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The following test is a mix between (multiple choices and true or false statement):
Answer 40 questions .
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1.The company’s successful advertising campaign resulted in a substantial pay rise for the
marketing executive.
1. A: marketing executive
2. B: accountant
3. C: landman
2.The company is looking to hire experienced professionals to study the structure of the earth in the
oil field.
1. A: lawyers
2. B: geologists
3. C: hydrologists
3.The rig was in bad condition and took several hours to clean and repair.
1. A: diver
2. B: roustabout
3. C: rig manager
4.Derrick men were on the platform at the top of the rig, monitoring the drill pipe and mud
processing.
1. A: derrick men
2. B: medics
3. C: gaugers
5.Blackwell invests billions of dollars each year to explore new areas and increase its proven
reserves.
1. A: recover
2. B: extract
3. C: explore
6.The oil extracted was stored in the doghouse on the oil rig.
1. A: catwalk
2. B: possum belly
3. C: doghouse
7.A roughneck used a pill to stop the fluid leaking from the drilling.
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1. A: flare
2. B: catline
3. C: pill
8.A young engineer was willing to move to the frozen tundra as the oil company offered to
double his salary.
1. A: tundra
2. B: jungle
3. C: desert
9.Workers took shelter in the doghouse until the blizzard passed and they could go back to
work.
1. A: light rain
2. B: blizzard
3. C: light snow
10.The oil rig was suddenly struck by lightning, putting the workers’ lives in danger.
1. A: lightning
2. B: rain
3. C: hail
12.A roustabout working on a rig has to be in good shape because his work involves manual
labor.
1. A: manual labor
2. B: perks
3. C: shift work
13.The oil company requests its workers to do manual labor to ensure the continuous flow
of operations.
1. A: leave
2. B: manual labor
3. C: shift work
14.The derrick man closely inspected the steel framework to locate the damage that needed
repairing.
1. A: inspected
2. B: cleared
3. C: provided
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15.The worker’s job on the oil rig involved digging holes, locating leaks, and capping leaking
oil pipes.
1. A: bolting
2. B: capping
3. C: screwing
16.The worker cut through the rusted steel surface with a grinder.
1. A: hacksaw
2. B: wrench
3. C: grinder
17.The rig worker loosened the nuts with a spanner and then separated the two pieces.
1. A: screwdriver
2. B: spanner
3. C: saw disc
18The workers used a swage to straighten the collapsing piping in the well.
1. A: swage
2. B: overshoot
3. C: drilling jar
19.The accountant estimated that the oil company’s profits will go up by 20% this year.
1. A: estimates
2. B: comes to
3. C: subtracts
20.Geometry students were asked to join six lines to form the shape of a hexagon.
1. A: circle
2. B: hexagon
3. C: square
21.The engineer laid the metal sheet in a horizontal position flat on the ground.
1. A: vertical
2. B: horizontal
3. C: circular
22.Blackwell announced that it had processed over 5,000 gallons of oil last month.
1. A: gallons
2. B: centimeters
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3. C: miles
23.The oil company constructed a pipeline which is 75 miles long and has increased its oil
transportation by 20%.
1. A: feet
2. B: miles
3. C: acres
24.Blackwell announced that it had processed over 5,000 gallons of oil last month.
1. A: gallons
2. B: centimeters
3. C: miles
25.The oil company constructed a pipeline which is 75 miles long and has increased its oil
transportation by 20%.
1. A: feet
2. B: miles
3. C: acres
26.Which graphic shape has no mention made anywhere throughout entire
article/content??
A).Octagon b).Trapezoid c).Hexagon d).Circle
27.Purpose behind studying Geometry aspect within context discussed here entails exactly
which objective/goal??
A).To learn methods calculating volume/surface area pertaining diverse shapes
B).Study history relating geometry
C).Learn about distinct geometric shapes
D).Understand geological formations found prevalent across various oil fields.
28.According metric system currently adopted worldwide; which unit denotes
measurement reflecting land area dimensions??
A).Hectares
B).Meters
C).Kilometers
D).Millimeters
29.Which weather condition(s), if encountered at worksite/platforms, require immediate
cessation/relocation:
a.Light snow b.Hail c.Blizzard d.Sandstorms
30.What distinguishes roustabouts from rig welders within this sector ?
A). Roustabouts operate drills while welders repair infrastructure .
B ).Roustabouts handle general labor tasks whereas welders specialize welding/fabrication
work
C ).There isn’t much difference between roles performed by these two positions within this
field
D ).Roustabouts represent entry-level posts, unlike certified/skilled Rig Welder positions.
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31..Do new workers find it entertaining when someone confuses “catwalk” with “wildcat”?
A ) True
B ) False
32.Does ‘doghouse’ refer to actual housing units where workers reside while working at
offshore rigs ?
A )True
B )False
33.In terms of slang used by workers at rigs , what does ‘joint’ signify ?
A )True
B )False
34.Is ‘knowledge box’ easily comprehended by fresh recruits joining offshore rigs?
A ).True
b ).False
35.What was memo issued about ?
A ).Recruitment drive aimed towards remote locations
b ).Offering bonus pay for those willing to relocate
c ).Announcing hike
d).Informing staff about new office locations.
36.. Does Measuring Up sell specialized measuring instruments called rota-meters?
A) True
B) False
37. What is the primary duty of a gauger working in the oil industry?
A) Performing maintenance and repairs on drilling equipment
B)Overseeing daily operations of drilling rig
C)Monitoring and regulating flow of oil from a well
D)Coordinating work among various teams at drilling site
38. Which position requires specialized training and certification in diving and underwater
operations?
A). Derrick man
B). Diver
C). Production foreman
D). Roustabout
39. Is it mandatory for employees near fumes or chemicals to wear respirator masks and
goggles while working at Oiltron?
A). True
B). False
40.What is primarily expected from tool-pushers (rig managers)?
A.) Oversee daily operations & maintenance of drilling rig
B.) Coordinate tasks between different crews & teams on rig
C.) Ensure safety & compliance during all activities related to drilling
D.) All options are correct.
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GOOD LUCK TO ALL…………………….
