Introduction to construction L1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason timber is considered a sustainable building material?

• It is lightweight

• It is renewable

• It is expensive

• It is rare

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Stonehenge is an example of prehistoric construction using ___.

Multiple Choice

Which characteristics make stone an ideal material for load bearing walls?

• High compressive strength

• Low cost

• Lightweight

• Easy to shape

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about brick as a building material is true?

• Brick is only used for pavements.

• Brick has been used for over 11,000 years.

• Brick is made exclusively from concrete.

• Brick does not provide insulation.

Multiple Choice

What was the key technological advancement that made modern bricks possible?

• The invention of the wheel

• The development of kiln firing

• The use of natural stones

• The discovery of cement

Multiple Choice

Which of the following were used by the Romans to create durable concrete?

• Volcanic ash, lime, and sea water

• Sand, gravel, and clay

• Iron, copper, and tin

• Wood, straw, and mud

Multiple Choice

After the fall of Rome, who invented the basic material for modern concrete in the 19th century?

• Thomas Edison

• Joseph Aspdin

• James Watt

• Alexander Graham Bell

Open Ended

How did the industrial revolution impact the production and use of steel in construction?

Fill in the Blank

Steel is ___ times stronger than concrete in sheer and tension.

Fill in the Blank

Construction methods are adapted to ___ and requirements.

Open Ended

Why is it important to understand different construction methods when developing infrastructure?

Fill in the Blank

Steel is highly _____, allowing it to bend without breaking.