Auto Tech 2 - Week 1 Quiz

Which of the following engine types has cylinders lying flat in two opposing banks?

• Inline

• V-type

• Flat/Boxer

• Rotary

Which stroke of the 4-stroke cycle compresses the air-fuel mixture with both valves closed?

• Intake

• Compression

• Power

• Exhaust

Which engine type uses a triangular rotor instead of pistons?

• Inline

• Rotary

• Diesel

• Hybrid

Which stroke is also known as the “combustion” stroke, when the piston is forced downward?

• Intake

• Compression

• Power

• Exhaust

Diesel engines differ from gasoline engines because they:

• Use spark plugs instead of compression

• Use compression ignition instead of spark plugs

• Cannot make high torque

• Do not need fuel

Which component converts the piston’s up-and-down motion into rotational motion?

• Camshaft

• Crankshaft

• Connecting rod

• Oil pump

Which part keeps the crankshaft and camshaft in sync?

• Timing belt/chain

• Water pump

• Cylinder head

• Piston

The main body of the engine that holds pistons and cylinders is the:

• Cylinder head

• Cylinder block

• Oil pan

• Intake manifold

Which part circulates coolant to regulate temperature?

• Oil pump

• Timing chain

• Water pump

• Fuel pump

Which part opens and closes the engine’s intake and exhaust valves?

• Piston

• Camshaft

• Crankshaft

• Connecting rod