CIVL 1130
Monumental Structures from Ancient to Modern Times
Quiz 2
Oct. 30, 2013
Closed book/notes
No computing or communication devices allowed
Please take every other seat, starting with the front row
Venue:
Students with surnames A – LAW: LTE
All other students: LTF
Name (surname first): ______________________________
Student ID#: _________________________
Time allowed: 30 minutes
1. Deep foundations must always reach the bedrock in order to safely support the superstructure
T F
2. Total settlement is more dangerous to a structure than differential settlement
T F
3. Before reaching bedrock level, the bearing capacity of soil may vary along its depth
T F
4. A raft footing is a possible choice for the foundation for a 3-storey house to be built on reclaimed land
where the soil is relatively weak
T F
5. Portland cement, an important ingredient of modern concrete, was invented by an American engineer in
Portland City, Oregon.
T F
6. What caused the leaning of the Tower of Pisa?
Part I: Multiple Choice/True-False Questions (60%)
Please circle the letter corresponding to the most appropriate answer (4% each)
