Technical Drawing Questions and Answers

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QUESTIONS
 TOPIC: BUILDING DRAWING
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. Which walls, on floor plans, are indicated with parallel short dashes?
A. Parapet walls
B. Dwarf walls
C. Overhanging offset walls
D. Walls above openings

2. Which of the following is a shed roof?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
The figure drawn shows a section through a foundation wall and window opening.
3. What are the structures labelled X and Y respectively called?

A. Wall plate and sill

B. Wall plate and lintel
C. Lintel and hood
D. Lintel and sill
E. Lintel and stud

4. The following are types of windows except .

A. casement
B. gable
C. louvered
D. pivot
E. sliding
Use the figure of the floor plan drawn to answer the question.
5. Which of the conventional symbols represents a sliding and folding door?

A. S
B. W
C. Y
D. X

6. The part of the roof labelled K in the figure drawn is called .

A. bituminous felt
B. concrete roof
C. sandcrete screed
D. parapet wall
7. Which of the conventional door symbols drawn represents double swing?
A.

B.

C.

D.

The plan of part of a bungalow is shown in the diagram.

8. The area 'S' is the .

A. bathroom
B. garage
C. kitchen
D. store
E. toilet
9. An example of a monolithic construction is .
A. a cavity wall
B. a sandcrete block wall
C. a reinforced concrete garage wall
D. an arch wth regular voussoirs

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

10. What type of staircase is in the figure drawn?

A. Dog-leg
B. Double flight
C. Double turn
D. Quarter turn
E. Straight flight
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
11. What is the name of the staircase in the figure?

A. Dog leg.
B. Double flight.
C. Quarter turn.
D. Spiral.
E. Straight flight single.

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

12.What is the name of the stair shown in the figure drawn?

A. Quarter turn
B. Straight flight
C. Dog leg
D. Spiral
The figure drawn shows a section through a timber floor joist.
13.The part labelled K is the .

A. mineral felt
B. tongue and groove
C. plaster board
D. metal lathing

14.What is done to prevent moisture from rising up building walls from the ground?
A. Build soakaway pit.
B. Fill the walls high with hard core layer.
C. Lay damp proof course.
D. Provide drainage.
E. Warm the entire building.

15.The figure drawn shows the elevation of a door hinged at the .

A. bottom
B. left side
C. right side
D. top
16.Which of the following is not represented in the sketch of a building foundation
drawn?

A. Cavity wall
B. Concrete slab
C. Earth filling
D. Foundation blinding

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

17. How many flights has the staircase?

A. One
B. Two
C. Three
D. Four
18. The figure drawn shows a .

A. stud
B. key
C. screw
D. bolt

19.The following tools are suitable for removing a fastened nail from a wood except a
.
A. crow bar
B. pair of pliers
C. chisel
D. pair of pincers

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

20. K and L in the figure refer to .

A. door and frame

B. door and window
C. lintel and window
D. plaster and wall
E. rendering and mortar
The figure drawn shows a section through a window in a wall. Use the information to
answer the question.
21.The parts labelled X and Y respectively are .

A. wallplate and coping

B. lintel and sill
C. stud and throating
D. jamb and parapet

22. Which of the following conventional symbols represents brick?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
The figure drawn shows the diagram of a footstep bearing.
23. The parts labelled X and Y are referred to as .

A. bush and cylinder

B. bush and shaft
C. flange and shaft
D. rod and section
E. web and bush

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

24. The part labelled 'Y' is called .

A. back filling
B. block wall
C. hard core
D. oversite concrete
E. foundation footing
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
25. What is the name given to the part labelled 'A' in the figure?

A. Jamb
B. Lintel
C. Reveal
D. Sill
E. Threshold

26. Which material convention is represented in the figure drawn?

A. Concrete
B. Glass
C. Hardcore
D. Stone
E. Timber
27. The symbol drawn is used to represent .

A. bathtub
B. manhole
C. shower
D. water closet

28. Identify the type of roof shown in the figure drawn.

A. Gable
B. Hipped
C. Mansard
D. Monitor
E. Shed
29. The figure drawn represents gauge.

A. depth
B. dial
C. marking
D. mortise
E. screw

30. The distance labelled Y is the .

A. depth
B. rise
C. thickness
D. span
31.The building tool for compacting soil shown is called .

A. hammer
B. plumb
C. rammer
D. rangeboard
E. trowel

32. Which of the following is not a member of a roof?

A. Queen post
B. Jamb
C. Purlin
D. Wallplate
Use the figure shown to answer the question.
33. What are the names given to the parts labelled F, G, H and I in that order?

A. Linted, roofsheet, eaves, purlin

B. Purlin, roofsheet, lintel, throat
C. Purlin, sill, throat, lintel
D. Roofsheet, purlin, lintel, eaves
E. Throat, roofsheet, fasciaboard, joist

34. Which of the following is used in buildings as a protective device for roof
members?
A. Ridge cap
B. Roof projection
C. Wall plate
D. Fascia board
E. Soffit
35. Arrow Y on the end view points to .

A. a ridge cap
B. a facial
C. a roof cover
D. an eave

The figure drawn shows the plan of a stair.

36. What is the part labelled P called?

A. Balustrade
B. Rail
C. Step
D. Well
E. Winder
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
37. The parts labelled F, G, H are .

A. rafter, purlin, ridge cap

B. purlin, rafter, king post
C. rafter, ridge cap, batten
D. rafter, king post, purlin
E. ridge cap, batten, spar

38. The part labelled X is called the .

A. springing line
B. span
C. base line
D. crown
39. Which of the following material symbols represents glass?
A.

B.

C.

D.

40. What major purpose do passages, laundries, dinning halls, etc, serve when they
are intentionally located between bedrooms and living rooms?
A. To allow cross-ventilation between rooms
B. To reduce plumbing problems
C. To reduce building costs
D. To separate noisy and quiet areas
Use the figure shown to answer the question.
41.The part labelled J is known as .

A. architrave
B. curvature
C. lining
D. sill
E. throat

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

42. What is the name given to the part labelled 'B' in the figure?

A. Jamb
B. Lintel
C. Reveal
D. Sill
E. Threshold

43. Identify the type of roof shown.

A. Lean-to
B. Butter-fly
C. Hipped
D. Domed

44. The part labelled K in the stair drawn is the .

A. newel
B. handrail
C. tread
D. rise
45. The figure drawn shows a .

A. panel door
B. panel and glazed door
C. battened, ledged and braced door
D. battened and ledged door

Use the figure of the stair drawn to answer the question.

46. What is the distance labelled X called?

A. Tread
B. Going
C. Run
D. Waist
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
47. The parts labelled H, I, J are .

A. ridge cap, main tie beam, wall plate

B. king post, wall plate, ceiling joist
C. ceiling joist, ridge cap, wall plate
D. spar, ceiling joist, wall plate
E. king post, spar, wall plate

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

48. The view X of the hexagonal nut drawn is .

A.

B.
C.

D.

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

49. How many threads are there in the stair?

A. 6
B. 8
C. 10
D. 12

50. What is the main purpose of a lintel on a door or window opening?

A. To beautify the door or window
B. To elongate the height of the wall above the opening
C. To rest on the door and window frame
D. To receive plastering
E. To support the weight above the opening
The figure drawn shows a section through a timber floor joist.
51.The part labelled X is called .

A. fascia board
B. batten
C. rafter
D. wall plate

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

52. In the diagram shown, the parts labelled K and L respectively are .

A. D.P.C, foundation footing

B. headcourse, window
C. lintel, slab
D. slab, wall
E. wall, window
Use the figure of the panelled door drawn to answer the question.
53. The labelled portion S is the .

A. stile
B. middle rail
C. panel
D. bottom rail

54. In the figure drawn the roof members P, Q, and R are .

A. ridge cap, wall plate and eave

B. ridge cap, wall plate and king post
C. wall plate, king post and facial board
D. wall plate, ridge cap and king post
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
55. Identify the portions marked P and Q.

A. Ceiling and noggin

B. Lintel and zinc
C. Purlin and rafter
D. Ridge cap and king post
E. Strut and wall plate

56. Recommend from underlisted, the door most suitable for a temporary ′tools and
materials′ storehouse on a construction site is .

A. flush.

B. glassed.

C. ledged and battened.

D. panel.

E. rotary.
57. Identify the type of door opening symbol shown in the figure drawn.

A. Double swing

B. Double acting

C. Rolling

D. Revolving

E. Folding

58. The highest point of an arch is called the .

A. crown

B. rise

C. span

D. run

59. What is the path traced by a mouse running at a constant speed round a circle
marked on the floor of a lift which rises at a constant speed from the ground to
the tenth floor of a building?
A. Circle
B. Cycloid
C. Ellipse
D. Helix
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
60. The figure can be identified as .

A. brick arch in a wall

B. door opening in a brick wall
C. segmental arch of window in a wall
D. window frame in a wall
E. window opening in a brick wall

Use the figure of a building plan drawn to answer the question.

61.Which of the following parts of the building will not be shown by section on XX?

A. Wall S
B. Door R
C. Window W1
D. Window W2
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
62. Which roof member is labelled 'G'?

A. Beam
B. Purlin
C. Rafter
D. Strut
E. Tie beam

63. What is the purpose of DPC in a building?

A. To distribute moisture
B. To prevent rise of moisture and dampness
C. To block loopholes for breeze
D. To prevent leakages
E. To provide heat insulation

64. What type of door is shown in the figure drawn?

A. Ledged and braced

B. Ledged braced and battened
C. Panel
D. Ledged and battened
Use the figure of a building plan drawn to answer the question.
65. Which of the following conventions will be used to represent the wall
Q on section XX?

A.

B.

C.

D.

66. Which of the following does a similar job as lintel?

A. Jamb
B. Sill
C. Truss
D. Arch
The figure drawn shows a door frame. Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
67. The part labelled Z is the .

A. brace
B. jamb
C. head
D. horn

The figure drawn shows a section through a foundation. Use the diagram to answer
the question.
68. The part labelled R is the .

A. blinding
B. wall
C. concrete strip
D. hardcore
The figure drawn shows an incomplete sectional detail of a building foundation. Use it
to answer the question.
69. The part labelled Q is the .

A. floor level
B. hardcore
C. ground level
D. concrete slab

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

70. The part labelled 'W' is called .

A. back filling
B. block wall
C. hard core
D. oversite concrete
E. foundation footing
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

71. How many flights are in the stair case?

A. Six

B. Five

C. Four

D. Two

72. Which type of stair way is often described as 'dog-leg'?

A. Geometrical

B. Half turn

C. Quarter turn

D. Spiral

E. Straight flight
73. Identify the flight of the staircase
shown. A.

B.

C.

D.

74. Which of following is used to prevent damp penetration through the bottom of
window frames into the interior of the building?
A. Frame
B. Jamb
C. Reveal
D. Scoffit
E. Sill
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
75. What are the names of the parts labelled W, X and Y in that order?

A. Going, hand rail, rise.

B. Going, rise, hand rail.
C. Hand rail, going, rise.
D. Hand rail, rise, going.
E. Rise, going, hand rail.

76. Which of the following is the distance measured from the surface of one tread to
the next in a staircase?
A. Going
B. Landing
C. Nosing
D. Riser
E. Tread
Use the figure showing a principal bonding in blockwork to answer the question.
77. The block labelled X is called .

A. closer
B. header
C. quoin
D. perpend

78. The part labelled Y is called .

A. earth filling
B. damp proof course
C. hard core
D. concrete slab
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
79. What is the part labelled X on the plan?

A. Floor
B. Tread
C. String
D. Landing

80. Which of the following is not a type of foundation?

A. Raft
B. Pad
C. Strip
D. Hipped
The figure drawn shows the profile of a stair. Use the diagram to answer the question.
81. The part labelled R is the .

A. landing
B. riser
C. flight
D. tread

82. What type of roof is shown?

A. Lean-to
B. Mansard
C. Gable
D. Butterfly

83. A function of an internal wall is to .

A. carry loads
B. divide the space
C. enhance wall stability
D. reinforce the foundation
Use the figure of the floor plan drawn to answer the question.
84. Which of the elevations drawn represents the north view on a reduced scale?

A.

B.

C.

D.
85. The part of the roof labelled M in the figure drawn is called the .

A. hipped end
B. gable end
C. ridge
D. valley
E. eave

86. Which of the building parts listed in the options is found on a staircase?
A. Eave
B. Sill
C. Jamb
D. Tread

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

87. Which letter in the figure shows the limit of partial view?

A. G
B. H
C. K
D. J
E. I

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

88. The part labelled T is the .

A. braze
B. batten
C. ledge
D. panel

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

89. The type of door shown in the figure is .

A. ledge
B. batten
C. ledge and batten
D. panel and brazed
90. The portion labelled T in the diagram drawn is called .

A. wallplate
B. rafter
C. purlin
D. ceiling joist

91.Which scaled drawing shows buildings and their arrangement in a particular site?
A. Lay-out
B. Site plan
C. Survey plan
D. Aerial view

92. Which of the following is a part of a staircase?

A. Balustrade
B. Quarter turn
C. Open well
D. Spiral
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
93. The figure shown can be identified as stair.

A. geometric
B. half turn or dog leg
C. quarter turn
D. spring helical
E. straight flight

The figure drawn shows part of a section through a roof and wall.
94. The part labelled S is called .

A. purlin
B. reinforced concrete
C. wallplate
D. lintel
95. The details of the quantity of materials, including doors and windows, are
shown on a house plan using which of the following?
A. Table of specifications
B. Foot notes
C. Overlay diagrams
D. Door and window symbols

96. The following are types of stair ways except .

A. dog-leg
B. quarter turn
C. spiral
D. straight flight
E. tread

97. From the sketch drawn, the parts labelled M and N respectively are and
.

A. eaves, rafter
B. kingpost, purlin
C. purlin, wallpaper
D. rafter, kingpost
E. wallplate, noggings
Use the figure of the panelled door drawn to answer the question.
98. Which of the labelled parts represents the muntin?

A. P
B. S
C. R
D. Q

99. Which of the following is not a roof member?

A. Ridge
B. Muntin
C. Purlin
D. Rafter

100. Which of the following is used to represent partitioning block?

A.

B.

C.

D.
101. What is the name of the building tool drawn?

A. Beech wood mallet

B. Builder's chisel
C. Mason's hammer
D. Wall chisel
E. Mason's axe

The figure drawn shows the profile of a stair. Use the diagram to answer the question.
102. The part labelled Q is the .

A. tread
B. string
C. riser
D. landing
103. The building tool shown is called .

A. builder's square
B. spirit level
C. trowel
D. steel rule

104. Which of the roof types drawn is a gable

roof? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
105. The type of drawing produced to show individual items in their relative
working positions is called .
A. detail drawing
B. auxiliary drawing
C. perspective drawing
D. orthographic drawing
E. assembly drawing

106. Which of the following is not a part of a door?

A. Stile
B. Jamb
C. Sill
D. Frame

107. Which of the following is a floor finish?

A. Concrete
B. Damp proof course
C. Earth
D. Hardcore
E. Screed

108. The details of a foundation are usually shown on which of the following types of
drawings?
A. Elevation
B. Plan
C. Section
D. Layout
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
109. The face marked Z is .

A. bored
B. step turned
C. chamfered
D. spot faced

110. The part

of the figure shown labelled S and K are respectively .

A. stile and panel

B. post and frame
C. mullion and transome
D. rail and stile
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
111. The part labelled K in the figure
represents .

A. flight
B. landing
C. nosing
D. rail
E. thread
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

112. The portions labelled K and P

respectively are .

A. thread and nosing

B. landing and well
C. rise and going
D. ballustrade and headroom
113. The part labelled Y
on the staircase as shown is called .

A. stringer
B. pitch
C. nosing
D. soffit

114. The figure drawn shows the

half plan view of a .

A. lean-to-roof
B. gable roof
C. hip roof
D. butterfly roof
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
115. The part labelled 'X' is .

A. back filling
B. block wall
C. hard core
D. oversite concrete
E. foundation footing

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

116. The portion labelled Y is .

A. an internal thread
B. an external thread
C. a counterbored hole
D. a countersunk hole
117. The part labelled X in the
drawing drawn is a .

A. wall plate
B. purlin
C. fascia board
D. ceiling joist

118. In the diagram drawn, A and B are

and respectively.

A. headcourse, screed
B. lintel, threshold
C. lintel, door
D. floor, headcourse
E. slab, wall
119. Plumb bulbs are used in
building sites for .
A. horizontal alignment
B. vertical alignment
C. roundness
D. squareness

120. In the staircase shown identify the part labelled X.

A. Riser
B. Flight
C. Going
D. Landing

121. The two main types of pitched roof

are .
A. gable and flat
B. gable and hip
C. hip and flat
D. flat and lean-to
122.Which of the material symbols as shown represents a
glass? A.

B.

C.

D.
 TOPIC: BUILDING TOOLS
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. The tool sketched in the diagram

drawn is .

A. an allen key
B. a bradawl
C. a gimlet
D. a punch
E. a spike

2. The tool sketched in the diagram shown is a .

A. hammer
B. mallet
C. marking gauge
D. mortise gauge
E. rammer
3. Which type of roof is under construction in the figure drawn?

A. Lean-to
B. Hipped
C. Flat
D. Couple
E. Collar

4. A hot metal is held in the foundry during forging by using a pair of .

A. pliers
B. scissors
C. shears
D. tongs

5. Top soil is removed when erecting a building by using .

A. trowel
B. shovel
C. spirit level
D. mallet
6. The building tool for setting corners of a building shown is called .

A. builders' square
B. plumb
C. rammer
D. tee-square
E. trowel

7. The sheet metal tool shown is called .

A. an anvil
B. a bick iron
C. a swage block
D. a hammer
8. The tool sketched drawn is .

A. an augur bit
B. a bradawl
C. a centre bit
D. a gimlet
E. a twist drill

9. What is the name of the tool drawn?

A. Anvil
B. Cold-set
C. Fuller
D. Hardie
E. Tong
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
10. The tool is suitable for .

A. measuring diameter
B. holding work piece
C. checking for squareness
D. fixing work piece

11. Which of the following best describes the tool shown?

A. Float guage
B. Gauge level
C. Measuring tool
D. Rammer
E. Spirit level
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
12.The tool shown in the figure is called .

A. calliper
B. try square
C. steel rule
D. scriber
 TOPIC: CONVENTIONAL SYMBOLS
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. Which of the diagrams A - E shows a spring

washer? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
2. Which of the following is the conventional representation of water?
A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

3. Which of the following thread forms is ACME?

A.

B.

C.

D.
4. What does the conventional symbol drawn indicate?

A. Tension spring.
B. Splined shaft.
C. Serrated shaft.
D. Threaded hole.
E. Threaded shaft.

5. Which of the following material symbols is insulator?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
6. Which of the sanitary appliances shown represents water closet?
A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

7. Which of the following is the symbol for external thread?

A.

B.

C.

D.
8. In a building drawing, the figure shown represents the cross section of a .

A. hardcore
B. loose insulator
C. planed timber
D. sawn timber

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

9. The letter 'I' represents .

A. ball bearing
B. roller bearing
C. bar spring
D. extension spring
E. compression spring
10. Which of the following symbols of door represents single leaf double
swing? A.

B.

C.

D.

11. The conventional

representation in the diagram is .

A. compression spring with eyes

B. cylinder leaf spring with eyes
C. semi-elliptical leaf spring with eyes
D. semi-compression leaf spring with eyes

12.In a building drawing, the figure shown represents a .

A. water closet

B. bath

C. manhole

D. shower
13.The following represents the conventional thread profile;
I.BSF
II.ACME
III.BSS
IV. BSW
Which of the options is correct?
A. I, II, & IV.
B. Ì & II
C. I, II, III & IV
D. II, III, & IV

14.The symbol shown is the conventional representation of a .

A. double compression spring

B. tension spring

C. semi-elliptical spring

D. compression spring

15.Which of the symbols drawn represents a wash hand

basin? A.

B.

C.
D.

E.

16.The electrical symbol shown represents .

A. a signal lamp
B. a filament lamp
C. an amplifier
D. a battery
E. a transistor

17. Which of the following building materials is represented in the figure drawn?

A. Stone
B. Plywood
C. Brick
D. Earth
E. Hardcore
18. The figure
drawn shows the conventional representation of a .

A. cylindrical compression spring

B. conical compression spring
C. cylinderical torsion spring
D. conical tension spring

19.The material symbol drawn represents .

A. water
B. insulator
C. glass
D. steel

20. Which of the following is not a conventional thread profile?

A. BSF

B. BSS

C. BSW

D. ACME
21. Which of the following is the conventional representation of

earth? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

22. Which of the diagrams drawn is a schematic representation of a compression

spring?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
23. The conventional representation of the figure drawn is .

A.

B.

C.

D.

24. The portion labelled A in the figure drawn is the conventional representation of a
.

A. diamond knurling
B. square on shaft
C. splined shaft
D. bearing
E. bolt
25. The symbol drawn is a convention of angle projection.

A. 1st
B. 2nd
C. 3rd
D. 4th
E. 5th

26. The symbol of brass in engineering drawing is

. A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
27. In building drawing the figure drawn is used to represent the cross section of
.

A. manufactured board
B. laminated board
C. sawn timber
D. planed timber

28. Which of the following material symbols represents insulation?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
29. Which of the following is a conventional representation of a hole on a circular
pitch?
A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

30. What does the figure drawn symbolize?

A. Rectangle on shaft.
B. Circle on shaft.
C. Recessed part of shaft.
D. Square shaft.
E. Bearing on shaft.
31.Which of the following material symbols represents brick?
A.

B.

C.

D.

32. Which of the following is the standard convention for holes on circular pitch?
A.

B.

C.

D.
 TOPIC: DIMENSIONING
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. Which of the following is correctly

dimensioned? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
2. Which of the following machines part is correctly dimensioned?
A.

B.

C.

D.

3. The short parallel lines X and Y in the diagram drawn indicate .

A. continuity
B. demarcation
C. partial visibility
D. symmetry
4. What type of information does the drawing in the figure shown convey?

A. An enlarged part
B. A reduced part
C. A removed part
D. A broken out part
E. A repetitive part

5. Which of the following identifies the correct method of dimensioning an

angle? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
6. In the figure drawn, P1 and P2 represent .

A. dimension lines
B. projection lines
C. centre lines
D. symmetry lines

7. Which of the diagram in the options correctly shows the dimensions of the
eight holes drawn?
A.

B.

C.

D.
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
8. The component requires only one view to communicate fully the information
needed because .

A. all its parts are circular

B. it is very small
C. it is a standard knob
D. most machining processes are shown on the elevation

9. Which of the following statements is true of the dimension drawn?

A. The figure is symmetrical.

B. The sizes of the holes are given.
C. The Q dimensions will not add up to the R dimensions.
D. One of the extreme horizontal Q dimensions is unnecessary.
10. Which of the following is not associated with dimensioning?
A. Arrow head
B. Extension line
C. Leader
D. Outline
E. Visible gap

11. Which of these is not a correct method of dimensioning a

circle? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
12.Identify the WRONG method of dimensioning in the figure drawn.

A. E
B. D
C. C
D. B
E. A

13.Which of the following illustrates the conventional method of dimensioning a

chamfered surface?
A.

B.

C.

D.
14.Which of the following is correctly
dimensioned? A.

B.

C.

D.

15.Arrow headed lines are used as .

A. dimension lines
B. projection lines
C. centre lines
D. hidden lines
16.Which of the following is correctly
dimensioned? A.

B.

C.

D.

17. The type of

dimensioning shown in the diagram drawn is called .

A. chain
B. redundant
C. datum
D. auxiliary
18.Which of the following methods of dimensioning a circle is
wrong? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

19.The correct convention for writing 40 mm diameter, according to BS 308 is

.
A. 40Ø
B. Ø40
C. D40
D. 40 dia
20. The figures drawn are correct methods of dimensioning except
. A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

21.Which of the figures drawn is not correctly

dimensioned? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
 TOPIC: ELECTRICITY - CONVENTIONAL
SYMBOLS
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. Which of the following symbols represents microphone in a building

drawing? A.

B.

C.

D.

2. The sketch drawn represents a .

A. fuse
B. stop valve
C. boiler
D. shower unit
E. switch
3. The figure drawn shows various conventional symbols of electrical components.
Which of the following represents a fuse?

A.
B.
C.
D.

4. Which of the following is the symbol for a transformer?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
5. The part labelled 'X' is .

A. transformer
B. inductor
C. resistor
D. capacitor
E. generator

6. Which of the following electrical symbols represents source of power?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
7. Which of the electrical symbols drawn represents a buzzer?
A.

B.

C.

D.

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

8. The part labelled 'U' is .

A. single pole switch

B. fuse
C. terminal
D. resistor
E. D.C. motor
9. The electrical symbol drawn is used to represent .

A. a variable capacitor
B. a variable resistor
C. an earth
D. a fuse

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

10. The part labelled 'V' is called .

A. single pole switch

B. tag (terminal)
C. capacitor
D. resistor
E. fuse
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
11. Which of the following is a variable resistor?

A. W
B. V
C. U
D. Y
E. X

12.From the circuit drawn, letters U and W represent and .

A. battery, switch
B. capacitor, bell
C. filament lamp, capacitor
D. signal lamp, filament lamp
E. switch, bell
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
13.The part labelled 'W' is .

A. fuse
B. single pole switch
C. tag (terminal)
D. capacitor
E. inductor

14.Which of the electrical symbols drawn represents a resistor?

A.

B.

C.

D.
15.The electrical symbol shown represents a .

A. loudspeaker
B. transistor
C. transformer
D. signal lamp

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

16.The part labelled 'S' is .

A. A.C. generator
B. thermostat
C. rheostat
D. D.C. generator
E. D.C. motor
17. The electrical symbol in
the figure drawn represents .

A. capacitor
B. transistor
C. triode
D. diode

18.The figure drawn shows various conventional symbols of electrical

components. Which of them is a distribution board?
A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
 TOPIC: ENGINEERING DRAWING
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. Which of the following is a method used to indicate the parts list in

assembly drawing?
A. Isometric scale
B. Item numbers
C. Orthographic projection
D. Specification
E. Title block

2. The normal height of a door opening for residential building is .

A. 2500mm
B. 2100mm
C. 1200mm
D. 900mm
E. 750mm

3. Which of the following is not obtainable in a title block in engineering drawing?

A. Drawing number
B. Job number
C. Scale
D. Specification
E. Title
4. What operation has been carried out on the solid object shown in the figure
drawn?

A. Keying.
B. Welding.
C. Spot facing.
D. Riveting.
E. Knurling.

The diagram of a welded joint is shown. Use the diagram to answer the question.
5. The weld in the joint is called .

A. butt
B. vertical
C. overhead
D. fillet
E. spot
6. The welded joint shown in the figure drawn is called .

A. fillet
B. butt
C. spot
D. plug
E. stud
 TOPIC: ENGINEERING SYMBOL
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. The treatment on the

head of the component drawn is .

A. cross hatching
B. diamond knurling
C. serration
D. spot-facing
E. straight knurling

2. The type of weld represented by the drawing of a welding symbol shown is called
.

A. fillet
B. butt
C. vertical
D. overhead
E. flat
The sketch drawn is one of the plan of the rooms in a residential building. Use it to
answer the question.
3. What does the symbol Y represent?

A. Switch
B. Master clock
C. Remote control
D. Fan point
E. Filament lamp

4. The figure drawn shows the convention for representing a .

A. hole on shaft
B. square on shaft
C. bearing on shaft
D. pulley on shaft
5. The figure drawn shows .

A. an electrical symbol
B. a welding symbol
C. a machining symbol
D. a plumbing symbol

6. Which of the following is the conventional representation of insulation materials?

A.

B.

C.

D.
7. The material symbol shown represents .

A. wood
B. brick
C. concrete
D. glass
 TOPIC: FASTENERS AND LOCKING DEVICES
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. The figure drawn shows a head screw.

A. cheese
B. counter bore
C. counter sunk
D. philips
E. round

2. Which of the fastenings drawn has a cheese

head? A.

B.

C.

D.
3. Which of the following is a frictional locking device?
A. Split pin
B. Lock nut
C. Slotted nut
D. Taper pin

4. In the figure drawn, the fasteners used to hold the parts are .

A. a bolt, a tapped hole and a nut

B. a nut, a bearing and set screw
C. a screw, a nut and a washer
D. a bolt, a nut and a washer
E. a bearing, a rivet and a washer

5. A screw is prevented from self unscrewing by using any of the following except a
.
A. washer
B. lock put
C. split pin
D. taper pin
6. Which of the following locking devices is used at the position labelled K in
the assembly shown?

A. Key
B. Bolt
C. Cotter
D. Washer
E. Stud

7. The following are locking devices:

I Locking plate
II Castle nut
III Grub screw
Which of them is/are positive locking devices?
A. I and II only
B. I and III only
C. II and III only
D. III only
E. I, II and III
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
8. Which type of screw head is used to fasten components R and S?

A. Star
B. Socket
C. Sloted
D. Hexagonal
E. Cylindrical head

9. Which of the following fasteners is a locking device?

A. Bolt
B. Coach screw
C. Grub screw
D. Rivet
E. Stud

10. A section of a machine component is described as rotated when it is .

A. removed and drawn adjacent to its profile
B. turned round and drawn as a back view
C. turned through 90o and drawn on the elevation
D. drawn in section as a rotating exterior view
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
11. Which of these is a split pin?

A. S
B. N
C. R
D. T
E. Q

12.What type of rivet head is shown in the figure drawn?

A. Countersunk head.
B. Snap head.
C. Conical head.
D. Flat head.
E. Pan head.
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
13.Which of the following provides a permanent joint?

A. O
B. N
C. R
D. P
E. Q

14.What type of nut is shown in the figure drawn?

A. Castle
B. Lock
C. Wing
D. Slotted
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
15.Which of the devices is capable of preventing isolated movement of spindle
of shaft?

A. M
B. N
C. Q
D. R
E. S

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

16.Which tool is most appropriate for use on the fastener in the figure drawn?

A. Star screwdriver
B. Spanner
C. Allen key
D. Philips head wrench
E. Flat head screwdriver
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
17. The figure drawn represents joint.

A. double riveted lap

B. double strap butt
C. double zig-zag riveted
D. single riveted lap
E. single strap butt

18.In the assembly drawn which of the following types of fastner is suitable for
the hole labelled K?

A. Feather key
B. Split pin
C. Cotter pin
D. Gib-head key
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
19.To ensure safe locking, the nut in the figure drawn requires a .

A. locknut
B. taper pin
C. split pin
D. dowel pin

20. What type of locking device is suitable for the nut shown in the figure drawn?

A. Lock nut
B. Cotter pin
C. Split pin
D. Castle nut
21. Which of the following is a frictional locking
device ? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

22. The profile of a screw thread is .

A. a cycloid
B. an ellipse
C. a helix
D. an involute
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
23. The figure drawn shows a section through a lock-nut. What is the part labelled X
called?

A. Split pin
B. Spring washer
C. Locking screw
D. Tab washer

24. The figure drawn can be identified as .

A. bolt
B. spline shaft
C. feather key
D. stud
E. taper pin
25. Which of the following options represents the section X-X of the
component drawn?

A.

B.

C.

D.

26. A two start thread is preferred to a single start thread on a cream cover because
it .
A. looks more beautiful
B. is very tight
C. tightens slowly and perfectly
D. tightens faster
E. tightens without damaging it
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
27. The type of fastener used in the component is .

A. rivet
B. bolt
C. screw
D. split pin
E. stud

28. The locking device shown is called a .

A. locking plate
B. wire locking
C. screw lock
D. siamese tab washer
29. Identify the thread form shown.

A. Acme
B. Metric
C. B.S pipe
D. Buttress
E. Square

30. Which of the following is a permanent locking device?

A. Rivet
B. Screw
C. Bolt and nut
D. Locknut and pin

31.The item P in the diagram shown is a .

A. round key
B. split pin
C. splined shaft
D. cotter
32. Which of the following is a type of positive locking washer?
A. Plain
B. Spring
C. Tab
D. Star

33. Which of the following fasteners has thread on both ends?

A. Bolt and Nut
B. Cheese-head screw
C. Grub screw
D. Stud
E. Thumb screw

34. Identify the fastener shown.

A. Square nut
B. Castle nut
C. Stiff nut
D. Slotted nut
E. Lock nut

35. Which of the following is not a permanent fastener?

A. Rivet
B. Weld
C. Solder
D. Screw
36. Which of these fastenings is used in securing a bicycle crank to its spindle?
A. Key
B. Cotter pin
C. Bolt and nut
D. Screw

37. Which of the following is suitable for joining a flywheel to a shaft?

A. Screw
B. Rivet
C. Key
D. Soldering

38. The pin shown in the figure drawn is called .

A. taper
B. cotter
C. dowel
D. split
39. Which of the following shows a tapped through hole?
A.

B.

C.

D.

40. The figure drawn shows two views of a .

A. bush
B. boss
C. nut
D. washer
41.How is the pitch of a screw thread dimensioned?
A. From apex to apex
B. From apex to flank
C. From root to crest
D. From root to pitch line

42. Which of the following thread profiles is shown in the diagram?

A. Buttress
B. ACME
C. B.S.W.
D. Square

43. What type of screw head is shown in the diagram?

A. Cheese
B. Countersunk
C. Socket
D. Round
44. The welded joint represented is called .

A. coner joint
B. double v-butt
C. edge joint
D. lap joint
E. single X

45. What type of rivet head is labelled Q in the figure drawn?

A. Snap
B. Pan
C. Flat
D. Counter sunk
46. What is the name given to the figure shown?

A. Bidet
B. Cistern
C. Sink
D. Urinal
E. Water closet
 TOPIC: KEY AND KEYWAY
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. Which of the following keys drawn is suitable for a keyway in a tapered

part of a shaft?
A.

B.

C.

D.

2. Part B in the diagram shown is called key.

A. seat
B. stand
C. trench
D. way
E. well
3. The portion labelled Z in the figure drawn is called a .

A. pin
B. gear
C. spline
D. key

4. All the following are types of mechanical keys except .

A. feather
B. gib head
C. rectangular
D. stud
E. woodruff

5. The type of key shown in the figure drawn is key.

A. feather
B. round
C. saddle
D. semi-circular
E. wood ruff
6. Which of the following is a gib head key?
A.

B.

C.

D.

7. What type of key is suitable for the keyway as shown?

A. Rectangular
B. Feather
C. Gib head
D. Woodruff
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
8. What is the name of the key used in the assembly?

A. Grib head key

B. Taper key
C. Round key
D. Woodruff key
E. Square key

9. The type of key shown in the figure drawn is .

A. feather
B. round
C. saddle
D. semi-circular
E. wood ruff
10. What type of key is shown?

A. Semi-circular
B. Feather
C. Round
D. Saddle

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

11. Identify the part labelled S.

A. hub
B. boss
C. lug
D. shaft
E. spline
12. The type of key that is an integral part of
a shaft, which restricts independent movement of a hub is called .
A. woodruff
B. round
C. saddle
D. spline
E. taper

13.Which of the following is not a type of key?

A. Feather
B. Dowel
C. Gib
D. Woodruff
 TOPIC: LINK MECHANISM
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

In the mechanism shown, OW revolves about O and X slides along OY.

1. Which of the options drawn represents the locus of P, mid-point of XW,
after a complete revolution?

A.

B.

C.

D.

2. What will be the locus of point P in the diagram drawn after a complete
revolution of the crank OB?

A. Circle
B. Ellipse
C. Cycloid
D. Helix
E. Involute
The figure drawn shows a link mechanism. PX is the crank and XQ is the
connecting rod. PX = 100 mm, XQ = 300 mm and PQ is horizontal.
3. What is the minimum horizontal displacement (stroke) of Q as PX rotates about P?

A. 100 mm
B. 150 mm
C. 200 mm
D. 300 mm
E. 400 mm

The figure drawn shows a link mechanism. PX is the crank and XQ is the
connecting rod. PX = 100 mm, XQ = 300 mm and PQ is horizontal.
4. What is the maximum horizontal displacement (stroke) of Q as PX rotates about P?

A. 100 mm
B. 150 mm
C. 200 mm
D. 300 mm
E. 400 mm
In the mechanism shown in the diagram drawn the link AB slides through a
pivoted block C as the crank AO revolves about O.
5. Which of the following is the locus of point B?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
 TOPIC: MECHANICAL DRAWING
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

1. What draughting term is used for the ringed number?

A. Part list
B. Material list
C. Part name
D. Reference ballon

2. Which of the following does not use the principle of the drawn mechanism?

A. Automobile engine
B. Power hacksaw
C. Sewing machine
D. Circular saw
3. Identify the symbol for the type of welding joint shown in the figure drawn.

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

4. The tool shown in the figure is called .

A. an augur bit
B. a twist drill
C. a lathe cutting tool
D. a centre drill
E. a brace
5. Which of the following shows a part section?
A.

B.

C.

D.

6. What is the name of the polygon in the spanner drawn?

A. Decagon
B. Heptagon
C. Hexagon
D. Octagon
E. Pentagon
7. Which of the following shows the conventional representation of a splined shaft?

A.

B.

C.

D.

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

8. To which class of tool does it belong?

A. Measuring tool
B. Abrasive tool
C. Geometrical tool
D. Cutting tool
E. Boring tool
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
9. Identify the machining process conventionally illustrated on the part marked Y.

A. Smoothing
B. Knurling
C. Polishing
D. Threading

10. The profile of a spur gear is .

A. cycloid
B. involute
C. helix
D. hypocycloid
11. Which of the following parts is not a member of the assembly whose two
views are shown?

A. Bolt
B. Web
C. Washer
D. Lever

12. What shape will be produced if point 'P' is plotted in the link mechanical
diagram shown?

A. Circle
B. Ellipse
C. Hyperbola
D. Helix
E. Parabola
13.The portion labelled X on the diagram drawn is called .

A. a boss
B. a counterbore
C. an ellipse
D. a countersunk

14.Which of the following is a scriber?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
15.The figure drawn shows a freehand sketch of a .

A. funnel stake
B. bick stake
C. hatchet stake
D. extinguisher stake

16.The portion marked X in the figure drawn is .

A. relessed
B. countersink
C. chanfered
D. spot faced
The figure shows a link mechanism. OA revolves about O and B slides along CO.
17. Which of the following represents the locus of P for one complete
revolution of the crank OA?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
18. In the construction of an
helix shown, K is called .

A. major axis
B. minor axis
C. directrix
D. lead

19.One of the basic guides to assembly drawing is .

A. knowledge of the size of assembled object
B. ability to use pencil and eraser neatly
C. knowledge of assembled object
D. drawing the assembly within stipulated time
E. drawing the assembly using appropriate projection
20. Which of the following is the correct sectional view on X - X?

A.

B.

C.

D.
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
21.Identify the item labelled 6.

A. Top cover
B. Ring washer
C. Gib key
D. inner valve

22. The figure drawn shows a section through .

A. countersunk hole
B. blind hole
C. cylindrical hole
D. counterbored hole
23. The diagram drawn represents .

A. spline on shaft
B. collar on shaft
C. bearing on shaft
D. square on shaft

24. What does a parts list show?

A. The arrangements of the assembled part
B. The size of each component
C. The number of items required for each unit
D. The number of parts that make a unit
E. The cost of parts that make a unit

25. What is the unit of electrical energy?

A. Kilo-amp.
B. Kilo-ohm.
C. Kilo watt hour.
D. Kilometre hour.
E. Kilovolt hour.
26. Which of the following is the conventional representation of a straight knurling?
A.

B.

C.

D.

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

27. Identify the joint drawn.

A. Screwed
B. Welded
C. Splayed
D. Ring
 TOPIC: SCREW THREAD
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. Which of the following tools is suitable for cutting the thread in the figure
drawn?

A. Tap
B. Wrench
C. Die
D. Drill

2. Screw thread profile is a practical application of .

A. an archemedian spiral
B. a cycloid
C. an epicycloid
D. a helix

3. The axial movement of a screw thread in one revolution is called .

A. pitch
B. crest
C. lead
D. flank
4. Which Isometric thread form has a thread angle of 29o?
A. British standard fine
B. Square
C. British standard pipe
D. Acme
E. Buttress

5. If a thread profile is designated as M8 × 1.6, what does 1.6 represent?

A. Pitch
B. Lead
C. Minor diameter
D. Major diameter

6. The thread form shown is .

A. acme
B. buttress
C. ISO
D. square
7. Which of the following represents a cotter pin?
A.

B.

C.

D.

8. To which of the following can the description threaded at both ends be applied?
A. Bolt
B. screw
C. Pin
D. Key
E. Stud
9. Which of the following is not represented in the assembly as shown?

A. Stud
B. Bolt
C. Washer
D. Nut

10. What type of screw head is shown in the diagram drawn?

A. Round
B. Cheese
C. Countersunk
D. Grub

11. In which of the following could the helix not be applied?

A. Screw threads
B. Springs
C. Cottered joints
D. Worm gears
E. Propeller blades
12.The sectional view drawn represents .

A. an internal thread
B. an external thread
C. a blind hole
D. a countersunk hole

13.Which of the options in the figure drawn represents the

pitch? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
14.Which of the figures drawn shows a cheese head screw?
A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
15.Which type of thread profile is shown in the diagram?

A. Buttress
B. BSW
C. ISO Metric
D. Acme

16.What does 6 g in the M5 × 0.8 6g specification represent?

A. Tolerance for external thread.
B. Tolerance for nut.
C. Tolerance for drilled hole
D. Tolerance for shaft.

17. Which of the following types of threads are used on the operating
spindles of jacks?
A. Vee
B. Square
C. Acme
D. Buttress
E. Pipe
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
18. Y in the figure represent .

A. lead
B. pitch
C. root
D. depth

19.Which of the following represents a countersunk head

screw? A.

B.

C.

D.
20. The fastener shown in the figure drawn is called .

A. a coach screw
B. a grub screw
C. a set screw
D. a cap screw
E. a thumb screw

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

21.S in the figure represents .

A. lead
B. pitch
C. root
D. depth
22. Which of the following is not a rivet?
A. Flat head
B. Pan head
C. Gib head
D. Snap head

23. Which of the following is not required to make a thread in a hole?

A. Die
B. Wrench
C. Drill
D. Tap

24. The surface labelled T in the figure drawn is .

A. knurled
B. removed
C. revolved
D. offset
25. In the figure drawn, which of the labelled dimensions represents the distance
abbreviated A/F?
A.

B.

C.

D.

E.
26. The two metals in the figure drawn are fastened together using .

A. bolt
B. stud
C. screw
D. weld

27. The figure drawn shows a .

A. rivet
B. screw
C. stud
D. shaft
E. bolt
28. Identify a rivet among the following
figures. A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

29. What type of thread profile is shown in the diagram drawn?

A. Whitworth
B. Acme
C. Buttress
D. Square
30. Which of the following is correctly
dimensioned? A.

B.

C.

D.

31.What type of screw is shown in the figure drawn?

A. Headless
B. Grub
C. Countersunk
D. Stud
E. Plain
32. Which of the symbols drawn is used to represent an external thread?
A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

33. Which isometric thread form has a thread angle of 29o?

A. Acme
B. British standard fine
C. British astandard whitworth
D. Buttress
E. Square
34. The rivet used in the joint shown is called .

A. snap head river

B. pan head river
C. countersunk head river
D. round countersunk head rivert
E. flat head rivet

35. The figure drawn shows the conventional representation of a .

A. washer
B. bearing
C. external screw thread
D. internal screw thread
The figure drawn shows a hexagonal nut.
36. What is the angle of the chamfer?

A. 15o
B. 30o
C. 45o
D. 60o
E. 70o

37. The fastener shown is called a .

A. grub screw
B. stud
C. bolt
D. set screw

38. The following are parts of a screw-thread except .

A. core diameter
B. crest
C. lead
D. root
E. tap
39. Which of the following is a stud?
A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

40. What type of thread form is shown?

A. Acme
B. Whitworth
C. Buttress
D. Square
41.Which of the symbols drawn is used to represent an internal thread?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

.
42. Which of the following is a cup grub screw?
A.

B.

C.

D.

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

43. The type of section shown in the figure drawn is .

A. aligned
B. removed
C. revolved
D. offset
ANSWERS
 TOPIC: BUILDING DRAWING
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. Which walls, on floor plans, are indicated with parallel short dashes?
A. Parapet walls
B. Dwarf walls
C. Overhanging offset walls
D. Walls above openings
The correct answer is option [D].

2. Which of the following is a shed roof?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [A].

The figure drawn shows a section through a foundation wall and window opening.
3. What are the structures labelled X and Y respectively called?

A. Wall plate and sill

B. Wall plate and lintel
C. Lintel and hood
D. Lintel and sill
E. Lintel and stud
The correct answer is option [D].

4. The following are types of windows except .

A. casement
B. gable
C. louvered
D. pivot
E. sliding
The correct answer is option [B].
Use the figure of the floor plan drawn to answer the question.
5. Which of the conventional symbols represents a sliding and folding door?

A. S
B. W
C. Y
D. X
The correct answer is option [B].

6. The part of the roof labelled K in the figure drawn is called .

A. bituminous felt
B. concrete roof
C. sandcrete screed
D. parapet wall
The correct answer is option [C]
7. Which of the conventional door symbols drawn represents double swing?
A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [B]

The plan of part of a bungalow is shown in the diagram.

8. The area 'S' is the .

A. bathroom
B. garage
C. kitchen
D. store
E. toilet
The correct answer is option [B].
9. An example of a monolithic construction is .
A. a cavity wall
B. a sandcrete block wall
C. a reinforced concrete garage wall
D. an arch wth regular voussoirs
The correct answer is option [C].

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

10. What type of staircase is in the figure drawn?

A. Dog-leg
B. Double flight
C. Double turn
D. Quarter turn
E. Straight flight
The correct answer is option [A].
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
11. What is the name of the staircase in the figure?

A. Dog leg.
B. Double flight.
C. Quarter turn.
D. Spiral.
E. Straight flight single.
The correct answer is option [E]

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

12.What is the name of the stair shown in the figure drawn?

A. Quarter turn
B. Straight flight
C. Dog leg
D. Spiral
The correct answer is option [A].
The figure drawn shows a section through a timber floor joist.
13.The part labelled K is the .

A. mineral felt
B. tongue and groove
C. plaster board
D. metal lathing
The correct answer is option [B].

14.What is done to prevent moisture from rising up building walls from the ground?
A. Build soakaway pit.
B. Fill the walls high with hard core layer.
C. Lay damp proof course.
D. Provide drainage.
E. Warm the entire building.
The correct answer is option [C]
15.The figure drawn shows the elevation of a door hinged at the .

A. bottom
B. left side
C. right side
D. top
The correct answer is option [D]

16.Which of the following is not represented in the sketch of a building foundation

drawn?

A. Cavity wall
B. Concrete slab
C. Earth filling
D. Foundation blinding
The correct answer is option [D].
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
17. How many flights has the staircase?

A. One
B. Two
C. Three
D. Four
The correct answer is option [B].

18. The figure drawn shows a .

A. stud
B. key
C. screw
D. bolt
The correct answer is option [A]
19.The following tools are suitable for removing a fastened nail from a wood except a
.
A. crow bar
B. pair of pliers
C. chisel
D. pair of pincers
The correct answer is option [C]

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

20. K and L in the figure refer to .

A. door and frame

B. door and window
C. lintel and window
D. plaster and wall
E. rendering and mortar
The correct answer is option [B].
The figure drawn shows a section through a window in a wall. Use the information to
answer the question.
21.The parts labelled X and Y respectively are .

A. wallplate and coping

B. lintel and sill
C. stud and throating
D. jamb and parapet
The correct answer is option [B].

22. Which of the following conventional symbols represents brick?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [A].

The figure drawn shows the diagram of a footstep bearing.
23. The parts labelled X and Y are referred to as .

A. bush and cylinder

B. bush and shaft
C. flange and shaft
D. rod and section
E. web and bush
The correct answer is option [B].

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

24. The part labelled 'Y' is called .

A. back filling
B. block wall
C. hard core
D. oversite concrete
E. foundation footing
The correct answer is option [B].
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
25. What is the name given to the part labelled 'A' in the figure?

A. Jamb
B. Lintel
C. Reveal
D. Sill
E. Threshold
The correct answer is option [D].

26. Which material convention is represented in the figure drawn?

A. Concrete
B. Glass
C. Hardcore
D. Stone
E. Timber
The correct answer is option [E].
27. The symbol drawn is used to represent .

A. bathtub
B. manhole
C. shower
D. water closet
The correct answer is option [C]

28. Identify the type of roof shown in the figure drawn.

A. Gable
B. Hipped
C. Mansard
D. Monitor
E. Shed
The correct answer is option [A].
29. The figure drawn represents gauge.

A. depth
B. dial
C. marking
D. mortise
E. screw
The correct answer is option [C].

30. The distance labelled Y is the .

A. depth
B. rise
C. thickness
D. span
The correct answer is option [B]
31.The building tool for compacting soil shown is called .

A. hammer
B. plumb
C. rammer
D. rangeboard
E. trowel
The correct answer is option [C].

32. Which of the following is not a member of a roof?

A. Queen post
B. Jamb
C. Purlin
D. Wallplate
The correct answer is option [B].
Use the figure shown to answer the question.
33. What are the names given to the parts labelled F, G, H and I in that order?

A. Linted, roofsheet, eaves, purlin

B. Purlin, roofsheet, lintel, throat
C. Purlin, sill, throat, lintel
D. Roofsheet, purlin, lintel, eaves
E. Throat, roofsheet, fasciaboard,
joist The correct answer is option [D].

34. Which of the following is used in buildings as a protective device for roof
members?
A. Ridge cap
B. Roof projection
C. Wall plate
D. Fascia board
E. Soffit
The correct answer is option [A].
35. Arrow Y on the end view points to .

A. a ridge cap
B. a facial
C. a roof cover
D. an eave
The correct answer is option [A]

The figure drawn shows the plan of a stair.

36. What is the part labelled P called?

A. Balustrade
B. Rail
C. Step
D. Well
E. Winder
The correct answer is option [D].
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
37. The parts labelled F, G, H are .

A. rafter, purlin, ridge cap

B. purlin, rafter, king post
C. rafter, ridge cap, batten
D. rafter, king post, purlin
E. ridge cap, batten, spar
The correct answer is option [A]

38. The part labelled X is called the .

A. springing line
B. span
C. base line
D. crown
The correct answer is option [B]
39. Which of the following material symbols represents glass?
A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [C].

40. What major purpose do passages, laundries, dinning halls, etc, serve when they
are intentionally located between bedrooms and living rooms?
A. To allow cross-ventilation between rooms
B. To reduce plumbing problems
C. To reduce building costs
D. To separate noisy and quiet
areas The correct answer is option
[A].
Use the figure shown to answer the question.
41.The part labelled J is known as .

A. architrave
B. curvature
C. lining
D. sill
E. throat
The correct answer is option [D].
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
42. What is the name given to the part labelled 'B' in the figure?

A. Jamb
B. Lintel
C. Reveal
D. Sill
E. Threshold
The correct answer is option [B].

43. Identify the type of roof shown.

A. Lean-to
B. Butter-fly
C. Hipped
D. Domed
The correct answer is option [C]
44. The part labelled K in the stair drawn is the .

A. newel
B. handrail
C. tread
D. rise
The correct answer is option [A]

45. The figure drawn shows a .

A. panel door
B. panel and glazed door
C. battened, ledged and braced door
D. battened and ledged door
The correct answer is option
[A]
Use the figure of the stair drawn to answer the question.
46. What is the distance labelled X called?

A. Tread
B. Going
C. Run
D. Waist
The correct answer is option [A].

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

47. The parts labelled H, I, J are .

A. ridge cap, main tie beam, wall plate

B. king post, wall plate, ceiling joist
C. ceiling joist, ridge cap, wall plate
D. spar, ceiling joist, wall plate
E. king post, spar, wall plate
The correct answer is option [A]
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
48. The view X of the hexagonal nut drawn is .

A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [D]

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
49. How many threads are there in the stair?

A. 6
B. 8
C. 10
D. 12
The correct answer is option [C].

50. What is the main purpose of a lintel on a door or window opening?

A. To beautify the door or window
B. To elongate the height of the wall above the opening
C. To rest on the door and window frame
D. To receive plastering
E. To support the weight above the opening
The correct answer is option [E].
The figure drawn shows a section through a timber floor joist.
51.The part labelled X is called .

A. fascia board
B. batten
C. rafter
D. wall plate
The correct answer is option [D].

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

52. In the diagram shown, the parts labelled K and L respectively are .

A. D.P.C, foundation footing

B. headcourse, window
C. lintel, slab
D. slab, wall
E. wall, window
The correct answer is option [B]
Use the figure of the panelled door drawn to answer the question.
53. The labelled portion S is the .

A. stile
B. middle rail
C. panel
D. bottom rail
The correct answer is option [D].

54. In the figure drawn the roof members P, Q, and R are .

A. ridge cap, wall plate and eave

B. ridge cap, wall plate and king post
C. wall plate, king post and facial board
D. wall plate, ridge cap and king
post The correct answer is option [A]
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
55. Identify the portions marked P and Q.

A. Ceiling and noggin

B. Lintel and zinc
C. Purlin and rafter
D. Ridge cap and king post
E. Strut and wall plate
The correct answer is option [D].

56. Recommend from underlisted, the door most suitable for a temporary ′tools and
materials′ storehouse on a construction site is .
A. flush.
B. glassed.
C. ledged and battened.
D. panel.
E. rotary.
The correct answer is option [C]
57. Identify the type of door opening symbol shown in the figure drawn.

A. Double swing
B. Double acting
C. Rolling
D. Revolving
E. Folding
The correct answer is option [D].

58. The highest point of an arch is called the .

A. crown
B. rise
C. span
D. run
The correct answer is option [A]

59. What is the path traced by a mouse running at a constant speed round a circle
marked on the floor of a lift which rises at a constant speed from the ground to
the tenth floor of a building?
A. Circle
B. Cycloid
C. Ellipse
D. Helix
The correct answer is option [D].
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
60. The figure can be identified as .

A. brick arch in a wall

B. door opening in a brick wall
C. segmental arch of window in a wall
D. window frame in a wall
E. window opening in a brick
wall The correct answer is option
[E].

Use the figure of a building plan drawn to answer the question.

61.Which of the following parts of the building will not be shown by section on XX?

A. Wall S
B. Door R
C. Window W1
D. Window W2
The correct answer is option [A].
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
62. Which roof member is labelled 'G'?

A. Beam
B. Purlin
C. Rafter
D. Strut
E. Tie beam
The correct answer is option [C].

63. What is the purpose of DPC in a building?

A. To distribute moisture
B. To prevent rise of moisture and dampness
C. To block loopholes for breeze
D. To prevent leakages
E. To provide heat insulation
The correct answer is option [B].

64. What type of door is shown in the figure drawn?

A. Ledged and braced

B. Ledged braced and battened
C. Panel
D. Ledged and battened
The correct answer is option [B].
Use the figure of a building plan drawn to answer the question.
65. Which of the following conventions will be used to represent the wall
Q on section XX?

A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [C].

66. Which of the following does a similar job as lintel?

A. Jamb
B. Sill
C. Truss
D. Arch
The correct answer is option [A]
The figure drawn shows a door frame. Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
67. The part labelled Z is the .

A. brace
B. jamb
C. head
D. horn
The correct answer is option [C]

The figure drawn shows a section through a foundation. Use the diagram to answer
the question.
68. The part labelled R is the .

A. blinding
B. wall
C. concrete strip
D. hardcore
The correct answer is option [C]
The figure drawn shows an incomplete sectional detail of a building foundation. Use it
to answer the question.
69. The part labelled Q is the .

A. floor level
B. hardcore
C. ground level
D. concrete slab
The correct answer is option [C].

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

70. The part labelled 'W' is called .

A. back filling
B. block wall
C. hard core
D. oversite concrete
E. foundation footing
The correct answer is option [D].
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
71. How many flights are in the stair case?

A. Six
B. Five
C. Four
D. Two
The correct answer is option [D].

72. Which type of stair way is often described as 'dog-leg'?

A. Geometrical
B. Half turn
C. Quarter turn
D. Spiral
E. Straight flight
The correct answer is option [B].
73. Identify the flight of the staircase
shown. A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [D]

74. Which of following is used to prevent damp penetration through the bottom of
window frames into the interior of the building?
A. Frame
B. Jamb
C. Reveal
D. Scoffit
E. Sill
The correct answer is option [E].
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
75. What are the names of the parts labelled W, X and Y in that order?

A. Going, hand rail, rise.

B. Going, rise, hand rail.
C. Hand rail, going, rise.
D. Hand rail, rise, going.
E. Rise, going, hand rail.
The correct answer is option [D]

76. Which of the following is the distance measured from the surface of one tread to
the next in a staircase?
A. Going
B. Landing
C. Nosing
D. Riser
E. Tread
The correct answer is option [D].
Use the figure showing a principal bonding in blockwork to answer the question.
77. The block labelled X is called .

A. closer
B. header
C. quoin
D. perpend
The correct answer is option [C].

78. The part labelled Y is called .

A. earth filling
B. damp proof course
C. hard core
D. concrete slab
The correct answer is option [C]
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
79. What is the part labelled X on the plan?

A. Floor
B. Tread
C. String
D. Landing
The correct answer is option [D].

80. Which of the following is not a type of foundation?

A. Raft
B. Pad
C. Strip
D. Hipped
The correct answer is option [D]
The figure drawn shows the profile of a stair. Use the diagram to answer the question.
81. The part labelled R is the .

A. landing
B. riser
C. flight
D. tread
The correct answer is option [B]

82. What type of roof is shown?

A. Lean-to
B. Mansard
C. Gable
D. Butterfly
The correct answer is option [C]

83. A function of an internal wall is to .

A. carry loads
B. divide the space
C. enhance wall stability
D. reinforce the foundation
The correct answer is option [B]
Use the figure of the floor plan drawn to answer the question.
84. Which of the elevations drawn represents the north view on a reduced scale?

A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [A].

85. The part of the roof labelled M in the figure drawn is called the .

A. hipped end
B. gable end
C. ridge
D. valley
E. eave
The correct answer is option [A].

86. Which of the building parts listed in the options is found on a staircase?
A. Eave
B. Sill
C. Jamb
D. Tread
The correct answer is option [D].
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
87. Which letter in the figure shows the limit of partial view?

A. G
B. H
C. K
D. J
E. I
The correct answer is option [C].

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

88. The part labelled T is the .

A. braze
B. batten
C. ledge
D. panel
The correct answer is option [B].
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
89. The type of door shown in the figure is .

A. ledge
B. batten
C. ledge and batten
D. panel and brazed
The correct answer is option [B].

90. The portion labelled T in the diagram drawn is called .

A. wallplate
B. rafter
C. purlin
D. ceiling joist
The correct answer is option [A]
91.Which scaled drawing shows buildings and their arrangement in a particular site?
A. Lay-out
B. Site plan
C. Survey plan
D. Aerial view
The correct answer is option [B].

92. Which of the following is a part of a staircase?

A. Balustrade
B. Quarter turn
C. Open well
D. Spiral
The correct answer is option [A].

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

93. The figure shown can be identified as stair.

A. geometric
B. half turn or dog leg
C. quarter turn
D. spring helical
E. straight flight
The correct answer is option [B].
The figure drawn shows part of a section through a roof and wall.
94. The part labelled S is called .

A. purlin
B. reinforced concrete
C. wallplate
D. lintel
The correct answer is option [C].

95. The details of the quantity of materials, including doors and windows, are
shown on a house plan using which of the following?
A. Table of specifications
B. Foot notes
C. Overlay diagrams
D. Door and window symbols
The correct answer is option [A].

96. The following are types of stair ways except .

A. dog-leg
B. quarter turn
C. spiral
D. straight flight
E. tread
The correct answer is option [C].
97. From the sketch drawn, the parts labelled M and N respectively are and
.

A. eaves, rafter
B. kingpost, purlin
C. purlin, wallpaper
D. rafter, kingpost
E. wallplate, noggings
The correct answer is option [C]

Use the figure of the panelled door drawn to answer the question.
98. Which of the labelled parts represents the muntin?

A. P
B. S
C. R
D. Q
The correct answer is option [D].
99. Which of the following is not a roof member?
A. Ridge
B. Muntin
C. Purlin
D. Rafter
The correct answer is option [B].

100. Which of the following is used to represent partitioning block?

A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [B].

101. What is the name of the building tool drawn?

A. Beech wood mallet

B. Builder's chisel
C. Mason's hammer
D. Wall chisel
E. Mason's axe
The correct answer is option [A].
The figure drawn shows the profile of a stair. Use the diagram to answer the question.
102. The part labelled Q is the .

A. tread
B. string
C. riser
D. landing
The correct answer is option [B]

103. The building tool shown is called .

A. builder's square
B. spirit level
C. trowel
D. steel rule
The correct answer is option [A].
104. Which of the roof types drawn is a gable
roof? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [D].

105. The type of drawing produced to show individual items in their relative
working positions is called .
A. detail drawing
B. auxiliary drawing
C. perspective drawing
D. orthographic drawing
E. assembly drawing
The correct answer is option [E].
106. Which of the following is not a part of a door?
A. Stile
B. Jamb
C. Sill
D. Frame
The correct answer is option [C]

107. Which of the following is a floor finish?

A. Concrete
B. Damp proof course
C. Earth
D. Hardcore
E. Screed
The correct answer is option [E].

108. The details of a foundation are usually shown on which of the following types of
drawings?
A. Elevation
B. Plan
C. Section
D. Layout
The correct answer is option [B].
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
109. The face marked Z is .

A. bored
B. step turned
C. chamfered
D. spot faced
The correct answer is option [C].

110. The part

of the figure shown labelled S and K are respectively .

A. stile and panel

B. post and frame
C. mullion and transome
D. rail and stile
The correct answer is option [D]
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
111. The part labelled K in the figure
represents .

A. flight
B. landing
C. nosing
D. rail
E. thread
The correct answer is option [B].

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

112. The portions labelled K and P
respectively are .

A. thread and nosing

B. landing and well
C. rise and going
D. ballustrade and headroom
The correct answer is option [B].
113. The part labelled Y
on the staircase as shown is called .

A. stringer
B. pitch
C. nosing
D. soffit
The correct answer is option [B]

114. The figure drawn shows the

half plan view of a .

A. lean-to-roof
B. gable roof
C. hip roof
D. butterfly roof
The correct answer is option [C]
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
115. The part labelled 'X' is .

A. back filling
B. block wall
C. hard core
D. oversite concrete
E. foundation footing
The correct answer is option [C].

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

116. The portion labelled Y is .

A. an internal thread
B. an external thread
C. a counterbored hole
D. a countersunk hole
The correct answer is option [A].
117. The part labelled X in the
drawing drawn is a .

A. wall plate
B. purlin
C. fascia board
D. ceiling joist
The correct answer is option [A]

118. In the diagram drawn, A and B are

and respectively.

A. headcourse, screed
B. lintel, threshold
C. lintel, door
D. floor, headcourse
E. slab, wall
The correct answer is option [B]
119. Plumb bulbs are used in
building sites for .
A. horizontal alignment
B. vertical alignment
C. roundness
D. squareness
The correct answer is option [B]

120. In the staircase shown identify the part labelled X.

A. Riser
B. Flight
C. Going
D. Landing
The correct answer is option [A].

121. The two main types of pitched roof

are .
A. gable and flat
B. gable and hip
C. hip and flat
D. flat and lean-to
The correct answer is option [B].
122.Which of the material symbols as shown represents a
glass? A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [B].

 TOPIC: BUILDING TOOLS
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. The tool sketched in the diagram

drawn is .

A. an allen key
B. a bradawl
C. a gimlet
D. a punch
E. a spike
The correct answer is option [A]

2. The tool sketched in the diagram shown is a .

A. hammer
B. mallet
C. marking gauge
D. mortise gauge
E. rammer
The correct answer is option [B]
3. Which type of roof is under construction in the figure drawn?

A. Lean-to
B. Hipped
C. Flat
D. Couple
E. Collar
The correct answer is option [B]

4. A hot metal is held in the foundry during forging by using a pair of .

A. pliers
B. scissors
C. shears
D. tongs
The correct answer is option [D]

5. Top soil is removed when erecting a building by using .

A. trowel
B. shovel
C. spirit level
D. mallet
The correct answer is option [B].
6. The building tool for setting corners of a building shown is called .

A. builders' square
B. plumb
C. rammer
D. tee-square
E. trowel
The correct answer is option [B].

7. The sheet metal tool shown is called .

A. an anvil
B. a bick iron
C. a swage block
D. a hammer
The correct answer is option [A]
8. The tool sketched drawn is .

A. an augur bit
B. a bradawl
C. a centre bit
D. a gimlet
E. a twist drill
The correct answer is option [D]

9. What is the name of the tool drawn?

A. Anvil
B. Cold-set
C. Fuller
D. Hardie
E. Tong
The correct answer is option [D].
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
10. The tool is suitable for .

A. measuring diameter
B. holding work piece
C. checking for squareness
D. fixing work piece
The correct answer is option [C].

11. Which of the following best describes the tool shown?

A. Float guage
B. Gauge level
C. Measuring tool
D. Rammer
E. Spirit level
The correct answer is option [E].
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
12.The tool shown in the figure is called .

A. calliper
B. try square
C. steel rule
D. scriber
The correct answer is option [B].
 TOPIC: CONVENTIONAL SYMBOLS
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. Which of the diagrams A - E shows a spring

washer? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [B].

2. Which of the following is the conventional representation of water?
A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [D]

3. Which of the following thread forms is ACME?

A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [C]

4. What does the conventional symbol drawn indicate?

A. Tension spring.
B. Splined shaft.
C. Serrated shaft.
D. Threaded hole.
E. Threaded shaft.
The correct answer is option [C]

5. Which of the following material symbols is insulator?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [C].

6. Which of the sanitary appliances shown represents water closet?
A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [C].

7. Which of the following is the symbol for external thread?

A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [B]

8. In a building drawing, the figure shown represents the cross section of a .

A. hardcore
B. loose insulator
C. planed timber
D. sawn timber
The correct answer is option [D]

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

9. The letter 'I' represents .

A. ball bearing
B. roller bearing
C. bar spring
D. extension spring
E. compression spring
The correct answer is option [E].
10. Which of the following symbols of door represents single leaf double
swing? A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [D].

11. The conventional

representation in the diagram is .

A. compression spring with eyes

B. cylinder leaf spring with eyes
C. semi-elliptical leaf spring with eyes
D. semi-compression leaf spring with
eyes The correct answer is option [C].
12.In a building drawing, the figure shown represents a .

A. water closet
B. bath
C. manhole
D. shower
The correct answer is option [A]

13.The following represents the conventional thread profile;

I.BSF
II.ACME
III.BSS
IV. BSW
Which of the options is correct?
A. I, II, & IV.
B. Ì & II
C. I, II, III & IV
D. II, III, & IV
The correct answer is option [A]
14.The symbol shown is the conventional representation of a .

A. double compression spring

B. tension spring
C. semi-elliptical spring
D. compression spring
The correct answer is option [C]

15.Which of the symbols drawn represents a wash hand basin?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [C]

16.The electrical symbol shown represents .

A. a signal lamp
B. a filament lamp
C. an amplifier
D. a battery
E. a transistor
The correct answer is option [B].

17. Which of the following building materials is represented in the figure drawn?

A. Stone
B. Plywood
C. Brick
D. Earth
E. Hardcore
The correct answer is option [C].
18. The figure
drawn shows the conventional representation of a .

A. cylindrical compression spring

B. conical compression spring
C. cylinderical torsion spring
D. conical tension spring
The correct answer is option [A].

19.The material symbol drawn represents .

A. water
B. insulator
C. glass
D. steel
The correct answer is option [C]

20. Which of the following is not a conventional thread profile?

A. BSF
B. BSS
C. BSW
D. ACME
The correct answer is option [B].
21. Which of the following is the conventional representation of
earth? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [C].

22. Which of the diagrams drawn is a schematic representation of a compression

spring?
A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [A]

23. The conventional representation of the figure drawn is .

A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [B].

24. The portion labelled A in the figure drawn is the conventional representation of a
.

A. diamond knurling
B. square on shaft
C. splined shaft
D. bearing
E. bolt
The correct answer is option [D].
25. The symbol drawn is a convention of angle projection.

A. 1st
B. 2nd
C. 3rd
D. 4th
E. 5th
The correct answer is option [C].

26. The symbol of brass in engineering drawing is

. A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [A]

27. In building drawing the figure drawn is used to represent the cross section of
.

A. manufactured board
B. laminated board
C. sawn timber
D. planed timber
The correct answer is option [C]

28. Which of the following material symbols represents insulation?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [E]

29. Which of the following is a conventional representation of a hole on a circular
pitch?
A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [C].

30. What does the figure drawn symbolize?

A. Rectangle on shaft.
B. Circle on shaft.
C. Recessed part of shaft.
D. Square shaft.
E. Bearing on shaft.
The correct answer is option [D]

31.Which of the following material symbols represents brick?

A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [B]

32. Which of the following is the standard convention for holes on circular pitch?
A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [B].

 TOPIC: DIMENSIONING
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. Which of the following is correctly

dimensioned? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [D].

2. Which of the following machines part is correctly dimensioned?
A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [A].

3. The short parallel lines X and Y in the diagram drawn indicate .

A. continuity
B. demarcation
C. partial visibility
D. symmetry
The correct answer is option [D]
4. What type of information does the drawing in the figure shown convey?

A. An enlarged part
B. A reduced part
C. A removed part
D. A broken out part
E. A repetitive part
The correct answer is option [E].

5. Which of the following identifies the correct method of dimensioning an

angle? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [A]

6. In the figure drawn, P1 and P2 represent .

A. dimension lines
B. projection lines
C. centre lines
D. symmetry lines
The correct answer is option [D]

7. Which of the diagram in the options correctly shows the dimensions of the
eight holes drawn?
A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [A].

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
8. The component requires only one view to communicate fully the information
needed because .

A. all its parts are circular

B. it is very small
C. it is a standard knob
D. most machining processes are shown on the
elevation The correct answer is option [A].

9. Which of the following statements is true of the dimension drawn?

A. The figure is symmetrical.

B. The sizes of the holes are given.
C. The Q dimensions will not add up to the R dimensions.
D. One of the extreme horizontal Q dimensions is
unnecessary. The correct answer is option [D].
10. Which of the following is not associated with dimensioning?
A. Arrow head
B. Extension line
C. Leader
D. Outline
E. Visible gap
The correct answer is option [D].

11. Which of these is not a correct method of dimensioning a

circle? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [E].

12.Identify the WRONG method of dimensioning in the figure drawn.

A. E
B. D
C. C
D. B
E. A
The correct answer is option [A]

13.Which of the following illustrates the conventional method of dimensioning a

chamfered surface?
A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [D].

14.Which of the following is correctly
dimensioned? A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [D]

15.Arrow headed lines are used as .

A. dimension lines
B. projection lines
C. centre lines
D. hidden lines
The correct answer is option [A].
16.Which of the following is correctly
dimensioned? A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [B].

17. The type of

dimensioning shown in the diagram drawn is called .

A. chain
B. redundant
C. datum
D. auxiliary
The correct answer is option [D].
18.Which of the following methods of dimensioning a circle is
wrong? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [B].

19.The correct convention for writing 40 mm diameter, according to BS 308 is

.
A. 40Ø
B. Ø40
C. D40
D. 40 dia
The correct answer is option [B]
20. The figures drawn are correct methods of dimensioning except
. A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [E].

21.Which of the figures drawn is not correctly

dimensioned? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [E].

 TOPIC: ELECTRICITY - CONVENTIONAL
SYMBOLS
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. Which of the following symbols represents microphone in a building

drawing? A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [B]

2. The sketch drawn represents a .

A. fuse
B. stop valve
C. boiler
D. shower unit
E. switch
The correct answer is option [A]
3. The figure drawn shows various conventional symbols of electrical components.
Which of the following represents a fuse?

A.
B.
C.
D.

The correct answer is option [D].

4. Which of the following is the symbol for a transformer?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [A].

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
5. The part labelled 'X' is .

A. transformer
B. inductor
C. resistor
D. capacitor
E. generator
The correct answer is option [B].

6. Which of the following electrical symbols represents source of power?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [B].

7. Which of the electrical symbols drawn represents a buzzer?
A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [D]

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

8. The part labelled 'U' is .

A. single pole switch

B. fuse
C. terminal
D. resistor
E. D.C. motor
The correct answer is option [A].
9. The electrical symbol drawn is used to represent .

A. a variable capacitor
B. a variable resistor
C. an earth
D. a fuse
The correct answer is option [B].

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

10. The part labelled 'V' is called .

A. single pole switch

B. tag (terminal)
C. capacitor
D. resistor
E. fuse
The correct answer is option [E].
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
11. Which of the following is a variable resistor?

A. W
B. V
C. U
D. Y
E. X
The correct answer is option [D].

12.From the circuit drawn, letters U and W represent and .

A. battery, switch
B. capacitor, bell
C. filament lamp, capacitor
D. signal lamp, filament lamp
E. switch, bell
The correct answer is option [B]
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
13.The part labelled 'W' is .

A. fuse
B. single pole switch
C. tag (terminal)
D. capacitor
E. inductor
The correct answer is option [C].

14.Which of the electrical symbols drawn represents a resistor?

A.

B.

C.

D.
The correct answer is option [A]
15.The electrical symbol shown represents a .

A. loudspeaker
B. transistor
C. transformer
D. signal lamp
The correct answer is option [C].

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

16.The part labelled 'S' is .

A. A.C. generator
B. thermostat
C. rheostat
D. D.C. generator
E. D.C. motor
The correct answer is option [A].
17. The electrical symbol in
the figure drawn represents .

A. capacitor
B. transistor
C. triode
D. diode
The correct answer is option [B]

18.The figure drawn shows various conventional symbols of electrical

components. Which of them is a distribution board?
A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [C].

 TOPIC: ENGINEERING DRAWING
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. Which of the following is a method used to indicate the parts list in

assembly drawing?
A. Isometric scale
B. Item numbers
C. Orthographic projection
D. Specification
E. Title block
The correct answer is option [B].

2. The normal height of a door opening for residential building is .

A. 2500mm
B. 2100mm
C. 1200mm
D. 900mm
E. 750mm
The correct answer is option [B]

3. Which of the following is not obtainable in a title block in engineering drawing?

A. Drawing number
B. Job number
C. Scale
D. Specification
E. Title
The correct answer is option [B].
4. What operation has been carried out on the solid object shown in the figure
drawn?

A. Keying.
B. Welding.
C. Spot facing.
D. Riveting.
E. Knurling.
The correct answer is option [B]

The diagram of a welded joint is shown. Use the diagram to answer the question.
5. The weld in the joint is called .

A. butt
B. vertical
C. overhead
D. fillet
E. spot
The correct answer is option [D].
6. The welded joint shown in the figure drawn is called .

A. fillet
B. butt
C. spot
D. plug
E. stud
The correct answer is option [B].
 TOPIC: ENGINEERING SYMBOL
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. The treatment on the

head of the component drawn is .

A. cross hatching
B. diamond knurling
C. serration
D. spot-facing
E. straight knurling
The correct answer is option [B].

2. The type of weld represented by the drawing of a welding symbol shown is called
.

A. fillet
B. butt
C. vertical
D. overhead
E. flat
The correct answer is option [B].
The sketch drawn is one of the plan of the rooms in a residential building. Use it to
answer the question.
3. What does the symbol Y represent?

A. Switch
B. Master clock
C. Remote control
D. Fan point
E. Filament lamp
The correct answer is option [D].

4. The figure drawn shows the convention for representing a .

A. hole on shaft
B. square on shaft
C. bearing on shaft
D. pulley on shaft
The correct answer is option [C]
5. The figure drawn shows .

A. an electrical symbol
B. a welding symbol
C. a machining symbol
D. a plumbing symbol
The correct answer is option [C]

6. Which of the following is the conventional representation of insulation materials?

A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [C].

7. The material symbol shown represents .

A. wood
B. brick
C. concrete
D. glass
The correct answer is option [A].
 TOPIC: FASTENERS AND LOCKING DEVICES
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. The figure drawn shows a head screw.

A. cheese
B. counter bore
C. counter sunk
D. philips
E. round
The correct answer is option [A].

2. Which of the fastenings drawn has a cheese

head? A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [C].

3. Which of the following is a frictional locking device?
A. Split pin
B. Lock nut
C. Slotted nut
D. Taper pin
The correct answer is option [B]

4. In the figure drawn, the fasteners used to hold the parts are .

A. a bolt, a tapped hole and a nut

B. a nut, a bearing and set screw
C. a screw, a nut and a washer
D. a bolt, a nut and a washer
E. a bearing, a rivet and a
washer The correct answer is
option [D].

5. A screw is prevented from self unscrewing by using any of the following except a
.
A. washer
B. lock put
C. split pin
D. taper pin
The correct answer is option [A].
6. Which of the following locking devices is used at the position labelled K in
the assembly shown?

A. Key
B. Bolt
C. Cotter
D. Washer
E. Stud
The correct answer is option [C].

7. The following are locking devices:

I Locking plate
II Castle nut
III Grub screw
Which of them is/are positive locking devices?
A. I and II only
B. I and III only
C. II and III only
D. III only
E. I, II and III
The correct answer is option [B]
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
8. Which type of screw head is used to fasten components R and S?

A. Star
B. Socket
C. Sloted
D. Hexagonal
E. Cylindrical head
The correct answer is option [B]

9. Which of the following fasteners is a locking device?

A. Bolt
B. Coach screw
C. Grub screw
D. Rivet
E. Stud
The correct answer is option [A].

10. A section of a machine component is described as rotated when it is .

A. removed and drawn adjacent to its profile
B. turned round and drawn as a back view
C. turned through 90o and drawn on the elevation
D. drawn in section as a rotating exterior
view The correct answer is option [C].
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
11. Which of these is a split pin?

A. S
B. N
C. R
D. T
E. Q
The correct answer is option [D].

12.What type of rivet head is shown in the figure drawn?

A. Countersunk head.
B. Snap head.
C. Conical head.
D. Flat head.
E. Pan head.
The correct answer is option [E]
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
13.Which of the following provides a permanent joint?

A. O
B. N
C. R
D. P
E. Q
The correct answer is option [D].

14.What type of nut is shown in the figure drawn?

A. Castle
B. Lock
C. Wing
D. Slotted
The correct answer is option [D]
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
15.Which of the devices is capable of preventing isolated movement of spindle
of shaft?

A. M
B. N
C. Q
D. R
E. S
The correct answer is option [B].

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

16.Which tool is most appropriate for use on the fastener in the figure drawn?

A. Star screwdriver
B. Spanner
C. Allen key
D. Philips head wrench
E. Flat head screwdriver
The correct answer is option [C]
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
17. The figure drawn represents joint.

A. double riveted lap

B. double strap butt
C. double zig-zag riveted
D. single riveted lap
E. single strap butt
The correct answer is option [D].

18.In the assembly drawn which of the following types of fastner is suitable for
the hole labelled K?

A. Feather key
B. Split pin
C. Cotter pin
D. Gib-head key
The correct answer is option [C]
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
19.To ensure safe locking, the nut in the figure drawn requires a .

A. locknut
B. taper pin
C. split pin
D. dowel pin
The correct answer is option [B]

20. What type of locking device is suitable for the nut shown in the figure drawn?

A. Lock nut
B. Cotter pin
C. Split pin
D. Castle nut
The correct answer is option [C].
21. Which of the following is a frictional locking
device ? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [A].

22. The profile of a screw thread is .

A. a cycloid
B. an ellipse
C. a helix
D. an involute
The correct answer is option [C].
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
23. The figure drawn shows a section through a lock-nut. What is the part labelled X
called?

A. Split pin
B. Spring washer
C. Locking screw
D. Tab washer
The correct answer is option [C].

24. The figure drawn can be identified as .

A. bolt
B. spline shaft
C. feather key
D. stud
E. taper pin
The correct answer is option [E].
25. Which of the following options represents the section X-X of the
component drawn?

A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [A].

26. A two start thread is preferred to a single start thread on a cream cover because
it .
A. looks more beautiful
B. is very tight
C. tightens slowly and perfectly
D. tightens faster
E. tightens without damaging it
The correct answer is option [C].

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

27. The type of fastener used in the component is .

A. rivet
B. bolt
C. screw
D. split pin
E. stud
The correct answer is option [].
28. The locking device shown is called a .

A. locking plate
B. wire locking
C. screw lock
D. siamese tab washer
The correct answer is option [D]

29. Identify the thread form shown.

A. Acme
B. Metric
C. B.S pipe
D. Buttress
E. Square
The correct answer is option [D].

30. Which of the following is a permanent locking device?

A. Rivet
B. Screw
C. Bolt and nut
D. Locknut and pin
The correct answer is option [A]
31.The item P in the diagram shown is a .

A. round key
B. split pin
C. splined shaft
D. cotter
The correct answer is option [B].

32. Which of the following is a type of positive locking washer?

A. Plain
B. Spring
C. Tab
D. Star
The correct answer is option [D].

33. Which of the following fasteners has thread on both ends?

A. Bolt and Nut
B. Cheese-head screw
C. Grub screw
D. Stud
E. Thumb screw
The correct answer is option [D].
34. Identify the fastener shown.
A. Square nut
B. Castle nut
C. Stiff nut
D. Slotted nut
E. Lock nut
The correct answer is option [E].

35. Which of the following is not a permanent fastener?

A. Rivet
B. Weld
C. Solder
D. Screw
The correct answer is option [D].

36. Which of these fastenings is used in securing a bicycle crank to its spindle?
A. Key
B. Cotter pin
C. Bolt and nut
D. Screw
The correct answer is option [B].

37. Which of the following is suitable for joining a flywheel to a shaft?

A. Screw
B. Rivet
C. Key
D. Soldering
The correct answer is option [C].
38. The pin shown in the figure drawn is called .

A. taper
B. cotter
C. dowel
D. split
The correct answer is option [B]

39. Which of the following shows a tapped through hole?

A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [B]

40. The figure drawn shows two views of a .

A. bush
B. boss
C. nut
D. washer
The correct answer is option [A].

41.How is the pitch of a screw thread dimensioned?

A. From apex to apex
B. From apex to flank
C. From root to crest
D. From root to pitch line
The correct answer is option [A].

42. Which of the following thread profiles is shown in the diagram?

A. Buttress
B. ACME
C. B.S.W.
D. Square
The correct answer is option [B].
43. What type of screw head is shown in the diagram?

A. Cheese
B. Countersunk
C. Socket
D. Round
The correct answer is option [D].

44. The welded joint represented is called .

A. coner joint
B. double v-butt
C. edge joint
D. lap joint
E. single X
The correct answer is option [B].
45. What type of rivet head is labelled Q in the figure drawn?

A. Snap
B. Pan
C. Flat
D. Counter sunk
The correct answer is option [B].

46. What is the name given to the figure shown?

A. Bidet
B. Cistern
C. Sink
D. Urinal
E. Water closet
The correct answer is option [D].
 TOPIC: KEY AND KEYWAY
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. Which of the following keys drawn is suitable for a keyway in a tapered

part of a shaft?
A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [D].

2. Part B in the diagram shown is called key.

A. seat
B. stand
C. trench
D. way
E. well
The correct answer is option [D]
3. The portion labelled Z in the figure drawn is called a .

A. pin
B. gear
C. spline
D. key
The correct answer is option [D]

4. All the following are types of mechanical keys except .

A. feather
B. gib head
C. rectangular
D. stud
E. woodruff
The correct answer is option [D].

5. The type of key shown in the figure drawn is key.

A. feather
B. round
C. saddle
D. semi-circular
E. wood ruff
The correct answer is option [B].
6. Which of the following is a gib head key?
A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [B]

7. What type of key is suitable for the keyway as shown?

A. Rectangular
B. Feather
C. Gib head
D. Woodruff
The correct answer is option [B].
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
8. What is the name of the key used in the assembly?

A. Grib head key

B. Taper key
C. Round key
D. Woodruff key
E. Square key
The correct answer is option [D].

9. The type of key shown in the figure drawn is .

A. feather
B. round
C. saddle
D. semi-circular
E. wood ruff
The correct answer is option [E].
10. What type of key is shown?

A. Semi-circular
B. Feather
C. Round
D. Saddle
The correct answer is option [B].

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

11. Identify the part labelled S.

A. hub
B. boss
C. lug
D. shaft
E. spline
The correct answer is option [D].
12. The type of key that is an integral part of
a shaft, which restricts independent movement of a hub is called .
A. woodruff
B. round
C. saddle
D. spline
E. taper
The correct answer is option [E].

13.Which of the following is not a type of key?

A. Feather
B. Dowel
C. Gib
D. Woodruff
The correct answer is option [B].
 TOPIC: LINK MECHANISM
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

In the mechanism shown, OW revolves about O and X slides along OY.

1. Which of the options drawn represents the locus of P, mid-point of XW,
after a complete revolution?

A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [A]

2. What will be the locus of point P in the diagram drawn after a complete
revolution of the crank OB?

A. Circle
B. Ellipse
C. Cycloid
D. Helix
E. Involute
The correct answer is option [B]
The figure drawn shows a link mechanism. PX is the crank and XQ is the
connecting rod. PX = 100 mm, XQ = 300 mm and PQ is horizontal.
3. What is the minimum horizontal displacement (stroke) of Q as PX rotates about P?

A. 100 mm
B. 150 mm
C. 200 mm
D. 300 mm
E. 400 mm
The correct answer is option [C]

The figure drawn shows a link mechanism. PX is the crank and XQ is the
connecting rod. PX = 100 mm, XQ = 300 mm and PQ is horizontal.
4. What is the maximum horizontal displacement (stroke) of Q as PX rotates about P?

A. 100 mm
B. 150 mm
C. 200 mm
D. 300 mm
E. 400 mm
The correct answer is option [E].
In the mechanism shown in the diagram drawn the link AB slides through a
pivoted block C as the crank AO revolves about O.
5. Which of the following is the locus of point B?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [C].

 TOPIC: MECHANICAL DRAWING
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

1. What draughting term is used for the ringed number?

A. Part list
B. Material list
C. Part name
D. Reference ballon
The correct answer is option [A].

2. Which of the following does not use the principle of the drawn mechanism?

A. Automobile engine
B. Power hacksaw
C. Sewing machine
D. Circular saw
The correct answer is option [D].
3. Identify the symbol for the type of welding joint shown in the figure drawn.

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [E]

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

4. The tool shown in the figure is called .

A. an augur bit
B. a twist drill
C. a lathe cutting tool
D. a centre drill
E. a brace
The correct answer is option [B].
5. Which of the following shows a part section?
A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [C]

6. What is the name of the polygon in the spanner drawn?

A. Decagon
B. Heptagon
C. Hexagon
D. Octagon
E. Pentagon
The correct answer is option [C].
7. Which of the following shows the conventional representation of a splined shaft?

A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [D].

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

8. To which class of tool does it belong?

A. Measuring tool
B. Abrasive tool
C. Geometrical tool
D. Cutting tool
E. Boring tool
The correct answer is option [E].
Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
9. Identify the machining process conventionally illustrated on the part marked Y.

A. Smoothing
B. Knurling
C. Polishing
D. Threading
The correct answer is option [B].

10. The profile of a spur gear is .

A. cycloid
B. involute
C. helix
D. hypocycloid
The correct answer is option [B]
11. Which of the following parts is not a member of the assembly whose two
views are shown?

A. Bolt
B. Web
C. Washer
D. Lever
The correct answer is option [C]

12. What shape will be produced if point 'P' is plotted in the link mechanical
diagram shown?

A. Circle
B. Ellipse
C. Hyperbola
D. Helix
E. Parabola
The correct answer is option [B].
13.The portion labelled X on the diagram drawn is called .

A. a boss
B. a counterbore
C. an ellipse
D. a countersunk
The correct answer is option [A]

14.Which of the following is a scriber?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [E].

15.The figure drawn shows a freehand sketch of a .

A. funnel stake
B. bick stake
C. hatchet stake
D. extinguisher stake
The correct answer is option [A].

16.The portion marked X in the figure drawn is .

A. relessed
B. countersink
C. chanfered
D. spot faced
The correct answer is option [C].
The figure shows a link mechanism.OA revolves about O and B slides along CO.
17. Which of the following represents the locus of P for one complete
revolution of the crank OA?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [B].

18. In the construction of an
helix shown, K is called .

A. major axis
B. minor axis
C. directrix
D. lead
The correct answer is option [D].

19.One of the basic guides to assembly drawing is .

A. knowledge of the size of assembled object
B. ability to use pencil and eraser neatly
C. knowledge of assembled object
D. drawing the assembly within stipulated time
E. drawing the assembly using appropriate projection
The correct answer is option [A].
20. Which of the following is the correct sectional view on X - X?

A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [B].

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.
21.Identify the item labelled 6.

A. Top cover
B. Ring washer
C. Gib key
D. inner valve
The correct answer is option [C].

22. The figure drawn shows a section through .

A. countersunk hole
B. blind hole
C. cylindrical hole
D. counterbored hole
The correct answer is option [A]
23. The diagram drawn represents .

A. spline on shaft
B. collar on shaft
C. bearing on shaft
D. square on shaft
The correct answer is option [C]

24. What does a parts list show?

A. The arrangements of the assembled part
B. The size of each component
C. The number of items required for each unit
D. The number of parts that make a unit
E. The cost of parts that make a unit
The correct answer is option [D].

25. What is the unit of electrical energy?

A. Kilo-amp.
B. Kilo-ohm.
C. Kilo watt hour.
D. Kilometre hour.
E. Kilovolt hour.
The correct answer is option [C]
26. Which of the following is the conventional representation of a straight knurling?
A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [A].

Use the diagram drawn to answer the question.

27. Identify the joint drawn.

A. Screwed
B. Welded
C. Splayed
D. Ring
The correct answer is option [B].
 TOPIC: SCREW THREAD
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answer from the lettered options.

1. Which of the following tools is suitable for cutting the thread in the figure
drawn?

A. Tap
B. Wrench
C. Die
D. Drill
The correct answer is option [C].

2. Screw thread profile is a practical application of .

A. an archemedian spiral
B. a cycloid
C. an epicycloid
D. a helix
The correct answer is option [D]

3. The axial movement of a screw thread in one revolution is called .

A. pitch
B. crest
C. lead
D. flank
The correct answer is option [C].
4. Which Isometric thread form has a thread angle of 29o?
A. British standard fine
B. Square
C. British standard pipe
D. Acme
E. Buttress
The correct answer is option [D]

5. If a thread profile is designated as M8 × 1.6, what does 1.6 represent?

A. Pitch
B. Lead
C. Minor diameter
D. Major diameter
The correct answer is option [A]

6. The thread form shown is .

A. acme
B. buttress
C. ISO
D. square
The correct answer is option [B]
7. Which of the following represents a cotter pin?
A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [C]

8. To which of the following can the description threaded at both ends be applied?
A. Bolt
B. screw
C. Pin
D. Key
E. Stud
The correct answer is option [E].
9. Which of the following is not represented in the assembly as shown?

A. Stud
B. Bolt
C. Washer
D. Nut
The correct answer is option [B].

10. What type of screw head is shown in the diagram drawn?

A. Round
B. Cheese
C. Countersunk
D. Grub
The correct answer is option [B]

11. In which of the following could the helix not be applied?

A. Screw threads
B. Springs
C. Cottered joints
D. Worm gears
E. Propeller blades
The correct answer is option [C].
12.The sectional view drawn represents .

A. an internal thread
B. an external thread
C. a blind hole
D. a countersunk hole
The correct answer is option [A].

13.Which of the options in the figure drawn represents the

pitch? A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [C].

14.Which of the figures drawn shows a cheese head screw?
A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [E].

15.Which type of thread profile is shown in the diagram?

A. Buttress
B. BSW
C. ISO Metric
D. Acme
The correct answer is option [D].

16.What does 6 g in the M5 × 0.8 6g specification represent?

A. Tolerance for external thread.
B. Tolerance for nut.
C. Tolerance for drilled hole
D. Tolerance for shaft.
The correct answer is option [A]

17. Which of the following types of threads are used on the operating
spindles of jacks?
A. Vee
B. Square
C. Acme
D. Buttress
E. Pipe
The correct answer is option [B].
Use the figure drawn to answer the question.
18. Y in the figure represent .

A. lead
B. pitch
C. root
D. depth
The correct answer is option [B].

19.Which of the following represents a countersunk head

screw? A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [C].

20. The fastener shown in the figure drawn is called .

A. a coach screw
B. a grub screw
C. a set screw
D. a cap screw
E. a thumb screw
The correct answer is option [B].

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

21.S in the figure represents .

A. lead
B. pitch
C. root
D. depth
The correct answer is option [D].
22. Which of the following is not a rivet?
A. Flat head
B. Pan head
C. Gib head
D. Snap head
The correct answer is option [C].

23. Which of the following is not required to make a thread in a hole?

A. Die
B. Wrench
C. Drill
D. Tap
The correct answer is option [A]

24. The surface labelled T in the figure drawn is .

A. knurled
B. removed
C. revolved
D. offset
The correct answer is option [A]
25. In the figure drawn, which of the labelled dimensions represents the distance
abbreviated A/F?
A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [A]

26. The two metals in the figure drawn are fastened together using .

A. bolt
B. stud
C. screw
D. weld
The correct answer is option [A].

27. The figure drawn shows a .

A. rivet
B. screw
C. stud
D. shaft
E. bolt
The correct answer is option [C]
28. Identify a rivet among the following
figures. A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [D]

29. What type of thread profile is shown in the diagram drawn?

A. Whitworth
B. Acme
C. Buttress
D. Square
The correct answer is option [B].
30. Which of the following is correctly
dimensioned? A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [B]

31.What type of screw is shown in the figure drawn?

A. Headless
B. Grub
C. Countersunk
D. Stud
E. Plain
The correct answer is option [B].
32. Which of the symbols drawn is used to represent an external thread?
A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [D].

33. Which isometric thread form has a thread angle of 29o?

A. Acme
B. British standard fine
C. British astandard whitworth
D. Buttress
E. Square
The correct answer is option [A].
34. The rivet used in the joint shown is called .

A. snap head river

B. pan head river
C. countersunk head river
D. round countersunk head rivert
E. flat head rivet
The correct answer is option [A].

35. The figure drawn shows the conventional representation of a .

A. washer
B. bearing
C. external screw thread
D. internal screw thread
The correct answer is option [D]
The figure drawn shows a hexagonal nut.
36. What is the angle of the chamfer?

A. 15o
B. 30o
C. 45o
D. 60o
E. 70o
The correct answer is option [B].

37. The fastener shown is called a .

A. grub screw
B. stud
C. bolt
D. set screw
The correct answer is option [B]

38. The following are parts of a screw-thread except .

A. core diameter
B. crest
C. lead
D. root
E. tap
The correct answer is option [E].
39. Which of the following is a stud?
A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [B]

40. What type of thread form is shown?

A. Acme
B. Whitworth
C. Buttress
D. Square
The correct answer is option [C].
41.Which of the symbols drawn is used to represent an internal thread?

A.

B.

C.

D.

E.

The correct answer is option [E].

42. Which of the following is a cup grub screw?
A.

B.

C.

D.

The correct answer is option [B]

Use the figure drawn to answer the question.

43. The type of section shown in the figure drawn is .

A. aligned
B. removed
C. revolved
D. offset
The correct answer is option [C]