Explore topic-wise MCQs in Civil Engineering.

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51.

Mud plastering does not require curing.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
52.

Wood surface requires _________ coats of plastering.

A. 2
B. 3
C. 1
D. None
Answer» C. 1
53.

In a lime-cement plaster, ratio 1:1:6 corresponds to:

A. Lime:cement:sand
B. Cement:Lime:sand
C. Lime:sand:gravel
D. Cement:sand:gravel
Answer» C. Lime:sand:gravel
54.

Which of the below is not an example of a base?

A. White lead
B. Cobalt
C. Zinc oxide
D. Red lead
Answer» C. Zinc oxide
55.

Which paint contains polystyrene as a base?

A. Synthetic rubber
B. Enamel
C. Aluminium
D. Emulsion
Answer» E.
56.

Saponification is a defect on the painted surface and it is identified by the appearance of:

A. Wrinkles
B. Dull patches
C. Bubbles
D. Soapy patches
Answer» E.
57.

Which defect occurs if a paint is applied excessively thick?

A. Grinning
B. Running
C. Wrinkling
D. Flaking
Answer» D. Flaking
58.

Wooden flooring:

A. Resists water
B. Does not fade
C. Non-elastic nature
D. Economic
Answer» C. Non-elastic nature
59.

Cement concrete floor is laid in a ratio of:

A. 1:8:16
B. 1:1:2
C. 1:2:4
D. 1:1.5:3
Answer» D. 1:1.5:3
60.

Terrazo flooring comprises of:

A. Chips, powder, concrete
B. Chips, concrete
C. Chips, cement
D. Chips, powder, cement
Answer» E.
61.

__________ stairs are a variation of L shaped stairs.

A. Winder
B. Spiral
C. Half turn
D. Switch back
Answer» B. Spiral
62.

After how many stairs is a landing provided in public, residential places?

A. 18
B. 20
C. 12
D. 16
Answer» D. 16
63.

In plastering, the 1st coat is called ___________ and its thickness should be _______ mm.

A. Undercoat, 6-9
B. Floating coat, 6-9
C. Floating coat, 10-15
D. Undercoat, 10-15
Answer» E.
64.

How many types of stone stairs are used?

A. 2
B. 5
C. 4
D. 3
Answer» C. 4
65.

The decorative cap to the top of a newel post is called:

A. Finial
B. Fillet
C. Easing
D. Apron
Answer» B. Fillet
66.

PVC flooring gives _______ finish.

A. Matt
B. Laminated
C. Satin
D. Natural
Answer» B. Laminated
67.

In suspended concrete floors, _________ beams are used.

A. T shaped
B. Inverted L shaped
C. Inverted T shaped
D. I shaped
Answer» D. I shaped
68.

Horizontal structural members placed at right angles to bridging joists are:

A. Binders
B. Girders
C. Screed
D. Topping
Answer» B. Girders
69.

While calculating the handling capacity of lift, the weight of a person is taken as 65kg.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
70.

The chemical heptachlor in anti-termite proofing has concentration by weight of:

A. 0.005
B. 0.001
C. 0.003
D. 0.002
Answer» B. 0.001
71.

Low cost housing in Kerala was first developed by:

A. Lawrence Becker
B. Larry Baker
C. Laurence Becker
D. Laurie Baker
Answer» E.
72.

R.C.C. can be classified into:

A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
Answer» B. 3
73.

Which of the below is not a property of ferro cement?

A. Impervious nature
B. Capacity to resist shock
C. No need of formwork
D. Strength per unit mass is low
Answer» E.
74.

In a PSC, the tensioning system may be classified into:

A. 3
B. 2
C. 5
D. 4
Answer» C. 5
75.

In which beam tension capacity of steel is greater than combined compression capacity of steel and concrete?

A. Over-reinforced
B. Under-reinforced
C. Singly reinforced
D. Doubly reinforced
Answer» B. Under-reinforced
76.

Which of the below ratio is used for R.C.C. roofing?

A. 1:1:2
B. 1.5:1:3
C. 1:2:4
D. 1:1.5:3
Answer» E.
77.

The upper floors are floating floors.

A. True
B. False
Answer» C.
78.

For natural and cost-effective ventilation, ________ can be used.

A. Hollow bricks
B. Wall openings
C. Skylight
D. Brick jali
Answer» E.
79.

For sloping roofs, ferro cement roofing units can be used.

A. True
B. False
Answer» B. False
80.

By using filler slab technique:

A. 20% saving of concrete is there
B. Aesthetic ceiling is obtained
C. Less thermal comfort is there
D. Load on foundation increases
Answer» C. Less thermal comfort is there
81.

Economy can be achieved in doors, windows, ventilator by:

A. No frame
B. Less width
C. Steel frames
D. Less height
Answer» D. Less height
82.

*$_You are asked to design and supervise a truss for a factory to have spans 6 m to 9 m. The type of the truss you will use, is?

A. Mansard truss
B. Queen post truss
C. King post truss
D. Collar truss
Answer» D. Collar truss
83.

*$_Dutch bond is a modification of?

A. English bond
B. Stretcher bond
C. Header bond
D. Single Flemish bond
Answer» B. Stretcher bond
84.

*$_Which one of the following activities is not correct as applicable to brick corbels?

A. The maximum projection of the corbel should not be more than the thickness of the wall
B. The maximum projection of each corbel course should be limited to a quarter brick at a time
C. The discontinuous corbels are used to carry heavy concentrated loads
D. Stretcher bond is generally used for the construction of brick corbel
Answer» E.
85.

*$_Exposed portions of vertical surface at right angles to the door or window frame, are known as?

A. Jambs
B. Lintels
C. Reveals
D. Soffits
Answer» D. Soffits
86.

*$_If the depth of an excavation is 20 meters, number of single stage well points to be installed at various levels, is?

A. 5
B. 4
C. 3
D. 2
Answer» D. 2
87.

*/*_The depth of excavation of foundations, is generally measured with a?

A. Ranging rod
B. Steel tape
C. Levelling staff
D. Boning rod
Answer» E.
88.

*/*_The maximum permissible deflection of a timber beam supporting a roof, is?

A. L/100
B. L/150
C. L/260
D. L/360
Answer» E.
89.

*/*_Which one of the following factors is considered for the orientation of buildings??

A. The direction of the prevailing winds in the area
B. The exposure of the walls and roof of the buildings to the rays of sun
C. The extent up to which the sunrays penetrate with the verandah
D. All the above
Answer» E.
90.

*/*_The vertical distance between the springing line and highest point of the inner curve of an arch is known as?

A. Intrados
B. Rise
C. Spandril
D. Extrados
Answer» C. Spandril
91.

*/*_The steel pile which is generally sunk in soft clay or loose sand of low bearing capacity, is?

A. H-pile
B. Pipe pile
C. Screw pile
D. Disc pile
Answer» D. Disc pile
92.

*/*_The construction joints in buildings are provided after?

A. 10 m
B. 15 m
C. 20 m
D. 40 m
Answer» E.
93.

*/*_The angular steps used for changing direction of the stairs, are called?

A. Round steps
B. Angular steps
C. Winders
D. Radial steps
Answer» D. Radial steps
94.

*/*_The width of the hollow space between two walls of a cavity wall should not exceed?

A. 5 cm
B. 7.5 cm
C. 10 cm
D. 15 cm
Answer» D. 15 cm
95.

*/*_Assertion A : Shishum is used for decorative woodwork.Reason R : Shishum can be polished to an excellent finish.Select your answer according to the coding system given below:?

A. Both A and R is true and R is the correct explanation of A
B. Both A and R is true but R is not the correct explanation of A
C. A is true but R is false
D. A is false but R is true
Answer» B. Both A and R is true but R is not the correct explanation of A
96.

*/*_Crown is located at?

A. Highest point on the extrados of the arch
B. Highest point on the intrados of the arch
C. Skew-back of the arch
D. None of these
Answer» B. Highest point on the intrados of the arch
97.

*/*_The exterior angle between outer faces of a wall, is known as?

A. Turn
B. Junction
C. Quion
D. All the above
Answer» D. All the above
98.

*/*_The sound which continues even after its source is cut off, is called?

A. Reverberation
B. Echo
C. Intensity of sound
D. Interference
Answer» B. Echo
99.

*/*_Dado is usually provided in?

A. Dining halls
B. Bath rooms
C. Living rooms
D. Verandah (belcony)
Answer» C. Living rooms
100.

*/*_The lintels are preferred to arches because?

A. Arches require more headroom to span the openings like doors, windows etc.
B. Arches require strong abutments to withstand arch thrust
C. Arches are difficult in construction
D. All of the above
Answer» E.