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WorksheetsRoof Construction
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the first step under the roof structure?
Wall studs
Sill plate
Ceiling joists
Footings
What stops termites from reaching the wood structure?
Termite shield
Sole plate
Anchor bolts
Subfloor
Which roof type is known for its simplicity?
Gable
Mansard
Hip
Flat roof
What is the purpose of the bird's mouth in a roof rafter?
To make the roof waterproof
To increase the roof's height
To provide a bearing point on the top plate
To connect to the ceiling joist
Which roof type has a design that allows for more attic space or a bigger second story?
Hip
Gambrel
Mansard
Flat
What is unique about the Mansard roof compared to the Gambrel roof?
It has no attic space
It is simpler
It offsets all four sides
It has a flat top
What is the common pitch of a sleeper on a flat roof?
Half inch per foot
One inch per foot
Quarter inch per foot
Three-quarters inch per foot
Which roof type is associated with French design and the Palace of Versailles?
Hip
Gambrel
Mansard
Flat
What is the main purpose of a roof?
To shed all the water off
To support the walls
To provide insulation
To add aesthetic value
Which component is fastened down to the foundation with anchor bolts?
Subfloor
Termite shield
Top plate
Sill plate
