Engine Construction Quiz

What is the primary function of an engine?

• To store energy for later use

• To convert chemical energy to mechanical energy

• To convert mechanical energy to chemical energy

• To generate electrical energy

Which type of engine uses a spark plug to initiate combustion?

• Compression Ignition (CI)

• Spark Ignition (SI)

• Rotary Engine

• External Combustion Engine

What is a characteristic of a four-stroke engine cycle?

• It uses only one cylinder

• It completes one cycle in one revolution

• It experiences four cycle movements over two revolutions

• It has no valves

What type of engine is known for having pistons that move back and forth?

• Radial Engine

• Reciprocating Engine

• Rotary Engine

• W Engine

In which type of engine does combustion occur outside the engine?

• External Combustion Engine

• Internal Combustion Engine

• Compression Ignition Engine

• Spark Ignition Engine

What is the function of the crankshaft in an engine?

• To ignite the fuel-air mixture

• To cool the engine

• To support the engine structure

• To transmit rotary driving power from pistons

What is the compression ratio of a typical diesel engine?

• 7–10:1

• 10–12:1

• 14–16:1

• 12–14:1

What component is responsible for sealing the combustion chamber in an engine?

• Piston

• Piston Ring

• Crankshaft

• Connecting Rod

Name this engine component

• connecting rod

• piston

• cam

• cylinder head

Name this component

• crankshaft

• crankcase

• piston ring

• rod