Masonry
What are the nominal dimensions for the most common size of CMU (concrete masonry unit) block?
8x8x16
This civilization is famous for its pyramids.
Egypt
What are the actual dimensions of the most common size of CMU Block?
7 5/8 x 7 5/8 x 15 /5/8
What is the capital of California?
Sacramento.
What is the purpose of a mason’s string line and level?
To make sure the block course is level.
Machu Pichu was built by this group of people.
Inca.
What is needed to create extra strength within bond beam?
Filling it with rebar and concrete.
Who was President before George W. Bush?
Bill Clinton
What are the components of grout?
Cement, lime and sand.
A NBA team was named after these original inhabitants of Ireland.
Celts/Celtics
What are the components of mortar?
Cement, lime and water.
This type of fish, famous for the rainbow on its side can be found in AZ mountain lakes.
Rainbow trout.
How is rebar used in a block wall?
Set inside a hollow block that is filled with concrete.
Who built Hadrian's wall in Britain?
Romans
What is the purpose of a rebar positioner?
A wire bond that is used to hold the rebar in place inside the block.
What is the heaviest land mammal native to North America?
Bison/Buffalo
What is the purpose of a bond beam block?
To provide structural strength over a door, window or other opening in the wall.
The first civilizations in India were along this river.
Indus.
What is the purpose of a wall tie?
To connect the cavity between 2 walls and ensure the stability of a building.
Who was the "founder" of KFC?
Colonel Sanders.