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Building Plans - Symbols & Abbreviations

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

We use symbols and abbreviations on building plans .......

a)

because they look pretty on the page.

b)

to show off the designers artistic skills.

c)

to convey information clearly and concisely.

d)

to try and confuse everyone reading the plans.

2.

What does this symbol represent?

a)

Oven

b)

Flower pot

c)

Kitchen sink

d)

Wardobe

3.

What is the purpose of using a legend on a building plan?

a)

To provide a list of symbols and their meanings

b)

To confuse the reader

c)

To increase the size of the plan

d)

To add decorative elements

4.

Why is it important to understand symbols and abbreviations on building plans?

a)

So that the building is built correctly.

b)

To be able to accurately calculate material quantities.

c)

So that you can ask trades for quotes.

d)

All of the above

5.

This is the symbol for a .....

a)

chair

b)

door

c)

coffee table

d)

swing

6.

How can understanding building plan symbols benefit a construction project?

a)

It ensures accurate communication among team members.

b)

It increases the overall cost of the project.

c)

It helps in reducing construction time.

d)

It allows for more creative design options.

7.

Can you draw the symbol for a smoke alarm?

8.

What do these numbers tell us?

a)

The time

b)

The amount of sugar to liquid in the morning coffee

c)

The strength of cement

d)

The scale of the drawing

9.

How does a north arrow assist in reading a building plan?

a)

It is used to measure distances.

b)

It shows the direction of the wind.

c)

It indicates the location of the sun.

d)

It helps in orienting the plan to the actual site.

10.

What does the abbreviation HWS stand for?

a)

Hot washing service

b)

High water sight

c)

Hot water service

d)

Healthy water spot