Basic Technology Exam Questions for JSS1 First Term

You’re welcome to our school exams series where we provide you with termly examination questions in different subjects. In today’s post, we will cover Basic Technology exam questions for JSS1 first term with answers. This means that we’ll be providing you with answers to the questions at the end. Also, you will get a few success tips on how to pass Basic Technology examinations with flying colors. Remember to use the comments sections if you have questions.

Introduction to Basic Technology

Basic Technology is a foundational subject designed to equip students with practical knowledge and skills in the use of tools, machines, and basic engineering concepts. It is taught at the junior secondary school level and focuses on introducing students to technological principles, their applications, and the development of problem-solving abilities.

The subject covers various topics such as workshop safety, drawing and design, woodwork, metalwork, electricity, and energy systems. It also emphasizes creativity and innovation, preparing students for advanced technical education and vocational pursuits. Basic Technology plays a vital role in fostering technological literacy and enabling students to adapt to a rapidly advancing world.

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Basic Technology Exam Questions for JSS1 First Term

Basic Technology Exam Questions for JSS1 First Term are divided into two sections:

• Section A
• Section B

The first section, namely, Section A is the objective test, and students are expected to attempt all questions in the section. Section B is the theory part, and students are expected to answer all three (3).

SECTION A: OBJECTIVE TEST

1. Soft wood can also be referred to as ….. wood.
(A) Hard        (B) Coniferous
(C) Light        (D) Deciduous

2. Wood is classified into ….. groups.
(A) one         (B) two
(C) three       (D) four

3. A year’s growth in a tree is called …..
(A) soil                 (B) cambium
(C) annual ring    (D) bark

4. Which of the following is not a part of a tree?
(A) confer      (B) roots
(C) leaves       (D) trunk

5. The Part of the tree in which timber is obtained is called…..
(A) heart wood        (B) cambium
(C) sapwood            (D) stem

6. The following are examples of Softwood EXCEPT
(A) Pine              (B) Cedar
(C) Obeche        (D) Spruce

7. Softwood trees have needle-like leaves. True or False?

8. The bark is the outermost and protective covering of wood. True or False?

9. The presence or absence of ……. differentiate ferrous metals and non-ferrous metals.
(A) Carbon       (B) Hydrogen
(C) Iron            (D) Lead

10. All these are examples of ferrous metal EXСЕРT ……
(A) High Carbon Steel
(B) Zinc
(C) Wrought Iron
(D) Cast Iron

11. The property of a metal to break easily is referred to as ……
(A) Density           (B) Flusilibility
(C) Brittleness      (D) Sonorous

12. Mahogany is an example of a …… word.
(A) Hard         (B) Strong
(C) Weak        (D) Soft

13. The Following are characteristics of hardwood EXCEPT ……
(A) Broad leaves
(B) Easy to work
(C) Annual rings
(D) Dark-coloured timber

14. The Part of a tree where food is manufactured is …………
(A) Bark              (B) Roots
(C) Leaves          (D) Branches

15. The part of the tree that causes growth is ……..
(A) Pith                  (B) Sapwood
(C) Heartwood      (D) Cambium

16. Among these engineering materials which one is brittle?
(A) Plastic             (B) Rubber
(C) Ceramic          (D) Wood

17. All these are examples of non-ferrous metals EXCEPT
(A) Tin               (B) Lead
(C) Copper        (D) Wrought Iron

18. Those metals that do not magnet are known as ……..
(A) Ferrous metals
(B) Non-ferrous metals
(C) Triple metals
(D) Double metals

19. The property that allows heat to pass through a metal is called ……
(A) Hardness            (B) Metal form
(C) Toughness          (D) Conductivity

20. The weight of a metal is referred to as ……
(A) Sound             (B) Hardness
(C) Brittleness       (D) Density

21. The property that makes a metal resistant to penetration is ……..
(A) Toughness        (B) Hardness
(C) Brittleness         (D) Ductility

22. The shiny property of metal is ……
(A) Sonorous         (B) Lustre
(C) Brightness       (D) Colours

23. Underdeveloped technology involves the use …….
(A) Crude methods and tools
(B) Electricity
(C) Modern method
(D) Photography

24. The modern ways of doing things today are far easier and faster than they used to be in the past. True or False?

25. A Student in a workshop should wear a shoe made of thick soles. This is to prevent all these EXCEPT ………
(A) matching on a hot object
(B) fire accident
(C) piercing of the foot
(D) crushing of the toes

26. The ability of a metal to withstand physical Shock is called …….
(A) Toughness        (B) Hardness
(C) Density             (D) Ductility

27. The pleasant full deep sound produced by metal when struck is called …….. sound.
(A) sonorous          (B) melodic
(C) sweet                (D) melody

28. Entering the workshop in a disorderly manner is an example of unsafe ………
(A) action             (B) condition
(C) control            (D) conduct

29. The type of fire Caused by chemical substances used or stored in the workshop is …… fire.
(A) Electrical            (B) Chemical
(C) Industrial           (D) Domestic

30. The Following are examples of workshop accidents EXCEPT
(A) Cut
(B) Electric shock
(C) Drowning
(D) Falling from height

31. …….. is used to determine the age of a tree.
(A) Pith
(B) Roots
(C) Medullary rays
(D) Annual rings

32. Technology is developed or acquired through ………
(A) Education
(B) Inheritance
(C) Birth
(D) Transfer

33. Which of the following is not a technology-related career?
(A) Plumbing           (B) Philosophy
(C) Carpentry          (D) Masonry

34. The Following are reasons for studying technology EXCEPT
(A) Comfort          (B) War
(C) Creativity        (D) Empowerment

35. Which of the following can also be used to quench workshop fire?
(A) Dry leaves       (B) Dry cloth
(C) Dry sand          (D) Ice water

36. To avoid accidents in the school workshop, the students should observe safety rules and …..
(A) Information       (B) Regulations
(C) Equipment         (D) Machine

37. Most of the accidents recorded in our workshops are caused by being ……..
(A) careful          (B) too slow
(C) too fast         (D) careless

38. The person who is trained to provide First Aid is known as …….
(A) Doctor               (B) Chemist
(C) First-Aider          (D) First Aid

39. The event that happens by chance, which results in injury to people or property damage is …..
(A) Harm             (B) Danger
(C) Accident        (D) Destroyed

40. When the tools are faulty or the working environment constitutes a danger to the user, it is ……
(A) unsafe action
(B) unsafe condition
(C) safe plan
(D) unsafe control

41. The application of scientific method to solve a societal problem is
(A) Art              (B) language
(C) music         (D) Technology

42. The fastest means of modem transportation is…..
(A) Aeroplane            (B) Carmel
(C) Car                       (D) Train

43. Technological literacy empowers one to become ……
(A) exposed
(B) jack of all trades
(C) proud
(D) lazy

44. Which of the listed countries is regarded as a developed country in terms of technology?
(A) Nigeria           (B) Ghana
(C) Britain            (D) Kenya

45. Technology is being developed by people when they improve the following EXCEPT ……
(A) knowledge            (B) skills
(C) procedures            (D) commodities

46. Technology is …….. and not necessarily transferred as many people think.
(A) think                  (B) developed
(C) destroyed          (D) built

47. Technology is developed in society to provide all the following EXCEPT ……
(A) food security         (B) communication
(C) smuggling            (D) transportation

48. When people improve their knowledge, skills, and procedures for doing things, we say there is technological ……..
(A) development        (B) transfer
(C) management        (D) building

49. Technology makes the world a global village through …..
(A) Agriculture          (B) Motorcycle
(C) Internet               (D) Electricity

50. Which group of people listed below study technology?
(A) Boys and girls, men and women
(B) Boys only
(C) Girls only
(D) Those attending schools

51. The Limit to the study of technology is ……….
(A) Gender         (B) Nation
(C) Age               (D) None of the above

52. Hand injuries can be prevented in a workshop by wearing ……..
(A) Apron          (B) Hand glove
(C) Goggle        (D) Visor

53. Accidents in a workshop can easily be avoided if ……….
(A) damaged tools are used
(B) safety wares are worn
(C) oil is spilled on the floor
(D) electricity appliances are faulty

54. Helmet is used for protecting the ……… in a workshop.
(A) Hands          (B) Eyes
(C) Head            (D) Legs

55. The best way to put out a fire outbreak in a workshop is by the use of ……..
(A) Drywood
(B) Fire Extinguisher
(C) Distilled water
(D) Sawdust

56. Which of these tools below is used for protecting the Foot?
(A) Boot             (B) Hand glove
(C) Goggle         (D) Helmet

57. Technology is required for ………
(A) Raw material
(B) Roots and leaves
(C) Development
(D) signs

58. The wood fibers that spread from the pith to other parts of the tree are called …..
(A) Bark
(B) Cambium layer
(C) Medullary rays
(D) Annual rings

59. A device used to alert people in the event of a fire outbreak is called …….
(A) Ear pad
(B) Fire alarm
(C) Water hoses
(D) Alert

60. The Ear Pad is used to protect the …….
(A) Nose         (B) Head
(C) Ear            (D) Mouth

SECTION B: (Theory)

Instruction: Answer all questions in this section.

1. Define the Following
(a) Workshop
(b) Workshop safety
(c) Accident
(d) Accident Safety

2. (a) State eight (8) careers in basic technology.
(b) List four professions in technology

3. (a) Draw and label the cross-section of a tree.
(b) What is First aid?
(c) Outline Five Contents of the First Aid Box.

Answers to Basic Technology Exam Questions for JSS1 First Term

Answers to Section A (Objective Test)

The following table gives the correct answers to the objective section of Basic Technology exam questions for JSS1 first term. If you are using a mobile device, hold the table and scroll to the right or left for a complete view.

There you have the answers to the objective section of Basic Technology Exam Questions for JSS1 first term. Use the comments section to let me know if you have any questions you would want me to clarify or discuss further.

Answers to Section B (Theory)

Question 1

Define the Following:

(a) Workshop: A workshop is a room or building equipped for manual work or craftsmanship, often used for activities like woodworking, metalworking, or other technical tasks.

(b) Workshop Safety: Workshop safety refers to the measures and precautions taken to prevent accidents and injuries while working in a workshop environment.

(c) Accident: An accident is an unplanned and unexpected event that causes harm, injury, or damage to people or property.

(d) Accident Safety: Accident safety involves practices, equipment, and safety measures designed to prevent accidents and minimize their consequences.

Question 2

2. (a) State eight (8) careers in basic technology:

1. Carpenter
2. Plumber
3. Welder
4. Electrical Technician
5. Mechanical Engineer
6. Construction Worker
7. Auto Mechanic
8. Architect

2. (b) List four professions in technology:

1. Software Developer
2. Electrical Engineer
3. Civil Engineer
4. Industrial Designer

Question 3

3. (a) Draw and label the cross-section of a tree:

I’ve already provided the diagram earlier, which shows the cross-section of a tree. The key parts include:

• Bark
• Cambium
• Xylem (Sapwood and Heartwood)
• Phloem
• Pith

3. (b) What is First Aid? First aid is the immediate care given to a person who is injured or unwell until professional medical help is available.

4. (c) Outline Five Contents of the First Aid Box:

1. Bandages
2. Antiseptic solution
3. Adhesive plasters
4. Cotton wool
5. Pain relievers (e.g., aspirin)

How to Pass Basic Technology Exam Questions for JSS1 First Term

Here are some simple but powerful tips to help you pass your Basic Technology exam questions for JSS1 first term:

1. Understand Key Concepts

• Focus on understanding basic terms like workshop, materials, and tools used in technology.
• Learn the different branches of technology such as electrical, mechanical, and civil engineering.
• Be clear about the importance of safety in the workshop, types of tools, and their uses.

2. Use Diagrams

• Many questions may require you to draw diagrams (like the cross-section of a tree or tools). Practice drawing clear and accurate diagrams.
• Label diagrams carefully to show you understand the parts and their functions.

3. Practice Safety Procedures

• Understand safety rules in a workshop and what to do in case of an emergency.
• Review basic first aid techniques and contents of a first aid kit.

4. Know Common Materials

• Study the different materials used in technology (wood, metals, plastics) and their properties.
• Understand the types of wood (hardwood vs. softwood) and the uses of different metals (ferrous vs. non-ferrous).

5. Read and Review Past Questions

• Go through past exam papers and practice answering questions. This will help you familiarize yourself with the format and commonly tested topics.
• Review important terms like “circuit,” “tools,” and “machines.”

6. Work on Definitions

• Be able to define important terms like “accident,” “workshop safety,” “technology,” and “materials.”
• Remember, definitions are straightforward and may make up a good portion of your exam.

7. Time Management

• Practice managing your time by setting time limits for each section of the exam.
• Don’t spend too long on one question—move on if you’re stuck and come back later.

8. Revise Key Points Regularly

• Study in short sessions to keep the information fresh in your mind.
• Focus on one topic at a time and review it before moving on to the next.

Best wishes from yours sincerely, Henry Divine.