Which of the following is a
sedimentary rock used in
masonry?
A. Granite
B. Limestone
C. Marble
D. Basalt
What type of mortar is
recommended for interior non-
load-bearing
A. Type M
walls?
B. Type S
C. Type N
D. Type O
Which masonry bond involves
interlocking masonry units?
A. Mortar bond
B. Pattern bond
C. Structural bond
D. Decorative bond
What rock type is marble classified
under?
A. Igneous
B. Metamorphic
C. Sedimentary
D. Organic
Which of these is NOT typically
used as a masonry unit?
A. Glass block
B. Cast stone
C. Plastic tile
D. Clay brick
Which mortar type has the highest
strength and is suitable for
foundation
A. Type M
walls?
B. Type S
C. Type N
D. Type O
Which stone has a high luster and
is used in polished finishes?
A. Slate
B. Granite
C. Travertine
D. Marble
Rubble masonry includes which
type?
A. Coursed rubble
B. Random rubble
C. Rough rubble
D. All of the above
Which finish gives stone a non-
reflective satin-like appearance?
A. Polished
B. Bush-hammered
C. Honed
D. Flamed
What is the bonding agent used in
masonry construction?
A. Adhesive
B. Mortar
C. Grout
D. Glue
Which sedimentary rock is often
red or brown due to iron oxide?
A. Shale
B. Sandstone
C. Limestone
D. Coal
Which of the following is an
extrusive igneous rock?
A. Granite
B. Gabbro
C. Basalt
D. Diorite
Which stone type is commonly
used for roofing?
A. Marble
B. Slate
C. Travertine
D. Quartzite
What is grout used for in masonry?
A. Binding units
B. Finishing joints
C. Foundation layer
D. Painting
What type of mortar is used in
reinforced masonry below grade?
A. Type M
B. Type K
C. Type N
D. Type O
Which metamorphic rock is known
for its banded appearance?
A. Slate
B. Gneiss
C. Quartzite
D. Phyllite
Which finish uses high-
temperature flame for texture?
A. Honed
B. Sandblasted
C. Bush-hammered
D. Flamed
What stone is composed mostly of
calcite and used in cement
production?
A. Granite
B. Limestone
C. Slate
D. Gabbro
What does Type S mortar
prioritize?
A. Lateral strength
B. Compressive strength
C. Plasticity
D. Color
Which stone is a non-foliated
metamorphic rock formed from
limestone?
A. Marble
B. Slate
C. Gneiss
D. Phyllite
Answer Key
1. Limestone
2. Type O
3. Structural bond
4. Metamorphic
5. Plastic tile
6. Type M
7. Marble
8. All of the above
9. Honed
10. Mortar
11. Sandstone
12. Basalt
13. Slate
14. Finishing joints
15. Type M
16. Gneiss
17. Flamed