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CUET PG (Architecture and Planning) Exam - English

Duration: 90 · Questions: 75 · Max Marks: 300 · Language: 1

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Architecture

1
What is the primary purpose of architectural graphics in design?
  1. A.To calculate structural loads
  2. B.To select materials
  3. C.To determine building costs
  4. D.To communicate design ideas visually
2
Which technique is used for representing three-dimensional objects on a two-dimensional surface?
  1. A.Orthographic projection
  2. B.Axonometric projection
  3. C.Perspective drawing
  4. D.All of the above
3
In visual composition, what does 'balance' refer to?
  1. A.Movement in design
  2. B.Repetition of elements
  3. C.Contrast between forms
  4. D.Distribution of visual weight
4
What is a section drawing in architectural graphics?
  1. A.A view from above
  2. B.A side elevation
  3. C.A cut-through view showing interior
  4. D.A plan view
5
Which element is key in 3D visual composition?
  1. A.Volume
  2. B.Line
  3. C.Color
  4. D.Texture
6
What does 'rhythm' in visual composition mean?
  1. A.Harmony of colors
  2. B.Proportion of spaces
  3. C.Symmetry in forms
  4. D.Repetition creating movement
7
In 2D composition, what is 'unity'?
  1. A.Variety in elements
  2. B.Contrast of textures
  3. C.Emphasis on one area
  4. D.The sense of wholeness
8
What is the main function of computer applications in architecture?
  1. A.Manual drafting
  2. B.Material sourcing
  3. C.3D modeling and simulation
  4. D.Cost estimation only
9
Which software is commonly used for BIM in architecture?
  1. A.AutoCAD
  2. B.Revit
  3. C.Photoshop
  4. D.Excel
10
What does anthropometrics study in architecture?
  1. A.Building materials
  2. B.Cost analysis
  3. C.Environmental impact
  4. D.Human body dimensions
11
In space organization, what is 'proxemics'?
  1. A.Study of personal space
  2. B.Material selection
  3. C.Color theory
  4. D.Structural design
12
What is horizontal circulation in buildings?
  1. A.Stairs and elevators
  2. B.Hallways and corridors
  3. C.Windows and doors
  4. D.Roofs and floors
13
Vertical circulation includes which elements?
  1. A.Furniture layout
  2. B.Walls and partitions
  3. C.Ramps and lifts
  4. D.Lighting systems
14
What are space standards in architecture?
  1. A.Minimum dimensions for rooms
  2. B.Color guidelines
  3. C.Material specifications
  4. D.Cost limits
15
Universal design aims to make spaces accessible for?
  1. A.Only the elderly
  2. B.Children only
  3. C.All people, including disabled
  4. D.Professionals
16
What is a key principle of universal design?
  1. A.Limited flexibility
  2. B.High cost
  3. C.Complex instructions
  4. D.Equitable use
17
Building byelaws regulate which aspect?
  1. A.Furniture choice
  2. B.Interior decoration
  3. C.Land use and setbacks
  4. D.Paint colors
18
What does NBC stand for in Indian context?
  1. A.National Bye-laws Committee
  2. B.New Building Council
  3. C.National Building Code
  4. D.None of the above
19
Codes and standards ensure what in buildings?
  1. A.Low cost
  2. B.Aesthetic appeal only
  3. C.Safety and durability
  4. D.Quick construction
20
What is the principle of 'harmony' in art and architecture?
  1. A.Creating contrast
  2. B.Blending elements cohesively
  3. C.Using repetition
  4. D.Emphasizing one part
21
In Egyptian architecture, what is a pyramid primarily?
  1. A.Palace
  2. B.Temple
  3. C.Tomb
  4. D.Market
22
Greco-Roman architecture is known for?
  1. A.Pyramids
  2. B.Columns and arches
  3. C.Domes
  4. D.Minarets
23
Byzantine architecture features prominent?
  1. A.Barrel vaults
  2. B.Pointed arches
  3. C.Flying buttresses
  4. D.Domes on pendentives
24
Gothic architecture is characterized by?
  1. A.Simple columns
  2. B.Flat roofs
  3. C.Pointed arches and ribbed vaults
  4. D.Small windows
25
Renaissance architecture revived?
  1. A.Classical elements like symmetry
  2. B.Gothic spires
  3. C.Byzantine mosaics
  4. D.Egyptian obelisks
26
Baroque architecture is known for?
  1. A.Straight lines
  2. B.Minimalism
  3. C.Dramatic curves and grandeur
  4. D.Earth tones
27
Rococo style emphasizes?
  1. A.Heavy structures
  2. B.Ornate decoration and lightness
  3. C.Geometric forms
  4. D.Industrial materials
28
Art Nouveau features?
  1. A.Minimal ornament
  2. B.Straight edges
  3. C.Symmetry
  4. D.Organic forms and whiplash lines
29
Art Deco is associated with?
  1. A.Natural motifs
  2. B.Geometric patterns and luxury
  3. C.Gothic revival
  4. D.Deconstruction
30
Eclecticism in architecture means?
  1. A.Mixing styles from different periods
  2. B.Pure modernism
  3. C.Only classical
  4. D.Minimalist design
31
International Style emphasizes?
  1. A.Curved forms
  2. B.Elaborate decoration
  3. C.Historical references
  4. D.Form follows function, no ornament
32
Post Modernism in architecture includes?
  1. A.Irony and historical references
  2. B.Strict minimalism
  3. C.Only glass and steel
  4. D.Organic shapes
33
Deconstruction architecture features?
  1. A.Flat roofs
  2. B.Symmetrical plans
  3. C.Traditional materials
  4. D.Fragmented and non-linear forms
34
How did Cubism influence architecture?
  1. A.Narrative scenes
  2. B.Realistic depictions
  3. C.Color harmony
  4. D.Abstract forms and geometry
35
Indian vernacular architecture uses?
  1. A.Imported steel
  2. B.Local materials and climate adaptation
  3. C.High-tech systems
  4. D.Uniform designs
36
What is a key feature of Kerala traditional architecture?
  1. A.Arches
  2. B.Flat terraces
  3. C.Dome structures
  4. D.Sloping roofs for rain
37
Oriental architecture refers to styles from?
  1. A.South America
  2. B.Europe
  3. C.Africa
  4. D.East Asia, like Chinese and Japanese
38
Pagodas are typical in?
  1. A.Chinese architecture
  2. B.Indian temples
  3. C.Egyptian tombs
  4. D.Greek theaters
39
Who designed the Villa Savoye?
  1. A.Zaha Hadid
  2. B.Frank Lloyd Wright
  3. C.Le Corbusier
  4. D.Charles Correa
40
Fallingwater is a work of?
  1. A.Mies van der Rohe
  2. B.Frank Lloyd Wright
  3. C.Norman Foster
  4. D.Renzo Piano
41
Heydar Aliyev Center is designed by?
  1. A.Santiago Calatrava
  2. B.Frank Gehry
  3. C.Zaha Hadid
  4. D.Bjarke Ingels
42
Who is a renowned Indian architect known for IIM Ahmedabad?
  1. A.Raj Rewal
  2. B.Charles Correa
  3. C.B.V. Doshi
  4. D.Hafeez Contractor
43
Chandigarh city planning was done by?
  1. A.Edwin Lutyens
  2. B.Le Corbusier
  3. C.Laurie Baker
  4. D.Geoffrey Bawa
44
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is by?
  1. A.Philip Johnson
  2. B.Oscar Niemeyer
  3. C.Alvar Aalto
  4. D.Frank Gehry
45
Lotus Temple in Delhi is designed by?
  1. A.Achyut Kanvinde
  2. B.Fariborz Sahba
  3. C.Raj Rewal
  4. D.B.V. Doshi
46
What is isometric drawing in architectural graphics?
  1. A.Front view
  2. B.Top view
  3. C.Side view
  4. D.3D view at 30 degrees
47
In visual composition, 'contrast' creates?
  1. A.Repetition
  2. B.Harmony
  3. C.Interest by differences
  4. D.Balance
48
Rhino software is used for?
  1. A.Image editing
  2. B.Word processing
  3. C.Spreadsheet
  4. D.3D modeling
49
Anthropometric data helps in designing?
  1. A.Electrical systems
  2. B.Building facades
  3. C.Ergonomic furniture
  4. D.Plumbing
50
What is 'bubble diagram' in space organization?
  1. A.Cost breakdown
  2. B.Color scheme
  3. C.Material list
  4. D.Functional relationships
51
Circulation paths should be?
  1. A.Narrow
  2. B.Complex
  3. C.Efficient and safe
  4. D.Obstructed
52
Minimum space standard for a kitchen is?
  1. A.Zero
  2. B.Arbitrary
  3. C.Unlimited
  4. D.Based on codes
53
Universal design principle 'flexible use' means?
  1. A.High effort
  2. B.Fixed design
  3. C.One size fits all
  4. D.Accommodates preferences
54
Building byelaws include FAR, which is?
  1. A.Fire Alarm Requirement
  2. B.Floor Area Ratio
  3. C.Furniture Arrangement Rule
  4. D.None
55
IS codes in India cover?
  1. A.Standards for construction
  2. B.Only design
  3. C.Only materials
  4. D.None
56
Principle of 'proportion' in architecture is?
  1. A.Relationship of parts
  2. B.Color balance
  3. C.Texture variety
  4. D.Light control
57
Egyptian temples feature?
  1. A.Glass walls
  2. B.Slender columns
  3. C.Pointed roofs
  4. D.Massive pylons
58
Roman contribution to architecture?
  1. A.Concrete and arches
  2. B.Wooden frames
  3. C.Mud bricks
  4. D.Thatched roofs
59
Gothic cathedrals have?
  1. A.Small openings
  2. B.Stained glass windows
  3. C.Flat ceilings
  4. D.Thick walls
60
Renaissance architect Brunelleschi designed?
  1. A.Parthenon
  2. B.Pyramids
  3. C.Colosseum
  4. D.Florence Cathedral dome
61
Baroque example is?
  1. A.Great Wall
  2. B.Taj Mahal
  3. C.Versailles Palace
  4. D.Eiffel Tower
62
Art Nouveau architect Antoni Gaudi designed?
  1. A.Sagrada Familia
  2. B.Sydney Opera
  3. C.Burj Khalifa
  4. D.Empire State
63
Art Deco building example?
  1. A.Leaning Tower
  2. B.Chrysler Building
  3. C.Big Ben
  4. D.Colosseum
64
International Style by Mies van der Rohe?
  1. A.Machine for living
  2. B.Form follows function
  3. C.Ornament is crime
  4. D.Less is more
65
Post Modern architect Robert Venturi said?
  1. A.All of above
  2. B.More is more
  3. C.Form follows fiction
  4. D.Less is a bore
66
Deconstruction by Frank Gehry?
  1. A.Villa Savoye
  2. B.Guggenheim Bilbao
  3. C.Robie House
  4. D.IIM Bangalore
67
Modern art influence: Bauhaus by?
  1. A.Hadid
  2. B.Le Corbusier
  3. C.Wright
  4. D.Walter Gropius
68
Indian traditional architecture: Vastu Shastra focuses on?
  1. A.Glass use
  2. B.Modern tech
  3. C.Directions and energy
  4. D.Steel frames
69
Oriental: Japanese architecture uses?
  1. A.Concrete slabs
  2. B.Stone blocks
  3. C.Wood and paper screens
  4. D.Metal sheets
70
Le Corbusier’s dictum?
  1. A.Sustainable
  2. B.Organic architecture
  3. C.Parametric design
  4. D.House is a machine for living
71
Frank Lloyd Wright’s philosophy?
  1. A.High-tech
  2. B.Deconstructivism
  3. C.Brutalism
  4. D.Organic architecture
72
Zaha Hadid’s style?
  1. A.Classical
  2. B.Fluid and parametric
  3. C.Gothic
  4. D.Minimalist
73
Indian architect Charles Correa designed?
  1. A.Petronas Towers
  2. B.Sydney Opera
  3. C.Kanchanjunga Apartments
  4. D.Shard
74
What is rendering in architectural graphics?
  1. A.Adding color and texture to drawings
  2. B.Structural calculation
  3. C.Site survey
  4. D.Costing
75
In 3D composition, 'mass' refers to?
  1. A.Line outline
  2. B.Empty space
  3. C.Solid volume
  4. D.Surface pattern