Round3: Buzzer Round

Which type of foundation is most suitable for a high-rise building on soft soil?

• a) Pile foundation

• b) Raft foundation

• c) Strip foundation

• d) Pier foundation

What is the primary function of an arch dam?

• a) To store water

• b) To resist the pressure of water by arch action

• c) To divert water flow

• d) To generate hydroelectric power

1.      Which of the following materials is commonly used for the construction of a gravity dam?

• a) Reinforced concrete

• b) Steel

• c) Timber

• d) Masonry

What is the purpose of a slump test in concrete construction?

• a) To measure the workability of concrete

• b) To measure the compressive strength of concrete

• c) To measure the water-cement ratio of concrete

• d) To measure the air content in concrete

Which of the following is NOT a type of bridge based on its structural form?

• a)      Arch bridge

• b)   Cantilever bridge

• c)  Cable-stayed bridge

• d)      Convection bridge

1.      In structural engineering, what does the term "dead load" refer to?

• a) The weight of the structure itself

• b) The weight of movable objects on the structure

• c) The force exerted by wind on the structure

• d) The force exerted by seismic activity on the structure

Which of the following materials is commonly used as a waterproofing membrane in roofing systems?

•  a) Asphalt

• b) PVC (Polyvinyl chloride)

• c) Timber

• d) Aluminium

What is the primary function of an expansion joint in concrete pavements?

• a) To prevent cracking due to thermal expansion and contraction

• b) To enhance the load-bearing capacity of the pavement

• c) To provide aesthetic appeal

•  d) To control water runoff

Which of the following is a common method used for soil stabilization in road construction?

• a) Lime stabilization

• b) Solarization

• c) Vaporization

• d) Polymerization

What is the primary function of a retaining wall in civil engineering?

•  a) To control soil erosion

• b) To support the weight of a structure

• c) To provide aesthetic appeal

• d) To store and manage storm water runoff