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WorksheetsSUNDAY WEEKLY EXAM (22/06/25)
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 2hrs 40mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Calculate the amount of gel water required for 400 kg of cement. Assume gel water = 15% of cement weight.
a)
60 kg
b)
40 kg
c)
80 kg
d)
100 kg
2.
Assertion (A): Using saline water in RCC can cause corrosion.
Reason (R): Chlorides in saline water react with cement to increase strength.
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
3.
Bulking of sand occurs due to:
a)
Presence of fine particles
b)
Absorption of water increasing volume
c)
Reduction in void ratio
d)
Loss of cement content
4.
Obligatory points in highway alignment include:
a)
Only religious places and costly structures
b)
Only points through which road must pass
c)
Points through which road must or must not pass
d)
Only low-lying water bodies
5.
Which component of a steel truss resists tension primarily?
a)
Bottom chord
b)
Top chord
c)
Diagonals
d)
Vertical members
6.
Which process reduces sludge volume significantly?
a)
Sludge digestion
b)
Filtration
c)
Sedimentation
d)
Coagulation
7.
Which pollutant causes blue baby syndrome?
a)
Nitrate
b)
Fluoride
c)
Lead
d)
Iron
8.
Purpose of aeration in water treatment is:
a)
Remove CO₂ and increase DO
b)
Reduce turbidity
c)
Increase BOD
d)
Reduce pH
9.
Which of the following is NOT a primary treatment process?
a)
Biological oxidation
b)
Screening
c)
Grit removal
d)
Sedimentation
10.
Which method is used for measuring air pollutants?
a)
High volume sampler
b)
Jar test
c)
Turbidity meter
d)
pH meter
11.
Settling velocity depends on:
a)
Particle size and fluid viscosity
b)
Tank length
c)
Tank width
d)
Sludge depth
12.
Biological treatment mainly removes:
a)
Dissolved organics
b)
Suspended solids
c)
Toxic metals
d)
Oil and grease
13.
Statement 1: Open channel flow is governed by Froude number.
Statement 2: Pipe flow is governed by Reynolds number.
a)
Both statements are true
b)
Statement 1 is true, Statement 2 is false
c)
Statement 1 is false, Statement 2 is true
d)
Both statements are false
14.
In contouring, which method is more suitable for hilly terrain?
a)
Cross-section method
b)
Tachometric method
c)
Direct method
d)
Square grid method
15.
The process of uniformly distributing water over the entire surface of land is called:
a)
Furrow irrigation
b)
Sprinkler irrigation
c)
Border irrigation
d)
Flood irrigation
16.
Which of the following loads is not considered in the limit state of serviceability?
a)
Live load
b)
Dead load
c)
Wind load
d)
Impact load
17.
Assertion (A): Camber is provided in roads for surface drainage.
Reason (R): Camber helps in lateral retention of rainwater.
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
18.
Which compound is primarily responsible for early strength gain in cement?
a)
Tricalcium aluminate (C3A)
b)
Tricalcium silicate (C3S)
c)
Dicalcium silicate (C2S)
d)
Gypsum
19.
Which of the following is an example of a semi-pervious material?
a)
Gravel
b)
Clay
c)
Silt
d)
Sand
20.
Which is not a function of ballast in railway track?
a)
Holding sleepers in position
b)
Providing elasticity to track
c)
Transferring load to rails
d)
Facilitating drainage
21.
Which of the following is not a classification based on traffic volume?
a)
Very heavy traffic roads
b)
Medium traffic roads
c)
Very light traffic roads
d)
Heavy traffic roads
22.
Which of the following devices is used to measure rail wear?
a)
Rail screw gauge
b)
Rail creep indicator
c)
Track recording car
d)
Track circuit tester
23.
Which of the following are assumptions in the design of singly reinforced rectangular beams?
(i) Plane sections remain plane
(ii) Tensile strength of concrete is ignored
(iii) The bond between concrete and steel is perfect
a)
Only (i) and (ii)
b)
Only (ii) and (iii)
c)
Only (i) and (iii)
d)
All (i), (ii), and (iii)
24.
Which failure theory is most suitable for ductile materials under complex stress?
a)
Maximum shear stress theory
b)
Maximum principal stress theory
c)
Strain energy theory
d)
Distortion energy theory
25.
In RCC design, bond stress is considered under:
a)
Development length
b)
Anchorage length
c)
Effective span
d)
Shear key length
26.
The velocity of flow through a venturimeter is calculated using:
a)
Bernoulli's equation
b)
Continuity equation
c)
Darcy-Weisbach equation
d)
Venturi head formula
27.
The most accurate method for theodolite angle measurement is:
a)
Repetition method
b)
Reiteration method
c)
Transit method
d)
Total station method
28.
In a truss, method of joints involves solving for:
a)
Moments only
b)
Forces at a joint
c)
Forces and moments
d)
Support reactions only
29.
Which of the following is not a method of slope protection?
a)
Turfing
b)
Gabion walls
c)
Revetment
d)
Compaction grouting
30.
Statement 1: Curing prevents cracks in concrete.
Statement 2: Curing maintains required moisture and temperature.
a)
Both statements are true
b)
Statement 1 is true, Statement 2 is false
c)
Statement 1 is false, Statement 2 is true
d)
Both statements are false
31.
The bearing capacity of a soil increases with:
a)
Decrease in cohesion
b)
Decrease in angle of internal friction
c)
Increase in depth of foundation
d)
Increase in water table
32.
Assertion (A): Plate girders are fabricated to carry heavy loads over long spans.
Reason (R): Plate girders are generally used for spans less than 10m.
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
33.
A welded fillet joint has a throat thickness of 5 mm and a length of 100 mm. If the permissible shear stress is 110 N/mm², what is the safe load on the weld?
a)
45 kN
b)
55 kN
c)
65 kN
d)
75 kN
34.
Statement 1: In riveted joints, nominal diameter is the same as gross diameter.
Statement 2: Gross diameter includes clearance and is used in strength calculation.
a)
Both statements are true
b)
Only Statement 1 is true
c)
Only Statement 2 is true
d)
Both statements are false
35.
As per tunnel safety provisions, how many rescue crews are required for ≥25 underground workers?
a)
1 crew of 5 members
b)
2 crews of 5 members each
c)
3 crews of 5 members each
d)
1 crew of 10 members
36.
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of steel structures?
a)
High strength
b)
Ease of dismantling
c)
High fire resistance
d)
Fast erection
37.
If a cold formed steel member has a yield strength of 232 N/mm² and area 500 mm², what is the yield load?
a)
116 kN
b)
100 kN
c)
110 kN
d)
125 kN
38.
Which of the following is a common failure mode in tension members?
a)
Gross section yielding
b)
Crippling
c)
Web buckling
d)
Diagonal shear
39.
If a fillet weld has a length of 80 mm and throat of 6 mm, find its safe load (Permissible shear = 110 N/mm²)
a)
48.5 kN
b)
52.8 kN
c)
60 kN
d)
72 kN
40.
Assertion (A): Tricalcium aluminate in cement produces a high amount of heat during hydration.
Reason (R): Tricalcium aluminate is responsible for progressive strength gain in cement.
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
41.
In a continuous bridge, the negative bending moment develops primarily at:
a)
Mid-span of each span
b)
Abutments only
c)
Supports and piers
d)
Free ends of cantilever arms
42.
A circular pile foundation has a diameter of 0.8 m and transmits a load of 320 kN. What is the gross pressure intensity at the base? (Use π ≈ 3.14)
a)
520 kN/m²
b)
640 kN/m²
c)
600 kN/m²
d)
720 kN/m²
43.
Statement 1: Fineness of cement increases the rate of hydration.
Statement 2: Higher fineness leads to lower early strength of cement.
a)
Both statements are true
b)
Only Statement 1 is true
c)
Only Statement 2 is true
d)
Both statements are false
44.
Assertion (A): Hydrophobic cement contains additives like oxidized petrolatum.
Reason (R): These additives enhance the early strength of cement.
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
45.
Which of the following bridge types develops horizontal thrust that needs to be resisted by abutments?
a)
Girder bridge
b)
Arch bridge
c)
Truss bridge
d)
Suspension bridge
46.
Statement 1: Continuous bridges have lower bending moment than simple bridges.
Statement 2: Negative moments develop at mid-span in continuous bridges.
a)
Both statements are true
b)
Only Statement 1 is true
c)
Only Statement 2 is true
d)
Both statements are false
47.
Which component of a bridge supports the longitudinal girders?
a)
Cross girder
b)
Deck slab
c)
Pier
d)
Parapet wall
48.
Assertion (A): Vicat apparatus is used to determine the fineness of cement.
Reason (R): Fineness of cement is tested using a 90-micron sieve.
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
49.
Match the following types of cement with their characteristics:
A. Quick setting cement
B. Low heat cement
C. White cement
D. Sulphate resistant cement
a)
A - Rapid early set, B - Slow strength gain, C - Aesthetic finish, D - High C3A
b)
A - Slow set, B - High C3A, C - Black in color, D - Acid resistant
c)
A - 5 min set, B - Used in mass concrete, C - Decorative, D - Low C3A
d)
A - Decorative, B - Quick hardening, C - Acid resistant, D - Slow set
50.
Which of the following tests is used to detect the presence of uncombined lime in cement?
a)
Fineness Test
b)
Soundness Test
c)
Consistency Test
d)
Tensile Strength Test
51.
Assertion (A): Steel is more rigid than aluminum.
Reason (R): Rigidity is measured using Poisson's ratio.
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
52.
In a bridge, the end support that also retains earth is called:
a)
Pier
b)
Bearing
c)
Abutment
d)
Girder
53.
Match the AutoCAD commands with their functions:
A. TR
B. MI
C. SC
D. RO
a)
A-Scale, B-Mirror, C-Trim, D-Rotate
b)
A-Trim, B-Mirror, C-Scale, D-Rotate
c)
A-Rotate, B-Scale, C-Mirror, D-Trim
d)
A-Trim, B-Scale, C-Mirror, D-Rotate
54.
Which one of the following AutoCAD keys toggles polar tracking ON/OFF?
a)
F9
b)
F10
c)
F7
d)
F3
55.
The resistance offered by a material to sudden impact loads is known as:
a)
Toughness
b)
Elasticity
c)
Stiffness
d)
Hardness
56.
Which type of bridge is suitable when banks are high and firm, and return walls are needed to retain earth?
a)
Straight wing wall bridge
b)
Splayed wing wall bridge
c)
Return wing wall bridge
d)
Arch bridge
57.
Calculate the heat released (in kJ) by 100 kg of cement with 40% C3S content. (Use heat of hydration for C3S = 500 kJ/kg)
a)
20000 kJ
b)
40000 kJ
c)
50000 kJ
d)
60000 kJ
58.
In AutoCAD, the command used to create concentric circles with inner and outer radii is:
a)
Spline
b)
Polygon
c)
Donut
d)
Ellipse
59.
Match the following:
A. Bowstring bridge
B. Suspension bridge
C. Truss bridge
D. Arch bridge
a)
A-Tied arch, B-Cables & towers, C-Steel triangles, D-Horizontal thrust
b)
A-Slab, B-Piers, C-Cables, D-Tension
c)
A-Deck girder, B-Cantilever, C-Segments, D-Cables
d)
A-Floor slab, B-Beams, C-Wires, D-Girders
60.
Which of the following is not a physical property of engineering materials?
a)
Density
b)
Durability
c)
Porosity
d)
Elasticity
61.
Statement 1: Sulphate resistant cement has high C3A content.
Statement 2: C3A reacts with sulphates causing deterioration.
a)
Both statements are true
b)
Only Statement 1 is true
c)
Only Statement 2 is true
d)
Both statements are false
62.
Assertion (A): IRC recommends grip length for rail bridge foundation as 1/2 of scour depth.
Reason (R): Rail bridges are less affected by scouring than road bridges.
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
63.
The drawing command in AutoCAD to create an endless line in one direction is:
a)
LINE
b)
RAY
c)
XL
d)
PO
64.
Which bridge type allows water to flow over its surface during floods?
a)
Suspension bridge
b)
High level causeway
c)
Arch bridge
d)
Low level causeway
65.
Calculate the net ultimate bearing capacity if qu = 320 kN/m² and overburden = 20 kN/m².
a)
280 kN/m²
b)
300 kN/m²
c)
340 kN/m²
d)
360 kN/m²
66.
In AutoCAD, the shortcut key for executing the OFFSET command is:
a)
OF
b)
OS
c)
O
d)
OP
67.
Match the following cement types with their applications:
A. Low heat cement
B. White cement
C. High alumina cement
D. Pozzolana cement
a)
A-Dams, B-Decorative, C-Chemical works, D-Marine works
b)
A-Marine works, B-Ornamental, C-Pavement, D-Tiling
c)
A-Chemical works, B-Roofing, C-Marine works, D-Underwater works
d)
A-Bridge decks, B-Colored mortar, C-Expansion joints, D-RC roads
68.
Which of the following materials is most malleable?
a)
Lead
b)
Mild Steel
c)
Aluminum
d)
Cast Iron
69.
Which command in AutoCAD is used to repeat the last action?
a)
U
b)
Ctrl + Z
c)
Ctrl + Y
d)
RE
70.
Statement 1: High alumina cement gains strength faster than OPC.
Statement 2: It has good resistance to sulphates and high temperatures.
a)
Both statements are true
b)
Only Statement 1 is true
c)
Only Statement 2 is true
d)
Both statements are false
71.
Assertion (A): Specific gravity of cement is tested using Vicat apparatus.
Reason (R): Vicat apparatus is used to find consistency and setting time.
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
72.
The resistance of material to abrasion or penetration is termed as:
a)
Ductility
b)
Toughness
c)
Hardness
d)
Elasticity
73.
Which of the following soils has the highest compressibility?
a)
Sandy soil
b)
Clayey soil
c)
Gravel
d)
Silt
74.
The Nagpur Road Plan (1943–1963) targeted a road density of:
a)
32 km/100 sq.km
b)
82 km/100 sq.km
c)
16 km/100 sq.km
d)
25 km/100 sq.km
75.
Statement I: Sludge is offensive waste from bathrooms and kitchens.
Statement II: Sludge refers to semi-solid waste from sewage treatment.
a)
Only Statement I is correct
b)
Only Statement II is correct
c)
Both statements are correct
d)
Both statements are incorrect
76.
A fluid has a unit weight of 9810 N/m³ and pressure head of 4 m. Calculate the pressure.
a)
39240 N/m²
b)
2450 N/m²
c)
9810 N/m²
d)
19620 N/m²
77.
Which type of sewer material is best suited for corrosive sewage and provides smooth hydraulic efficiency?
a)
Cast iron
b)
Stoneware
c)
Vitrified clay
d)
Brick
78.
Which population forecasting method assumes constant increase in percentage growth?
a)
Arithmetic increase method
b)
Geometric increase method
c)
Incremental method
d)
Graphical method
79.
Which method is used to estimate runoff from a watershed using rainfall data and runoff coefficient?
a)
Goodrich method
b)
Rational method
c)
SCS Curve Number method
d)
Unit hydrograph method
80.
Which of the following pollutants is responsible for eutrophication in water bodies?
a)
Phosphates
b)
Mercury
c)
Chlorine
d)
Lead
81.
Numerical: Calculate the total demand of a city with average daily demand of 150 LPCD and population of 50,000.
a)
7.5 MLD
b)
5.0 MLD
c)
6.25 MLD
d)
10 MLD
82.
Statement I: Combined sewers carry both sanitary sewage and storm water.
Statement II: They are costlier and may overflow during rains.
a)
Only Statement I is correct
b)
Only Statement II is correct
c)
Both statements are correct
d)
Both statements are incorrect
83.
The method used for estimation when exact dimensions are not known is called:
a)
Detailed Estimate
b)
Preliminary Estimate
c)
Supplementary Estimate
d)
Revised Estimate
84.
Match the following:
A. Bingham Plastic — 1. Oobleck
B. Dilatant — 2. Paint
C. Rheopectic — 3. Toothpaste
D. Thixotropic — 4. Gypsum slurry
a)
A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2
b)
A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4
c)
A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
d)
A-4, B-2, C-3, D-1
85.
The exit gradient in seepage analysis must be less than:
a)
1.0
b)
0.75
c)
Critical hydraulic gradient
d)
Specific gravity
86.
Which of the following instruments is used to measure low pressures with high accuracy in laboratories?
a)
Bourdon gauge
b)
Piezometer
c)
Inclined tube manometer
d)
U-tube manometer
87.
Which soil has the maximum dry density at a given compactive effort?
a)
Clay
b)
Silt
c)
Gravel
d)
Well-graded sand
88.
The amount of water retained in a soil against gravity is called:
a)
Hygroscopic water
b)
Capillary water
c)
Gravitational water
d)
Free water
89.
In a flow net, the discharge is proportional to:
a)
Number of flow channels × Number of equipotential drops
b)
Shape factor × permeability × head loss
c)
Number of equipotential drops only
d)
Flow length only
90.
Which type of turbine is preferred for low head and high discharge conditions?
a)
Pelton
b)
Francis
c)
Kaplan
d)
Impulse
91.
Which test is used to determine the shear strength parameters of cohesive soils?
a)
Standard Penetration Test
b)
Triaxial Test
c)
Plate Load Test
d)
Core Cutter Test
92.
The specific gravity of most soils lies between:
a)
1.0 to 1.5
b)
2.6 to 2.75
c)
2.0 to 3.0
d)
3.5 to 4.5
93.
The minimum width of a village road as per Nagpur Road Plan is:
a)
3.0 m
b)
2.45 m
c)
4.0 m
d)
2.75 m
94.
Which of the following is not a type of sedimentation tank?
a)
Rectangular
b)
Circular
c)
Sloped bottom
d)
Inverted cone
95.
Hydraulic mean depth is defined as:
a)
Area of flow/Depth of water
b)
Wetted perimeter/Area of flow
c)
Area of flow/Wetted perimeter
d)
Wetted perimeter/Top width
96.
Which formula is used to estimate population in cities with industrial growth and saturation?
a)
Arithmetic increase method
b)
Geometric increase method
c)
Incremental increase method
d)
Decreasing rate method
97.
In a pump, the ratio of actual lift to theoretical lift is called:
a)
Velocity ratio
b)
Efficiency
c)
Mechanical advantage
d)
Slip
98.
The permissible limit of fluoride in drinking water as per BIS is:
a)
0.5 mg/L
b)
1.0 mg/L
c)
1.5 mg/L
d)
2.0 mg/L
99.
The drainage system that carries only rainwater is called:
a)
Sanitary sewer
b)
Combined sewer
c)
Storm sewer
d)
Trunk sewer
100.
In a contract, the amount retained by the client until satisfactory completion of work is called:
a)
Security deposit
b)
Mobilization advance
c)
Contingency
d)
Earnest money
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