(EXAM) JS1 Basic Tech (1st term)
  • 1. What is the definition of technology?
A) The use of scientific knowledge to solve practical problems
B) The production of goods using machinery
C) The development of new inventions and discoveries
D) The study of computers and software
  • 2. Which of the following is NOT a product of technology?
A) Television
B) Cars
C) Books
D) Mobile phones
  • 3. Which of the following is an example of a life application of technology?
A) Cooking a meal using a stove
B) Painting a picture
C) Using a calculator to solve mathematical problems
D) Riding a bicycle for exercise
  • 4. What is the main purpose of technology?
A) To make life more complicated
B) To improve the quality of life
C) To increase pollution
D) To create unnecessary gadgets
  • 5. Which of the following is an example of a technological innovation?
A) The creation of the internet
B) The discovery of fire
C) The invention of the wheel
D) The development of agriculture
  • 6. How does technology impact society?
A) It increases unemployment rates
B) It decreases the standard of living
C) It improves communication and transportation
D) It promotes inequality
  • 7. What are the positive effects of technology on the environment?
A) Destruction of ecosystems
B) Conservation of natural resources
C) Increased pollution and waste
D) Depletion of ozone layer
  • 8. Which of the following is an example of a renewable energy source?
A) Natural gas
B) Nuclear power
C) Solar power
D) Coal
  • 9. How does technology contribute to economic development?
A) By promoting corruption and unethical practices
B) By creating job opportunities and improving productivity
C) By depleting natural resources and causing environmental degradation
D) By increasing poverty and inequality
  • 10. What are the ethical considerations in the use of technology?
A) Promotion of equality and social justice
B) Responsible use of resources
C) Privacy and security concerns
D) All of the above
  • 11. What is the definition of safety?
A) The act of being physically fit and healthy
B) The practice of using caution and common sense in everyday activities
C) The state of being protected from harm, injury, or danger
D) The absence of accidents and incidents
  • 12. What is an accident?
A) An unpredictable event that results in injury or damage
B) An intentional act that causes harm to oneself or others
C) A result of negligence and carelessness
D) A normal part of daily life that cannot be prevented
  • 13. Which of the following can be a cause of accidents?
A) Unsafe working conditions
B) Poor lighting in the workplace
C) All of the above
D) Lack of training and supervision
  • 14. What is the main goal of accident prevention techniques?
A) To shift the blame for accidents onto others
B) To punish individuals responsible for accidents
C) To minimize the occurrence and severity of accidents
D) To eliminate all risks and hazards
  • 15. What are some common accident prevention techniques?
A) Regular maintenance and inspection of equipment
B) Proper training and education of workers
C) Implementation of safety policies and procedures
D) All of the above
  • 16. Which of the following is an example of a physical hazard?
A) Lack of personal protective equipment
B) Insufficient ventilation in a room
C) Electrical wires exposed in the workplace
D) Inadequate lighting in a stairwell
  • 17. Which of the following is an example of an ergonomic hazard?
A) Slippery floors due to spilled liquids
B) Heavy lifting without proper equipment
C) Loud noise levels in the workplace
D) Exposure to harmful chemicals or substances
  • 18. How can you prevent accidents related to fire?
A) All of the above
B) Regularly check and maintain fire extinguishers
C) Ensure that all electrical cords are in good condition
D) Have an evacuation plan and conduct regular fire drills
  • 19. Why is it important to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in certain situations?
A) It provides a sense of fashion and style
B) It makes workers look more professional
C) It is a legal requirement in every workplace
D) It helps to prevent injuries and illnesses
  • 20. What should you do in case of a chemical spill?
A) Notify your supervisor and follow proper procedures for cleanup
B) Clean it up by yourself without any protective gear
C) Ignore it and continue working
D) Leave the area immediately and wait for someone else to handle it
  • 21. Which of the following is an example of underdeveloped technlohgy?
A) Digital camera
B) Cell phones
C) A.T.M machine
D) Firewood
  • 22. Which of the following products of technology is the fastest means of travelling from Nigeria to Palestine?
A) Ship
B) Aeroplane
C) Car
D) Horse
  • 23. In which of the following everyday life activity is the stethoscope applied?
A) Politics
B) Business
C) Agriculture
D) Healthcare
  • 24. Newspapers, Facebook, Twitter and WhatsApp are various media that are used in enhancing
A) None of the above
B) Social life
C) Education
D) Sports
  • 25. A.T.M used in banks for financial transaction is referred to as
A) Automation Teller Machining
B) Automating Teller Methods
C) Automated Teller Machine
D) Automated Teller Medicine
  • 26. Listening to music while crossing the road can cause
A) Deafness
B) Sleeping
C) Injury
D) Accident
  • 27. The following are to be used by pedestrians except
A) None
B) Walkways
C) Zebra crossing
D) Overhead bridge
  • 28. Brightly coloured clothes are used at night for?
A) Security
B) Visibility
C) None
D) Fancy
  • 29. Aluminum is an example of .............
A) Non ferrous metal
B) Plastics
C) Ferrous metal
D) Steel
  • 30. Mahogany is an example of ..........
A) Softwood
B) Tough wood
C) Solid wood
D) Hardwood
  • 31. The truck is the part of the trees called........
A) Leaves
B) Stem
C) Root
D) Branch
  • 32. Softwoods are obtained from ........
A) Coniferous trees
B) Deciduous trees
C) Carnivorous trees
D) Trunk trees
  • 33. Shiny or good lustre property is often associated with?
A) Ceramics
B) Metals
C) Woods
D) Plastics
  • 34. Which of the following metals is highly magnetic?
A) Brass
B) Aluminum
C) Iron
D) Zinc
  • 35. The type of plastics that can be easily softened and remoulded is called?
A) Thermoset
B) Synthetic
C) Thermoplastic
D) Thermolatex
  • 36. In the workshop, accidents are caused by one of the following
A) Good rules
B) Good working habits
C) Good observation
D) Carelessness
  • 37. The condition of being protected against harm is called?
A) Dancing
B) Accident
C) Workshop
D) Safety
  • 38. The following are workshop safety devices except?
A) Gloves
B) Boots
C) Slippers
D) Shield
  • 39. An unexpected event which can cause harm or injury in the workshop is called?
A) Road accident
B) Workshop accident
C) Failure
D) Safety
  • 40. Accidents at home can be prevented by all of the following except?
A) Cleaning the floors
B) Watching the TV
C) Not playing with fire
D) Keeping dangerous things safely
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