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Properties of timber

Compare hardwoods, softwoods and manufactured boards so you can pick the right timber for strength, looks and budget.

⏱ 18 min❓ 8 questions

What you'll be able to do

  • ✔I can explain the difference between hardwoods, softwoods and manufactured boards
  • ✔I can describe how grain affects strength and splitting
  • ✔I can choose a suitable timber for a product and justify my choice

How this works

  1. 1Read the short explanations first — they teach you what you need before each question.
  2. 2Answer each question, then tap Check. A right answer moves you on automatically; if it's wrong, you'll see a friendly explanation of why.
  3. 3Finish all 3 steps to see your score — sign in and subscribe to unlock the full lesson and save it.

What's inside

8 questions and 1 quick teaching card, including:

  • 🔘Multiple choice — Tap the answer you think is best, then check it.
  • ⚖️True or false — Read the statement and decide if it's true or false.

👪Grown-up tip: sit alongside younger learners for the first few lessons. Read the questions together and chat about the explanations — that's where the real learning sticks.

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Curriculum: AC9TDE8K06, AC9TDE8P03