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IFSTA Chapter 4 Quiz
Questions related to Chapter 4 - Building Construction
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11th Grade
10/01/2014

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Steel is the primary material used for structural support in the construction of large modern buildings. (143)

Definition
True
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Gypsum is highly flammable when used for insulation. (145)

Definition
False
Term

Type I construction is also known as wood-frame construction. (146)

Definition
False
Term

A primary fire concern of Type III construction is fire and smoke spreading through concealed spaces. (148)

Definition
True
Term

Type IV construction is commonly used to construct the typical single-family residence or apartment house of up to seven stories. (148)

Definition
False
Term

One strength of Type II construction is that it is easier to vertically ventilate than Type I construction. (147)

Definition
True
Term

One strength of Type II construction is that it is easily breached for access or escape. (147)

Definition
False
Term

One strength of Type V construction is that it is resistant to water damage. (150)

Definition
False
Term

If building collapse is suspected, the first action to be taken is to exit the building. (156)

Definition
True
Term

The increased use of lightweight construction and trussed support systems is one of the most serious building construction hazards facing firefighters today. (156)

Definition
True
Term

What are at least four common building materials? (141-145)

Definition

Wood

Masonry

Cast iron

Steel

Reinforced concrete

Gypsum

Glass/fiberglass

 

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What are the actions to be taken when imminent building collapse is suspected? (156)

Definition
  1. Exit the building.
  2. Inform Command and all others inside the building of the situation.
  3. Clear the collapse zone.
  4. Know and heed any evacuation or emergency signals used by department.

 

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Which of the following is the most common building material used in North America and is the main component of a variety of structural assemblies? (141)

 

A.    Wood

B.    Masonry

C.    Cast iron

D.    Reinforced concrete

Definition
A.     Wood
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Rapid cooling, which can occur when water is used to extinguish a fire, may cause ___ materials to crack. (142)

                           A.    wood

                           B.    gypsum

                           C.    masonry

                           D.    fiberglass

Definition

C.     masonry

Term

Which of the following common building materials is often used in the construction of fire walls? (142)

                           A.    Fiberglass

                           B.    Wood

                           C.    Masonry

                           D.    Cast iron

Definition

C.     Masonry

Term

Applying water to burning ___ minimizes damage by stopping the charring process, which reduces its strength. (142)

                           A.    steel

                           B.    wood

                           C.    gypsum

                           D.    masonry

Definition

B.     wood

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