KS3 Design Technology Quiz

Which material is a good conductor of electricity?

• Rubber

• Wood

• Copper

• Glass

What type of material is acrylic?

• Metal

• Thermosetting plastic

• Thermoplastic

• Ceramic

Which tool is usually used for measuring angles in Design Technology?

• Calipers

• Protractor

• Micrometer

• Ruler

What is the process of heating and cooling metals to remove internal stresses called?

• Welding

• Tempering

• Annealing

• Forging

Which of the following is NOT a property of thermosetting plastics?

• Can be remolded when heated

• Resistant to high temperatures

• Often used for electrical insulation

• Hard and brittle

What tool is used to create threads inside a hole?

• Wrench

• Tap

• Die

• Drill

Which of the following materials is considered a composite?

• Steel

• Plywood

• Aluminum

• Copper

What is the primary purpose of a jigsaw in Design Technology?

• To drill holes

• To cut straight lines

• To cut curved lines

• To smooth surfaces

Which of the following is a characteristic of hardwoods?

• Grows quickly

• Comes from coniferous trees

• Generally more expensive than softwoods

• Used primarily for paper production

What is the term for the process of joining two pieces of metal using heat?

• Casting

• Soldering

• Welding

• Riveting