On-Line Test

South Branch Career and Technical Center

              Fundamentals of Masonry

Directions: 1. Read each question carefully;

                      2. read choices a, b, c and d;

                      3. select the correct answer; you may enter ONLY ONE ANSWER;

                      4. using your mouse, place the cursor over the "option button" to the left side of the correct answer. "Left click" the cursor. The center of the option button should become green. If it does not, please ask your instructor for assistance. After the option button becomes green, you have successfully answered the question, and you may move on to the next question.

                     5. When you have finished the test, please re-read and check your answers. When you feel you have done your best, go to  "File" in the upper left hand side of your task bar, select the  "Print" option.  When the print box appears, press OK. Your completed test should begin printing.

Question 1

Tempering refers to

a)  adding water to mortar to replace moisture lost through evaporation.
b)  adding air to mix.
c)  cooling the mixture.
d)  speed up the setting time.

Question 2

When setting the scaffold for the  FIRST  section, you MUST be certain that it is

a)  level and plumb.
b)  plumb and even.
c)   square and even.
d)   straight and square.

Question 3

The masons plumb rule or level, when  NOT  in use should be placed

a)  flat on the floor.
b)  in a block.
c)  in a bucket.
d)  on the mud board.

Question 4

In the illustration, B is the

a)   bed joint.
b)  head joint. 
c)  collar joint. 
d)  dry joint. 

Question 5

The distance from the wall that a mud pan should be placed is

a)  1'
b)  2'
c)  3'
d)  4'

Question 6

Identify the type of scaffold pictured above?

a) tubular steel    
b) tower adjustable 
c) swing stage 
d) hydro mobil 

Question 7

A written description of work to be done which accompanies building plans is called the

a)  working drawings.
b)  textbook
c)  specifications.
d)  dimension.

Question 8

Which of the following symbols represent concrete on a set of plans (or blueprints)?

a)  A
b)  B 
c)  C 
d)  D

Question 9

Admixtures are materials added to the mix to achieve

a)  efflorescence.
b)  a particular result.
c)   masonry mortar.
d)   siltation.

Question 10

Which of the following is an admixture?

a)  tensile strength   
b)  bonding
c)   muratic acid
d)   pigment

Question 11

The  MOST  efficient method of cutting mortar from the mortar pan with the trowel is called the

a)  rolling method. 
b)  clock method.
c)  cupping method.
d)  sleeping method.

Question 12

What is the minimum age for a person to sign up for apprenticeship training?

a)  17
b)  18
c)   21
d)   25

Question 13

The responsibility for your future is

a) your parents'.
b) yours alone.
c)  your supervisor's.
d)  your co-workers'.

Question 14

The mortar mix that is sandy is known as

a)  fat mortar.
b)  lean mortar.
c)  drown mortar.
d)  loose mortar.

Question 15

When cutting bricks or masonry blocks with a mason's hammer, it is essential that

a)  safety goggles be worn.
b)  eye and hand coordination be maintained.
c)  the hammer be free of foreign matter.
d)  the hammer be balanced properly.

Question 16

Double jointing the last brick laid in the wall is important because it

a)  forms a stronger wall.
b)  allows for expansion in the wall.
c)   forms a more waterproof joint.
d)  divides the joints more evenly.

Question 17

The main reason for the set in a trowel is to

a)  relax the arm muscles.
b)  relieve the strain on the blade.
c)  prevent mortar from slipping off the trowel.
d)  aid in the striking of different mortar joints.

Question 18

The concrete masonry business has converted to standard sizes in manufacturing to avoid confusion among builders and architects. This system is called

a)  standardizing   
b)  modular
c)  nominal
d)  systematic

Question 19

MOST  concrete block are cured by

a)  placing them in a kiln with live steam.
b)  open-air drying.
c)  burning them in a kiln for a prolonged length of time.
d)  using chemical hardeners and allowing them to set in the mold for a period of time.

Question 20

The terms cavity, composite and veneered are terms associated with

a)  trades using imported materials.
b)  excavation techniques.
c)   types of masonry walls.
d)   all trades in heavy construction.

Question 21

The nominal dimensions of a masonry unit indicate the

a)  length of the unit, not counting the mortar joint.
b)  length of the unit, including the mortar joint.
c)  width of the unit.
d)  height of the unit.

Question 22

Safety considerations for wall work include

a)  reviewing visual materials prior to starting work.
b)  scaffolding stability and adequate guard rails.
c)   alternate evacuation planning.
d)   attention to color code restrictions.

Question 23

The ideal amount of mortar spread with the rowel should equal the length of

a)  1 to 2 bricks.  
b)  3 to 4 bricks.
c)  5 to 6 bricks.
d)  7 to 8 bricks.

Question 24

The  FIRST  tool skill to be learned by a mason is the

a)  cutting of masonry units.
b)  washing and cleaning of masonry work.
c)   use of the plumb rule.
d)   cutting and spreading mortar.

Question 25

Brick tongs are used for

a) cutting masonry units.
b) striking mortar joints.
c)  laying bricks in a circular area.
d)  carrying bricks from the brick pile to the work area.

Question 26

A "Hog in the Wall" can be prevented by

a)  measuring with a spacing rule.
b)  increasing the height of the story.
c)   marking off each course of masonry units and numbering them. 
d)  moving the bench mark to match the height of the wall after it has been built.

Question 27

After bricks have been pre-dried, but before they are burned, they are said to be

a)  red
b)  blue
c)  yellow
d)  green

Question 28

Efflorescence can be  BEST  removed with a solution of

a)  sulphuric acid and water. 
b)  strong soap and water.
c)  muriatic acid and water. 
d)  water and vinegar.

Question 29

The trade name for mortar is

a)  cement.
b)  concrete.
c)   mud.
d)   gypsum.

Question 30

If mortar used to lay masonry units is too runny, the proper corrective procedure is to add

a) more sand to the mix.
b) more lime to the mix.
c) more cement to the mix.
d) proper proportions of all ingredients.

Question 31

In addition to eye, foot and head protection when working with masonry units, one should

a) secure header ties. 
b) avoid wearing loose clothing and cuffed trousers.
c)  know applicable color codes.
d)  fold used mortar bags.

Question 32

You reduce back strain and avoid back injury when lifting masonry units by

a)  keeping your back vertical and lifting with your legs.
b)  lifting only from your strong side.
c)   lowering your upper body over the units and lifting.
d)   turning your body and swinging units upward.

Question 33

You repair a mushroomed head on a chisel by

a)  filing it off with a file.
b)  grinding it off with a grinder. 
c)  knocking it off with a hammer. 
d)  removing it with a cutting torch. 

Question 34

Raw materials used to make bricks are

a)   cement and lime.
b)   clay and cement.
c)   clay and shale.
d)   shale and lime.

Question 35

Which manufacturing process produces a brick with the  LEAST  absorption,   BEST  texture,  and  SMALLEST size variation?

a)   adobe
b)   dry press.
c)    soft-mud.
d)    stiff-mud.

Question 36

General-purpose mortar is type

a)  C. 
b)  K.
c)  M.
d)  N.

Question 37

Four mortar types are

a)   M, N, K, and C.   
b)   M, O, U, and S.
c)   M, S, N, and O.
d)   S, N, K and G.

Question 38

A brick spacing rule

a)   adjusts bed joints so that bricks work out over openings.
b)   ensures that brick and block are even every 16".
c)   scales block only.
d)   spaces head joints evenly throughout the wall.

Question 39

When you use a modular rule, the number for the different spacing indicates the number of courses in

a)  12"
b)  16"
c)    4"
d)   8"

Question 40

You can check the outside alignment of the brick by using the level as a

a)  board.
b)  square.
c)  straightedge.
d)  trowel.

Question 41

When you mix mortar, the ratio of sand to mortar is

a)  1 to 1.
b)  3 to 1.
c)   5 to 1.
d)   7 to 1.

Question 42

When you spread mortar for laying brick, the indention you make by drawing the point of the trowel through the center of the mortar bed is called

a)  furrowing.  
b)  raking.
c)  rippling.
d)  tooling.

Question 43

A soldier course of standard modular brick is equal to how many courses of modular brick in stretcher position.?

a)  1  
b)  2
c)  3
d)  4

Question 44

Dimension 1 is 24' and dimension 2 is 8'. What is the square footage of the wall?

a)   132 sq. ft.
b)   164 sq. ft
c)    192 sq. ft
d)    196 sq. ft

Question 45

How many courses of block do you need to lay a door jamb 7' 4" high?

a) 10
b) 11
c) 12
d) 13

Question 46

What is the actual measurement of a whole 8" concrete block?

a) 16-5/8" x 7-5/8" x 7-5/8"
b) 7-3/8" x 7-3/8" x 15-3/8"
c) 7-5/8" x 7-5/8" x 15-5/8"
d)  8" x 8" x 16"

Question 47

A positive attitude is  BEST  demonstrated by

a)   checking with your supervisor before beginning any task.
b)   completing tasks without consulting with co-workers.
c)   considering only recommendations made by your superiors.
d)   cooperating with your co-workers to accomplish tasks.

Question 48

When your scale is 1/4" = 1', a 30'line equals

a)  10"
b)  7.5"
c)   8"
d)   8.5"

Question 49

To protect yourself from electrical shock when operating a saw, the saw should be

a)  grounded.
b)  placed on a wooden pallet.
c)  turned off.
d)  wrapped in plastic.

Question 50

The term "Hog in the Wall" describes

a)  a wall which is not level.
b)  a wall which has a bulge in the brickwork.
c)  a wall which is level but contains one more course on one end than the other.
d)  a wall which is very poorly built and on which the mortar joints are not struck properly.