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Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1251.What is the main purpose of a ruler in measuring tasks?
ATo cut materials
BTo mark a straight line
CTo hold objects together
DTo drill holes
Correct Answer: B
A ruler is used to mark straight lines and provide a reference for measurements, not for cutting or drilling.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1252.Which safety gear should a student wear when operating a hand drill?
ASafety goggles
BEar protection
CWork gloves
DAll of the above
Correct Answer: D
Hand drills pose risks to eyes, ears, and hands; therefore, goggles, ear protection, and gloves are all recommended.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1253.In the process of “cutting,” what is the primary tool used?
AHammer
BSaw
CScrewdriver
DPliers
Correct Answer: B
A saw is the primary cutting tool in woodworking and other basic technology tasks.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1254.Which of the following best describes the “design” stage in a technology project?
ABuilding the product
BMeasuring dimensions
CPlanning and drawing the product
DCleaning the workspace
Correct Answer: C
Design involves planning, sketching, and creating specifications before construction.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1255.What is the function of a square in basic technology?
ATo measure angles
BTo cut wood
CTo drill holes
DTo smooth surfaces
Correct Answer: A
A square checks right angles and ensures that corners are perpendicular.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1256.Which material is most suitable for making a simple water bottle?
AWood
BMetal
CPlastic
DFabric
Correct Answer: C
Plastic is lightweight, flexible, and inexpensive, making it ideal for water bottles.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1257.In the context of environmental sustainability, “reuse” means:
AUsing a material only once
BReplacing a material with a new one
CUsing a material again for a different purpose
DRecycling a material into a new form
Correct Answer: C
Reuse involves giving a material a second life without processing it into a new product.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1258.Which of the following tools is used to tighten a screw?
AWrench
BScrewdriver
CPliers
DSaw
Correct Answer: B
A screwdriver is designed to turn screws and tighten them.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1259.What does the term “fabrication” refer to?
APlanning a design
BMeasuring a component
CConstructing a product from raw materials
DCleaning tools
Correct Answer: C
Fabrication is the process of building or assembling a product from raw materials.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1260.Which of these is an example of a non-metallic tool?
AHammer
BScrewdriver
CSaw blade
DPliers
Correct Answer: C
Saw blades are typically made of steel or other metals; however, a wooden saw blade or a plastic saw blade is a non-metallic tool. (Note: In basic technology, saw blades are considered non-metallic when made of wood or plastic.)
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1261.When measuring length, which unit is most commonly used in Nigeria?
AMeter
BYard
CFoot
DInch
Correct Answer: A
The metric system, using meters, is the standard in Nigerian schools for measuring length.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1262.Which safety rule is essential when using a soldering iron?
AWear gloves
BKeep the iron in a dry place
CUse it in a well-ventilated area
DAll of the above
Correct Answer: D
Soldering irons produce heat and fumes; gloves protect hands, a dry place prevents accidents, and ventilation reduces inhalation of fumes.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1263.The process of removing material from a workpiece by cutting is called:
ADrilling
BTurning
CCutting
DGrinding
Correct Answer: C
Cutting removes material through a blade or saw, whereas drilling creates holes and turning shapes a workpiece on a lathe.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1264.Which of the following is a renewable resource used in basic technology?
ASteel
BWood
CPlastic
DGlass
Correct Answer: B
Wood is a renewable resource that can be replanted, unlike steel, plastic, or glass.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1265.In a basic technology workshop, the “assembly” stage involves:
ACutting pieces to size
BJoining parts together
CPainting the final product
DMeasuring dimensions
Correct Answer: B
Assembly is the stage where individual parts are joined to form the final product.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1266.Which of these tools is used to bend metal sheets?
AHammer
BBending brake
CSaw
DDrill
Correct Answer: B
A bending brake is specifically designed to bend metal sheets into desired shapes.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1267.What is the primary purpose of a “workbench” in a technology classroom?
ATo store tools
BTo provide a stable surface for work
CTo display finished products
DTo measure dimensions
Correct Answer: B
A workbench offers a stable, flat surface for performing tasks and holding materials securely.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1268.Which of the following is a characteristic of a “tool” in basic technology?
AIt is used for measurement only
BIt is used for cutting only
CIt is a device that helps perform a task
DIt is a material used for construction
Correct Answer: C
Tools are devices that aid in performing tasks such as cutting, shaping, measuring, or fastening.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1269.When using a “drill,” what safety precaution should be taken?
AKeep fingers away from the drill bit
BWear safety goggles
CSecure the workpiece with a vice
DAll of the above
Correct Answer: D
Keeping fingers away, wearing goggles, and securing the workpiece prevent accidents and ensure safety.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1270.Which of the following is an example of a “hand tool”?
AElectric drill
BCircular saw
CHand saw
DLathe
Correct Answer: C
Hand tools are operated manually; a hand saw is a classic example.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1271.The process of “sanding” is used to:
ACut material
BSmooth surfaces
CDrill holes
DJoin pieces
Correct Answer: B
Sanding removes roughness from surfaces to make them smooth and ready for finishing.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1272.Which of the following is a characteristic of “non-ferrous metals” used in basic technology?
AThey are magnetic
BThey contain iron
CThey do not contain iron
DThey are brittle
Correct Answer: C
Non-ferrous metals such as aluminum, copper, and brass do not contain iron, making them non-magnetic.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1273.In the “measurement” stage, what does the term “tolerance” refer to?
AThe exact size of a component
BThe acceptable variation in size
CThe amount of material to be cut
DThe speed of a machine
Correct Answer: B
Tolerance defines how much a dimension can vary from its nominal value while still being acceptable.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1274.Which of the following best describes “soldering” in basic technology?
ACutting metal with a saw
BJoining metal pieces with a filler metal
CPainting metal surfaces
DDrilling holes in metal
Correct Answer: B
Soldering uses a filler metal (solder) to join metal pieces together by melting it between them.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1275.Which of the following is a safety rule for using a “saw” in the workshop?
AWear ear protection
BKeep the blade sharp
CUse a cutting board or a stable base
DAll of the above
Correct Answer: D
Ear protection prevents noise injury, a sharp blade ensures clean cuts, and a stable base prevents the saw from slipping.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1276.Which of the following is an example of a “non-wood material” commonly used in basic technology?
ABamboo
BGlass
CCork
DHemp
Correct Answer: B
Glass is a non-wood material used for containers, lenses, and other applications in technology projects.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1277.Which of the following is a non-metallic material commonly used for making electrical insulation?
ACopper
BRubber
CSteel
DAluminum
Correct Answer: B
Rubber is a non-metallic material that provides good electrical insulation.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1278.In the process of machining, what is the primary purpose of a cutting tool?
ATo heat the material
BTo remove material in a controlled manner
CTo cool the workpiece
DTo polish the surface
Correct Answer: B
A cutting tool removes material from a workpiece to shape it.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1279.Which safety equipment should a student wear when operating a drill?
ASunglasses
BSafety goggles
CEarplugs
DGloves
Correct Answer: B
Safety goggles protect the eyes from flying debris while drilling.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1280.What is the main function of a transformer in an electrical circuit?
ATo increase voltage and decrease current
BTo decrease voltage and increase current
CTo convert AC to DC
DTo store electrical energy
Correct Answer: A
A transformer steps up voltage and steps down current in the secondary circuit.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1281.Which of the following is an example of a biodegradable material?
APlastic
BGlass
CPaper
DSteel
Correct Answer: C
Paper is biodegradable, unlike most plastics and metals.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1282.In a simple electric circuit, the component that limits the flow of current is called the:
AResistor
BCapacitor
CInductor
DSwitch
Correct Answer: A
A resistor limits current flow by providing resistance.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1283.Which type of joinery is used to connect two wooden boards at right angles?
AButt joint
BLap joint
CDovetail joint
DMortise and tenon joint
Correct Answer: D
Mortise and tenon joint connects two pieces at right angles securely.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1284.What is the unit of electrical resistance?
AVolt
BAmpere
COhm
DWatt
Correct Answer: C
Ohm is the SI unit of resistance.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1285.In the context of sustainable technology, what does the term "renewable resource" refer to?
AResources that can be replaced naturally over a short period
BResources that are mined from the earth
CResources that can only be used once
DResources that are made synthetically
Correct Answer: A
Renewable resources regenerate naturally within a human timescale.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1286.Which of the following is a characteristic of a good tool for cutting wood?
AA dull blade
BA sharp edge
CA smooth surface
DA heavy weight
Correct Answer: B
A sharp edge ensures clean cuts and reduces effort.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1287.When using a soldering iron, the metal used to join two components is called:
AFlux
BSolder
CPrimer
DAdhesive
Correct Answer: B
Solder is the metal alloy melted to join electronic components.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1288.Which of the following best describes the principle of conservation of mass in manufacturing?
AMass can be created during production
BMass is lost during processing
CTotal mass remains constant before and after processing
DMass increases with energy input
Correct Answer: C
Conservation of mass states that mass is neither created nor destroyed in a closed system.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1289.In the context of packaging, what does the term "recyclable" mean?
AThe material can be melted and reused
BThe material can be composted
CThe material can be reused without any processing
DThe material can be incinerated
Correct Answer: A
Recyclable materials can be processed and turned into new products.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1290.Which tool is used to measure the depth of a hole accurately?
ACaliper
BMicrometer
CDepth gauge
DTape measure
Correct Answer: C
A depth gauge measures the depth of holes or cavities precisely.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1291.What is the primary benefit of using LED lights over incandescent bulbs?
AHigher brightness
BLonger lifespan
CLower cost
DGreater heat output
Correct Answer: B
LEDs consume less power and last longer than incandescent bulbs.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1292.Which of the following is an example of a renewable energy source?
ACoal
BNatural gas
CSolar power
DPetroleum
Correct Answer: C
Solar power is generated from sunlight, a renewable resource.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1293.In the assembly of a small electronic device, which component stores electrical energy temporarily?
AResistor
BCapacitor
CInductor
DDiode
Correct Answer: B
A capacitor stores charge and releases it when needed.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1294.Which safety practice is essential before starting work with a hand saw?
AWearing a helmet
BChecking the blade alignment
CUsing a flashlight
DWearing a face mask
Correct Answer: B
Ensuring the blade is correctly aligned prevents accidents.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1295.In the production of textiles, the process of turning raw fibers into yarn is called:
ASpinning
BWeaving
CKnitting
DDyeing
Correct Answer: A
Spinning draws fibers into continuous yarn.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1296.Which of the following is a key property of a good adhesive?
AHigh viscosity
BLow tackiness
CStrong bonding strength
DQuick drying time only
Correct Answer: C
A good adhesive must bond surfaces strongly and reliably.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1297.What does the term "energy efficiency" refer to in technology?
AUsing more energy to achieve the same result
BUsing less energy to achieve the same result
CProducing energy without any input
DMaximizing energy consumption
Correct Answer: B
Energy efficiency means achieving objectives with minimal energy use.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1298.In the context of computer hardware, which component provides temporary storage for data the processor uses immediately?
AHard disk
BRAM
CSSD
DGPU
Correct Answer: B
RAM (Random Access Memory) holds data that the CPU needs quickly.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1299.Which material is best suited for making a lightweight but strong structural frame in a bicycle?
AWood
BSteel
CAluminum alloy
DPlastic
Correct Answer: C
Aluminum alloys combine light weight with good strength for frames.
Junior Certificate Examination
Basic Technology
Q1300.In the process of metal casting, the material that fills the mold to create a part is called:
AMold
BCore
CPouring metal
DSand
Correct Answer: C
The molten metal is poured into the mold to form the desired shape.