Test II

Match words in columns A and B (synonym match):

A B

1. to create a). to concern b). to produce

c). to operate d). to correct

2. successfully a). extensively b). positively

c). fortunately d). certainly

3. to assume a). to suppose b). to govern

c). to select d). to interact

4. kit a). weight b). set

c). strength d). event

5. to border a). to pay b). to apply

c). to leave d). to adjoin

6. similarly a). generally b). likewise

c). exactly d). poorly

7. exclusive a). continuous b). spatial

c). important d). particular

8. warehouse a). space b). storage

c). boundary d). object

9. frequently a). often b). early

c). normally d). rarely

10. considerably a). traditionally b). potentially

c). significantly d). readily

Test III

Select the best possible answer out of the choices from the list to the statements (multiple choice):

1. Clear span is an interior space of a building where the roof is supported …

a. by elevated slabs.

b. by columns.

c. by masonry elements.

d. by the bordering structural walls and framework.

2. Steel structures are frequently used in large commercial buildings,

a. where we can maximize both economic and environmental performance.

b. where we can manage waste disposal and public hygiene issues.

c. where a large clear span space is required.

d. where we can manage sustainability and public health issues.

3. Prefabricated steel building kits are generally less expensive than …

a. structures built using studies on the environmental impact of construction projects.

b. structures built according to the “sustainable building” design.

c. structures built using “green” construction methods.

d. custom-designed structures built using traditional construction or even tilt-up construction.

4. In larger or more sophisticated projects …

a. the different raw materials and construction methods are frequently used together.

b. formwork systems are widely being used.

c. state-of-the-art robotics welding systems are used.

d. the slipform method is used as an efficient way of working with concrete.

5. Site preparation and construction phases for larger steel buildings are normally comparable …

a. with structures built by slipform method of construction.

b. with similarly sized tilt-up structures.

c. with buildings constructed using traditional methods.

d. with buildings constructed by methods of environmental engineering.

Test IV

Complete the sentences by filling in the correct word that fits a statement (gap fill). Choose the appropriate words from the word bank given below.

A. traditionally B. exclusive C. limitations D. range

E. preparation F. parameters G. exterior H. aircraft

I. agricultural J. expensive K. steel L. interior

1. Steel building manufacturers have created prefabricated systems for a wide …… of applications.

2. Now steel is used very successfully for structures as small as toll booths and vending machine shelters, and as large as barns and …… facilities.

3. Clear span is an …… space of a building where the roof is supported by the bordering structural walls and framework.

4. Prefabricated steel buildings can also be erected more quickly than …… constructed buildings.

5. The project's design phase is reduced considerably with the use of the …… building system.

6. Site …… and construction phases for larger steel buildings are normally comparable with similarly sized tilt-up structures.

7. Prefabricated steel building kits are generally less …… than custom-designed structures built using traditional construction or even tilt-up construction.

8. The use of steel in building is not necessarily …… of concrete or blocks.

9. A large steel office building or retail center may use tiltwall concrete panels for interior fire walls or …… facades.

10. Steel buildings used to be limited to storage facilities and …… hangars.

UNIT 18