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Basic Blueprint Reading Principles Quiz

    1. Blueprint reading is the process of interpreting a drawing for an accurate mental picture of how the object will look when completed.
    A. True
    B. False
    AB

    2. The term "set of plans" is one name for construction drawings and blueprints. Other commonly used terms include prints, plans, or construction drawings.
    A. True
    B. False
    ABCDE

    3. The architect is responsible for the overall design of the building.
    A. True
    B. False
    AB

    4. When the structure is completed (construction is finished), the plans or drawings are called______ .
    A. Recording Drawing
    B. As Built
    C. Working Drawings
    D. A & B
    E. B & C
    ABCDE

    5. Refer to the set of plans- What letter code is used to identify an architectural drawing in a set of plans? Write the full alpha numeric code you find on the prints. _______
    A. E
    B. S
    C. M
    D. A
    E. P
    ABCDE

    6. Symbols generally resemble the object or material they represent.
    A. True
    B. False
    AB

    7. Break lines are used to show an object has not been drawn in its entirety. This is sometimes necessary to save space.
    A. True
    B. False
    AB

    8. The ______ is responsible for the overall design of building.
    A. Engineer
    B. Foreman
    C. General Contractor
    D. Architect
    E. None of these
    ABCDE