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Index No: …………………………………………(Aptitude Test 2019 | B Arch Hons and BLA Hons |Dept of Architecture |UOM, Sri Lanka)
Department of Architecture
Faculty of Architecture
University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
March 16, 2019
APTITUDE TEST
for the Admission to Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) Honors Degree and Bachelor of Landscape Architecture
(BLA) Honors Degree Programs -2019
Duration
Three Hours- 03 Hours - for both Section 1 and Section 2
General Instructions to Candidates
1. Spend at least15 minutes to read this question paper carefully at the beginning.
2. This paper contains Two (2) Sections.
3. Answer all questions.
4. To pass this aptitude test, a candidate should obtain a minimum mark of 60% of the allocated
marks for the each “Section” (1 and 2).
5. Questions should be answered in ENGLISH only. (Sinhala and Tamil translation will be given on
request but you are required to answer on the English version (original paper).
6. All questions to be answered on the question paper it-self.
7. Extra answer sheets will not be provided.
8. Extra A4 blank sheets for rough work will be issued on request.
9. Candidates must write their Index Number clearly and correctly on all answer sheets.
10. Section 2 with 20 - IQ type questions will be given 40 minutes before the closing time.
11. Stop when instructed and place the answered paper face down on your desk.
12. See the page numbers in order – this paper (in both Sections 1 and 2) has 12 pages.
13. Use graphite (B) pencils for sketching and drawings.
14. DO NOT USE COLORS for sketching and drawings.
Section 1
Question One /20
Question Two /20
Question Three /15
Question Four /10
Question Five /15
Section 2 will be given at 11.20 am Section 2
This section has 20- IQ type Questions
20 -IQs /20
Total /100
Questions in Section 1 are based on visualization, imagination and creativity in respect to i) two and three
dimensional objects, ii) combination and composition of two and three dimensional elements, spaces or shapes,
iii) subtle understanding of scale and proportions, imaginative comprehension and expression etc.
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This page is BLANK – do not write or draw
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Section 1 Answer all questions in this Section

(Section 2 will be given at 11.20 am)
Neatness
Question One – 20 marks 5 marks
A grasshopper sitting on the edge of a ceiling fan blade in living room of a house captures images of
the space below. Its compound eyes are efficient to illustrate extensive images - not only from the
front but also from the backs and sides. Living room is rectangular in shape and tall. Its roof has a
large opening to get more natural light into the space. Doors and windows on the walls connect the
living room with its outside.
Depict a scenario, the grasshopper enjoys, on a sunny day. You may include people, pets, furniture and
equipment, or not. You can illustrate views from the living room or just within the living room.
▪Sketch (draw) the image within the space given below.

▪Objective of this question is to assess the level of imaginative comprehension and expression
Space for the sketch
Marking criteria
Pencil works, hatching, shading Sense of scale, proportions and Clarity and Placing in the space
and boldness of lines imagination neatness 3 marks
5 marks 10 marks 2 marks
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Question Two – 20 marks Neatness

Following figure shows a line diagram of a mature Mango [ Magnifera Indica] leaf. 5 marks
a). Complete the figure by adding fine details of a typical Mango leaf to highlight its three-
dimensional (3D) effect
b). Get inspired from the shape of the mango leaf and then illustrate an innovative and functional creation. The
size of the new creation could either be ten (10) times or fifty (50) times bigger than the actual size of a typical
mature mango leaf. Assume that the enlarged leaf is strong enough to use for its new purpose. Your
creation could be a life style product or an additional fitting for an interior of a building, garden or
public space. If necessary you can use other materials, such as timber, steel, fabric, threads etc with the
creation. Use the actual physical properties of the mango leaf in your creation i.e. softness, ability to
cut, bend, twist, fold, drill or any other. Use the page 5 (next page) to answer this part of the question.
Marking criteria
3D effect, hatching, shading and Accuracy and neatness
boldness of lines - 6 marks 4 marks
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Neatness
Question Two continued….. 5 marks
■Sketch the creation of part b). of Question Two in the space given below
■In addition, do the following along with your creation;
c). Draw at least three (3) annotated sketches for fabricating and fixing details that you will use in your
creation
Neatness Marking criteria

marks
Pencil works, hatching, shading and
boldness of lines - 10 marks
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Neatness
Question Three – 15 marks Space for parts b) and c) 5 marks
Your life experience with buildings, or urban (town)/rural (village) environments during school days
could be memorable. Answer Question (i) in English. Write on the given dotted lines below. Support
your reflection with ONE perspective sketch (either on an appreciation OR a criticism on a place that
you have experienced) in the given blank space.
i). Give a reflection (your idea) on why some spaces succeed (appreciation) while other spaces do not
(criticism). You can comment on any setting (or place) including your school building, school yard,
local street, temple, church, kovil, mosque or shopping center – 6 marks
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Marking criteria
On memorizing, clarity of the
Space for the sketch reflection and sketch - 9 marks
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Neatness
Question Four – 10 marks 5 marks
The picture below depicts diverse human activities in a place of various unique characteristics. Observe
this picture carefully and then write a reflection on given themes below. Your answers should be poetic
and inspirational.
Suggest a title for the image ……………………………………………………………………………………………….(3 marks)
Themes: Write below on activities, behavior/s and moods of people AND this urban environment
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Neatness
Question Five – 15 marks 5 marks
A cartoon can be used to express powerful ideas and messages. Following are few examples from
famous cartoonists. Give a suitable and innovative title for each cartoon. Identify the issue/s presented
in cartoons and write a reflection based on the issues hidden in each cartoon.
Caption/issue…………………………………………………
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Reflection………………………………………………………
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(worldcartoon.org). END of Section 1
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Continued from Section 1

This Section includes IQ (Intelligence Quotient) type questions that provide you an opportunity to demonstrate your
intelligence in various aspects related to general knowledge, problem solving, imagination etc.
Section 2 answer all questions
Questions 1 to 5 – 5 marks in total

Plan and Front views of five (5) objects are given below. There are four side views and one three
dimensional (3D) view given for some objects. Complete the gaps in the below diagram.
i.) 3D view of objects 1,3, 4 and 5 considering the directions marked with an arrow on Plan view.
ii.) Side view of object 2 from B
Question numbers 1 - 5
PLAN
VIEW
FRONT SIDE 3D VIEW
VIEW VIEW
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6 -8 Match the following left and right–(write the correct number in brackets - one mark for each
question if all answers are correct
6.
a. Between a rock and a hard place ( ) 1. A small part of something big
b. All in the same boat ( ) 2. Stuck between two very bad options
c. A drop in the bucket ( ) 3. Be patient
d. Good things come to those who wait.( ) 4.When everyone is facing the same challenges
7.
a. Adrenalin ( ) 1.Anger, fear, danger
b. Estrogen ( ) 2.Attracting partners through sense of smell
c. Insulin ( ) 3.Females
d. Pheromones ( ) 4.Glucose
8.
a. Nike ( ) 1.Connecting people
b. Nokia in Sri Lanka ( ) 2. I am loving it
c. L’oreal ( ) 3. Just do it
d. McDonalds ( ) 4. Because you are worth it
e. Ford ( ) 5. Kuch meetha ho jaye
f. Cadbury in India ( ) 6. The ultimate driving experience
9. Which of the following diagrams is the odd one out? Circle the answer - one mark
10. You are provided with four hexagon tiles as those shown in the illustration
The object is to create from these tiles, the contours of six regular hexagons. You can rotate
and/or overlap the tiles, but you are not allowed to flip them over- one mark
Draw here
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11. Following images illustrate a view of a gray color cardboard with a hole in the middle and
black color card board. How do you cut the black board into only two pieces so that they
will cover the hole in the gray board exactly? - one mark
Show your solution through a sketch on the given board below
12. Re-position two only (no more – no less) of the sticks so that you end up with four squares of
equal size and no sticks left over. - one mark
13. Name all logos given below - one mark if all correct
A B C D E F
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14. Add three sticks to form three squares without disturbing any of the other sticks. - one mark
15. Fill the numbers - one mark 16. Identify the suitable figure – circle the answer- one mark
Read the following passage and solve the questions 17-20 based on it. – one mark each
(i) A group of five boys A, B, C, D and E and a group of five girls P, Q, R, S and T are
standing in a row facing each other (not necessarily in the same order). The group of girls is
facing North.
(ii) E is not at any of the ends. C is to the immediate right of B and D is to the immediate left of
A, who is facing P. There are as many girls between P and Q as between R and S. A is second
to the left of B, S and R are not facing either B or D.
17.Which of the following indicates the pair of students standing at the ends of the row?
(a) CB (b) DB (c) CD (d) Cannot be determined
18. Which of the following is definitely true on the basis of the given information?
(a) C is second to the right of D (b) P is third to the right of Q (c) S is to the immediate right of
P (d) None of these
19. Who is standing to the immediate right of A?
(a) E (b) C (c) B (d) Cannot be determined
20. Who is facing A?
(a) R (b) S (c) P (d) None of these
▪End
Acknowledgement
http://www.silica.co.in/Arch-Sample%20-Papers%20.html
https://www.mitid.edu.in/dat-sample-paper.html
of the paper
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Department of Architecture
Faculty of Architecture
University of Moratuwa Sri Lanka
August 15 2020
APTITUDE TEST
for the Admission to Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) Honors Degree and Bachelor of Landscape Architecture
(BLA) Honors Degree Programs -2020
Duration
Two (2) hours and 30 minutes for Section 1 and 30 minutes for Section 2
General Instructions to Candidates
1. Read all the questions and instructions carefully
2. To pass this Aptitude Test, a candidate should obtain a minimum mark of 50% of the allocated marks
for the each “Section” (1 and 2).
3. This paper contains Two Sections (1 and 2) with a total of 13 pages.
4. Answer all questions in English on the English version (original paper) itself.
5. Candidates must write their Index Number clearly and correctly on all answer sheets.
6. Sinhala and Tamil translations of questions of Section 1 will be given.
7. Section 2 with 15 questions - will be given 30 minutes before the closing time.
8. Extra A4 blank sheets for rough work will be issued on request.
9. You are free to use COLORS for sketching and drawings as instructed in each question.
10. Stop work when instructed and attach both Sections (1 and 2) together
Section 1
Question One /10
Question Two /30
Section 1 is given at 09.00 am Question Three /10
This section has 4 general type questions
Question Four /20
Section 2
Section 2 will be given at 11.30 am 15-MCQ/Short /30
This section has 15 MCQ/short questions Questions
Total /100
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This page is BLANK – do not write or draw
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Section 1 Answer all questions in this paper and attach given A3 sheet with Question 2 (a) answer
Question 1 – [10 marks] Total marks
“The cartoon strip about a short story”. 5 marks
(a). Draw the last frame and fill all the text bubbles to complete the story. [7 marks]
(b). Write a title for the story. [3marks]
You will be assessed by relevance of your comments.
You will be assessed on the written text and the connections made between the visuals.
Suggested Title: …………………………………………………………………………………

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Total marks
Question 2 – [30 marks] 5 marks
Poster Design and Writing:
(a). Design a poster to promote walking and cycling in the city nearest to your home. [15 marks]
You can use up to a maximum of five (5) colours.
Use the A3 hard white paper given
(b). Write five (5) sentences explaining the advantages of walking and cycling in the cities. [15 marks]
Write your answer only in English.
You will be assessed on what you write.
You will be assessed on your handwriting.
Answers for (b).
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Question 3 – [10 marks] Ne Total marks

“Experience of the swing ride”
Imagine yourself during your school days, riding a swing in the school playground. 5 marks
(a). Create a drawing to capture your experience of the swing ride while you are
riding. [10 marks]
You are expected to draw your experience of riding the swing.
Use colors if you like.
Use the space below for the drawing of Question 3
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Question 4 - [20 marks] Total marks

“Wheel-barrow to Tree hut”
The image below shows a line drawing of a wheel-barrow made out of wood and steel.
The size of the wheel-barrow is indicated in meters.
(a). Study the image and sketch (draw) the following;
i). The view of the wheelbarrow directly from above (plan view) [4 marks]
ii). The view of the wheelbarrow directly from the long side (side elevation view) [3 marks]
iii).The view of the wheelbarrow directly from the font (front elevation view) [3 marks]
(b). Read the instructions below and design a Tree Hut with a simple way to reach it from the ground.
Use separated parts of the enlarged Wheel-barrow.
[10 marks]
Imagine the wheel-barrow to be three (3) times bigger than the sizes given above.
Assume that all individual parts of the enlarged wheel-barrow can be separated. You cannot cut the
separated parts in to smaller pieces.
You are given one (1) piece of 2m x 2m size fabric and some nails.
You also have five (5) pieces of 5m long rope to use. You can cut this rope into shorter pieces if
you like.
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Neatness
Space for the drawing of Section (a) of Question 4 5 marks
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Space for the drawing of Section (b) of Question 4 Neatness

5 marks
END of Section 1
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Continued from Section 1

This Section includes short and MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) that provide you an opportunity
to demonstrate your aptitude in various aspects related to spatial cognition, general knowledge,
problem solving, imagination etc.
Section 2
Instruction
There are fifteen (15) questions. Answer all questions in 30 minutes
Attached this “Section 2” to the “Section 1”and then handover to the Examination Supervisor
Check whether you have written your Index Number
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Question 1
Select the correct unfolded net (skeleton) of the 3D shape from the suggested 2D shapes (A, B or C)
[Two marks]
The figure on the left is a comple 3D Shape
Unfolded net (skeleton) A Unfolded net (skeleton) B Unfolded net (skeleton) C
Question 2
Which of the solid shapes shown could be made from the pattern?
(Two marks)
Pattern
Shape “A” Shape “B” Shape “C” Shape “D”
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Question 3
Figure on the left shows ONE (1) 30 cm ruler with THREE (3) more 15 cm rulers. Move only one
(1) of the rulers and make a square
[Two marks]
Figure on left Draw here
Question 4
Identify the suitable figure to complete the sequence
[Two marks]
Question 5
Identify the suitable figure to complete the sequence
[Two marks]
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Questions – from 6 to 10 – [10 marks in total]
Draw the “3D View” of each object considering the Plan View, Front View, Side View and
direction marked on Plan View (Refer the example given on top)
10
PLAN FRONT
VIEW
SIDE
VIEW
3D VIEW
VIEW
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Question 11
What bay number is this vehicle parked in?
[Two marks]
Write the correct number …………………………….
Question 12
What time is represented by the location of the Sun on the solar geometry diagram?
[Two marks]
A. 6 AM B. 9 AM C. 12 PM D. 3 PM
The Sun
Question 13
Identify the building/landscape shown
[Two marks in total for both]
Identify the building in picture given Identify the landscape in picture given above
above
A. Lotus Temple, Delhi, India A. Star Fort, Matara, Sri Lanka
B. Sydney Opera House, Australia B. Lankatilake Vihara, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka
C. St. Peters Basilica, Vatican City C. Galle Fort, Galle, Sri Lanka
D. Geggenheim Museum, Spain D. Colosseum, Italy
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Question 14-15
The Image shows a map of an old Fort. Study the map and answer the questions below. Scale is
given.
Question 14
[One mark each for (a) and (b)]
(a). If you are going from the Lighthouse to the School, what would be the shortest
distance that you have to walk?
A. 1.0 km B. 1.6 km C. 2.8 km D. 3.6 km
(b). If you are standing in the middle of Fort Bazaar looking straight at the Church, in which
direction can you see the Lighthouse?
A. South – West B. North-East C. East D. South-East
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Question 15
How will you give directions to someone to walk from Law Court Square to the Temple
passing the Lighthouse and the Mosque on the way?
[ Two marks]
A. Walk south along Leynbaan Street, turn left on to Pedlar Street, turn right on to
Lighthouse Street, continue walking north on Lighthouse Street.
B. Walk south along Leynbaan Street, turn right on to Pedlar Street, walk until you meet
Rampart Street and turn right and continue walking north on Rampart Street.
C. Walk towards Maritime Museum and turn right on to Church Street, continue walking
until you get to Rampart Street and continue walking south.
D. Walk south along Leynbaan Street, turn right on Pedlar Street, turn left on to Church
Street, continue south until you get to Lighthouse Street, turn right and continue walking
north.
▪End of the paper

Acknowledgement Wickijob.uk, freeimages.com, sciencedirect.com, Practiceaptitudetest.com
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This page is BLANK – do not write or draw

Section 1 Answer all questions in this Section

▪Sketch (draw) the image within the space given below.

Question Two – 20 marks Neatness

Neatness Marking criteria

Suggest a title for the image ……………………………………………………………………………………………….(3 marks)

(worldcartoon.org). END of Section 1

Continued from Section 1

Section 2 answer all questions

Questions 1 to 5 – 5 marks in total

Show your solution through a sketch on the given board below

This page is BLANK – do not write or draw

Suggested Title: …………………………………………………………………………………

Question 3 – [10 marks] Ne Total marks

Question 4 - [20 marks] Total marks

(a). Study the image and sketch (draw) the following;

Space for the drawing of Section (b) of Question 4 Neatness

Continued from Section 1

The figure on the left is a comple 3D Shape

Unfolded net (skeleton) A Unfolded net (skeleton) B Unfolded net (skeleton) C

Shape “A” Shape “B” Shape “C” Shape “D”

Figure on left Draw here

Questions – from 6 to 10 – [10 marks in total]

Write the correct number …………………………….

▪End of the paper

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