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Tech Test

Total questions: 19

Worksheet time: 14mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is a truss?

a)
A truss is a decorative element used in architecture.
b)
A truss is a structural framework made of interconnected members that support loads.
c)
A truss is a type of bridge made entirely of wood.
d)
A truss is a type of fabric used in clothing design.
2.

What is a King and Queen post?

a)
A King post is a decorative element in architecture.
b)
A Queen post is a type of crown molding.
c)
A King post is a horizontal beam in a wall.
d)
A King post is a vertical support in a roof truss, and a Queen post is a vertical support that connects to the rafters.
3.

What is a Strut?

a)
A strut is a structural element that provides support and stability by resisting compression.
b)
A strut is a decorative element in architecture.
c)
A strut is a type of fastener used in machinery.
d)
A strut is a type of insulation material.
4.

Tie beams are...

a)
Tie beams are structural elements that connect columns or walls for stability.
b)
Tie beams are only found in residential buildings.
c)
Tie beams are used exclusively for roofing.
d)
Tie beams are decorative elements in architecture.
5.

Rafters are...

a)
Rafters are used for flooring support.
b)
Rafters are components of a wall structure.
c)
Rafters are structural components that support the roof.
d)
Rafters are decorative elements in a building.
6.

Ties are...

a)
a type of accessory for hair styling
b)
a type of fabric used in clothing
c)

horizontal members that connect the ends of the rafters.

d)
a type of neckwear worn as part of formal attire
7.

Girders are also known as...

a)
supports
b)
columns
c)
trusses
d)

i -beams

8.

What are Lintels?

a)
Lintels are types of flooring materials.
b)
Lintels are horizontal supports placed over openings in walls.
c)
Lintels are decorative elements on walls.
d)
Lintels are vertical supports for roofs.
9.

What do Beams and Columns do with regards to bridges?

a)
Beams and columns are only decorative elements in bridge design.
b)
Columns are primarily used to support the weight of the bridge deck.
c)
Beams support horizontal loads and columns support vertical loads in bridges.
d)
Beams are used for vertical support and columns for horizontal support.
10.

Suspension bridges are...

a)
Suspension bridges are built entirely of concrete.
b)
Suspension bridges do not use cables for support.
c)
Suspension bridges are only used for pedestrian walkways.
d)
Suspension bridges are structures that use cables to support the bridge deck.
11.

Cable-Stayed bridges are...

a)
Cable-stayed bridges are built entirely of concrete.
b)
Cable-stayed bridges use only arches for support.
c)
Cable-stayed bridges are designed to be floating structures.
d)
Cable-stayed bridges are supported by cables attached to towers.
12.

Suspension bridges are...

a)
Suspension bridges are only used for pedestrian walkways.
b)
Suspension bridges do not use cables for support.
c)
Suspension bridges are structures that use cables to support the bridge deck.
d)
Suspension bridges are built entirely of concrete.
13.

What do arches in bridges do?

a)
Arches are primarily decorative features.
b)
Arches in bridges help distribute weight and provide structural stability.
c)
Arches in bridges are used to increase the height of the bridge.
d)
Arches are only used in ancient bridge designs.
14.

What is a simple cantilever?

a)
A simple cantilever is a beam that is fixed at both ends.
b)
A simple cantilever is a beam fixed at one end and free at the other.
c)
A simple cantilever is a beam supported at both ends.
d)
A simple cantilever is a beam that can rotate freely at both ends.
15.

what is a cable stayed cantilever?

a)
A cable-stayed cantilever is a type of suspension bridge without cables.
b)
A cable-stayed cantilever is a bridge that only uses arches for support.
c)
A cable-stayed cantilever is a bridge design that relies solely on vertical supports.
d)
A cable-stayed cantilever is a bridge design that uses cables for support while incorporating cantilevered sections.
16.

In force, What is tension?

a)
Tension is the resistance offered by a surface against sliding motion.
b)

Tension is a force that acts to stretch or lengthen a material

c)
Tension is the weight of an object hanging from a fixed point.
d)
Tension is the force that compresses a material when it is pushed.
17.

What is compression?

a)
Compression is the process of increasing data size.
b)

Compression acts to compress or shorten a material

c)
Compression is the duplication of data for backup purposes.
d)
Compression refers to the encryption of data for security.
18.

What is Torsion?

a)
Torsion is the bending of an object under pressure.
b)
Torsion refers to the stretching of a material when pulled.
c)
Torsion is the compression of an object due to weight.
d)

Torsion is a force that acts to twist or rotate a material.

19.

What is Shear?

a)

Shear is a force that acts to slide or deform a material in a parallel direction.

b)
Shear is a method of cutting wood.
c)
Shear is a measurement of temperature.
d)
Shear is a type of material.