WorksheetsGCSE Design and Technology Unit 1 Written Paper Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Which one of the following statements is true?
Coal is used to generate hydro-electric power.
Fossil fuels produce argon when they burn.
Gas is a renewable resource extracted from the ground.
Oil is extracted from the ground to produce petroleum.
Which one of the following is a feature of design in society?
Focus on machines
Focus on materials
Focus on people
Focus on resources
Name one manufactured board.
Plywood
Oak
Pine
Maple
Explain the term 'planned obsolescence'.
Designing products to last forever.
Designing products to become outdated quickly.
Designing products to be environmentally friendly.
Designing products to be multifunctional.
A clothing manufacturer is producing 1500 coats for retail. Each coat will need four buttons and one extra for a spare. Each button costs 14 pence. What is the total cost of the buttons required to complete the order?
£1050
£105
£210
£150
Which of the following tools is used for cutting paper or fabric?
Chisel
Soldering Iron
Hacksaw
Scissors
What is the spacing from the top and bottom of the component for the holes?
Equally spaced
Randomly spaced
Only from the top
Only from the bottom
What is the primary purpose of a soldering iron?
To cut wood
To join metal components
To measure temperature
To paint surfaces
Which of the following is a renewable energy source?
Coal
Natural Gas
Solar Power
Petroleum
What is the main characteristic of a sustainable product design?
High cost
Short lifespan
Minimal environmental impact
Complex manufacturing process
