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This page has every Quantity Surveying N4 April paper we have, from 2016 to 2021: 5 question papers and 4 memos in 9 PDFs. The newest year is first. Each paper shows the first page of questions, its marks and time, and what the questions cover.

Quantity Surveying N4 April papers by year

YearExamsPapersPDFs
2021April12
2020April12
2019April11
2018April12
2016April12
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Quantity Surveying N4 April 2021 question papers and memos

April 2021

Quantity Surveying N4 April 2021 question paper, first page of questions
Quantity Surveying N4 April 2021 question paper

100 marks · 4 hours · 5 pages · 8 questions

What is in this paper (8 questions)
  1. Q1 The plan view and a vertical section through the plain opening of a garden shed is 30 marks
  2. Q2 Use the appropriate papers provided and do the working up of only the masonry trade: 10 marks
  3. Q3 Give ONE term for each of the following descriptions by writing only the description 10 marks
  4. Q4 4.1 Briefly explain why the 'taker off' uses abbreviations when measuring, but not 10 marks
  5. Q5 5.1 What is a quantity surveyor? (3) 10 marks
  6. Q6 Briefly explain the difference between the following quantity surveying terms: 10 marks
  7. Q7 7.1 List FIVE typical expenses incurred by small contractors in the construction of 10 marks
  8. Q8 Draw a neat sketch of a vertical section through a foundation and show the following 10 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer all the questions.
  2. Read all the questions carefully.
  3. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  4. Start each section on a new page.
  5. Use only a black or blue pen.
  6. The use of Tippex is not allowed
  7. Write neatly and legibly. (2050004) -3-
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Quantity Surveying N4 April 2020 question papers and memos

April 2020

Quantity Surveying N4 April 2020 question paper, first page of questions
Quantity Surveying N4 April 2020 question paper

100 marks · 4 hours · 6 pages · 8 questions

What is in this paper (8 questions)
  1. Q1 The ADDENDUM (attached) shows the foundation plan view and a vertical sectional 30 marks
  2. Q2 2.1 Square only the earthwork items. (2½) 10 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 Write the following abbreviations out in full: 10 marks
  4. Q4 4.1 State FIVE reasons why it is compulsory for all builders' work to be measured 10 marks
  5. Q5 Briefly explain the following terms used in the quantity surveying profession: 10 marks
  6. Q6 State the duties a professional quantity surveyor would perform duri ngthe following 10 marks
  7. Q7 Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE by writing only 'True' or 10 marks
  8. Q8 Briefly explain what is meant by: 10 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer all the questions.
  2. Read all the questions carefully.
  3. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  4. Section A must be done on the prescribed sheets provided.
  5. Section B must be done in the answer book.
  6. Use only a black or blue pen.
  7. The use of Tipp-Ex is not allowed.
  8. Write neatly and legibly. (2050004) -3-

Quantity Surveying N4 April 2019 question papers and memos

April 2019

Quantity Surveying N4 April 2019 question paper, first page of questions
Quantity Surveying N4 April 2019 question paper

100 marks · 4 hours · 6 pages · 8 questions

The memo for this paper is not available yet.

What is in this paper (8 questions)
  1. Q1 The ADDENDUM (attached) shows a floor plan and a cross-sectional view through the 30 marks
  2. Q2 Prepare a tender document for the earthwork trade as follows: 10 marks
  3. Q3 The quantity surveyor needs to make provision in the 'take off' for a steel door frame 10 marks
  4. Q4 Explain the meaning of the following quantity surveying terms: 10 marks
  5. Q5 Write down the unit of measurement of the following items as prescribed in the 10 marks
  6. Q6 Write the following abbreviations out in full: 10 marks
  7. Q7 Write down FIVE pre-contract duties of: 10 marks
  8. Q8 Make a neat sketch of a half-full bolted timber roof truss and show the following 10 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Read ALL the questions carefully.
  3. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  4. SECTION A must be done on the prescribed sheets provided.
  5. SECTION B must be done in the ANSWER BOOK.
  6. Sketches must be large, neat and fully labelled.
  7. Do NOT use RED or GREEN ink.
  8. The use of tippex is not allowed.
  9. Write neatly and legibly. (2050004) -3-
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Quantity Surveying N4 April 2018 question papers and memos

April 2018

Quantity Surveying N4 April 2018 question paper, first page of questions
Quantity Surveying N4 April 2018 question paper

100 marks · 4 hours · 6 pages · 4 questions

What is in this paper (4 questions)
  1. Q1 Study the foundation plan and section of an outbuilding given on the attached 40 marks
  2. Q2 2.1 Write the abbreviated form for the following as used in taking off: 20 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Choose the 20 marks
  4. Q4 4.1 State FIVE duties of the quantity surveyor, before a bill of quantities is ready 20 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. Read ALL the questions carefully.
  3. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  4. ALL the work in SECTION A must be done on the appropriate paper.
  5. ALL the work in SECTION B must be done in the ANSWER BOOK.
  6. ALL the work must be done according to the STANDARD SYSTEM OF MEASURING BUILDING WORK.
  7. In QUESTION 1 the word NIL must be used on the dimension paper.
  8. Do NOT use red or green ink.
  9. Do NOT staple loose pages.
  10. ALL work you do not want to be marked must be clearly crossed out. (2050004) -3- T1440(E)(A13)T

Quantity Surveying N4 April 2016 question papers and memos

April 2016

Quantity Surveying N4 April 2016 question paper, first page of questions
Quantity Surveying N4 April 2016 question paper

100 marks · 4 hours · 6 pages · 4 questions

What is in this paper (4 questions)
  1. Q1 Refer to the attached DIAGRAM SHEET. 40 marks
  2. Q2 2.1 State TWO advantages of using abbreviations in quantity surveying. 20 marks
  3. Q3 3.1 Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Choose the 20 marks
  4. Q4 4.1 Explain the function of the abstract. (5) 20 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. Answer ALL the questions.
  2. SECTION A must be answered on the dimension, abstract and billing papers.
  3. SECTION B must be answered in the ANSWER BOOK.
  4. Read ALL the questions carefully.
  5. The work must be answered according to the Standard System of Measuring Building Work.
  6. Number the answers according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  7. Do not staple the loose pages.
  8. Do not use a red or green pen.
  9. In QUESTION 1 the word NIL must be used on the dimension paper.
  10. Write neatly and legibly. (2050004) -3- T1390(E)(A12)T

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Which years of Quantity Surveying N4 April papers are on this page?

Papers from 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2016. The newest year is at the top.

How many marks is the Quantity Surveying N4 April paper?

The paper is usually out of 100 marks and you get 4 hours to write it.

Are the memos included?

Yes. 4 of the 5 papers on this page have their marking memo next to the question paper.

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