THE QUIZZES AND PRACTICE
EXAMINATION 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS GRADED A+
◍ During the construction of the pyramid of Giza, what do you call the
architect, engineer, and contractor who was embodied into one person?.
Answer: Master Builder
◍ What does the circular nature of the scientific method indicate about
research?.
Answer: It indicates that research is an ongoing process that builds upon
previous findings.
◍ What historical shift occurred regarding the reliance on observation in
science?.
Answer: Before the late sixteenth century, experts relied more on reason,
intuition, and religious doctrine than on observation.
◍ The characteristics of a construction project are defined by the acronym
SMAR
T. What does A stand for?.
Answer: Achievable
◍ The characteristics of a construction project are defined by the acronym
SMAR
T. What does T stand for?.
Answer: Time Bounded
◍ What might you do if you have further questions after initial observations?.
Answer: Move to the next step of forming a hypothesis.
,◍ What is a common view of science that needs to be reconsidered?.
Answer: The view that science is only about laboratory work and complex
theories.
◍ Who is responsible for coordination and editing of the course material?.
Answer: Dr. S. Thenmozhi, Associate Professor, Department of Psychology,
Institute of Distance Education, University of Madras.
◍ What motivates people to engage in experimental work for inventions and
discoveries?.
Answer: The belief in discoverability and the possibility of finding solutions
to posed questions.
◍ What is the role of observation in the scientific method?.
Answer: Observation helps narrow down the problem to be addressed and
forms the basis for further inquiry.
◍ Which of the following is/are the biggest challenge/s facing the construction
industry today?.
Answer: All of the Above
◍ A project contract documents may consist which of the following?.
Answer: Contract Agreement & General Conditions
◍ How does determinism apply to psychology?.
Answer: It assumes that human behavior is determined by natural
phenomena, not supernatural events.
◍ What civilization who pioneered construction of arches and domes?.
Answer: Roman
◍ What can be the outcome of the scientific method?.
Answer: New knowledge and understanding based on empirical evidence.
◍ The characteristics of a construction project are defined by the acronym
SMAR
T. What does A stand for?.
Answer: Achievable
, ◍ Which of the following is/are considered Heavy Civil Construction?.
Answer: Airports & Dams
◍ What is the basic aim of science?.
Answer: The basic aim of science is theory.
◍ What is the significance of systematic observations in the scientific
method?.
Answer: They help ensure that the answers discovered are as accurate as
possible.
◍ What does the empirical viewpoint in philosophy assert?.
Answer: It asserts that all knowledge is acquired through the senses.
◍ Which of the following is/are examples of Building Construction?.
Answer: Banks, Office Building, Shopping Malls & City Hall
◍ What distinguishes experimental research from descriptive and predictive
research?.
Answer: Experimental research involves a high degree of control and allows
for causal inferences.
◍ What is the significance of the cafeteria system of learning mentioned in the
welcome message?.
Answer: It allows students to select courses based on their interests and
learning pace.
◍ Why is empiricism important in science?.
Answer: It relies on systematic observation and data for drawing
conclusions, leading to a more accurate understanding of the world.
◍ What was one hypothesis regarding the influence of model gender on
children's behavior?.
Answer: Children would be more likely to imitate models of the same sex.
◍ Which of the following can be a source of public bid information?.
Answer: Advertisements in newspapers and trade journals, Web pages of
government agencies & Government notices such as Pre-solicitation Notices