roofs, services 101

Multiple Choice

Which type of roof is cheaper to install but does not last as long and suffers from leaks?

• Flat roof

• Lean-to roof

• Gable-end roof

• Hipped roof

Multiple Select

Which of the following roof types have their ends covered, making them more resistant to the elements?

• Flat roof

• Lean-to roof

• Gable-end roof

• Hipped roof

Open Ended

Explain the advantages and disadvantages of using truss rafter roofs in construction.

Multiple Choice

Which roof component is responsible for supporting the tiles and insulation?

• Ridge board

• Tiling batten

• Jack rafter

• Wall plate

Multiple Choice

Which part of the roof structure is responsible for covering the underside of the eaves?

• Soffit

• Fascia

• Bargeboard

• Ceiling joist

Multiple Select

Which of the following materials are used for waterproofing at joints where roofing materials meet walls, chimneys, and valleys?

• Lead flashings

• Roof tiles

• Cement fibre slate

• Roofing felt

Open Ended

Explain how rainwater harvesting works and its benefits for a building.

Multiple Choice

What is the main difference between mains sewage and septic tanks in terms of waste removal from buildings?

• Mains sewage is treated on-site, while septic tanks transport waste to treatment plants.

• Mains sewage is taken away via drains to treatment plants, while septic tanks collect and store waste on-site.

• Septic tanks are used in all buildings, while mains sewage is only for rural areas.

• Septic tanks require no maintenance, while mains sewage does.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT considered an important service for buildings according to the slide?

• Electricity

• Gas

• Telephone systems

• Water supply

Open Ended

Explain how energy efficiency in buildings can help reduce environmental harm and costs. Use examples from the slides.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following insulation materials is made from recycled denim?

• Fibreglass/mineral wool

• Blue jean and lambswool

• PIR (polyisocyanurate)

• Multifoil

Multiple Select

Select all the materials that are described as insulation materials in the slides.

• Blue jean and lambswool

• Fibreglass/mineral wool

• PIR (polyisocyanurate)

• Multifoil

Open Ended

Discuss the potential drawbacks of wind power as mentioned in the slides and suggest ways these concerns might be addressed.

Open Ended

Explain how energy-efficient goods and appliances contribute to reducing energy consumption in homes.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a natural resource used for heating or generating power as described in the lesson?

• Water power

• Underground heat

• Biomass heating

• Solar power