Rainwater System Quiz

What is the main purpose of a rainwater system?

• To increase water pressure in the building

• To remove rainwater from the property to a safe place

• To provide drinking water

• To heat the building

What is a common component of a rainwater collection system in dwellings?

• Solar panels

• Facia-board mounted gutter

• Wind turbine

• Water heater

Where does the rainwater flow after being collected by the gutter?

• Into a water tank

• Into a downpipe

• Into the attic

• Into the garden

What is one of the main purposes of collecting rainwater from a property?

• To create a nuisance for the occupier

• To damage the property

• To prevent damage to the property

• To damage the adjacent property

How is rainwater typically channeled away from a roof?

• Through a series of pumps

• By allowing it to soak into the roof

• Into a gutter and downpipe system

• By evaporating it

What is a surface water drain used for?

• Used with a separate system of drainage

• Used with a combined system of drainage

• Discharges rainwater into a river or stream

• Allows water to naturally soak away

Where is a water course typically used?

• Urban areas

• Rural areas

• Industrial areas

• Coastal areas

What is the purpose of a soakaway drain?

• To combine drainage systems

• To discharge water into a river

• To allow water to naturally soak away

• To treat water at a basic level

What does rainwater harvesting involve?

• Discharging water into a stream

• Using a combined drainage system

• Treating water at a basic level for reuse

• Allowing water to soak into the ground

What are the separate drainage systems used for in a separate system?

• Foul water and rainwater

• Drinking water and wastewater

• Hot water and cold water

• Industrial waste and domestic waste