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How to dig soak pits in dry riverbeds for water extraction - Exam
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  • 1. What is the primary purpose of a soak pit in a dry riverbed?
A) Water extraction
B) Flood prevention
C) Erosion control
D) Sediment collection
  • 2. What is a critical factor when choosing a location for a soak pit?
A) Distance from vegetation
B) Elevation of the riverbed
C) Soil color
D) Proximity to underground water flow
  • 3. What type of soil is best suited for a soak pit?
A) Silt
B) Gravel and sand
C) Loam
D) Clay
  • 4. What is the recommended minimum diameter of a soak pit?
A) 0.5 meter
B) 0.3 meter
C) 1 meter
D) 2 meters
  • 5. What is the recommended minimum depth of a soak pit?
A) 0.3 meters
B) 1.5 meters
C) 0.5 meter
D) 1 meter
  • 6. What material is commonly used to line the soak pit walls?
A) Plastic
B) Gravel
C) Clay
D) Cement
  • 7. Why is gravel used to line the pit walls?
A) To prevent collapse
B) To add weight
C) To retain moisture
D) To filter water
  • 8. What should be placed at the bottom of the soak pit?
A) Coarse gravel
B) Clay layer
C) Bare earth
D) Fine sand
  • 9. What is the purpose of placing larger stones at the bottom?
A) Support the walls
B) Facilitate water infiltration
C) Prevent water from escaping
D) Attract minerals
  • 10. What should be done after the pit is lined and filled with gravel?
A) Cover with plastic
B) Fill with soil
C) Leave open to the air
D) Cover with a permeable material
  • 11. Why is a permeable cover recommended?
A) To attract rain
B) To prevent contamination
C) To keep animals out
D) To increase evaporation
  • 12. How often should a soak pit be inspected?
A) Only when it stops producing water
B) Annually
C) Never
D) Regularly, especially after heavy rain
  • 13. What is a common cause of soak pit failure?
A) Sunlight exposure
B) Excessive water extraction
C) Sediment buildup
D) Animal burrowing
  • 14. How can sediment buildup be prevented?
A) Regular cleaning and maintenance
B) Adding more gravel
C) Ignoring it
D) Using chemicals
  • 15. What tool is essential for digging a soak pit?
A) Measuring tape
B) Level
C) Screwdriver
D) Shovel
  • 16. What safety precaution is important when digging?
A) Dig alone
B) Ignore potential hazards
C) Work barefoot
D) Wear gloves and eye protection
  • 17. What is the purpose of a well screen (if installed)?
A) Increase water pressure
B) Prevent sediment from entering the pump
C) Cool the water
D) Filter chemicals
  • 18. What factor determines the number of soak pits needed?
A) Size of the riverbed
B) Water demand and riverbed flow
C) Number of people using the water
D) Local regulations
  • 19. How does a soak pit contribute to water conservation?
A) It reduces evaporation
B) It captures and utilizes subsurface flow
C) It creates surface water storage
D) It increases rainfall
  • 20. What is a potential environmental impact of poorly managed soak pits?
A) Increased rainfall
B) Improved soil fertility
C) Groundwater contamination
D) Reduced erosion
  • 21. Which of these is NOT a sign of a good soak pit location?
A) Vegetation nearby
B) Damp soil a few feet down
C) Standing water on the surface
D) Evidence of past water flow
  • 22. What is the best time of year to construct a soak pit?
A) Any time of year
B) During the dry season
C) During the rainy season
D) During a flood
  • 23. What is the purpose of a collection pipe (if used)?
A) To add pressure to the water flow
B) To gather water from the surrounding gravel
C) To release excess water
D) To measure the water level
  • 24. What is a disadvantage of soak pits compared to other water extraction methods?
A) Lower yield in some cases
B) Higher cost
C) Requires electricity
D) More complex construction
  • 25. What type of pump is typically used with a soak pit?
A) Windmill pump
B) Centrifugal pump
C) Submersible pump
D) Hand pump
  • 26. If the water from the soak pit is for drinking, what is recommended?
A) Adding chlorine
B) Water filtration and purification
C) Boiling the water
D) Ignoring water quality
  • 27. How can the lifespan of a soak pit be extended?
A) Over-extraction of water
B) Regular maintenance and cleaning
C) Ignoring sediment buildup
D) Using substandard materials
  • 28. What is a potential hazard when working in a dry riverbed?
A) Flash floods
B) Extremely cold temperatures
C) Volcanic eruptions
D) Wild animals
  • 29. What is the significance of native vegetation near the site?
A) Indicates groundwater presence
B) Attracts wildlife
C) Indicates soil quality
D) Provides shade
  • 30. What is one alternative name for a soak pit used for water extraction?
A) Swale
B) Drainage ditch
C) Infiltration gallery
D) Retention pond
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