Building and Construction Quiz

What is the primary purpose of foundations in a building?

• To increase the building's height

• To reduce construction time

• To enhance the aesthetic appeal

• To provide structural stability

Which type of foundation is used when the construction is on weak ground or the superstructure will be heavy?

• Pad Foundation

• Raft Foundation

• Trench Foundation

• Strip Foundation

What is the purpose of weepholes in cavity walls?

• To allow moisture to escape from the cavity

• To enhance the structural stability

• To provide ventilation to the building

• To prevent heat loss

Which type of roof is commonly seen on single-story buildings such as bungalows?

• Flat roof

• Hip roof

• Gable roof

• Monopitch roof

What is the purpose of roof eaves in a building?

• To enhance the architectural style

• To throw water clear of the walls

• To provide support for the shingles

• To create a waterproof finish

Which type of floor is ideal for ventilation but prone to draughts?

• Solid flooring

• Suspended Timber flooring

• Concrete suspended flooring

• Beam and block suspended flooring

What is the name of the cut brick in the One Brick Thick Flemish Return Wall?

• Sailor

• Soldier

• King closer

• Queen closer

How many bricks are required for a Brick L wall with a length of 1.667m and a height of 0.525m?

• 52

• None of the above

• 76

• 10

What is the length of a Brick Flemish wall with a height of 0.525m and 76 bricks required?

• None of the above

• 0.8754m

• 2.11m

• 1.2175m

Which type of walling is commonly used on low to medium-sized buildings?

• Cavity

• Solid

• Masonry cladding

• None of the above