BUILDING CONSTRUCTION QUIZ

The term string is used for

A vertical member between two treads

The underside of a stair

Outer projecting edge of a tread

A sloping member which supports the steps in a stair

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The window which is provided on a sloping roof of a building, is called

Lantern window

Rash window

Dormer window

Louvered window

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The depth of excavation of foundations, is generally measured with a

Boning rod

Steel tape

Ranging rod

Levelling staff

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An ordinary concrete may be made water proof by adding

Snowcem

All of these

Impermo

Pudlo

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If height of the first storey of a building is 3.2 m and riser is 13 cm, the number of treads required, is

18

12

24

25

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Pitched and sloping roofs are suitable for

Plain regions

Covering large areas

Coastal regions

All of these

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The bearing capacity of a water logged soil, may be improved by

Drainage

Grouting

Compaction

Chemical action

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For the construction of flyovers in sandy soils, the type of foundation provided, is

Strap footing

Pier footing

Combined footing

Raft footing

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Which of the following metal sheets is most effective in preventing dampness?

All listed here

Lead sheets

Aluminium sheets

Copper sheets

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Ornamental moulded course placed on the top of a wall, is

Cornice

Lintel

Frieze

Coping

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