Brick and Mortar Quiz

What are the dimensions of a standard brick?

• Length = 215mm, Height = 65mm, Width = 102.5mm

• Length = 200mm, Height = 70mm, Width = 100mm

• Length = 220mm, Height = 60mm, Width = 105mm

• Length = 210mm, Height = 75mm, Width = 110mm

What is the most commonly used brick bond?

• English bond

• Flemish bond

• Stretcher bond

• Header bond

Which is the strongest brick bond?

• English bond

• Flemish bond

• Stretcher bond

• Header bond

What is the most commonly used mortar mix for external walling?

• 1:3 Cement to Sand

• 1:4 Cement to Sand

• 1:5 Cement to Sand

• 1:6 Cement to Sand

How does adding a retardant affect mortar?

• Increases setting time

• Decreases setting time

• Increases strength

• Decreases strength

What does DPC stand for?

• Damp Proof Course

• Direct Plastering Cement

• Dry Plastering Compound

• Damp Protection Coating

What does DPM stand for?

• Damp Proof Membrane

• Direct Plastering Material

• Dry Plastering Mixture

• Damp Protection Material

Which of the following is a consideration for storing cement?

• Keep it dry

• Store in direct sunlight

• Mix with water immediately

• Store in open air

What is the name of the lifting technique which should be used to move bags of cement?

• Proper lifting technique

• Safe lifting technique

• Manual handling technique

• Ergonomic lifting technique

Which bond is characterized by alternating headers and stretchers in each row?

• English bond

• Flemish bond

• Stretcher bond

• Header bond