building construction Paper 2 WASSCE (PC 2nd), 2019

Question 5

 

  1. state three reason for paving around a building.
  2. List three materials used for the manufacture of road kerbs.
  3. sketch the following types of ironmongery used for fixing gates:
    1. steel tee hinge;
    2. barrel bolt.

Observation

 

Most candidates were able to:
-- list three materials used for the manufacture of road kerbs.
-- sketch the steel tee hinge used in fixing gates.
However, majority of the candidates were not able to:
- state three reasons for paving around a building;
- Sketch the barrel bolt.

The expected response to question 5 (a) and (c) (ii) is as given below;


  1. Three reasons for paving around a building:
    1. to check erosion;
    2. to beautify the area (aesthetic);
    3. to serve as a walkway;
    4. to prevent vegetative growth;
    5. to prevent dampness due to rising moisture;
    6. to prevent dust.

    1. Barrel bolt