Basic Civil Engineering Quiz
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Do you know about the facts related to the introduction of Civil Engineering? Take this basic civil engineering quiz, and see how much you know. Civil engineering is a well-established career now that it is often hard to believe it never existed. Do you know all about the career you dream of following? Let's test your knowledge with this little quiz! If you like the quiz, do not forget to share it with others associated with Civil Engineering.
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When was civil engineering officially recognized as a career?
- A.
1717
- B.
1817
- C.
1818
- D.
1828
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D. 1828Explanation
In 1828, civil engineering was officially recognized as a career. This means that it was at this time that the field of civil engineering gained recognition and acceptance as a distinct and important profession. Prior to this, civil engineering may have existed in some form, but it was not recognized as a separate profession with its own set of skills and expertise. The recognition of civil engineering in 1828 marked an important milestone in the development of the field and solidified its status as a legitimate career choice.Rate this question:
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Which University in England was the first to teach civil engineering?
- A.
Cambridge
- B.
Oxford
- C.
Norwich
- D.
Liverpool
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C. NorwichExplanation
Norwich University was the first university in England to teach civil engineering.Rate this question:
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When did this University start teaching this course?
- A.
1820
- B.
1819
- C.
1717
- D.
1605
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B. 1819Explanation
The University started teaching this course in 1819.Rate this question:
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Who was the founder of this University?
- A.
The King
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The Queen
- C.
Captain Alden Patridge
- D.
John Smeaton
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C. Captain Alden PatridgeExplanation
Captain Alden Partridge is the founder of this University.Rate this question:
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Which was the first University in America to offer civil engineering as a course?
- A.
Harvard
- B.
Yale
- C.
Michigan
- D.
Renssenlaer Polytechnic Institute
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D. Renssenlaer Polytechnic InstituteExplanation
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute was the first university in America to offer civil engineering as a course.Rate this question:
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When was this course established at this University?
- A.
1840
- B.
1838
- C.
1818
- D.
1717
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B. 1838Explanation
This course was established at this university in 1838.Rate this question:
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Who was the first woman to receive a civil engineering degree?
- A.
Nora Field
- B.
Nora Roberts
- C.
Nora Stanton Blatch
- D.
Nora Blanket
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C. Nora Stanton BlatchExplanation
Nora Stanton Blatch was the first woman to receive a civil engineering degree.Rate this question:
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When did she receive this degree?
- A.
1905
- B.
1803
- C.
1903
- D.
1915
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A. 1905Explanation
The correct answer is 1905.Rate this question:
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When was the Class of Civil Engineering and Mining founded?
- A.
1905
- B.
1818
- C.
1840
- D.
1838
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D. 1838Explanation
The Class of Civil Engineering and Mining was founded in 1838.Rate this question:
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Where was this class founded?
- A.
University of Cambridge
- B.
Norwich University
- C.
King's College London
- D.
Oxford University
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C. King's College LondonExplanation
King's College London is the correct answer because it is stated in the options as one of the possible locations where the class was founded.Rate this question:
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