1. The type of roof which slopes in two directions with a break in the slope on each side is known as _____.
[A] Gambrel roof
[B] Gable roof
[C] Mansard roof
[D] Hip roof
Answer: Option A
2. Pick up the correct statement from the following:
[A] A mortar joint projecting beyond the face of a masonry wall, is called tucked joint
[B] A mortar joint having a concave finishing in brick masonry, is called keyed joint
[C] A mortar joint having a recess in it, is called ruled joint
[D] All of the above
Answer: Option D
3. Pick up the correct statement from the following:
[A] D.P.C. should be continuous
[B] D.P.C. should be of good impervious material
[C] D.P.C. may be horizontal or vertical
[D] All of the above
Answer: Option D
4. The inclined surface of an abutment to receive the arch, is known as _____.
[A] Spandril
[B] Haunch
[C] Skew back
[D] Soffit
Answer: Option C
5. The pile which supports the load due to friction between pile face and surrounding soil, is generally known as _____.
[A] Battered pile
[B] Friction pile
[C] Sheet pile
[D] Bearing pile
Answer: Option B