Question 1

. Partially ventilated single stack system is the modified form of __________
A)single stack system and two-pipe system
B)single stack system and one pipe system
C)one pipe system and two-pipe system
D)two pipe system

Accepted Answer

The partially ventilated single stack system is a modified form of the single stack system and one pipe system, combining aspects of both to improve efficiency and reduce the risk of negative pressures and siphonage.

Question 2

In the two-pipe system for the drainage of buildings, the discharge from the waste pipe is disconnected from the drain by using __________
A)gully trap
B)silt trap
C)floor trap
D)grease trap

Accepted Answer

A gully trap is used in a two-pipe system for the drainage of buildings to disconnect the discharge from the waste pipe from the drain, preventing foul gases from entering the building.

Question 3

Septic action is produced by the septic tank by __________
A)fungi
B)virus
C)termites
D)anaerobic bacteria

Accepted Answer

Septic tanks rely on anaerobic bacteria to break down and decompose the waste material, producing septic action.

Question 4

The length of the bathtubs generally varies from ___________
A)1.7-1.85 m
B)2.5-3.2 m
C)3.6-4.7 m
D)4.8-5.2 m

Accepted Answer

The typical length of bathtubs ranges from 1.7 to 1.85 meters, accommodating the average human height comfortably for bathing.

Question 5

The pedestal type European water closet is also known as ________
A)commode
B)corundum
C)luminite
D)limonite

Accepted Answer

The pedestal type European water closet is commonly referred to as a commode.

Question 6

Which of the following is not a classification of traps based on their shape?
A)p-trap
B)q-trap
C)s-trap
D)w-trap

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is not a...

Question 7

________ consists of a group of member which form a support for a door or window.
A)sill
B)head
C)style
D)frame

Accepted Answer

A frame is the correct term for a group of members that form the support for a door or window, providing structural integrity and a place to mount the door or window.

Question 8

_________ is the top most horizontal member of the shutter.
A)head
B)bottom rail
C)top rail
D)style

Accepted Answer

The top rail is the topmost horizontal member of the shutter.

Question 9

__________ is the middle horizontal member of the shutter where the locking arrangement is provided.
A)lock rail
B)cross rail
C)top rail
D)bottom rail

Accepted Answer

The lock rail is the middle horizontal member of the shutter where the locking arrangement is provided, distinguishing it from the top, bottom, and cross rails which serve different structural purposes.

Question 10

he top or uppermost horizontal part of a frame is known as the _______
A)panel
B)hold fast
C)horn
D)head

Accepted Answer

The top or uppermost horizontal part of a frame is known as the head. This term is commonly used in carpentry and construction to refer to the top part of various types of frames, including door frames and window frames.

Question 11

________ is the area of shutter enclosed between the adjacent rails.
A)sash
B)jamb
C)holdfast
D)panel

Accepted Answer

The area of a shutter enclosed between the adjacent rails is referred to as a panel. This term is commonly used in the context of door and window construction, where panels are the flat components that fill the frame created by the rails and stiles.

Question 12

The entire assembly of styles, panels and rails is known as the __________
A)putty
B)horn
C)sash
D)shutter

Accepted Answer

The answer of The entire assembly of styles, panels and...

Question 13

_________ is a vertical member which is employed to subdivided a window or door opening vertically.
A)transom
B)jamb
C)mullion
D)rebate

Accepted Answer

Mullions are the vertical bars or elements that divide sections of a window or door to provide structural support and aesthetic design. They are commonly used in windows with multiple panes.

Question 14

____________ is a piece of timber which is fixed in an inclined position within a frame.
A)jamb
B)reveal
C)rebate
D)louver

Accepted Answer

A louver is a piece of timber or other material that is fixed in an inclined position within a frame, typically used for ventilation or light control.

Question 15

__________ is a mixture of a linseed oil and whiting Chalk.
A)putty
B)pop
C)concrete
D)jamb

Accepted Answer

Putty is a mixture of a linseed oil and whiting (Chalk), commonly used as a glazing compound or for filling holes and minor imperfections in wood.

Question 16

_________ is a strip of wood, usually moulded or Splayed, which is fixed on the sides and head of opening.
A)style
B)architrave
C)architect
D)head

Accepted Answer

An architrave is a strip of wood (or other material) that is placed around the top and sides of a door or window frame, providing a decorative and functional finish. It is often moulded or splayed to add architectural detail.

Question 17

The representative figure below shows the mechanism of a _________ door.
A)rotating
B)swing
C)spinning
D)sliding

Accepted Answer

The answer of The representative figure below shows the mechanism...

Question 18

A bay window is a multi-panel window, which:
A)is provided at corners
B)runs parallel to the wall
C)embeds inside wall
D)projects outside wall

Accepted Answer

Bay windows project outward from the wall, creating a bay or alcove in the room. This architectural feature is designed to increase the flow of natural light into a building and provide views of the outside that would be unavailable with a flat window.

Question 19

A roof lantern is also called:
A)skylight
B)cupola
C)celestory
D)oriel

Accepted Answer

The answer of A roof lantern is also called:
A)skylight
B)cupola
C)celestory
D)oriel...

Quiz 2: Building and Window Terminology

. Partially ventilated single stack system is the modified form of __________

In the two-pipe system for the drainage of buildings, the discharge from the waste pipe is disconnected from the drain by using __________

Septic action is produced by the septic tank by __________

The length of the bathtubs generally varies from ___________

The pedestal type European water closet is also known as ________

Which of the following is not a classification of traps based on their shape?

________ consists of a group of member which form a support for a door or window.

_________ is the top most horizontal member of the shutter.

__________ is the middle horizontal member of the shutter where the locking arrangement is provided.

he top or uppermost horizontal part of a frame is known as the _______

________ is the area of shutter enclosed between the adjacent rails.

The entire assembly of styles, panels and rails is known as the __________

_________ is a vertical member which is employed to subdivided a window or door opening vertically.

____________ is a piece of timber which is fixed in an inclined position within a frame.

__________ is a mixture of a linseed oil and whiting Chalk.

_________ is a strip of wood, usually moulded or Splayed, which is fixed on the sides and head of opening.

The representative figure below shows the mechanism of a _________ door.

A bay window is a multi-panel window, which:

A roof lantern is also called: