Solid walls-Construction

What is the purpose of a datum peg in solid walling?

• To support the wall
• To ensure alignment
• To mark the reference level
• To secure bricks in place

Which foundation is most suitable for poor load-bearing soil?

• Strip foundation
• Pad foundation
• Raft foundation
• Piled foundation

What is a Queen Closer used for?

• Strengthening the foundation
• Ensuring proper bond at corners
• Supporting isolated piers
• Reducing water absorption

What tool is recommended for cutting a Queen Closer?

• Brick hammer
• Spirit level
• Stihl saw
• Trowel

Which bond increases the number of stretchers between headers?

• English bond
• Flemish bond
• Garden Wall bond
• Quarter bond

Which type of joint finish is designed to shed water?

• Bucket handle
• Flush
• Weather struck
• Recessed

What is the main purpose of an isolated pier?

• To support a gate or entrance
• To reinforce a wall
• To improve aesthetics
• To create an expansion joint

What should be used to transfer the brickwork line from a ranging line?

• Datum peg
• Wooden profiles and spirit level
• String line and tape measure
• Leveling rod

What is the purpose of a strip foundation?

• To spread loads over a wide area
• To support small domestic dwellings
• To provide reinforcement for high-rise buildings
• To absorb shock loads

What is a common thickness for a solid one-brick wall?

• Half a brick
• One brick
• Two bricks
• Three bricks