WorksheetsYear 8 D&T EoY Exam Practice Questions
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
Why is it important to wear safety goggles in a workshop?
To look like a professional technician
To prevent dust from reaching the floor
To protect your eyes from flying materials
To see more clearly when working with wood
What is a coping saw used for?
Drilling holes in timber
Cutting straight metal lines
Cutting intricate curves and shapes in wood
Smoothing rough edges
What tool would you use to check a 90-degree angle on timber?
Ruler
Bench hook
Try square
Mallet
What should you do if you notice a frayed power cord on a machine?
Use it anyway
Wrap it in masking tape
Report it to your teacher immediately
Hide it in a drawer
What is the main function of a bench hook?
Holding timber steady while cutting
Gluing pieces of wood
Organising tools on the bench
Polishing surfaces
What type of energy is stored in a stretched rubber band?
Thermal energy
Kinetic energy
Sound energy
Elastic potential energy
Which force pushes a boat forward in water?
Gravity
Thrust
Buoyancy
Resistance
What does drag do to a moving boat?
Makes it float better
Increases its speed
Slows it down
Keeps it stable
Why is symmetry important in boat design?
It looks more interesting
It reduces the need for testing
It helps reduce drag and maintain balance
It increases the boat’s weight
Which is a disadvantage of using plastic instead of timber for a boat hull?
Plastic is biodegradable
Plastic absorbs water easily
Plastic is heavier than wood
Plastic is less environmentally friendly
What does the “M” in ACCESS FM stand for?
Mechanism
Materials
Manufacturing
Memory
What is the purpose of rendering a drawing?
To add layers of glue
To include dimensions
To add colour, shading and texture for realism
To explain material costs
What is the first step in the iterative design process?
Build the final version
Test and refine
Make a prototype
Generate initial ideas
Why is it important to consider sustainability in design?
To reduce development time
To impress consumers
To minimise environmental impact
To avoid using recycled materials
Which of the following is a sustainable material?
PVC plastic
Bamboo
Polystyrene
Fibreglass
What temperature range is known as the 'danger zone' for bacterial growth in food?
0°C to 5°C
5°C to 63°C
63°C to 100°C
10°C to 50°C
What is cross-contamination?
Cooking different foods together
Storing food at high temperatures
Transfer of harmful bacteria between foods
Using too much seasoning
How should raw and cooked foods be managed to avoid contamination?
Store them in the same container
Cook them at different times
Use separate chopping boards and utensils
Add preservatives
What is the recommended number of fruit and vegetable portions per day?
2
3
5
8
Which group does pasta belong to in the Eatwell Guide?
Protein
Dairy
Fruit and vegetables
Starchy carbohydrates
What is the safest footwear to wear when using a sewing machine?
Flip-flops
Trainers
Open-toe sandals
Closed-toe shoes
What is fleece fabric commonly made from?
Cotton
Polyester
Wool
Silk
What is a plain seam?
A decorative edge
A stitch that leaves edges exposed
A simple stitch joining two pieces of fabric
A zig-zag stitch used for decoration
What is the purpose of seam allowance in sewing?
To add space for pockets
To reduce the strength of a seam
To leave room for fabric to fray
To allow for stitching and a clean edge
Why should you keep fingers away from the needle on a sewing machine?
To avoid slowing the machine down
To avoid breaking the fabric
To reduce the risk of injury
To speed up the stitching process
