SS1 First Term Auto Mechanic Past Questions and Answers (Objective and Theory)

 

Section A: Multiple Choice Questions

 

Question: What is the function of a car’s alternator?

 

A) Ignition control

B) Battery charging

C) Brake system

D) Fuel injection

Answer: B) Battery charging

 

Question: Which tool is commonly used to measure tire pressure?

 

A) Screwdriver

B) Vernier caliper

C) Tire pressure gauge

D) Spanner

Answer: C) Tire pressure gauge

 

Question: In a four-stroke engine, when does the exhaust stroke occur?

 

A) After compression

B) After power

C) After intake

D) After ignition

Answer: B) After power

 

Question: What is the purpose of a radiator in a car’s cooling system?

 

A) Lubricating the engine

B) Cooling the transmission

C) Cooling the engine

D) Boosting horsepower

Answer: C) Cooling the engine

 

Question: Which type of brake system uses hydraulic fluid to transmit force?

 

A) Drum brakes

B) Disc brakes

C) Mechanical brakes

D) ABS brakes

Answer: B) Disc brakes

 

Question: What does ABS stand for in automotive terms?

 

A) Anti-lock Brake System

B) Automatic Brake System

C) Advanced Brake Safety

D) Accelerated Brake System

Answer: A) Anti-lock Brake System

 

Question: The spark plug in an engine is responsible for:

 

A) Fuel injection

B) Exhaust control

C) Igniting the air-fuel mixture

D) Cooling the engine

Answer: C) Igniting the air-fuel mixture

 

Question: Which part of the car’s suspension system absorbs shocks and bumps?

 

A) Shock absorber

B) Coil spring

C) Control arm

D) Stabilizer bar

Answer: A) Shock absorber

 

Question: What does RPM stand for in relation to an engine?

 

A) Rotations Per Minute

B) Revolutions Per Mile

C) Radiator Pump Mechanism

D) Resonance Propulsion Module

Answer: A) Rotations Per Minute

 

Question: The device that regulates the air-fuel mixture in an engine is called:

 

A) Throttle body

B) Carburetor

C) Fuel injector

D) Intake manifold

Answer: A) Throttle body

 

Section B: Theory Questions

 

Question: Explain the purpose of a catalytic converter in a car’s exhaust system.

 

Question: Describe the differences between front-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive systems in terms of vehicle dynamics.

 

Question: Discuss the importance of regular oil changes in maintaining an engine’s performance and longevity.

 

Question: Explain the role of the transmission in an automobile and the difference between automatic and manual transmissions.

 

Question: How does the suspension system contribute to a vehicle’s ride comfort and stability?