Masonry Level 1: Module 2 Questions
and Answers Already Passed
What is the primary purpose of a masonry foundation?
✔✔The primary purpose of a masonry foundation is to support the weight of the structure above
and distribute that weight evenly to the ground.
What are the typical materials used in masonry construction?
✔✔Typical materials used in masonry construction include brick, concrete block, stone, and
mortar.
What is the difference between load-bearing and non-load-bearing walls?
✔✔Load-bearing walls support the weight of the structure above, while non-load-bearing walls
do not support any weight and serve only as partitions.
What does "anchoring" refer to in masonry?
✔✔Anchoring refers to the process of securing masonry units to the structural framework to
enhance stability and resistance to lateral forces.
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, What are the characteristics of a good mortar mix?
✔✔A good mortar mix should have appropriate workability, adhesion, and compressive strength
to bond masonry units effectively.
What is the role of a plumb bob in masonry?
✔✔A plumb bob is used to ensure that vertical structures, such as walls, are perfectly straight
and true.
What is the purpose of a damp proof course (DPC) in masonry?
✔✔A damp proof course prevents moisture from rising through the foundation and into the walls
of a structure.
What is the significance of joint reinforcement in masonry walls?
✔✔Joint reinforcement enhances the tensile strength of masonry walls, helping to resist cracking
and movement.
What does "scoring" refer to in masonry?
✔✔Scoring involves making shallow cuts or grooves in masonry units to improve adhesion with
mortar.
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and Answers Already Passed
What is the primary purpose of a masonry foundation?
✔✔The primary purpose of a masonry foundation is to support the weight of the structure above
and distribute that weight evenly to the ground.
What are the typical materials used in masonry construction?
✔✔Typical materials used in masonry construction include brick, concrete block, stone, and
mortar.
What is the difference between load-bearing and non-load-bearing walls?
✔✔Load-bearing walls support the weight of the structure above, while non-load-bearing walls
do not support any weight and serve only as partitions.
What does "anchoring" refer to in masonry?
✔✔Anchoring refers to the process of securing masonry units to the structural framework to
enhance stability and resistance to lateral forces.
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, What are the characteristics of a good mortar mix?
✔✔A good mortar mix should have appropriate workability, adhesion, and compressive strength
to bond masonry units effectively.
What is the role of a plumb bob in masonry?
✔✔A plumb bob is used to ensure that vertical structures, such as walls, are perfectly straight
and true.
What is the purpose of a damp proof course (DPC) in masonry?
✔✔A damp proof course prevents moisture from rising through the foundation and into the walls
of a structure.
What is the significance of joint reinforcement in masonry walls?
✔✔Joint reinforcement enhances the tensile strength of masonry walls, helping to resist cracking
and movement.
What does "scoring" refer to in masonry?
✔✔Scoring involves making shallow cuts or grooves in masonry units to improve adhesion with
mortar.
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