Cement and Concrete Quiz

What is the main ingredient in cement?

• Sand

• Limestone

• Steel

• Wood

What is the primary use of cement in construction?

• To create electricity

• To provide insulation

• To hold bricks together

• To grow plants

Which type of cement is suitable for quick construction work?

• Ordinary Portland Cement

• Rapid Hardening Cement

• Low Heat Cement

• White Cement

What is the main constituent of mortar?

• Steel, sand, and water

• Lime, sand, and water

• Wood, sand, and water

• Cement, sand, and water

What is the basic composition of concrete?

• Wood, sand, and water

• Steel, sand, and water

• Lime, sand, and water

• Cement, sand, and water

Which type of concrete is used for construction of slabs, beams, and columns?

• Light Weight Concrete

• Air Entrained Concrete

• Reinforced Cement Concrete

• Vacuum Concrete

What is the primary use of light weight concrete?

• Partition and wall lining

• Residential Buildings

• Marine Construction

• Roads or Driveways

What is the main advantage of using concrete as a construction material?

• It cannot be shaped in various forms

• It is not affected by weather conditions

• It is a combustible material

• It requires frequent maintenance

What is the primary use of concrete dams?

• To grow plants

• To hold bricks together

• To store water

• To provide insulation

What is the main purpose of the slump test in concrete?

• To measure the strength of concrete

• To measure the workability of concrete

• To measure the weight of concrete

• To measure the color of concrete