ladder
Rungs span between a ladder's side rails. This topic is part of Tools within Everyday Life. This page currently draws on 7 supporting questions, with answers and bonus facts available below.
ladder trivia questions
What are the horizontal pieces of a ladder called?
Answer: Rungs
Bonus fact: Rungs span between a ladder's side rails.
What type of ladder folds open into a self-supporting A-shape?
Answer: Stepladder
Bonus fact: Stepladders can stand without leaning against a wall.
What setup rule is often recommended for a straight ladder?
Answer: One unit out for every four units up
Bonus fact: The 4-to-1 rule gives a ladder angle of about 75 degrees.
A fish ladder helps fish move past what obstacle?
Answer: Dam
Bonus fact: Fish ladders provide a route around barriers.
Fish ladders are especially useful for migratory fish traveling to do what?
Answer: Spawn
Bonus fact: They help fish reach upstream breeding grounds.
A fish ladder works mainly by creating a series of what?
Answer: Small stepped pools
Bonus fact: Pools break a large elevation change into manageable stages.
What defensive purpose did a moat serve?
Answer: Keep attackers away from walls
Bonus fact: Moats hindered ladders, siege towers, and tunneling.