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WorksheetsDIPLOMA LEVEL EXAM 7 JUNE
Total questions: 130
Worksheet time: 2hrs 10mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
What is the typical minimum thickness of DPC (Damp Proof Course) in residential buildings?
a)
10 mm
b)
15 mm
c)
20 mm
d)
25 mm
2.
Which bond is commonly used for constructing brick walls in residential buildings?
a)
English bond
b)
Flemish bond
c)
Rat trap bond
d)
Header bond
3.
The lap length in tension for bars of diameter more than 36 mm should be:
a)
24 times dia
b)
30 times dia
c)
36 times dia
d)
Avoid lapping
4.
The recommended slump for concrete used in beams and slabs is:
a)
25-50 mm
b)
75-100 mm
c)
50-75 mm
d)
100-125 mm
5.
Which IS code gives recommendations for general construction in masonry?
a)
IS 456
b)
IS 383
c)
IS 1905
d)
IS 800
6.
The most suitable paint for metal surface exposed to weather is:
a)
Distemper
b)
Plastic paint
c)
Emulsion paint
d)
Enamel paint
7.
What is the purpose of providing chajja in buildings?
a)
Aesthetic look
b)
Rainwater drainage
c)
Sunshade protection
d)
All of these
8.
Which floor finish is most durable and resistant to wear?
a)
PVC flooring
b)
Terrazzo flooring
c)
Brick flooring
d)
Wooden flooring
9.
Assertion (A): Pile foundations are used where the bearing capacity of soil is very low.
Reason (R): Piles transfer the load through weak soil to stronger strata.
a)
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b)
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c)
A is true but R is false
d)
A is false but R is true
10.
Assertion (A): Lime is preferred for finishing coat of plastering.
Reason (R): Lime offers good adhesion and plasticity.
a)
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b)
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c)
A is true but R is false
d)
A is false but R is true
11.
Calculate the exact number of bricks required for a 3m × 2m × 0.23m wall. Standard brick size is 200mm × 100mm × 100mm (including mortar).
a)
670
b)
690
c)
720
d)
750
12.
How many bags of cement are required for 10 m³ of concrete in a 1:2:4 mix? (1 bag = 0.035 m³)
a)
60
b)
63
c)
65
d)
70
13.
The minimum slope for a flat roof for effective drainage is:
a)
1 in 40
b)
1 in 60
c)
1 in 20
d)
1 in 100
14.
What is the maximum moisture content allowed for bricks at the time of laying?
a)
5%
b)
10%
c)
15%
d)
20%
15.
In a cavity wall construction, why is the inner leaf made thicker than the outer leaf in structural buildings?
a)
To reduce overall wall thickness
b)
To support floor loads and structural stability
c)
To enhance aesthetic appearance
d)
To improve water resistance of outer wall
16.
In formwork construction, what is the primary purpose of providing camber?
a)
To ease removal of formwork
b)
To improve appearance
c)
To counter deflection
d)
To control shrinkage
17.
Which of the following principles in building planning relates to room arrangement for privacy and ventilation?
a)
Aspect
b)
Prospect
c)
Privacy
d)
Grouping
18.
According to building planning, what is the optimum breadth to length ratio for a room to avoid a tunnel-like effect?
a)
1:1
b)
1:1.5
c)
1:2
d)
1:3
19.
Which type of circulation refers to movement within a single floor of a building?
a)
Horizontal circulation
b)
Vertical circulation
c)
Diagonal circulation
d)
Peripheral circulation
20.
Planning a dining room next to a kitchen is an example of which principle?
a)
Roominess
b)
Grouping
c)
Aspect
d)
Circulation
21.
Which of the following is not a factor considered under sanitation in building planning?
a)
Lighting
b)
Ventilation
c)
Privacy
d)
Cleanliness
22.
Match the following rooms with their preferred orientations.
a)
Bedroom – NW, Kitchen – E, Store – N
b)
Bedroom – E, Kitchen – NW, Store – SW
c)
Bedroom – N, Kitchen – S, Store – SE
d)
Bedroom – S, Kitchen – W, Store – E
23.
Statement: In planning, economy should never compromise strength of the structure.
Reason: Weak planning often leads to increased cost in repairs.
a)
Both Statement and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation.
b)
Both are true but not related.
c)
Statement is true, Reason is false.
d)
Statement is false, Reason is true.
24.
What is the minimum air changes per hour recommended for a kitchen in residential planning?
a)
3
b)
4
c)
6
d)
12
25.
Which planning element is concerned with making outer view aesthetically appealing?
a)
Aspect
b)
Circulation
c)
Prospect
d)
Elegance
26.
What is the permissible covered area for a plot of 180 sq.m according to the classification?
a)
33%
b)
40%
c)
50%
d)
60%
27.
Which document shows the layout of roads, services, and access for development?
a)
Site Plan
b)
Key Plan
c)
Layout Plan
d)
Service Plan
28.
Which factor improves flexibility in residential building planning?
a)
More balconies
b)
Compact rooms
c)
Independent access to bathrooms
d)
Extra staircases
29.
A simply supported RCC beam has a clear span of 5 m. Calculate the minimum effective depth required as per IS 456.
a)
200 mm
b)
250 mm
c)
300 mm
d)
400 mm
30.
In a two-way slab, the torsion reinforcement at a corner discontinuous on both sides extends a minimum distance of:
a)
0.3L
b)
1.5 times longer span
c)
One-fifth of shorter span
d)
0.25L
31.
Side face reinforcement in beams is required when web depth exceeds:
a)
450 mm
b)
500 mm
c)
750 mm
d)
1000 mm
32.
What is the maximum spacing of longitudinal bars along the periphery of a circular RCC column?
a)
100 mm
b)
250 mm
c)
300 mm
d)
350 mm
33.
Due to helical reinforcement, the axial load carrying capacity of a column increases by:
a)
10%
b)
15%
c)
5%
d)
20%
34.
Match the following beam types with their corresponding characteristics: A. Simply Supported Beam B. Fixed Beam C. Cantilever D. Continuous Beam
1.span/20
2.prevent rotation and translation
3.maximum moment at fixed end
4.over multiple supports
a)
A-1,B-2,C-3,D-4
b)
A-1, B-3,C-2,D-4
c)
A-2, B-1,C-4,D-3
d)
A-4,B-3,C-1,D-2
35.
Which of the following is NOT a type of flat slab?
a)
Flat slab with column heads
b)
Flat slab with drop panels
c)
Flat slab with ribbed beams
d)
Flat slab with both drop panel and column head
36.
Which of the following statements are TRUE regarding RCC beams?
a)
Minimum tensile reinforcement is 0.3% for plain mild steel bars
b)
Side face reinforcement is required if depth > 750 mm
c)
Minimum bar diameter is 10 mm
d)
All of the above
37.
Maximum spacing for vertical stirrups as per IS 456-2000 is:
a)
d or 450 mm
b)
0.75d or 450 mm
c)
0.75d or 300 mm
d)
d or 300 mm
38.
In a two-way slab, reinforcement provided at midspan must extend beyond middle strip up to:
a)
0.3L from any edge
b)
0.15L from discontinuous edge and 0.25L from continuous edge
c)
0.2L from all edges
d)
0.1L from support
39.
Which sewer section is preferred in combined sewers to maintain high velocity during low flow?
a)
Circular
b)
Egg-shaped
c)
Rectangular
d)
Parabolic
40.
Which pipe joint is most suitable where differential settlement is expected?
a)
Flanged Joint
b)
Expansion Joint
c)
Flexible Joint
d)
Screwed Joint
41.
Which component is used at the junction of house sewer and municipal sewer to prevent entry of foul gases?
a)
Bottle trap
b)
Gully trap
c)
Intercepting trap
d)
Floor trap
42.
Which of the following traps is used specifically below a wash basin?
a)
Bottle trap
b)
Q trap
c)
S trap
d)
Intercepting trap
43.
In water supply, which device prevents backflow contamination?
a)
Backwater valve
b)
Air gap
c)
Reflux valve
d)
All of these
44.
In sanitary fittings, which type of urinal is most suited for public places?
a)
Slab and stall type
b)
Squatting plate
c)
Bowl type
d)
Angled
45.
Which sanitary system is the most hygienic and preferred in modern cities?
a)
Dry system
b)
Conservancy system
c)
Water carriage system
d)
None
46.
Minimum depth of water seal in a good trap is usually:
a)
10 mm
b)
20 mm
c)
50 mm
d)
75 mm
47.
Which sewer appurtenance helps detect blockages using a lamp?
a)
Drop manhole
b)
Lamp hole
c)
Flushing tank
d)
Clean out
48.
In household plumbing, a single stack system is suitable for:
a)
All multistorey buildings
b)
2-floor buildings only
c)
Ground + 4 floors
d)
Only commercial buildings
49.
What is the main reason upper yield point is observed only in mild steel and not in hot-rolled or high-grade steels?
a)
Due to strain hardening
b)
Due to impurities
c)
Because of dislocation pinning
d)
It is an artifact of testing
50.
According to IS 800:2007, what is the minimum thickness of steel sections exposed to weather but inaccessible for painting?
a)
6 mm
b)
5 mm
c)
8 mm
d)
10 mm
51.
Which IS code specifies hot-rolled low, medium and high tensile structural steel used in fusion weld quality applications?
a)
IS 2062
b)
IS 800
c)
IS 226
d)
IS 961
52.
What is the value of allowable tensile stress for structural steel used in service load condition as per working stress method?
a)
0.6 fy
b)
0.45 fy
c)
0.66 fy
d)
0.80 fy
53.
For a limit state design, if characteristic load = 120 kN and partial safety factor γf = 1.5, what is the design load?
a)
180 kN
b)
160 kN
c)
150 kN
d)
200 kN
54.
Which type of sleeper is best suited for track circuiting due to its insulating properties?
a)
Steel sleeper
b)
Cast iron sleeper
c)
Concrete sleeper
d)
Timber sleeper
55.
In Roman roads, the total depth provided ranged between:
a)
300–600 mm
b)
750-1200mm
c)
400–900 mm
d)
1000–1500 mm
56.
Assertion (A): Fish plates are used to connect two rails in vertical and horizontal planes.
Reason (R): Fish plates are made of wood to allow expansion.
Choose the correct option.
a)
A is true, R is true, R is the correct explanation
b)
A is true, R is true, R is not the correct explanation
c)
A is true, R is false
d)
A is false, R is true
57.
What is the maximum super elevation permitted for Broad Gauge in Indian Railways?
a)
5.1 cm
b)
7.6 cm
c)
10.5 cm
d)
16.7 cm
58.
Match the following types of ballast with their common use:
A. Sand Ballast
B. Broken Stone
C. Gravel
D. Moorum
a)
A-Noise reduction, B-High speed routes, C-Rounded stones, D-New track
b)
A-New track, B-Noise reduction, C-High speed, D-Rounded
c)
A-High speed, B-Rounded, C-New track, D-Noise
d)
A-Rounded, B-New track, C-Noise, D-High speed
59.
Which type of bridge can move or open to allow ship passage?
a)
Fixed span bridge
b)
Arch bridge
c)
Movable span bridge
d)
Truss bridge
60.
Creep in rails is caused primarily due to:
a)
Vertical settlement
b)
Bending stress
c)
Wave action and percussion
d)
Rail corrosion
61.
Which sleeper has the highest scrap value and longest lifespan among the listed options?
a)
Timber sleeper
b)
Cast iron sleeper
c)
Steel sleeper
d)
RCC sleeper
62.
Assertion (A): A viaduct is a type of bridge with a series of arches.
Reason (R): Viaducts are provided in deep valleys.
a)
A is true, R is true, R is the correct explanation
b)
A is true, R is true, R is not the correct explanation
c)
A is true, R is false
d)
A is false, R is true
63.
Calculate the target road length under Bombay Road Plan (32 km per 100 km²) for an area of 1800 km².
a)
576 km
b)
512 km
c)
480 km
d)
600 km
64.
Which rail defect occurs when cracks form on the side of the rail web?
a)
Split head
b)
Horizontal crack
c)
Square break
d)
Wheel burn
65.
Which sleeper type is commonly used in modern Indian railway tracks?
a)
CST-9 sleeper
b)
Timber sleeper
c)
Steel sleeper
d)
Pre-stressed concrete sleeper
66.
What is the function of a ‘Check Rail’ in crossings?
a)
To carry load
b)
To connect rails
c)
To prevent lateral movement of wheels
d)
To support sleepers
67.
Which bridge component allows angular movement of the superstructure at piers and abutments?
a)
Abutments
b)
Cross Girders
c)
Bearings
d)
Wing Walls
68.
What is the unit of duty in direct irrigation (flow duty)?
a)
hectares/million cubic metre
b)
hectares/cumec
c)
cumec/hectares
d)
cumec/day
69.
Assertion (A): Borrow pits should not be continuous along the canal alignment.
Reason (R): Continuous borrow pits may weaken canal banks.
a)
Both A and R are true and R is correct explanation
b)
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation
c)
A is true, R is false
d)
A is false, R is true
70.
Which of the following canals carry water but do not directly irrigate fields?
a)
Main Canal
b)
Branch Canal
c)
Feeder Canal
d)
Minor Distributary
71.
Which theory introduced the concept of semi-elliptical cross section for regime channels?
a)
Kennedy’s theory
b)
Lacey’s theory
c)
Darcy's law
d)
Manning's formula
72.
The side slope of dowla or dowel in a canal cross-section is:
a)
1V : 1H
b)
1H : 2V
c)
1V : 0.5H
d)
0.5H : 1V
73.
Which of the following is not a hard surface type canal lining?
a)
Asphaltic lining
b)
Brick lining
c)
Cement concrete lining
d)
Clay puddle
74.
The most efficient and durable canal lining material is:
a)
Brick
b)
Asphaltic
c)
Cement concrete
d)
Clay puddle
75.
A canal carries discharge of 2500 cumecs. What is the wetted perimeter (P)
a)
245.5 m
b)
225.5 m
c)
237.5 m
d)
212.5 m
76.
What is the function of bed bars in an unlined canal?
a)
Guide the water
b)
Support embankments
c)
Reference bed level
d)
Prevent seepage
77.
Calculate the duty (ha/cumec) if total depth of water = 105 cm, rainfall during base period = 15 cm, and base period = 90 days.
a)
900 ha/cumec
b)
720 ha/cumec
c)
864 ha/cumec
d)
1000 ha/cumec
78.
Which of the following alignment types is most economical and allows irrigation on both sides of canal?
a)
Contour canal
b)
Ridge canal
c)
Side slope canal
d)
Feeder canal
79.
Assertion (A): Capitalized value of a property is the product of its net income and year’s purchase. Reason (R): Year’s purchase indicates the number of years the investment will yield returns. Choose the correct option.
a)
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b)
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c)
A is true but R is false
d)
A is false but R is true
80.
Assertion (A): In the sinking fund method of depreciation, the fund accumulates annually with compound interest. Reason (R): Depreciation is calculated by deducting a fixed amount from capital cost every year. Choose the correct option.
a)
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b)
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c)
A is true but R is false
d)
A is false but R is true
81.
Match the following based on life expectancy:
A. Rolled steel joist
B. Sal wood doors
C. Cement concrete floor
D. Allahabad lock tiling
a)
A-75 yrs, B-30 yrs, C-50 yrs, D-25 yrs
b)
A-50 yrs, B-25 yrs, C-30 yrs, D-75 yrs
c)
A-100 yrs, B-30 yrs, C-75 yrs, D-20 yrs
d)
A-80 yrs, B-20 yrs, C-40 yrs, D-60 yrs
82.
A building has a capital cost of ₹50,000 with a scrap value of ₹5,000 and a life of 45 years. Calculate the annual depreciation using straight line method.
a)
₹900
b)
₹1,000
c)
₹1,200
d)
₹1,111
83.
Which among the following is **not** a part of outgoings while calculating net income in valuation?
a)
Sinking fund
b)
Loss of rent
c)
Capitalized value
d)
Municipal taxes
84.
Which of the following depreciation methods is most accurate for buildings with irregular deterioration patterns?
a)
Straight line method
b)
Sinking fund method
c)
Constant percentage method
d)
Quantity survey method
85.
Which of the following is measured in cubic meters (cu. m)?
a)
Painting of walls
b)
Soling for flooring
c)
R.C.C. footing
d)
Distempering of walls
86.
Which principle does the plane table survey primarily follow?
a)
Triangulation
b)
Traversing
c)
Parallelism
d)
Intersection
87.
Which accessory is used for centering in plane table surveying?
a)
Spirit level
b)
Alidade
c)
U-frame with bob
d)
Trough compass
88.
Which type of bearing is measured clockwise from the north?
a)
Reduced Bearing
b)
Whole Circle Bearing
c)
Magnetic Bearing
d)
True Bearing
89.
In leveling, the line joining cross hairs and the optical center is known as:
a)
Axis of telescope
b)
Line of collimation
c)
Plumb line
d)
Bubble axis
90.
Which method of contouring is the fastest but least accurate?
a)
Radial method
b)
By estimation
c)
Tacheometric method
d)
By cross-section
91.
Which method is used in plane table survey to plot inaccessible objects?
a)
Radiation
b)
Intersection
c)
Traversing
d)
Resection
92.
Which compass uses a graduated ring fixed to the box and not inverted readings?
a)
Surveyor’s compass
b)
Prismatic compass
c)
Plane table compass
d)
Telescopic compass
93.
What is the standard contour interval for building site design?
a)
5 m
b)
0.5 m
c)
2 m
d)
10 m
94.
Which instrument is used for orientation in plane table survey?
a)
Telescopic alidade
b)
Prismatic compass
c)
Spirit level
d)
Trough compass
95.
Statement 1: Prismatic compass readings are inverted.
Statement 2: Surveyor’s compass readings are direct.
a)
Both statements are true
b)
Both statements are false
c)
Only Statement 1 is true
d)
Only Statement 2 is true
96.
Statement 1: Contour lines never cross each other.
Statement 2: They may intersect at overhanging cliffs.
a)
Only Statement 1 is true
b)
Only Statement 2 is true
c)
Both statements are true
d)
Both statements are false
97.
If a traverse line is 100 m long and has a bearing of 210°, what is the departure of this line?
a)
+50.0 m
b)
-86.60 m
c)
+86.60 m
d)
-50.0 m
98.
Which method in leveling is used to measure elevation differences by measuring vertical angles and horizontal distances?
a)
Fly leveling
b)
Trigonometric leveling
c)
Barometric leveling
d)
Reciprocal leveling
99.
Which leveling method is preferred to connect a far-off benchmark to the starting point of a project?
a)
Differential leveling
b)
Fly leveling
c)
Check leveling
d)
Cross-sectional leveling
100.
A projectile is launched with an initial velocity of 20 m/s at 30°. What is its range? (g = 10 m/s²)
a)
34.6 m
b)
40 m
c)
20 m
d)
70 m
101.
A body moving in a circle with constant speed has:
a)
Uniform velocity
b)
No acceleration
c)
Radial acceleration
d)
Constant acceleration
102.
A body of mass 10 kg is dropped from a height of 20 m. What is its velocity just before hitting ground? (g = 9.8 m/s²)
a)
10 m/s
b)
14 m/s
c)
19.8 m/s
d)
20 m/s
103.
What is the work done when a force of 100 N is applied at an angle of 60° to the direction of displacement for 10 m?
a)
1000 J
b)
500 J
c)
866 J
d)
200 J
104.
Which of the following is dimensionally correct for energy?
a)
ML²T⁻²
b)
MLT⁻²
c)
MLT⁻¹
d)
M²L²T⁻²
105.
In a perfectly inelastic collision:
a)
Kinetic energy is conserved
b)
Momentum is not conserved
c)
Objects stick together
d)
Both momentum and KE are conserved
106.
The mechanical advantage of an inclined plane increases when:
a)
Slope is increased
b)
Slope is reduced
c)
Friction is increased
d)
Load is increased
107.
A force acts on a body for 5 seconds and changes its velocity from 2 m/s to 12 m/s. If mass is 4 kg, calculate impulse.
a)
20 Ns
b)
40 Ns
c)
60 Ns
d)
80 Ns
108.
A rigid body is rotating with angular velocity ω. Its angular momentum is:
a)
Iω²
b)
½Iω²
c)
Iω
d)
I/ω
109.
A screw jack has a velocity ratio of 50 and efficiency of 40%. What is the mechanical advantage?
a)
20
b)
25
c)
30
d)
40
110.
Statement 1: Moment of a couple is independent of the point of reference.
Statement 2: Couple causes rotation without translation.
a)
Both statements are true
b)
Only Statement 1 is true
c)
Only Statement 2 is true
d)
Both statements are false
111.
Which type of lime is suitable for underwater constructions due to its hydraulic properties?
a)
Fat lime
b)
Quick lime
c)
Hydraulic lime
d)
Poor lime
112.
Which IS code specifies methods for testing building limes?
a)
IS 6932
b)
IS 4031
c)
IS 456
d)
IS 10262
113.
What is the purpose of using surkhi in lime mortar?
a)
To reduce setting time
b)
To make the mix plastic
c)
To increase weight
d)
To improve water resistance
114.
Why is rapid hardening cement not preferred for mass concreting?
a)
Low strength
b)
Excessive heat of hydration
c)
Expensive
d)
Delays initial setting
115.
How does the fineness of cement influence its strength gain?
a)
Increases workability
b)
Delays setting
c)
Improves early strength
d)
Reduces durability
116.
Which test determines the cohesive strength of fresh concrete?
a)
Vee-Bee test
b)
Compaction factor test
c)
Flow test
d)
Slump test
117.
Which defect in timber is caused due to fungal attack?
a)
Burls
b)
Checks
c)
Dry rot
d)
Twist
118.
What is the primary function of a door sill?
a)
Ventilation
b)
Prevent water ingress
c)
Structural strength
d)
Fix lock mechanisms
119.
Bitumen is preferred over tar for road works due to:
a)
Higher viscosity
b)
Lower temperature application
c)
Less temperature susceptibility
d)
More availability
120.
Which metal is commonly used for non-corrosive water supply pipes?
a)
Cast iron
b)
Copper
c)
Aluminium
d)
Lead
121.
Which property of a good paint ensures resistance to sunlight and atmospheric conditions?
a)
Plasticity
b)
Volatility
c)
Opacity
d)
Durability
122.
Which defect in painting occurs due to moisture in the surface?
a)
Fading
b)
Flaking
c)
Blistering
d)
Sagging
123.
Adhesives are used in modern construction for which primary reason?
a)
Aesthetic enhancement
b)
Reducing labour
c)
Joining dissimilar materials
d)
Heat insulation
124.
The soundness of aggregate is tested using which chemical agents?
a)
Sodium sulfate or magnesium sulfate
b)
Acid and alkali
c)
Bitumen
d)
Gypsum
125.
Which timber seasoning method involves steaming the logs?
a)
Natural seasoning
b)
Boiling
c)
Kiln seasoning
d)
Chemical seasoning
126.
Assertion (A): Poor lime is not used in structural masonry.
Reason (R): It contains excessive clay content and lacks binding strength.
a)
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation
b)
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation
c)
A is true but R is false
d)
A is false but R is true
127.
Assertion (A): Aluminum is widely used in window frames.
Reason (R): It is corrosion-prone in outdoor conditions.
a)
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation
b)
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation
c)
A is true but R is false
d)
A is false but R is true
128.
Match the following:
A. Linseed oil – 1. Base for paints
B. Bitumen – 2. Flexible pavement
C. Pigments – 3. Color in paints
D. Varnish – 4. Protective finish
a)
A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4
b)
A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3
c)
A-3, B-4, C-2, D-1
d)
A-4, B-3, C-1, D-2
129.
The IS code for sampling and testing of mineral admixtures in concrete is:
a)
IS 9103
b)
IS 3812
c)
IS 456
d)
IS 4031
130.
Which finishing material provides a glossy, water-resistant surface to interior walls?
a)
Whitewash
b)
Distemper
c)
Oil paint
d)
Cement paint
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