Jss3 first term prevocational studies past questions and answers

Question: What is the primary purpose of a hammer in carpentry?

a) Cutting

b) Joining

c) Hammering

d) Measuring

Answer: c) Hammering

Question: In agriculture, what is the term for the process of breaking up and turning over soil?

 

a) Harvesting

b) Ploughing

c) Irrigation

d) Pruning

Answer: b) Ploughing

Question: Which of the following is a characteristic feature of a good weld in metalwork?

 

a) Brittle joints

b) Loose joints

c) Strong joints

d) Inconsistent joints

Answer: c) Strong joints

Question: What tool is commonly used for measuring angles in technical drawing?

 

a) Protractor

b) Compass

c) Divider

d) Ruler

Answer: a) Protractor

Question: In electrical wiring, which color is typically associated with the live wire?

 

a) Red

b) Blue

c) Green

d) Yellow

Answer: a) Red

Question: What is the purpose of a fuse in an electrical circuit?

 

a) To increase current

b) To decrease voltage

c) To interrupt excessive current

d) To measure resistance

Answer: c) To interrupt excessive current

Question: What is the primary function of a router in woodworking?

 

a) Smoothing surfaces

b) Cutting edges

c) Shaping contours

d) Joining materials

Answer: c) Shaping contours

Question: Which of the following is a basic safety measure when using a soldering iron?

 

a) Touching the hot tip

b) Working in a well-ventilated area

c) Ignoring protective gear

d) Using damaged cables

Answer: b) Working in a well-ventilated area

Question: What is the purpose of a spanner in mechanical work?

 

a) Measuring distance

b) Tightening and loosening nuts and bolts

c) Cutting metal

d) Soldering joints

Answer: b) Tightening and loosening nuts and bolts

Question: In garment making, what is the term for the pattern used as a guide for cutting fabric pieces?

 

a) Template

b) Stencil

c) Blueprint

d) Pattern

Answer: d) Pattern

Question: What material is commonly used for soldering electronic components?

 

a) Copper

b) Aluminum

c) Lead

d) Zinc

Answer: c) Lead

Question: Which of the following is a key component in a hydraulic system?

 

a) Gear

b) Piston

c) Spring

d) Chain

Answer: b) Piston

Question: What is the purpose of a level in construction?

 

a) Measuring weight

b) Checking for flatness or alignment

c) Determining volume

d) Testing electrical current

Answer: b) Checking for flatness or alignment

Question: Which type of screwdriver is suitable for Phillips head screws?

 

a) Flathead screwdriver

b) Torx screwdriver

c) Phillips screwdriver

d) Hex screwdriver

Answer: c) Phillips screwdriver

Question: What safety precaution should be taken when using a chainsaw?

 

a) Operating it alone

b) Wearing protective gear

c) Using it indoors

d) Ignoring maintenance checks

Answer: b) Wearing protective gear

Question: In cooking, what is the purpose of a strainer?

 

a) Mixing ingredients

b) Draining liquids

c) Chopping vegetables

d) Grating cheese

Answer: b) Draining liquids

Question: Which of the following is a basic hand-sewing stitch used in dressmaking?

 

a) Running stitch

b) Knot stitch

c) Loop stitch

d) Twist stitch

Answer: a) Running stitch

Question: What is the main function of a capacitor in an electronic circuit?

 

a) Storing electrical energy

b) Regulating voltage

c) Controlling temperature

d) Transmitting signals

Answer: a) Storing electrical energy

Question: What tool is commonly used for measuring the thickness of materials?

 

a) Vernier caliper

b) Micrometer

c) Ruler

d) Compass

Answer: a) Vernier caliper

Question: In auto mechanics, what is the purpose of a spark plug?

 

a) Generating electricity

b) Igniting fuel-air mixture

c) Cooling the engine

d) Filtering exhaust gases

Answer: b) Igniting fuel-air mixture