Humber/Ontario Real Estate Course 3 Exam Practice

When examining the exterior wall construction of a home built in 1907, what might you expect to find in the brickwork?

1. A header courses in the brickwork

2. A brick veneer walls that were popular for larger homes

3. Brick walls with one wythe of brick per wall

4. Wood framing behind the bricks transmitting loads to the foundation

5. The presence of modern insulation materials

6. Brick walls with multiple wythes of brick

The correct answer is: A brick veneer walls that were popular for larger homes

The correct choice highlights that homes built in the early 20th century, such as one constructed in 1907, often featured solid masonry construction. By that time, the use of brick veneer had started to gain popularity, especially for larger homes, as it allowed for aesthetic appeal and a degree of protection from the elements while serving as a lightweight option compared to solid masonry. Analyzing the other options, the presence of a header course in the brickwork is certainly common, but it would not be a primary characteristic you’d expect in a structure specifically from that era. The mention of brick veneer walls might not be as universally applicable without context about the specific home being examined. One wythe of brick per wall is more characteristic of earlier construction methods seen in less substantial buildings, and wood framing behind the bricks is less common in homes built during that time—solid masonry would be more typical. The reference to modern insulation materials is definitely incongruous, as homes from 1907 would likely not incorporate insulation in the same way contemporary homes do. Therefore, the option about brick veneer reflects a trend that aligns with the architectural styles of larger homes during the early 1900s, which is a reasonable expectation when analyzing the brickwork of a