LAPASAN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

Lapasan, Cagayan de Oro City

TLE-SMAW
SECOND GRADING EXAMINATION

Name:____________________________________________ Date: ____________ Score:________________

Year and Section:___________________________________ Name of Teacher:________________________
Multiple Choice
Direction: Read each statement carefully. Select the best answer and write the letter only on the space
provide before the number.
_____1. What should you do if you feel unwell after being exposed to welding fumes?
A. Rest and drink water B. Seek medical attention immediately C. Wait for the symptoms
to pass on their own D. Open windows to increase ventilation

_____2. Which of the following method of striking an arc is done by scratching the electrode across
work?
A. Scratching B. Lighting C. Tapping D. Matching
_____3. Which of the following method of striking an arc has the striking end to about 15 mm above
the start position on the plate surface? A. Scratching B. Tapping
C. Lighting D. Matching
_____4. Which of the following method of striking an arc has the striking end to about 15 mm above
the start position on the plate surface? A. Matching B. Tapping
C. Lighting D. Scratching
_____5. Which of the following method of striking an arc is similar to striking like a match?
A. Matching B. Tapping C. Lighting D. Scratching
_____6. What is the only supply to be consumed in striking an arc activity?
A. Mild steel plate B. Apron C. Electrode D. Gloves
_____7. Which part of electrode to be clamped by the electrode holder?
A. Bare bottom B. Bare left C. Bare edge D. Bare end
_____8. After preparing the tools, equipment and materials needed in striking an arc activity, what
shall we do next?
A. Set up the welding machine. C. Clamp the electrode.
B. Start welding. D. Wear leather jacket.
_____9. What shall we do when the sparks appears in Tapping method?
A. Withdraw the electrode quickly. C. Replace the electrode immediately.
B. Withdraw the electrode holder. D. Replace the work piece quickly.
_____10. What is the measure of the arc length used in striking an arc?
A. Equal to electrode diameter. C. Equal to the width of the base metal.
B. Equal to length of the base metal. D. Equal to the electrode radius.
_____11. Before setting up the welding machine, what should be done first?
A. Clamp the electrode. C. Star welding.
B. Prepare the tools, equipment and materials needed. D. Wear gloves and
apron.
_____12. What shall we connect to the primary windings terminal?
A. Power cables B. Electrode C. Return Clamp D. Welding cables
_____13. How to ensure correct installation of the welding machine?
A. Attach the electrode in the holder. C. Connect the cables to the machine.
B. Follow the steps in setting-up the equipment. D. Read the welding machine manual.
_____14. How can you reduce the risk of fumes in SMAW welding?

A. Increasing ventilation in the workspace B. Using a fume extractor C. Using a less toxic
welding wire D. All of the above

_____15. What are the symptoms of inhaling too much welding fumes?

A. Headache, nausea, dizziness B. Fatigue, weakness, confusion C. Chest pain, shortness of

breath D. All of the above

_____16. Which of the following is one of the welder’s job?

A. Cleaning the welding machine. C. Repairing the welding machine.
B. Setting-up the welding machine. D. Read the welding machine manual.
_____17. When shall we set-up the welding machine?
 A. Before clamping the electrode. C. After wearing the protective
clothing.
B. After preparing the tools, equipment and materials needed. D. Before cutting
the metals.
_____18. Which of the following shall we connect the electrode cable and return cable?
A. Primary windings terminal C. Secondary windings terminal
B. Welding machine D. Fuse box
_____19. What type of respirator should be worn when welding in a confined space with high levels
of fumes?

A. Half-mask respirator B. Full-face respirator C. Powered air-purifying respirator D. Self-

contained breathing apparatus

_____20. What is provided by the manufacturer to guide you in installing, operating and
maintaining the welding machine? A. Welding machine manual B. Electrode C.
Manual D. Spats

_____21. What may cause a severe machine damage?

A. Improper welding B. Improper installation C. Improper handling
D. Improper setting
_____22. Which of the following signs contain instructions?
A. Prohibition sign B. Warning Sign C. Mandatory sign D.
Regulatory Sign
_____23. Which of the following signs indicate that an action or activity is not allowed?
A. Prohibition sign B. Warning Sign C. Mandatory sign D.
Regulatory Sign
_____24. Which of the following signs which warn of a hazard or hazardous condition that is not
likely to be life-threatening? A. Prohibition sign B. Warning Sign C.
Mandatory sign D. Regulatory Sign
_____25. What is the primary hazard associated with fumes in SMAW welding?
A. Burns B. Fire C. Asphyxiation D. Explosion

_____26. What should you do if you accidentally weld on a live electrical wire?

a. Continue welding and ignore it b. Stop welding immediately and call an electrician c.
Attempt to repair the wire yourself d. None of the above

_____27. How can you prevent electrical shock while welding?

a. By ensuring that the welding equipment is properly grounded b. By avoiding contact

with water c. By wearing insulated gloves d. All of the above

_____28. What should you do if you feel a tingling sensation while welding?

a. Ignore it and continue welding b. Stop welding immediately and check for proper
grounding c. Take a break and drink some water d. None of the above

_____29. What is the recommended personal protective equipment (PPE) for SMAW welding?

a. Gloves b. Goggles c. Earplugs d. All of the above

_____30. What type of shock hazard can occur when working with a Shielded Metal Arc Welding
(SMAW) process?

a. Electrical shock b. Burns c. Noise pollution d. All of the above

_____31. Give the appropriate code, Standard symbols for welding, brazing, and non-destructive
examination?
A. AWS A02.4 B. AWS A03.0 C. AWS A05.1 D. AWS A05.1

_____32. What is the primary welding code used for the construction of bridges?
 a) AWS D1.1 b) AWS D1.2 c) AWS D1.5 d) AWS D1.6

_____33. What is the primary welding code used for the construction of pressure vessels

? a) AWS D1.1 b) AWS D1.2 c) ASME IX d) ASME VIII

_____34. What is the primary welding code used for the construction of pipelines?

a) AWS D1.1 b) AWS D1.2 c) ASME B31.8 d) ASME B31.4

_____35. What is the primary welding code used for the construction of pipelines?

a) AWS D1.1 b) AWS D1.2 c) ASME B31.8 d) ASME B31.4

_____36. What is the primary welding code used for the construction of offshore structures?

a) AWS D1.1 b) AWS D1.2 c) API 1104 d) API 2200

_____37. What is the main purpose of selecting the appropriate electrode for a welding job?

a. To ensure proper penetration b. To achieve the desired weld appearance c. To

prevent cracking and warping d. All of the above

_____38. Which type of electrode is typically used for welding low-carbon steel?

a. E6010 b. E6011 c. E7014 d. E7024

_____39. What is the main advantage of using a low-hydrogen electrode?

a. It reduces the risk of porosity in the weld b. It improves the strength of the weld
c. It increases the speed of the welding process d. It reduces the amount of spatter during welding

_____40. What type of electrode is best for welding in tight spaces or overhead?

a. E6010 b. E6011 c. E7014 d. E7024

_____41. Which type of electrode is best for welding in windy conditions?

a. E6010 b. E6011 c. E7014 d. E7024

_____42. What type of electrode is typically used for welding aluminum?

a. E6010 b. E6011 c. E7014 d. E4043

_____43. What is the purpose of setting essential current in electrical systems?

a) To prevent overloading of circuits b) To reduce energy consumption c) To increase voltage

levels d) To improve power quality

_____44. What is the purpose of setting essential current in electrical systems?

a) To prevent overloading of circuits b) To reduce energy consumption c) To increase
voltage levels d) To improve power quality

_____45. Which of the following devices is used to measure essential current in an electrical
system?

a) Ammeter b) Voltmeter c) Ohmmeter d) Wattmeter

 _____46. Which of the following devices is used to measure essential current in an electrical
system?

a) Ammeter b) Voltmeter c) Ohmmeter d) Wattmeter

47. Which of the following factors can affect essential current settings in an electrical
system?

a) Temperature b) Humidity c) Voltage levels d) All of the above

_____48. Which of the following factors can affect essential current settings in an electrical system?

a) Temperature b) Humidity c) Voltage levels d) All of the above

_____49. What is the recommended essential current setting for a residential electrical system?

a) 15 amps b) 20 amps c) 30 amps d) 50 amps

_____50. What can happen if essential current settings are not properly adjusted in an electrical
system?

a) Circuit breakers may trip frequently b) Equipment may not function properly c) Increased
risk of electrical fires d) All of the above