Civil Engineering Graduates Job Readiness

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Total number of questions: 20
Time allotted: 20 minutes
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1.

What is the main purpose of a reinforced concrete beam in structural engineering?

a) To resist axial forces only

b) To resist bending and shear forces

c) To resist compression forces only

d) To provide insulation

2.

What is the primary function of a retaining wall?

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a) To provide aesthetic appeal to a landscape

b) To retain soil and prevent erosion

c) To support vertical loads

d) To enhance drainage

3.

Which of the following tests is used to determine the workability of concrete?

a) Slump test

b) Compressive strength test

c) Tensile strength test

d) Shear test Correct Answer

4.

Question 4 What is the characteristic strength of concrete?

a) The average strength of concrete samples

b) The minimum strength of concrete at 7 days

c) The strength below which not more than 5% of the test results are expected to fall

d) The maximum strength of concrete at 28 days

5.

Which soil type has the highest bearing capacity?

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a) Clay

b) Silt

c) Sand

d) Gravel

6.

In the design of a one-way slab, what is the primary direction of load transfer?

a) Along the shorter span

b) Along the longer span

c) Both spans equally

d) Diagonally

7.

What is the primary function of stirrups in a reinforced concrete beam?

a) To provide tensile strength

b) To resist shear forces

c) To enhance compression strength

d) To improve workability

8.

Which of the following is a non-destructive test to assess the quality of concrete?

a) Core cutting

b) Rebound hammer test

c) Compressive strength test

d) Flexural strength test

9.

What is the main purpose of using admixtures in concrete?

a) To reduce cost

b) To alter the properties of fresh or hardened concrete

c) To increase the weight of concrete

d) To enhance the color of concrete

10.

What is the unit weight of reinforced concrete?

a) 24 kN/m³

b) 20 kN/m³

c) 22 kN/m³

d) 25 kN/m³

11.

Which method is used to determine the in-situ density of soil?

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a) Proctor compaction test

b) Core cutter method

c) Triaxial shear test

d) Atterberg limits test

12.

What is the main factor affecting the shrinkage of concrete?

a) Aggregate size

b) Cement type

c) Water-cement ratio

d) Reinforcement type

13.

Which of the following is used to measure the compressive strength of concrete?

a) Tensile strength test

b) Flexural strength test

c) Slump test

d) Compression test on cubes

14.

What is the purpose of curing concrete?

a) To increase its weight

b) To prevent moisture loss and promote hydration

c) To improve its color

d) To reduce its temperature

15.

Which of the following is not a type of foundation?

a) Strip footing

b) Raft foundation

c) Pile foundation

d) Truss foundation

16.

What does the term "aggregate gradation" refer to?

a) The color of the aggregate

b) The distribution of particle sizes within the aggregate

c) The shape of the aggregate particles

d) The surface texture of the aggregate

17.

In which type of construction project is pre-stressed concrete commonly used?

a) Small residential buildings

b) High-rise buildings and bridges

c) Temporary structures

d) Pavement construction

18.

What is the main advantage of using a flyover in urban areas?

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a) Reduces noise pollution

b) Minimizes traffic congestion

c) Decreases construction costs

d) Enhances aesthetic appeal

19.

Which of the following is a sustainable building material?

a) Concrete made with Portland cement

b) Bamboo

c) PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)

d) Asphalt

20.

What does the term "factor of safety" mean in structural engineering?

a) The ratio of actual load to design load

b) The ratio of design load to actual load

c) The difference between actual load and design load

d) The sum of actual load and design load

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