Explore topic-wise MCQs in Building Materials.

This section includes 6 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Building Materials knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

A common footing provided for two or more columns is known as _________

A. Continues footing
B. Combined footing
C. Cantilever footing
D. Eccentric footing
Answer» C. Cantilever footing
2.

If the foundation of the structure is to be divided into two or more independent units ________ are provided to take care of unequal settlement.

A. Construction joints
B. Mechanical joints
C. Slip joints
D. Connecting joints
Answer» D. Connecting joints
3.

________ is applied to the process of laying down certain lines and marks on the ground before the excavation of foundation trenches.

A. Ground tracing
B. Surveying
C. Dumpy level
D. Digging
Answer» B. Surveying
4.

Which type of foundation is used for the construction of building on black cotton soil?

A. Inverted arch foundation
B. Floating foundation
C. Mat foundation
D. Grillage foundation
Answer» D. Grillage foundation
5.

When the ground is sloping _____________ foundations are used to correct the levels of the sloping ground on which the building is to be constructed.

A. Shallow foundation
B. Combined foundation
C. Cantilever foundation
D. Steeped foundation
Answer» E.
6.

The part of a building constructed below ground level is known as _________

A. Plinth
B. Superstructure
C. Basement
D. Foundation
Answer» E.