Tunnelling MCQ’s

Tunnelling - Section 1
1. Which one of the following statements is not correct for heading and benching method of
tunnelling ?
A. Drilling and mucking can be done simultaneously

B. Benching provides a plateform for working on heading

C. Removal of muck from the heading is very easy

D. None of these.
Answer: Option C

2. The difference of heights of the tunnels above rail tops of BG and MG tracks is kept
A. 0.30 m

B. 0.45 m

C. 0.60 m

D. 0.75 m
Answer: Option C

3. In case of drift method of tunnelling, the drift may be excavated at

A. the centre

B. the bottom

C. the top

D. the side

E. All of the above.

Answer: Option E

4. A tunnel is found more advantageous as compared to the alternate routes because it:
A. remains free from snow

B. reduces the cost by reducing the route distance

C. reduces the maintenance cost

D. avoids interference with surface rights

E. All the above.

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 Answer: Option E

5. For B.G. single track railway, the height of the tunnel above top of rails should be
A. 5.5 m to 5.8 m

B. 5.8 m to 6.2 m

C. 6.7 m to 7.3 m

D. 7.3 m to 7.5 m
Answer: Option C

6. Pick up the correct statement regarding drilling a tunnel from the following:
A. Holes are drilled by pneumatically operated rock drills

B. One drill is required for each 4 to 5 m2 force area

The diameter of the bore hole at the deepest point should be 6 mm more than the
C.
diameter of the cartridge

D. All of the above.

Answer: Option D

7. For tunnels exceeding 300 m in length, the grade should be provided below
A. 50% of the ruling gradient

B. 60% of the ruling gradient

C. 75% of the ruling gradient

D. 80% of the ruling gradient.

Answer: Option C

8. The method of draining in the tunnels, is generally known as

A. foredrainage

B. dewatering

C. permanent drainage

D. All of the above.

Answer: Option D

9. Pick up the correct statement from the following during tunnel excavation,
A. Oxygen should not be less than 19.5%

B. Carbondioxide should not be more than 0.5%

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 C. Hydrogen sulphide should not be more than 0.001%

D. Carbon mono-oxide should not be more than 0.01%

E. All of the above.

Answer: Option E

10. To attain the required shape of the tunnel section, we use :

A. easers

B. trimmers

C. cut holes

D. chisels.
Answer: Option B

11. The most commonly adopted pattern of cut holes is :

A. horizontal wedge cut

B. pyramid cut

C. fan cut

D. V-cut

E. All the above.

Answer: Option E

12. Which one of the following linings is suitable for shield driven tunnels particularly in the
subaqueous regions :
A. Brick lining

B. stone lining

C. timber line

D. cast iron lining

E. concrete lining.
Answer: Option D

13. In case of railways,

A. a detour round the hill is preferred

B. a open cut is preferred

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 C. tunnelling is preferred

D. All the above.

Answer: Option C

14. The following tunnels were constructed in different countries for different purposes :
1. Emperor Claudius built the first Roman tunnel
2. The first highway tunnel was constructed in Hungary
3. The first underground railway tunnel was constructed in Great Britain
4. The first navigational tunnel was constructed in France.
The correct chronological development of these tunnels is:
A. 4 1 3 2

B. 1 4 2 3

C. 2 3 1 4

D. 3 2 4 1
Answer: Option B

15. The following operations are generally employed for tunnelling in hard rock.
1. Removing ground water,
2. Loading holes and firing the explosive
3. Setting up and drilling
4. Grouting and lining
5. Removing muck
6. Ventilation and removing explosion dust
The correct sequence is :
A. 3 2 6 5 1 4

B. 3 4 6 1 5 2

C. 4 1 2 3 6 5

D. 5 4 2 1 3 6
Answer: Option A
16. Pick up the mechanical ventilation method used for tunnels from the following:
A. blowing fresh air by ducts to the face of tunnel

exhausting foul air by ducts from the face of the tunnel and permitting fresh air
B.
through the tunnel

C. blowing fresh air and exhausting foul air by ducts

D. all the above.

Answer: Option D

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17. Which one of the following methods of tunnelling does not require the use of time bearing :
A. Linear plate method

B. Shield method

C. Compressed air method

D. Mechanical tunneler i.e. mole method

E. All the these.

Answer: Option E

18. For highways, tunnelling is preferred to if the open cut exceeds :

A. 10 metres depth

B. 15 metres depth

C. 20 metres depth

D. 25 metres depth.
Answer: Option B

19. The following operations are required for tunnelling in rocky terrain :
1. Removing the foul gases
2. Marking the tunnel profile
3. Setting up and drilling
4. Checking misfire
5. Mucking
The correct sequence is :
A. 1 2 3 4 5

B. 2 3 5 4 1

C. 4 2 1 3 5

D. 2 3 1 4 5
Answer: Option D

20. The advantages of providing a pair of tunnels as compared to only one large highway tunnel
is :
A. economy in cost of construction

B. avoidance of head on collisions

C. provision of separate exit and entrance of two traffic streams

D. facility in carrying out repairs

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 E. All the above.
Answer: Option E

21. Which one of the following statements is not correct in respect of setting of an inclined
tunnel:
A. Reference points are constructed at every 300 m.

B. The alignment is fixed from upper/lower apex point.

C. The level of the invert at the heading is marked by a tape.

D. Reference points are constructed on the roof of tunnels

E. None the above.

Answer: Option E

22. Forepoling method is generally adopted for tunnelling in :

A. soft ground

B. firm ground

C. running ground

D. None of these.
Answer: Option A

23. Concrete lining is provided concurrently with the driving operation in case of
A. rock terrain

B. soft rock

C. running soil

D. none of these.
Answer: Option A

24. The concentration of the dust particles of the size 0.5 to 5 microns adjacent to the working
face should not be more than
A. 200 particles/cm3

B. 250 particles/cm3

C. 300 particles/cm3

D. 450 particles/cm3

E. 400 particles/cm3
Answer: Option D

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25. Which one of the following statements is not correct with regard to heading and henching
method of tunnelling.
A. Driving of tunnel is done in two portions of its section

B. Driving the top portion is done in advance of the bottom portion.

C. After driving the top portion 3 m to 3.5 m holes are drilled into the head and bench.

D. The holes in head and bench are loaded together with explosive for blasting.

E. Firing of head holes is done just before the bench holes are fired.
Answer: Option E

26. Which one of the following methods is generally used for the layout of the muck-car tracks
A. the grass hopper method

B. passing track method

C. the cherry picker

D. California crossing, Dixon conveyor

E. All the above.

Answer: Option E

27. For transferring the tunnel alignment through shafts, we adopt the following steps :
1. Hanging two or more plumb lines in the shaft
2. Determining the bearing of the plumb lines i.e. plumb plane
3. Suspending a 35 kg weight by each plumb line
4. Immersing the weights of both the plumb lines in the buckets containing water.
The correct sequence of steps is :
A. 1 2 3 4

B. 4 3 2 1

C. l 3 2 4

D. 2 1 4 3
Answer: Option A

28. For initial surveys of tunnels, the following activities are involved:
1. Marking portal point with concrete pillars on the ground
2. Marking tunnel obligatory points on the topographical maps
3. Preliminary setting of the tunnel on the topographical Survey of India maps
3. Driving lines between the fixed obligatory points.
The correct sequence of the activities is :
A. 3 2 4 1

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 B. 1 2 3 4

C. 4 3 1 2

D. 2 4 3 1
Answer: Option A

29. For full face method, the excavation to be done is generally divided into
A. two sections

B. three sections

C. four sections

D. five sections.
Answer: Option B

30. The tunnels, the artificial underground passages are constructed for :
A. highways

B. railways

C. sewerage

D. water supply project

E. All the above.

Answer: Option E

31. In the wooded bulk-head, used for mucking in steep grade tunnels,
A. one opening is provided

B. two openings are provided

C. three openings are provided

D. no opening is provided.
Answer: Option B

32. Railway tunnels, are generally

A. polycentric

B. rectangular

C. parabolic

D. circular

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 E. none of these.
Answer: Option A

33. Pick up the explosive used for tunnelling in soft rocks from the following :
A. blasting gelatine

B. special gelatine

C. ammonia dynamite

D. semi-gelatine.
Answer: Option C

34. The cut of a tunnel face is shown in given figure. This is called

A. Michigan cut

B. Burn cut

C. Fan cut

D. Horizontal cut.
Answer: Option A

35. For B.G. single track, the section of the tunnel must have a width
A. 4.2 m to 4.5 m

B. 4.5 m to 4.8 m

C. 4.9 m to 5.5 m

D. 5.5 m to 5.8 m
Answer: Option C
36. Which one of the following methods is generally adopted for tunnelling in firm ground
A. Full face method

B. Top heading and benching method

C. Drift method

D. All the above.

Answer: Option D

37. An overhead track on a large truss frame is required in case of car changer by
A. the grass hopper method

B. the passing track method

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 C. California crossing method

D. Dixon conveyor method.

Answer: Option A

38. Pick up the correct statement from the following:

The topographical maps of the Survey of India are useful in the mountainous region
A.
for tunnelling.

B. The height point on the ridge is fixed with the help of reciprocal ranging

C. The accuracy of 1 in 10, 000 is required for planimetric control

1 second theodolite is used for angular measurement to achieve an angular error of

D.
15 N where N is number of angles

E. All the above.

Answer: Option E

39. In the given figure drill holes, heading, mucking and benching are mumbered as 1, 2, 3, 4
The correct sequence is :

A. 4 1 2 3

B. 1 2 3 4

C. 4 1 3 2

D. 3 4 1 3
Answer: Option C

40. The length of the needle beam used in needle beam method of tunnelling is usually
A. 2 m to 4 m

B. 2.5 m to 6 m

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 C. 4 m to 7 m

D. 5 m to 6 m
Answer: Option D

41. High pressure grouting is generally restored for concreting in the lining if the rock strata is:
A. highly fissured

B. poor

C. likely to get seepage of water

D. All of the above.

Answer: Option D

42. For hauling muck from the tunnel, the following type of muck-car is used :
A. muck box

B. balle-ship

C. side dump car

D. U-bottom

E. All of these.
Answer: Option E

43. Which one of the following methods is adopted for permanent drainage of tunnels :
A. provision of longitudinal drains

B. continuous open drains

C. concrete lining

D. grouting with cement or chemicals

E. All the above.

Answer: Option E

27 TOP Tunnel Engineering Multiple Choice Questions and Answers

1. Circular section of tunnels is not suitable for

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a) carrying water
b) non-cohesive soils
c) tunnels driven by shield method
d) placement of concrete lining
Ans: d
2. What is the correct sequence of the following events of construction of a shaft in rock ?
1. drilling and blasting
2. timbering
3. pumping
4. mucking
Select the correct answer using the codes given below Codes :
a) 1,2,3,4
b) 1,4,2,3
c) 2,1,4,3
d) 2,4,1,3
Ans: b
3. A good blast with a good yield is obtained if the cut hole is
a) normal to face
b) inclined at 45° to the face
c) inclined at 15° to the face
d) inclined at 30° to the face
Ans: b
4. As compared to a single free face, if a charge of explosive is placed equidistant from two
faces, then the yield
a) remains same
b) decreases
c) increases by 2.25 times
d) increases by 3.5 times
Ans: c
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5. Which of the following are percussion drills ?
(i) shot drill
(ii) diamond drill
(iii) wagon drill
(iv) churn drill Of these statements
a) (i) and (ii) are correct
b) (iii) and (iv) are coiTect
c) (i) and (iv) are correct
d) (ii) and (iii) are correct
Ans: b
6. Drifters can be used to drill
a) only up holes
b) only down holes
c) horizontal or up holes
d) horizor„al, down or up holes
Ans: d
7. If 'N' is the number of shafts used, then the total number of feces available for attacking the
excavation and construction
in tunnels are
a) 2N
b) N + 2
c) 2 N + 1
d) 2 N + 2
Ans: d
8. The correct sequence of drilling equipment for increasing size of holes in tunnels is
a) wagon drill, churn drill, shot drill
b) wagon drill, shot drill, churn drill
c) shot drill, churn drill, wagon drill
d) churn drill, wagon drill, shot drill
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Ans: a
9. Which of the following is not a component of the shield ?
a) propelling jacks
b) liner plate
c) hood
d) tail
Ans: b
10. In compressed air tunneling, the volume of free air provided is
a) 6 mJ per second per m2 of face area
b) 6 m3 per minute per m2 of face area
c) 20 m3 per minute per m2 of face area
d) 6 m3 per hour per m2 of face area
Ans: b
11. Assertion A : English method of tunneling requires more time as compared to other methods
of tunneling.
Reason R : In English method of tunneling, the masons and excavators have to work alternately.
Select your answer based on the coding system given below :
a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
b) Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of A.
c) A is true but R is false.
d) A is false but R is true.
Ans: a
12. American method of tunneling
i) is suitable for large sized tunnels
ii) is no,' suitable for railway or highway tunnel's
iii) requires heavy timbers Of these statements
a) only (i) is correct
b) (i) and (iii) are correct
c) (ii) and (iii) are correct
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d) (i) and (ii) are correct
Ans: a
13. Which of the following lining material is useful for shield driven tunnels in sub aqueous
regions ?
a) stone masonry
b) timber
c) cast iron
d) cement concrete
Ans: c
14. If 'D' is the diameter of tunnel in metres, then the thickness of lining in mm, as per the
empirical formula is given by
a) 42 D
b) 82 D
c) 104 D
d) 124 D
Ans: b
15. Which one of the following tunnelling methods is used for laying under ground sewers ?
a) Needle beam method
b) Army method
c) German method
d) Italian method
Ans: b
16. Ribs are used for strengthening and stiffening the liner plate for tunnels of diameter greater
than
a) 2 m
b) 3 m
c) 4 m
d) 5 m
Ans: b

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17. The most suitable soil for compressed air tunneling is
a) silt
b) sand
c) clay
d) gravel
Ans: c
18. The needle beam method of tunnelling
(i) is suitable for soils in which roof can stand for few minutes without support
(ii) is suitable for brick lining
(iii) is suitable for concrete lining
(iv) requires large number of trench jacks Of these statements
a) only (i) is correct
b) (i), (ii) and (iv) are correct
c) (i), (iii) and (iv) are correct
d) (i) and (ii) are correct
Ans: b
19. Which of the following methods of tunnelling is used for long tunnels at great depths ?
a) Army method
b) Needle beam method
c) Austrian method
d) English method
Ans: c
20. In Belgium method of tunnelling
a) construction of side walls is completed before invert and roof arch are built.
b) construction of roof arch is completed before side walls and invert are built.
c) construction of invert is completed before side walls and roof arch are built.
d) construction of invert and side walls is completed before roof arch is built.
Ans: b

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21. What is the correct sequence of the following events in rock tunnelling?
1. marking tunnel profile
2. loading explosives and blasting
3. checking misfire
4. mucking
5. removing foul gas
6. setting up and drilling
7. guniting
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.
Codes:
a) 1,6,5,3,4,2,7
b) 1,2,6,3,5,4,7
c) 1, 6,2, 5,4, 3, 7
d) 1,6,2,5,3,4,7
Ans: d
22. Drift method of tunnelling is used to construct tunnels in
a) soft grounds
b) rock
c) self supporting grounds
d) broken grounds
Ans: b
23. Consider the following situations.
1. Soil is soft.
2. Volume of existing surface traffic on the alignment is heavy.
3. Track is at a deeper level.
4. Water table is high.
In the construction of Metro Railways, "Cut and Cover" method of construction is suitable in
situations listed at
a) 1 and 2
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b) 1 and 3
c) 1 and 4
d) 2 and 3
Ans: c
24. Which one of the following is considered to be an advantage of the heading and benching
method of tunnel construction?
a) It is suitable for construction in unstable rocks.
b) In this method, it is easy to install timber support.
c) Tunnelling can be continuous and the work can be expedited.
d) In case of excessive water, it is easy to take correct steps.
Ans: c
25. In "full face" method of constructing tunnels, the first operation relates to
a) removal of bottom portion
b) excavation of one drift in the centre
c) removal of top portion
d) excavation being done along the periphery
Ans: d
26. Which one of the following is a component of a shield for tunnelling ?
a) liner plate
b) trench jack
c) stiffener
d) cutting edge
Ans: d
27. Assertion A : When rock conditions are favorable, it will not be necessary to take up concrete
lining concurrently with the
driving operations till the full length of the tunnel has been driven through rock.
Reason R : A tunnel through rock, hard or soft, does not need any concrete lining.
Select your answer based on the coding system given below:
a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

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b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
c) A is true but R is false.
d) A is false but R is true.
Ans: c

1.In compressed air tunneling, the volume of free air provided is

6 mJ per second per m2 of face area
6 m3 per minute per m2 of face area
20 m3 per minute per m2 of face area
6 m3 per hour per m2 of face area
ANSWER : : 6 m3 per minute per m2 of face area
2.The needle beam method of tunnelling (i) is suitable for soils in which roof can stand for
few minutes without support (ii) is suitable for brick lining (iii) is suitable for concrete
lining (iv) requires large number of trench jacks Of these statements
only (i) is correct
(i), (ii) and (iv) are correct
(i), (iii) and (iv) are correct
(i) and (ii) are correct
ANSWER : : (i), (ii) and (iv) are correct
3.Assertion A : When rock conditions are favorable, it will not be necessary to take up
concrete lining concurrently with the driving operations till the full length of the tunnel has
been driven through rock. Reason R : A tunnel through rock, hard or soft, does not need
any concrete lining. Select your answer based on the coding system given below:
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
A is true but R is false.
A is false but R is true.
ANSWER : : A is true but R is false.
4.Assertion A : English method of tunneling requires more time as compared to other
methods of tunneling. Reason R : In English method of tunneling, the masons and
excavators have to work alternately. Select your answer based on the coding system given
below :
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of A.

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 A is true but R is false.
A is false but R is true.
ANSWER : : Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
5.What is the correct sequence of the following events of construction of a shaft in rock ? 1
drilling and blasting 2 timbering 3 pumping 4 mucking Select the correct answer using the
codes given below Codes :
1,2,3,4
1,4,2,3
2,1,4,3
2,4,1,3
ANSWER : : 1,4,2,3
6.Which one of the following is a component of a shield for tunneling ?
liner plate
trench jack
stiffener
cutting edge
ANSWER : : cutting edge
7.Ribs are used for strengthening and stiffening the liner plate for tunnels of diameter
greater than
2m
3m
4m
5m
ANSWER : : 3 m
8.Drift method of tunnelling is used to construct tunnels in
soft grounds
rock
self supporting grounds
broken grounds
ANSWER : : rock
9.Which of the following are percussion drills ? (i) shot drill (ii) diamond drill (iii) wagon
drill (iv) churn drill Of these statements

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 (i) and (ii) are correct
(iii) and (iv) are correct
(i) and (iv) are correct
(ii) and (iii) are correct
ANSWER : : (iii) and (iv) are correct
10.Consider the following situations. # Soil is soft. # Volume of existing surface traffic on
the alignment is heavy. # Track is at a deeper level. # Water table is high. In the
construction of Metro Railways, "Cut and Cover" method of construction is suitable in
situations listed at
1 and 2
1 and 3
1 and 4
2 and 3
ANSWER : s: c
11.Which of the following is not a component of the shield ?
propelling jacks
liner plate
hood
tail
ANSWER : : liner plate
12.The correct sequence of drilling equipment for increasing size of holes in tunnels is
wagon drill, churn drill, shot drill
wagon drill, shot drill, churn drill
shot drill, churn drill, wagon drill
churn drill, wagon drill, shot drill
ANSWER : : wagon drill, churn drill, shot drill
13.In "full face" method of constructing tunnels, the first operation relates to
removal of bottom portion
excavation of one drift in the center
removal of top portion
excavation being done along the periphery
ANSWER : : excavation being done along the periphery

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14.Which of the following lining material is useful for shield driven tunnels in sub aqueous
regions ?
stone masonry
timber
cast iron
cement concrete
ANSWER : s: c
15.Drifters can be used to drill
only up holes
only down holes
horizontal or up holes
horizontal, down or up holes
ANSWER : : horizontal, down or up holes
16.Which one of the following is considered to be an advantage of the heading and
benching method of tunnel construction?
It is suitable for construction in unstable rocks.
In this method, it is easy to install timber support.
Tunnelling can be continuous and the work can be expedited.
In case of excessive water, it is easy to take correct steps.
ANSWER : : Tunnelling can be continuous and the work can be expedited.
17.American method of tunneling i) is suitable for large sized tunnels ii) is no,' suitable for
railway or highway tunnel's iii) requires heavy timbers Of these statements
only (i) is correct
(i) and (iii) are correct
(ii) and (iii) are correct
(i) and (ii) are correct
ANSWER : : only (i) is correct
18.If 'N' is the number of shafts used, then the total number of feces available for attacking
the excavation and construction in tunnels are
2N
N+2
2N+1

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 2N+2
ANSWER : : d
19.Which one of the following tunneling methods is used for laying under ground sewers ?
Needle beam method
Army method
German method
Italian method
ANSWER : : Army method
20.A good blast with a good yield is obtained if the cut hole is
normal to face
inclined at 45� to the face
inclined at 15� to the face
inclined at 30� to the face
ANSWER : : inclined at 45� to the face
21.As compared to a single free face, if a charge of explosive is placed equidistant from two
faces, then the yield
remains same
decreases
increases by 2.25 times
increases by 3.5 times
ANSWER : : increases by 2.25 times
22.In Belgium method of tunnelling
construction of side walls is completed before invert and roof arch are built.
construction of roof arch is completed before side walls and invert are built.
construction of invert is completed before side walls and roof arch are built.
construction of invert and side walls is completed before roof arch is built.
ANSWER : : construction of roof arch is completed before side walls and invert are built.
23.The most suitable soil for compressed air tunneling is
silt
sand
clay

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 gravel
ANSWER : : clay
24.If 'D' is the diameter of tunnel in metres, then the thickness of lining in mm, as per the
empirical formula is given by
42 D
82 D
104 D
124 D
ANSWER : : 82 D
25.Which of the following methods of tunneling is used for long tunnels at great depths ?
Army method
Needle beam method
Austrian method
English method
ANSWER : : Austrian method

20. Question
Which one of the following statements is not correct for heading and benching method of
tunnelling ?

 1. Drilling and mucking can be done simultaneously

 2. Benching provides a plateform for working on heading
 3. None of these.
 4. Removal of muck from the heading is very easy
 Ans 4

19. Question
The advantages of providing a pair of tunnels as compared to only one large highway tunnel
is :

 1. provision of separate exit and entrance of two traffic streams

 2. avoidance of head on collisions
 3. all
 4. facility in carrying out repairs
 Ans 3

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18. Question
For B.G. single track railway, the height of the tunnel above top of rails should be

 1. 7.3 m to 7.5 m
 2. 5.5 m to 5.8 m
 3. 6.7 m to 7.3 m
 4. 5.8 m to 6.2 m
 Ans 3

17. Question
A tunnel is found more advantageous as compared to the alternate routes because it:

 1. avoids interference with surface rights

 2. reduces the cost by reducing the route distance
 3. remains free from snow
 4. all
 Ans 4

16. Question
Pick up the correct statement from the following during tunnel excavation,

 1. Carbon mono-oxide should not be more than 0.01%

 2. Hydrogen sulphide should not be more than 0.001%
 3. Carbondioxide should not be more than 0.5%
 4. all
 Ans 4

56. Question
For highways, tunnelling is preferred to if the open cut exceeds :

 1. 10 metres depth
 2. 15 metres depth
 3. 20 metres depth
 4. 25 metres depth.
 Ans2

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13. Question
The most commonly adopted pattern of cut holes is :

 1. pyramid cut
 2. fan cut
 3. V-cut
 4. all
 Ans4

12. Question
Which one of the following linings is suitable for shield driven tunnels particularly in the
subaqueous regions :

 1. Brick lining
 2. stone lining
 3. timber line
 4. cast iron lining
 Ans4

11. Question
The difference of heights of the tunnels above rail tops of BG and MG tracks is kept

 1. 0.30 m
 2. 0.45 m
 3. 0.60 m
 4. 0.75 m
 Ans3

9. Question
To attain the required shape of the tunnel section, we use :

 1. trimmers
 2. easers
 3. cut holes
 4. chisels.
 Ans1

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8. Question
Pick up the mechanical ventilation method used for tunnels from the following:

 1. exhausting foul air by ducts from the face of the tunnel and permitting fresh air
through the tunnel
 2. all
 3. blowing fresh air and exhausting foul air by ducts
 4. blowing fresh air by ducts to the face of tunnel
 Ans2

7. Question
In case of drift method of tunnelling, the drift may be excavated at

 1. the bottom
 2. the side
 3. the top
 4. all
 Ans4

6. Question
The method of draining in the tunnels, is generally known as

 1. foredrainage
 2. dewatering
 3. permanent drainage
 4. all

5. Question
Pick up the correct statement regarding drilling a tunnel from the following:

 1. One drill is required for each 4 to 5 m2 force area

 2. Holes are drilled by pneumatically operated rock drills
 3. The diameter of the bore hole at the deepest point should be 6 mm more than the
diameter of the cartridge
 4. all

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3. Question
Which one of the following methods of tunnelling does not require the use of time bearing :

 1. Mechanical tunneler i.e. mole method

 2. Shield method
 3. Compressed air method
 4. all
 Ans4

2. Question
In case of railways,

 1. a open cut is preferred

 2. a detour round the hill is preferred
 3. tunnelling is preferred
 4. all
 Ans3

3. Question
Concrete lining is provided concurrently with the driving operation in case of

 1. none of these.
 2. rock terrain
 3. running soil
 4. soft rock
 Ans2

6. Question
For hauling muck from the tunnel, the following type of muck-car is used :

 1. side dump car

 2. balle-ship
 3. U-bottom
 4. all
 Ans4

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8. Question
Railway tunnels, are generally

 1. circular
 2. rectangular
 3. parabolic
 4. polycentric
 Ans4

Forepoling method is generally adopted for tunnelling in :

 1. firm ground
 2. soft ground
 3. running ground
 4. None of these.
 Ans2

10. Question
In the wooded bulk-head, used for mucking in steep grade tunnels,

 1. no opening is provided.
 2. two openings are provided
 3. one opening is provided
 4. three openings are provided
 Ans2

11. Question
High pressure grouting is generally restored for concreting in the lining if the rock strata is:

 1. poor
 2. likely to get seepage of water
 3. highly fissured
 4. all
 Ans4

12. Question
Pick up the explosive used for tunnelling in soft rocks from the following :

 1. special gelatine

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  2. blasting gelatine
 3. ammonia dynamite
 4. semi-gelatine.
 Ans3

13. Question
The tunnels, the artificial underground passages are constructed for :

 1. sewerage
 2. railways
 3. water supply project
 4. all
 Ans4

15. Question
Which one of the following methods is generally adopted for tunnelling in firm ground

 1. Full face method

 2. Drift method
 3. all
 4. Top heading and benching method
 Ans3

16. Question
An overhead track on a large truss frame is required in case of car changer by

 1. the grass hopper method

 2. the passing track method
 3. Dixon conveyor method.
 4. California crossing method
 Ans1

18. Question
Which one of the following methods is adopted for permanent drainage of tunnels :

 1. concrete lining
 2. grouting with cement or chemicals
 3. continuous open drains

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  4. all
 Ans 4

19. Question
Which one of the following methods is generally used for the layout of the muck-car tracks

 1. passing track method

 2. the cherry picker
 3. California crossing, Dixon conveyor
 4. all
 Ans4

21. Question
For full face method, the excavation to be done is generally divided into

 1. two sections
 2. four sections
 3. three sections
 4. five sections.
 Ans3

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