.
			C)	reversible cushions.
			D)	solid foam cushioning.
8			The study of human relationships to furniture and products is called:
			A)	proxemics.
			B)	ergonomics.
			C)	averaging.
			D)	furniture harmony.
9			Systems furniture often includes:
			A)	filing cabinets.
			B)	writing surfaces.
			C)	coat racks.
			D)	all of the above.
10			Nonresidential furniture pieces are typically:
			A)	more durable than residential ones.
			B)	built-in.
			C)	designed to be uncomfortable.
			D)	intended to shock rather than please.