WorksheetsQuick Revision Cram 2
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Which of the following is an example of a high-rise building?
a)
A single-storey bungalow
b)
A two-storey semi-detached house
c)
A terraced house
d)
A 12-storey apartment block
2.
What is the main reason for constructing low-rise apartments?
a)
To reduce insulation requirements
b)
To avoid planning permission
c)
To increase land costs
d)
To provide housing without exceeding three storeys
3.
Which of these is a typical feature of commercial properties?
a)
Load-bearing walls throughout
b)
Designed for agricultural storage
c)
Includes classrooms and sports halls
d)
Provides spaces for retail and offices
4.
Which type of building would most likely include a glass curtain wall system?
a)
Detached bungalow
b)
Timber-framed cottage
c)
Agricultural barn
d)
Multi-storey office block
5.
Which RIBA stage involves preparing outline drawings and concept design?
a)
Technical Design
b)
Strategic Definition
c)
Construction
d)
Concept Design
6.
At which RIBA stage is the financial limit for a project usually decided?
a)
Developed Design
b)
Technical Design
c)
Construction
d)
Strategic Definition
7.
Which structural form is most suitable for a large sports hall?
a)
Cellular structure
b)
Timber stud partition
c)
Solid masonry walls
d)
Steel portal frame
8.
What is the main disadvantage of steel portal frames?
a)
They are slow to erect
b)
They cannot be prefabricated
c)
They are highly resistant to fire
d)
They lose strength when exposed to high heat
9.
Which joint is commonly used at the knee of a portal frame?
a)
Mortise and tenon
b)
Lap joint
c)
Dovetail joint
d)
Knee joint with gusset plates
10.
Which method of timber framing uses two-storey wall sections?
a)
Platform frame
b)
Post-and-beam frame
c)
Steel frame
d)
Balloon frame
11.
What is the typical spacing of timber studs in a platform frame wall?
a)
200 mm
b)
300 mm
c)
800 mm
d)
400 mm or 600 mm
12.
Which of these is NOT an advantage of timber framed construction?
a)
Rapid completion on site
b)
Easy to incorporate insulation
c)
Reduced risk of fire
d)
Flexible design options
13.
Which component in a rectangular framed structure resists horizontal wind loads?
a)
Beam
b)
Column
c)
Purlin
d)
Diagonal bracing
14.
Which of these buildings would most likely use a rectangular steel frame?
a)
Detached bungalow
b)
Small timber shed
c)
Single-storey garage
d)
Multi-storey office block
15.
What is the main function of a ridge board in a cut roof?
a)
To support ceiling joists
b)
To act as a damp-proof course
c)
To provide insulation
d)
To connect rafters at the apex
16.
Which material is commonly used for wall ties in cavity wall construction?
a)
Mild steel
b)
Copper
c)
Aluminium
d)
Stainless steel
17.
Which of the following is a primary function of internal walls in a cellular structure?
a)
To provide external weather protection
b)
To support roof coverings only
c)
To act as a damp-proof course
d)
To divide spaces and sometimes carry loads
18.
Which of these is a key feature of a portal frame building?
a)
Requires many intermediate columns
b)
Cannot be prefabricated
c)
Uses solid masonry walls for stability
d)
Provides large clear spans without internal supports
19.
Which of the following is a common use for laminated timber portal frames?
a)
Small domestic kitchens
b)
Multi-storey apartment blocks
c)
Single-storey garages
d)
Large-span industrial or commercial buildings
20.
What is the main purpose of a Bill of Quantities in construction?
a)
To provide planning permission
b)
To outline health and safety procedures
c)
To show architectural elevations
d)
To list all materials and quantities required for the project
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