Structural Engineering Quiz

Which type of structure is made up of a series of triangular units?

• Beam

• Truss

• Arch

• Column

Which material is commonly used for constructing cable-stayed bridges?

• Steel

• Concrete

• Wood

• Aluminum

Which type of structure is commonly used in tall buildings to support vertical loads?

• Beam

• Truss

• Column

• Arch

What is the purpose of a diagonal brace in a truss structure?

• To increase the weight of the structure

• To reduce the stability of the structure

• To transfer loads from one part of the structure to another

• To decrease the strength of the structure

What type of structure is a roller coaster track?

• Beam

• Truss

• Arch

• Column

What is the primary purpose of a structure?

• To provide aesthetics

• To withstand loads and forces

• To create shadows

• To generate electricity

What is the primary function of a column in a structure?

• To provide support by resisting compression forces

• To provide support by resisting tension forces

• To provide support by distributing loads

• To provide support by increasing stability

What is the main advantage of a dome structure?

• Aesthetics

• Strength

• Flexibility

• Cost-effectiveness

What is the function of a beam in a structure?

• To provide support by resisting compression forces

• To provide support by resisting tension forces

• To provide support by distributing loads

• To provide support by increasing stability

Which of the following is an example of a tensile force?

• Pulling a rope

• Pushing a box

• Sitting on a chair

• Placing a book on a table