Roof Plan and Framing Quiz

What is a roof system?

• A covering for the top of a building

• A type of wall

• A type of foundation

• A type of flooring

What is a shed roof?

• A roof with a steeper slope

• A flat roof

• A roof with multiple slopes

• A roof that is circular

What is a gable roof?

• The classic roof shape

• A roof with a flat surface

• A roof that is circular

• A roof with multiple slopes

What is a hip roof?

• A roof where all sides slope downwards

• A flat roof

• A roof with a steep slope

• A roof that is circular

What are the two types of roof framing?

• Rafter type and Truss type

• Flat type and Gable type

• Shed type and Dome type

• Pyramid type and Conical type

What is a common rafter?

• Extended at right angles from the plate

• Laid diagonally from the corner

• Placed diagonally at the intersection

• Placed on an octagonal shaped plate

What is a truss?

• A built-up frame used on long span roofs

• A type of wall

• A type of flooring

• A type of roof covering

What is a flat roof?

• A roof that is circular

• A roof with no slope

• A roof with multiple slopes

• A roof with a steep incline

What is a mansard roof?

• A roof with two slopes on each side

• A flat roof

• A roof with a single slope

• A roof that is circular

What is the purpose of roof insulation?

• To prevent water leakage

• To regulate temperature and reduce energy costs

• To enhance aesthetic appeal

• To provide structural support