Which of the following is a common error leading to honeycombing in concrete?

a. Over-vibration

b. Insufficient curing

c. Excessive curing

d. High water-cement ratio

What is the purpose of formwork in concrete construction, and what error can occur if it is not
properly installed or aligned?

a. Enhances concrete strength; reduces workability

b. Provides shape to concrete; affects the surface finish and dimensions

c. Accelerates curing process; increases durability

d. Reduces water content; minimizes bleeding

Which condition can lead to segregation in concrete during placement?

a. Adequate vibration

b. Proper mix design

c. Excessive water content

d. Low ambient temperature

What is the primary consequence of using a mix with a low water-cement ratio in concrete
construction?

a. Increased durability

b. Improved workability

c. Higher compressive strength

d. Greater resistance to cracking

According to standard construction practices, how often should concrete materials be tested
during a construction project?

a. Once at the beginning of the project

b. Periodically throughout the project

c. Only when issues are suspected

d. At the end of the project

What is the primary purpose of conducting tests on construction materials like aggregates,
cement, and concrete during a project?

a. To increase project costs

b. To satisfy regulatory requirements

c. To ensure compliance with specifications and standards

d. To speed up the construction process

What is the typical frequency for testing the compressive strength of concrete cylinders in a
construction project?

a. Once a week

b. Once a month

c. Every 3 days

d. At least every 7 days

Which construction material testing method is commonly used to assess the workability of fresh
concrete on-site?
a. Slump test

b. Sieve analysis

c. Core test

d. Liquid limit test

In IS 456, what is the recommended maximum permissible water-cement ratio for concrete
mixes exposed to severe environmental conditions?

a. 0.45

b. 0.50

c. 0.55

d. 0.60

As per IS 456, what is the acceptable range for the initial setting time of ordinary Portland
cement in minutes?

a. 30 to 60 minutes

b. 45 to 90 minutes

c. 60 to 120 minutes

d. 90 to 180 minutes

According to IS 800, what is the minimum specified tensile strength of Fe 415 steel?

a. 250 MPa

b. 415 MPa

c. 500 MPa

d. 600 MPa
Which limit state is primarily considered for the design of a steel structure according to IS 800?

a. Serviceability limit state

b. Ultimate limit state

c. Stability limit state

d. Strength limit state

As per IS 800, what is the characteristic strength of steel used in design calculations?

a. Yield strength

b. Ultimate tensile strength

c. 0.2% proof stress

d. Nominal strength

What is the standard size of a modular brick, as per IS 1077:1992?

a. 190 mm × 90 mm × 90 mm

b. 200 mm × 100 mm × 100 mm

c. 230 mm × 115 mm × 75 mm

d. 240 mm × 120 mm × 70 mm

What does the efflorescence test on bricks determine?

a. Compressive strength

b. Water absorption

c. Presence of soluble salts

d. Thermal conductivity

Which of the following is the correct mix proportion for the M15 grade of concrete?

a. 1: 3: 6

b. 1: 1.5: 3

c. 1: 2: 4

d. 1: 4: 8

The separation of water from the freshly mixed concrete is known as

a. Bleeding

b. Segregation

c. Harshness

d. Workability

According to IS code, the specific gravity of ordinary Portland cement should be in the range of:

a. 2.85 to 3.15

b. 3.05 to 3.35

c. 3.15 to 3.45

d. 3.25 to 3.55

What is the purpose of the Vicat apparatus in cement testing?

a. To measure the setting time of cement paste

b. To determine the fineness of cement particles

 c. To assess the compressive strength of cement

d. To measure the specific gravity of cement

Which IS code specifies the method for determination of aggregate crushing value?

A) IS 2386 (Part I)

B) IS 2386 (Part III)

C) IS 2386 (Part IV)

D) IS 383

The Los Angeles Abrasion Test for aggregates is covered under which IS code?

A) IS 2386 (Part I)

B) IS 2386 (Part III)

C) IS 2386 (Part IV)

D) IS 383

Which IS code provides guidelines for the determination of aggregate impact value?

A) IS 2386 (Part I)

B) IS 2386 (Part III)

C) IS 2386 (Part IV)

D) IS 383

The Flakiness Index and Elongation Index tests for aggregates are specified in which IS code?

A) IS 2386 (Part I)
B) IS 2386 (Part II)

C) IS 2386 (Part III)

D) IS 2386 (Part IV)

According to IS 2386 (Part IV), the maximum allowable Los Angeles Abrasion value for
aggregates used in road construction is:

A) 10%

B) 20%

C) 30%

D) 40%

The aggregate crushing value provides an indication of the:

A) Toughness of the aggregate

B) Abrasion resistance of the aggregate

C) Shape and surface texture of the aggregate

D) Durability of the aggregate

Which test is conducted to determine the resistance of aggregates to weathering action, including
hydration, wetting, and drying?

A) Aggregate Crushing Value test

B) Los Angeles Abrasion test

C) Aggregate Impact Value test

D) Soundness test
According to IS 2386 (Part II), the recommended maximum flakiness index for aggregates used
in concrete construction is:

A) 15%

B) 20%

C) 25%

D) 30%

The shape of aggregates is determined primarily by:

A) Los Angeles Abrasion test

B) Flakiness Index test

C) Elongation Index test

D) Sieve Analysis test

Which IS code specifies the method for determining the compressive strength of bricks?

A) IS 3495 (Part I)

B) IS 1077

C) IS 3495 (Part II)

D) IS 5454

The water absorption test for bricks is covered under which IS code?

A) IS 1077

B) IS 5454

C) IS 3495 (Part I)

D) IS 3495 (Part II)

Which IS code provides guidelines for the determination of efflorescence in bricks?

A) IS 5454

B) IS 1077

C) IS 3495 (Part I)

D) IS 3495 (Part II)

According to IS 3495 (Part I), what is the minimum compressive strength of bricks for use in
load-bearing walls?

A) 3.5 N/mm²

B) 5.5 N/mm²

C) 7.5 N/mm²

D) 10.5 N/mm²

The dimensional tolerance for bricks specified in IS 3495 (Part I) is:

A) ± 2 mm

B) ± 3 mm

C) ± 4 mm

D) ± 5 mm

According to IS 3495 (Part II), the permissible water absorption limit for bricks used in masonry
construction is:

A) 10%

B) 15%

C) 20%

D) 25%
According to IS 1786, the permissible elongation percentage for steel reinforcement bars is:

A) 10%

B) 15%

C) 20%

D) 25%

The slump test is primarily conducted to assess the:

A) Compressive strength of concrete

B) Workability of concrete

C) Water-cement ratio of concrete

D) Air content of concrete

The field test used to determine the resistance of aggregate to wear and tear due to rubbing action
is known as:

A) Specific gravity test

B) Los Angeles Abrasion test

C) Aggregate impact test

D) Soundness test

Which IS code provides guidelines for testing of sand for various construction purposes?

a) IS 383

b) IS 650
c) IS 2116

d) IS 2720

The test conducted to determine the particle size distribution of sand is:

a) Sieve analysis

b) Hydrometer analysis

c) Atterberg limits test

d) Compaction test

The specific gravity of sand is generally in the range of:

a) 1.5 to 2.5

b) 2.5 to 3.0

c) 2.0 to 2.6

d) 2.6 to 3.0