Masonry Level 1 : Module 1 Questions
and Answers Already Passed
What are the main types of masonry units?
The main types of masonry units include brick, concrete block, stone, and glass block.
What is mortar used for in masonry?
Mortar is a mixture of sand, water, and cement used to bind...
Masonry Level 1 : Module 1 Questions
and Answers Already Passed
What are the main types of masonry units?
✔✔The main types of masonry units include brick, concrete block, stone, and glass block.
What is mortar used for in masonry?
✔✔Mortar is a mixture of sand, water, and cement used to bind masonry units together and fill
the joints between them.
What is the purpose of a masonry wall?
✔✔A masonry wall provides structural support, enclosure, and protection against weather
elements.
What is a bricklayer's trowel?
✔✔A bricklayer's trowel is a hand tool used to spread and shape mortar and to place bricks or
blocks.
What does "bond" refer to in masonry?
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,✔✔Bond refers to the pattern and arrangement of masonry units, which provides strength and
stability to the wall.
What is the purpose of a level in masonry?
✔✔A level is used to ensure that the masonry units are laid evenly and that the wall is plumb and
straight.
What is a grout?
✔✔Grout is a thick mixture of cement and water used to fill voids in masonry and improve
structural integrity.
What does "plumb" mean in masonry work?
✔✔Plumb refers to a vertical alignment, ensuring that the masonry units are perfectly upright.
What is a masonry unit's face?
✔✔The face of a masonry unit is the visible side that contributes to the aesthetic appearance of
the wall.
What is a control joint?
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, ✔✔A control joint is a groove or space in masonry that allows for expansion and contraction
without cracking.
What are the safety precautions to take when working with masonry?
✔✔Safety precautions include wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), such as gloves,
safety glasses, and hard hats, and ensuring a safe work environment.
What is a concrete block?
✔✔A concrete block is a large rectangular masonry unit made from cast concrete, often used in
walls and foundations.
What is the purpose of a weep hole in masonry?
✔✔A weep hole allows moisture that collects in a masonry wall to drain out, preventing water
damage.
What does "laying bricks" refer to?
✔✔Laying bricks refers to the process of positioning bricks in a mortar bed to create a wall or
structure.
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