Pre GCSE Knowledge Quiz - Design & Technology

Always get the teacher's permission before ______________________

• touching equipment

• operating a machine

• entering the workshop

• talking

What items (more than one answer) must be worn at all times when doing practical in the workshop?

• Safety glasses

• workshop apron

• sturdy shoes

• jumper

What other safety considerations must be addressed before doing practical? (More than one answer)

• Make sure the area is clear to work

• make sure loose clothing is secured

• remove all jewlerry

• not eating anything

• long hair tied back

Googles are worn in the workshop.Why ?

• To see more clearly what you are doing

• To stop someone poking their finger in your eye

• To look cool

• You could get dust or metal particles (swarf) in your eyes when using equipment.

Before using any machines or tools, you must have the __________ to use each of the machines or tools. (More than one answer)

• teacher's permission

• power supply

• instruction manual

• knowledge of how to use correctly

• proper PPE

What type of tree does softwood come from?

• Coniferous
• decidious
• soft trees
• pine trees only

Which of the following is a hardwood?

• Pine
• Cedar
• Spruce
• Beech

What are Manufactured Boards Made from?

• Solid wood
• mixtures glued together
• scrap bits of wood only.

Which type of saw is best used for cutting curves in wood?

• hacksaw
• tennon saw
• panel saw
• coping saw

What is the best glue for use with wood joining?

• epoxy resin
• pritt stick
• PVA
• hot melt glue