Quiz on Stone and Brick Masonry

What is coursed rubble masonry characterized by?

• Irregular stone shapes

• Stones of equal heights

• Stones of varying heights

• No mortar used

Which type of masonry uses stones as they are available from the quarry?

• Coursed rubble masonry

• Uncoursed rubble masonry

• Random rubble masonry

• Dry rubble masonry

What is the maximum thickness of mortar joints in random rubble masonry?

• 12mm

• 16mm

• 10mm

• 6mm

In which type of masonry is no mortar used?

• Dry rubble masonry

• Uncoursed rubble masonry

• Polygonal rubble masonry

• Coursed rubble masonry

What type of stones are used in flint rubble masonry?

• Marble

• Flint

• Limestone

• Granite

What is the maximum thickness of mortar joints in ashlar fine masonry?

• 3mm

• 6mm

• 10mm

• 12mm

Which type of ashlar masonry has rough faces?

• Ashlar chamfered

• Ashlar rough tooled

• Ashlar fine

• Ashlar rock faced

What is the purpose of a butt joint in stone masonry?

• To prevent lateral movement

• To increase strength

• To connect two stones

• To provide aesthetic appeal

Which joint is used to protect the joint of a cornice?

• Rusticated joint

• Saddled joint

• Plugged joint

• Dowelled joint

What is the main purpose of a dowelled joint?

• To connect two walls

• To provide aesthetic appeal

• To prevent lateral movement

• To strengthen the joint