Technology Today and Tomorrow ©2004

Chapter 17: Constructing Homes and Other Buildings

Constructing Homes and Other Buildings


1.	Which statement is true about a load-bearing-wall structure?
		A)	doesn't have framing
		B)	is typical of many skyscrapers
		C)	is built mainly of wood
		D)	has studs connected to joists


2.	The process of saving re-usable items from a demolition site is called
		A)	renovation.
		B)	excavation.
		C)	salvaging.
		D)	refurbishing.


3.	Batter boards are used as guides for
		A)	surveying the site.
		B)	excavating the foundation.
		C)	pouring concrete sidewalks.
		D)	planting trees on the site.


4.	Which of the following would be done first?
		A)	installing finish flooring
		B)	putting up drywall
		C)	installing plumbing fixtures
		D)	framing the structure


5.	The process of identifying and marking the exact location of the structure on the site is called
		A)	roughing-in the structure.
		B)	laying the foundation.
		C)	surveying.
		D)	laying out the site.


6.	The part of the structure below the foundation wall, called the footing, is usually
		A)	the same width as the foundation wall.
		B)	twice as wide as the foundation wall.
		C)	as wide as it is deep.
		D)	narrower than the foundation wall.


7.	What is laid directly on the floor joists?
		A)	footing
		B)	finish flooring
		C)	subflooring
		D)	truss


8.	In a framed structure, which piece(s) would not be part of the roof section?
		A)	ridge board
		B)	shingles
		C)	footing
		D)	ceiling joists


9.	The R-value is a measure of
		A)	roof pitch.
		B)	insulation effectiveness.
		C)	trim size.
		D)	heating efficiency.


10.	An example of sheathing is
		A)	a layer of plywood between frame and finished exterior.
		B)	a concrete slab on which a low building is constructed.
		C)	fine wood strips covering edges and joints.
		D)	electrical wiring within walls.