Architecture Quiz

A document provided by architects that describe the quality of construction is known as what...?

• Construction Drawings

• Specifications

• Shop Drawings

• Fabrication Drawings

A measurement of the ability of insulation to slow the transfer of heat or cold is referred to as what...?

• RSI Value

• BTU

• U-Value

• R-Value

The underside of a roof overhang is referred to as what...?

• Soffit

• Eave

• Fascia

• Frieze

The part of the structure, typically below grade, upon which all other construction is built is known as what...?

• Footing

• Foundation Walls

• Girder

• Pile

Architectural drawings that describe the layout and construction of a house are referred to as what?

• Specifications

• Shop Drawings

• Blueprints

• Fabrication Drawings

An architectural term for a band running horizontally and situated vertically under a roof edge, or which forms the outer surface of a cornice, visible to an observer is known as what?

• Eave

• Rafter

• Fascia

• Frieze

Blueprints or construction drawings describe which of the following?

• Quality of materials

• Strength of materials

• Warranty of materials

• Quantities of materials

The rate, usually expressed as inches per hour or inches per day, at which water moves through soil is known as what?

• Runoff Rate

• Percolation Rate

• Absorption Rate

• Drainage Rate

Gypsum board panels that are typically used in interior wall construction are known as what?

• Sheathing

• Wall Board

• Stucco

• Lath Board

Which of the following is fastened to the exterior wall and helps prevent rain from entering the house?

• Sheathing

• Studs

• Joists

• Flashing