First Term Examination Questions Basic Technology JSS 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 12
Basic Technology JSS 1 First Term Examination – Week 12
Instructions for Students
- Read All Instructions Carefully: Before starting the exam, read all the instructions on this paper. Understanding the instructions will help you complete the exam correctly.
- Attempt All Questions: Answer all parts of the exam: Objective Questions, Theory Questions, and True or False Questions.
- Write Neatly: Use clear handwriting. Write your answers in the spaces provided.
- Check Your Work: Review your answers before submitting the paper. Make sure you have answered all the questions.
- Avoid Malpractices:
- Do not talk to other students.
- Do not use unauthorized materials or devices.
- Do not copy from others.
- Keep your eyes on your own paper.
- Follow the Timing: Complete the exam within the time given. Do not spend too long on any one question.
Part A: Objective Questions
Choose the correct answer for each question and fill in the blank with the letter of the correct option (a, b, c, or d).
- Rubber is made from __________.
a) plastic b) metal c) latex d) glass - __________ plastics can be reshaped when heated.
a) Thermoplastics b) Thermosetting c) Natural d) Recycled - The main property of rubber is its __________.
a) rigidity b) elasticity c) weight d) color - PVC is a type of __________.
a) rubber b) glass c) plastic d) metal - __________ is used in medical gloves.
a) Synthetic rubber b) Ceramics c) Glass d) Wood - A property of plastics is that they are __________.
a) heavy b) brittle c) lightweight d) opaque - __________ is used for making car tires.
a) Natural rubber b) Ceramics c) Wood d) Metal - An example of a thermosetting plastic is __________.
a) epoxy b) polyethylene c) PVC d) polystyrene - Metals are classified based on their __________.
a) color b) weight c) physical properties d) size - __________ is known for its transparency and use in windows.
a) Glass b) Rubber c) Wood d) Plastic - Safety devices in workshops include __________.
a) goggles b) glass c) ceramics d) paper - __________ is used for insulation in electronics.
a) Plastic b) Metal c) Wood d) Glass - Natural rubber comes from __________.
a) trees b) rocks c) machines d) animals - The type of plastic used in pipes is __________.
a) PVC b) polyethylene c) fiberglass d) rubber - One of the uses of ceramics is __________.
a) in medical devices b) in car tires c) in plastic bags d) in electrical wires - __________ plastics harden permanently after shaping.
a) Thermosetting b) Thermoplastics c) Natural d) Recycled - __________ is a common material for packaging.
a) Plastic b) Wood c) Metal d) Rubber - An example of a thermoplastic is __________.
a) polyethylene b) epoxy c) resin d) phenolic - Rubber is __________ to water.
a) resistant b) conductive c) reactive d) permeable - __________ is used for electrical insulation.
a) Plastic b) Rubber c) Wood d) Metal - The process of shaping plastic multiple times is known as __________.
a) molding b) melting c) setting d) drying - The main property of metals is __________.
a) malleability b) transparency c) flexibility d) opacity - __________ are used in tires and gaskets.
a) Synthetic rubbers b) Plastics c) Ceramics d) Glass - The property of plastics that allows them to be molded into various shapes is __________.
a) versatility b) rigidity c) weight d) density - One use of rubber is __________.
a) making erasers b) manufacturing bottles c) making windows d) creating electronic parts - __________ is used in the construction of pipes and fittings.
a) PVC b) rubber c) wood d) metal - Glass is __________ and used in windows.
a) transparent b) opaque c) flexible d) heavy - The main property of ceramics is __________.
a) hardness b) flexibility c) elasticity d) transparency - __________ are often used in construction for their durability.
a) Plastics b) Ceramics c) Wood d) Glass - __________ is a type of plastic used for packaging.
a) Polyethylene b) Phenolic c) Epoxy d) Rubber
Part B: Theory Questions
Write short answers to the following questions.
- Define natural rubber and state one of its uses.
- Explain the difference between thermoplastics and thermosetting plastics.
- List and describe two properties of metals.
- How are ceramics used in everyday life?
- Describe the safety devices used in a workshop.
- What are the common uses of plastics in the construction industry?
- Explain how to identify different types of plastics.
- Discuss the properties of rubber that make it suitable for car tires.
- How do plastics benefit the packaging industry?
- What are the primary properties of glass?
- Describe the uses of synthetic rubber.
- How are plastics classified based on their properties?
- What is the importance of workshop safety guidelines?
- Explain how to identify metals by their physical properties.
- What are the different types of ceramics and their uses?
- Discuss the properties of thermosetting plastics and their applications.
- How can you identify ceramics and glass?
- What makes rubber an ideal material for medical gloves?
- Describe the role of plastics in electronics.
- Explain how wood properties impact its use in construction.
Part C: True or False Questions
Mark each statement as True or False.
- Rubber is made from synthetic materials only. (True/False)
- Thermoplastics can be reshaped when heated. (True/False)
- Ceramics are used primarily in electronics. (True/False)
- Plastics are commonly used in packaging materials. (True/False)
- Glass is opaque and used in windows. (True/False)
- Synthetic rubbers are made from natural sources. (True/False)
- Thermosetting plastics harden permanently after shaping. (True/False)
- Metals are identified based on their physical properties. (True/False)
- Plastics are rarely used in the construction industry. (True/False)
- Natural rubber can be found in the form of latex. (True/False)
Conclusion
Review your answers carefully before submitting your paper. Ensure you have followed all the instructions and completed all sections.
BASIC TECHNOLOGY
SUBJECT: Basic Technology
CLASS: JSS 1
TIME: 1 HOUR
NAME: ________________________
INSTRUCTIONS:
Use an HB pencil throughout. Answer all questions. Each question is followed by four options lettered A to D. Choose the correct option for each question and shade in pencil on your answer sheet the letter that matches your choice.
SECTION A (OBJECTIVE QUESTIONS)
- Which of the following is regarded as a product of high-level technology?
A. Bellow
B. Cutlass
C. Air conditioner
D. Wheelbarrow - Technological literacy is important because it enables people to:
A. Repair machines only
B. Use technology effectively
C. Build cars
D. Write computer programs - Which of the following is not a high-level technology product?
A. Television
B. Radio
C. Camera
D. Cutlass - In which of the following areas has man benefited the most from technology?
A. Transportation
B. Communication
C. Agriculture
D. All of the above - Technology is defined as:
A. The study of plants
B. The practical application of knowledge in producing goods and services
C. The ability to invent
D. A science fiction concept - Which of the following professions is not related to technology?
A. Mechanical engineering
B. Electrical engineering
C. Lawyer
D. Quantity surveyor - Which of the following are examples of high-level technology products?
A. Cutlass, ships, bellow
B. Cell phones, camera, aircraft
C. Television, hoe, radio
D. Cars, cutlass, biro - Which of the following is odd in relation to safety equipment?
A. Hand gloves
B. Plier
C. Boots
D. Fire extinguisher - Which of the following is incorrect about accidents?
A. Accidents are often due to disobedience to rules and regulations in the workshop
B. Accidents are due to carelessness of users
C. Accidents cannot be prevented
D. Accidents are due to lack of knowledge - A place where goods are repaired and stored is called:
A. Workshop
B. Silos
C. Shop
D. Office - Overall is worn in the workshop to ensure:
A. Accidents
B. Safety
C. Wetness
D. Cleanliness - The use of donkeys and horses for transportation is common in:
A. Developed countries
B. Developing countries
C. Cities
D. Factories - Technology refers to:
A. The use of machines
B. The study of human behavior
C. The scientific study of animals
D. Methods of making and doing things - Which of the following is not a technological device found at home?
A. Radio
B. Television
C. CD player
D. Marker board - Which of these is not a technological advancement in the transportation sector?
A. Aircraft
B. Train
C. Cart
D. Motor vehicle - One of the following is used for extinguishing fires:
A. Fire extinguisher
B. Burner
C. Chemical splash
D. Sharp object - Fire that occurs due to electrical faults is called:
A. Chemical fire
B. Kinetic fire
C. Electrical fire
D. Solar fire - Cylindrical metal containers painted red and containing chemicals to extinguish small fires are called:
A. Fire blankets
B. Fire extinguishers
C. Sand buckets
D. Fire alarms - The equipment used to protect the head in a workshop is called:
A. Gloves
B. Boots
C. Helmet
D. Shield - Accidents in workshops can be caused by:
A. Carelessness
B. Proper use of tools
C. Following safety guidelines
D. Regular maintenance of equipment - The following are workshop accidents except:
A. Electroshock
B. Burns
C. Drowning
D. Chemical splash - The process of making things using machines is referred to as:
A. Manual process
B. Mechanized process
C. Physical process
D. Artificial process - Which of the following is not a career related to technology?
A. Aeronautical engineering
B. Piloting
C. Fishing
D. Quantity surveying - Which of the following safety devices is used to protect against fire in workshops?
A. Fire blankets
B. Plier
C. Hand gloves
D. Boots - The ability to use technology effectively to solve problems is called:
A. Technological creativity
B. Technological literacy
C. Mechanical engineering
D. Computer programming - Which of the following defines a pedestrian?
A. A person walking on a designated footpath
B. A person riding a bicycle
C. A person driving a car
D. A person crossing the road on a bike - The act of riding a bicycle is referred to as:
A. Cycling
B. Motoring
C. Steering
D. Skating - The pedestrian crossing sign is also called:
A. Zebra crossing
B. Pelican crossing
C. Toucan crossing
D. Bike route - Which of the following is not a technological development in security?
A. Armored cars
B. Bombs
C. Bows and arrows
D. Guns - Technological advancements in communication include:
A. Radio
B. Newspaper
C. Internet
D. All of the above - A process of manufacturing goods by hand is called:
A. Manual process
B. Mechanized process
C. Chemical process
D. Technological process - Which of the following is not a method of education in the dark ages?
A. Chalkboard
B. Slate
C. Computer
D. Book - A machine used to create electronic presentations is called:
A. Projector
B. CD player
C. Typewriter
D. Tape recorder - The modern approach to doing things using machines is called:
A. Manual process
B. Physical process
C. Mechanized process
D. Natural process - Which of these technological devices helps in preventing road accidents?
A. Airbags
B. Windshield
C. Rear-view mirrors
D. All of the above - A fire alarm is a device used to:
A. Put out fires
B. Alert people to the presence of a fire
C. Prevent electrical fires
D. Repair damaged fire extinguishers - One of the following is not a benefit of modern technology:
A. Faster transportation
B. Better communication
C. Internet access
D. More accidents - A mechanical device that moves air is called:
A. Fan
B. Wheel
C. Generator
D. Gear - Technology helps in making life easier by providing:
A. Food
B. Shelter
C. Tools and machines
D. Air - Which of the following is a natural resource?
A. Oil
B. Car
C. Table
D. Computer - The safety guideline for crossing roads as a pedestrian includes:
A. Running across
B. Using a pedestrian bridge
C. Ignoring traffic signs
D. Crossing with your eyes closed - All the following are examples of technological devices except:
A. Mobile phones
B. Television
C. Chalkboard
D. Bicycle - One of the following is not part of workshop safety guidelines:
A. Wearing gloves
B. Ignoring instructions
C. Following rules
D. Using safety goggles - Brightly colored clothes are worn at night for:
A. Visibility
B. Security
C. Fashion
D. None of the above - Which of the following can cause fire outbreaks?
A. Electrical spark
B. Fire extinguisher
C. Fire alarm
D. Water - Technology has improved agriculture by:
A. Introducing tractors
B. Increasing manual labor
C. Reducing the use of fertilizers
D. None of the above - Pedestrians should always:
A. Walk on the road
B. Use the pedestrian crossing
C. Ignore traffic lights
D. Run across highways - One of the following is not a benefit of technology in education:
A. Chalkboards
B. Computers
C. E-learning
D. Solar panels - Which of these is a technological tool used in hospitals?
A. Stethoscope
B. Hand sanitizer
C. Chalk
D. Shovel - What is the purpose of technology in agriculture?
A. To increase production
B. To reduce costs
C. To improve efficiency
D. All of the above
SECTION B (THEORY QUESTIONS)
- Define technology and give two examples of technological devices used at home.
- Explain two safety measures to observe in a workshop.
- List three types of technological advancements that have improved transportation.
- Explain the role of technology in communication and give two examples of communication devices.
- What is a pedestrian and explain the purpose of pedestrian crossings?
- List two workshop accidents and describe how they can be prevented.
- Describe the impact of technology on agriculture and give two examples of modern agricultural tools.
- Discuss two ways in which technology has improved education.
- Explain the use of safety equipment in a workshop and list two examples.
- Define technological literacy and explain its importance in today’s world.