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Basic Technology Exam Questions for JSS 1-3

The document consists of a series of examination questions for Basic Technology across three Junior Secondary School (JSS) levels. It includes multiple-choice questions and theory questions covering topics such as technology, workshop safety, materials, and processes related to wood and metal. Each section requires students to demonstrate their understanding of the subject matter through objective and descriptive responses.

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Basic Technology Exam Questions for JSS 1-3

The document consists of a series of examination questions for Basic Technology across three Junior Secondary School (JSS) levels. It includes multiple-choice questions and theory questions covering topics such as technology, workshop safety, materials, and processes related to wood and metal. Each section requires students to demonstrate their understanding of the subject matter through objective and descriptive responses.

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NAME: _______________________________________________________________________________

CLASS: JSS 1 SUBJECT: BASIC TECHNOLOGY DURATION: _______________


INSTRUCTION: Answer all questions in section A and any three in section B.
SECTION A: OBJECTIVES
1. _______ processes are methods of doing things by hands and common to underdeveloped countries.
(a) Artificial (b) Physical (c) Manual (d) Potential
2. There are two forms of technology. They are __________ and __________. (a) artificial and physical
(b) underdeveloped and highly developed (c) mechanical and electric (d) developed and potential
3. The use of donkey and horse to travel from one place to another is known as ______ (a) underdeveloped
(b) electrical (c) artificial (d) developed
4. _________________ are the methods of doing and making things by using machines. (a) Manual
process (b) Mechanized process (c) Physical process (d) Artificial process
5. The following are the modern methods of security except (a) use of bullets (b) use of arrow and
bow (c) use of CCTV Camera (d) use of bombs
6. The following methods can prevent accident while working in the workshop except (a) Always use the
right tools for each job (b) Always keep to instruction (c) Avoid using worn out tools (d) Always play in
the workshop
7. Who is a pedestrian? (a) A driver (b) A cyclist (c) An athlete (d) Somebody walking along the road
8. The following are the operations performed in a workshop except (a) Construction (b) Design and
fabrication (c) Theatre (d) Repair
9. We use _______ to protect our eyes during arc welding. (a) dark google (b) internet (c) computer
(d) paper
10. Wood can be classified into _______ and _______ (a) hardwood and wetwood (b) soft and
wetwood (c) softwood and hardwood (d) cheap wood and expensive wood
11. _______ are called deciduous wood. (a) Softwood (b) Wetwood (c) Cheap wood (d) Hardwood
12. _______ has the ability to conduct heat and electricity. (a) Metal (b) Ceramic (c) Plastic (d) Rubber
13. _______ easily breaks when dropped on the ground. (a) Metal Ceramic (c0 Wood (d0 Concrete
14. _______ are equipment used in order to achieve safety. (a) Fire fighter (b) Fire extinguisher (c) Safety
devices (d) Fire bell
15. Hardwood have _______ leaves. (a) broad (b) yellow (c) brown (d) dark
16. Softwood have _______ leaves. (a) dark (b) yellow (c) brown (d) needle-like
17. Clay, mud and cement are used to produce _______ (a) ceramic (b) plastic (c) rubber (d) metal
18. Drawing activities are performed on _______ (a) dining table (b) drawing board (c) table tennis
(d) workbench
19. Natural rubber is obtained from _______ liquid.
20. Which of the following is not used in making glass (a) sand (b) lime (c) polish (d) clay

SECTION B: THEORY QUESTIONS


1(a) Explain five importance of technology in our society.
(b) Mention five products of technology that can be found in the school.

2(a) Who is a pedestrian?


(b) List eight things that can be made of wood.

3(a) Mention five properties of hardwood and softwood.


(b) Differentiate between ferrous metals and non-ferrous metals.

4. Draw five workshop hand tools and explain their uses.

5(a) What is an accident?


(b) Mention five workshop safety rules.
NAME: _______________________________________________________________________________
CLASS: JSS 2 SUBJECT: BASIC TECHNOLOGY DURATION: _______________
INSTRUCTION: Answer all questions in section A and any three in section B.
SECTION A: OBJECTIVES
1. In a workshop, one of these is a fire protector equipment. (a) Hammer (b) Helmet (c) Extinguisher
(d) Safety boot
2. The shinny property of a metal is called its ______ (a) shinning (b) luster (c) sonorosity (d) fair
3. Electric spark and current fluctuation can lead to _____________ (a) human fire (b) chemical fire
(c) electric fire (d) water fire
4. Which of these is not a material found in a first aid box (a) cotton wool (b) knife (c) scissors
(d) bandage
5. When handling a patient with blood wound, which of these is compulsory? (a) Google (b) Nose mask
(c) Gloves (d) Face cap
6. The bet first aid given to someone with burns is to quickly apply _______ (a) methylated spirit
(b) cold water (c) petrol (d) sandy water
7. __________ is the process of mixing two or more metals together to form a new one. (a) Alloying
(b) Extracting (c) Joining (d) Processing
8. Which of these is not a portable work machine? (a) Sander (b) Circular saw (c) Drill press (d) Metal
lathe
9. Which of these is a protective device for the eyes? (a) Goggle (b) Gloves (c) Safety boot (d) Laboratory
coat
10. The impure/raw from of metal is called ______ (a) impurity (b) ore (c) metalloid (d) alloy
11. The major row material in the making of ceramic is _______ (a) sand (b) clay (c) ore (d) copper
12. Which of these is not a type of triangle? (a) Scalene (b) Isosceles (c) Regular (d) Equilateral
13. What is the area of a square with sides 5cm? (a) 10cm2 (b) 25cm2 (c) 15cm2 (d) 5cm2
14. The radius of a circle is X cm, what will be its dimeter? (a) 4Xcm (b) 3Xcm (c) 2Xcm (d) Xcm
15. A circle of diameter 20cm will have a radius of _______ (a) 10cm (b) 20cm (c) 40cm (d) 5cm
16. Which of these cannot conduct electricity? (a) Metals (b) Wet metals (c) Wet wood (d) Dry wood
17. One of these is not an alloy of copper. (a) Brass (b) Bronze (c) Duralumin (d) Solder
18. Which of these is not a technological product? (a) Phone (b) Electric blender (c) Grinding stone
(d) Pressing iron
19. _______ is the coordinated search and rescue of emergency water landings as well as people who have
survived shipwreck or boat mishap? (a) ASR (b) CSAR (c) Cave rescue (d) RRS
20. The art of using clay to make various objects is called _______ (a) blacksmith (b) molding (c) pottery
(d) carving
SECTION B: THEORY QUESTIONS
1(a) What is first aid?
(b) List eight (8) materials we can find in a first aid box.
2(a) Explain the process of obliging wood.
(b) List eight (8) things that be made of wood domestically.
3(a) Define rescue operation.
(b) How would you rescue victims of building collapse?
4(a) Explain why it is important to have a first aid kit in a workshop.
(b) List the information required in tittle block.

5(a) With the aid of compasses and a ruler, construct angle 600 and 300

(b) Construct angle ABC such that AB is 8cm, BC 7cm and AC is 6cm.
NAME: _______________________________________________________________________________
CLASS: JSS 3 SUBJECT: BASIC TECHNOLOGY DURATION: _______________
INSTRUCTION: Answer all questions in section A and any three in section B.
SECTION A: OBJECTIVES
1. Which of these is not a product of technology? (a) Pressing iron (b) Electric blender (c) Photocopying
machine (d) Shovel and rake
2. __________ designs and creates a picture of a proposed building. (a) Sound engineer (b) Architect
(c) Mechanical engineer (d) Brick layer
3. The process of cutting down trees in the forest with the aid of specialized saw is called _____________
(a) cutting (b) felling (c) removing (d) hacking
4. Which of these is not a state in the southern part of Nigeria? (a) Bayelsa (b) Delta (c) Cross Rivers
(d) Benue
5. The raw form of metals is called ______ (a) impurity (b) ore (c) alloy (d) rust
6. The process of heating metal ore in a blast furnace is called _________ (a) smelting (b) blasting
(c) finishing (d) extraction
7. Which of these is not an alloy of metal? (a) Brass (b) Bronze (c) Mercury (d) Duralumin
8. Which of these is used to harden clay by heat? (a) Warmer (b) Microwave (c) Kiln (d) Stove
9. At what angle is isometric drawings achieved? (a) 450 (b) 600 (c) 300 (d) 900
10. In oblique drawing, objects are always drawn at _______ angle to the horizontal. (a) (a) 450 (b) 600
(c) 300 (d) 900
11. A rectangular field of size 120m by 60m is reduced by half, its new size will be _______ (a) 120m by
60m (b) 60m by 30m (c) 30m by 90m (d) 90m by 30m
12. A square shape of length 40cm is increased by half, its new length will be _______ (a) 80cm (b) 60cm
(c) 20cm (d) 100cm
13. The process of mixing two or more metals to form a new one is called _______ (a) casting (b) blasting
(c) alloying (d) joining
14. Natural rubber is produced from the sap of trees called _______ (a) Latex (b0 Wax (c) Perspex (d) Gum
15. A person who designs, repairs and maintains aircraft is called _______ (a) Mechanical engineer
(b) Pilot (c) Aeronautic engineer (d) Civil engineer
16. The first raw material of ceramic is _______ (a) sand (b) gum (c) clay (d) metals
17. An alloy of copper and tin will give _______ (a) brass (b) bronze (c) duralumin (d) wrought iron
18. Which of the following is not a stage of wood production and processing? (a) Wood seasoning
(b) Wood preservation (c) Wood conversion (d) Wood logging
19. The type of man-made board obtained by gluing three or more sheets of veneer together is called ____
(a) hard board (b) chip board (c) plywood (d) block board
20. Which of the following depict pictorial method of drawing object? (a) Scale drawing (b) Perspective
drawing (c) Isometric drawing (d) Oblique drawing

SECTION B: THEORY QUESTIONS


1(a) What do you understand by the following as used in wood production? (i) Seasoning (ii) Conversion
(b) Give four importance of seasoning woods.
2(a) Explain in details, the stages of metal production.
(b) What is an alloy of metal?
3(a) Differentiate between ferrous and non-ferrous metals using the relationship with magnets.
(b) List at least four products that can be made using ceramics
4(a) Why is it necessary to remove sand particles and air bubbles from clay before using it?
(b) State the main functions of the following technological fields profession.
(i) Architect
(ii) Civil engineer
(iii) Mechanical engineer
(iv) Pilot
(v) Aeronautic engineer
5(a) The weight of a sample of wood was found to be 80kg before drying and 50kg after drying. What is the
percentage moisture content of the wood sample?
(b) Mention five examples of manufactured board.

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Alloying is the process of mixing two or more metals to form a new composite material to enhance properties such as durability, corrosion resistance, or appearance . A common alloy is bronze, made from copper and tin, used in applications like sculptures and medals due to its improved hardness and aesthetic appeal .

Mechanized processes are the methods of doing and making things by using machines, in contrast to manual processes that typically involve doing tasks by hands and are common in underdeveloped countries .

Effective accident prevention in workshops involves using the right tools, adhering to safety instructions, and maintaining equipment. These components are vital as they minimize the risk of injury by ensuring proper use of tools and materials, hence maintaining a safe working environment .

Smelting is an integral part of metal production, involving the heating of metal ore in a blast furnace to separate the metal from impurities. This process primarily requires ore as the raw material, along with heat provided by fuel to facilitate the chemical reactions necessary to isolate pure metal .

Hardwood, known for its durability and broad leaves, is often used in furniture and high-end construction due to its dense structure. Softwood, with needle-like leaves, is typically lighter and easier to work with, making it suitable for framing and less permanent structures. Both types serve essential roles in construction and design .

Drafting in architectural design involves creating detailed technical drawings of buildings and structures to communicate design concepts and specifications effectively. This process is crucial for ensuring accuracy and feasibility. The key professional in this process is the architect, responsible for the conceptualization and design of the proposed structure, often assisted by engineers who manage structural integrity and mechanical aspects .

Technological products typically involve innovations that incorporate electronics, mechanics, or advanced materials. Examples include phones, electric blenders, and pressing irons products. In contrast, a grinding stone, which uses basic physical properties without technological enhancement, does not fall under technology .

Ferrous metals contain iron and are generally magnetic, which makes them suitable for applications requiring magnetic properties such as construction and manufacturing. Non-ferrous metals do not contain iron, are non-magnetic, and are used in applications like electrical wiring, as they have higher resistance to corrosion and better conductivity .

First aid is critical in workshops to provide immediate care in case of accidents and prevent minor injuries from becoming severe. Essential items in a first aid kit include bandages, antiseptics, plasters, scissors, gloves, cotton wool, safety pins, and splints .

Technology plays a crucial role in society by improving communication, enhancing productivity, supporting education, facilitating complex problem-solving, and promoting innovation . In schools, typical technological products include computers, projectors, calculators, laboratory equipment, and photocopiers .

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