1 Exam Prep Prov Module: Repair and Restoration Questions and Answers

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1 1 Exam Prep Prov Module: Repair and Restoration Questions and Answers 1. Poor workmanship can cause early deterioration in masonry structures. A. True B. False 2. Most of the deterioration in masonry structures is caused by water or. A. Vandalism B. Weathering C. Age D. Movement 3. The most common distress in masonry walls is. A. Chipping B. Mildew C. Cracking D. Stains 4. Deflection and settlement cracks are identified by. A. A tapered opening B. Rotation C. Spalling D. Bowing 5. The movement of moisture and air into and within masonry structures should be prevented, as it leads to. A. Loss of building heat B. Settlement of the foundation C. Joint failure D. Efflorescence 6. The key to preventing mold on masonry surfaces is. A. Controlling moisture B. Making buildings tight C. Making buildings energy efficient D. Good air circulation 1 Exam Prep Prov Module : Repair and Restoration 1

2 7. Efflorescence occurs when the masonry surface. A. Carbonate deposits are brought to B. Water-soluble salts in solution are brought to C. Certain types of paint react with D. Constant rainfall acts on 8. The term scumming refers to deposits. A. Silicate B. Muriatic C. Manganese D. Vanadium 9. Items in an inspection checklist are usually divided into groups by. A. Difficulty B. Location C. Date D. Time required 10. If the original type of mortar cannot be used for repairing tuckpointed joints, then it is best to use. A. Type M or S B. Type N or O C. Type C or D D. Sand and lime 11. Tuckpointing mortar should be prehydrated to. A. Increase strength B. Reduce excessive shrinkage C. Increase workability D. Reduce efflorescence 12. The best way to deal with efflorescence is to. A. Pressure wash with an acid based solution B. Paint over it C. Prevent it D. Sandblast the area 13. Prolonged dampness increases the chemical reactivity of the masonry with. A. Paints B. Dirt C. Acids D. Air pollutants 1 Exam Prep Prov Module : Repair and Restoration 2

3 14. All cleaning procedures and chemicals should be tested on a sample test area of square feet. A. 5 B. 20 C. 50 D When using a muriatic acid solution for cleaning brick, never exceed a percent solution. A. 10 B. 20 C. 40 D The most popular method used for cleaning brick masonry is. A. Pressurized water B. Sandblasting C. Hand cleaning with a bucket and brush D. Poultices 17. A sandblaster used to clean masonry must provide a minimum flow of of abrasive materials. A. 300 psi B. 125 cubic feet per minute C. 300 pounds per hour D. 300 square feet per hour 18. A poultice is used to. A. Remove a stubborn stain B. Remove efflorescence C. Prepare a surface for tuckpointing D. Remove mold 19. When a leak occurs at the joints between the basement floor and the walls, use to seal it. A. Portland cement paint B. Bituminous coating C. Latex caulking D. Vinyl paint 20. Repair exterior walls that have water intrusion problems by. A. Cleaning with muriatic acid B. Sealing with bituminous coating C. Opening weepholes D. Installing flashing 1 Exam Prep Prov Module : Repair and Restoration 3

4 21. The chimney opening should be at least feet above the ridge of a pitched roof. A. 2 B. 3 C. 5 D The term racked face refers to. A. The transition between the wide fireplace and the narrower chimney B. A method used to finish a mortar joint C. A method used to place the firebrick in a fireplace D. The transition between the footing and the foundation wall 23. A thimble is the. A. Lined opening through a chimney wall that receives the smoke pipe connector B. Name of a masonry tool commonly used to finish mortar joints C. Preformed concrete cap used at the top of a chimney D. Area between the combustion chamber and the smoke chamber in a fireplace 24. Tuckpointing the mortar joints on a fireplace uses different techniques than tuckpointing an exterior wall. A. True B. False 25. Continuous heating and cooling may cause the firebrick in a chimney to. A. Harden B. Change color C. Deteriorate D. Spall 1 Exam Prep Prov Module : Repair and Restoration 4

5 Answer Key 1. A D C A D A B A B B B C D B A C D A A A A B C Exam Prep Prov Module : Repair and Restoration 5

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