Construction Materials Quiz

In the past, what was the stone used to make?

• Buildings, bridges, city walls, aqueducts, roads

• Furniture

• Pottery

• Sculptures

What are most modern constructions not made of?

• Steel

• Concrete

• Stone

• Glass

Which of the following is NOT a type of rock mentioned as a construction material?

• Granite

• Limestone

• Slate

• Gypsum

What is cement made of?

• Limestone and clays

• Granite and sand

• Gypsum and wood

• Concrete and steel

Where is plaster used?

• Exterior walls

• Roofs

• Floors

• Interior walls

What are ceramic materials made of?

• Stone

• Metal

• Clay

• Wood

What are ceramic materials used for?

• Sculptures

• Tiles, bricks, and bathroom pieces

• Furniture

• Both A and B

Which of the following is NOT a use of granite and marble?

• Sculpture

• Kitchen countertops

• Floors

• Bridges

What is used to make pottery and china?

• Cement

• Clay

• Granite

• Limestone

After pieces are decorated, what process makes them much stronger?

• Glazing and firing

• Painting

• Polishing

• Carving