12 Questions
What is the primary purpose of a roof?
To provide protection against various environmental elements
What is the term for the horizontal distance that a roof projects beyond a wall?
Overhang
What is the purpose of flashing in a building?
To cover exposed places outside the building
What is the term for the triangular end of an exterior wall above the eaves?
Gable
What is the term for the structural piece of rolled steel shaped to form a 90-degree angle?
Angle iron
What is the term for the vertical height of a roof?
Rise
What is the primary purpose of a valley rafter?
To form the intersection of two sloping roofs
What type of roof is commonly used in the Philippines for 'bahay kubo' and raw houses?
Gable
What is the primary advantage of a hip roof?
Offers eave-line protection around the entire building perimeter
What is the primary characteristic of a shed-type roof?
It is higher at one end than the other
What is the purpose of a roof plan?
To outline the shape of the roof and indicate roofing materials
What is the function of a ridge roll?
To be laid at the center top of the ridge of the building
Test your knowledge of technical terms encountered in drafting roof plans, including roofing structures, materials, and construction techniques. Review angle irons, domes, dormers, and more. Prepare for your TLE exam with this quiz!
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