Explore topic-wise MCQs in Civil Engineering.

This section includes 8 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Civil Engineering knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

Which of the following ranges of dimensions of a good quality brick is correct?

A. Length: 368-392cm
B. Width: 180-210cm
C. Height: 180-210cm
D. Weight: 25-30N
Answer» B. Width: 180-210cm
2.

What should be observed when a brick is broken?

A. Parallel strata
B. Homogeneous surface
C. Pores
D. Brown colour
Answer» C. Pores
3.

A good brick when dropped from the height of 1 metre can:

A. Shatter
B. Not break
C. Break into 2 halves
D. Develop small cracks
Answer» C. Break into 2 halves
4.

The compressive strength of the brick should be:

A. Minimum 3.5 kN/m<sup>2</sup>
B. Maximum 3.5 kN/m<sup>2</sup>
C. Minimum 3.5 N/mm<sup>2</sup>
D. Maximum 3.5 N/mm<sup>2</sup>
Answer» D. Maximum 3.5 N/mm<sup>2</sup>
5.

Which of the below is used to sound proof bricks?

A. Gypsum
B. Terracotta
C. Plastics
D. Ceramic
Answer» C. Plastics
6.

Which of the following bricks is not preferred?

A. Sharp-edged
B. Clamp burned
C. Sound-proofed
D. Kiln burned
Answer» C. Sound-proofed
7.

A good brick should not absorb more than what percent of water when soaked?

A. 15%
B. 20%
C. 30%
D. 10%
Answer» B. 20%
8.

What is the recommended size of a brick?

A. 20x10x10cm
B. 20x9x9cm
C. 19x9x9cm
D. 19x8x8cm
Answer» D. 19x8x8cm