Explore topic-wise MCQs in Building Materials.

This section includes 7 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.

The word Plinth is derived from ___________

A. Latin
B. Greek
C. Spanish
D. Polish
Answer» C. Spanish
2.

Foundations are more susceptible to ____________

A. Settlement
B. Corrosion
C. Fracture
D. Shocks
Answer» B. Corrosion
3.

The portion below the plinth level is known as ____________

A. Plinth area
B. Superstructure
C. Sub-structure
D. Formation level
Answer» D. Formation level
4.

The height of the Plinth should not be less than __________

A. 45 cm
B. 20 cm
C. 1 m
D. 500 cm
Answer» B. 20 cm
5.

The ____________ provides support to the occupants, furniture, fixtures and equipments of a building.

A. Plinth
B. Ramp
C. Floor
D. Lifts
Answer» D. Lifts
6.

In a market area, the plinth area should not exceed __________ of the area of site.

A. 75%
B. 25%
C. 95%
D. 55%
Answer» B. 25%
7.

What should be the average height of plinth?

A. 300-500 m
B. 1-2 m
C. 300-450 mm
D. 50-100 mm
Answer» D. 50-100 mm