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Question paper 1
SECTION-A
Q1. a) Fill in the blanks.
i. The lowest part of a structure which transmits the load to the soil is known as ________.
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Read moreii. The minimum load which will cause failure of a foundation is called ____________
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Read moreiii. Pile foundation is generally used when the soil has _________ bearing capacity.
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Read moreiv. A partition wall is generally designed as a ________ wall.
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Read morev. The brick laid with its length perpendicular to the face of the wall is called a __________
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Read morevi. A type of bond in to a brick masonry consisting of alternate course of headers and stretchers is called ________
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Read morevii. Under- surface of an arch is called ____________
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Read moreviii. Generally, the door height of _______ is considered as most suitable.
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Read moreix. The horizontal portion of stair on which foot is placed is called __________
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Read morex. Pre-cast concrete piles are usually ____________
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Read moreb) State True or False.
xi. The exterior angle or corner of a wall is called quoin.
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xii. A raft foundation is also known as Mat foundation.
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xiii. The part of the building constructed above the ground is called sub- structure.
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xiv. Frog is defined as a Depression on the top face of a brick.
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xv. The surface of the abutment on which the arch rests is known as Skew back
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SECTION-B
Q2. Attempt any six questions.
a. Name various types of ARCHES. Give the significance of key stone.
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Read moreb. What are coffer dam? Draw neat sketches to explain the different types of coffer dams generally used.
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Read morec. What is partition wall? Explain different types of partition walls
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Read mored. Compare stone masonry and Brick masonry
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Read moree. Define different types of windows.
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Read moref. Explain header, stretcher, queen closer and course with the help of a diagram.
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Read moreg. What is the utility of doors in the building?
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Read moreh. What is timbering of trenches?
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Read moreSECTION-C
Q3. Attempt any three questions.
i. Write short note on dampness due to structural causes. What are bad effects of dampness?
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Read moreii. Explain various types of floors.
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Read moreiii. Explain the different components of Staircase with the help of a diagram.
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iv. Discuss the methods of termite proofing.
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Read morev. What do you understand by principles of planning a building?
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