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Here are 15 comprehensive questions covering the complete first-term

scheme of work for JSS1 Basic Technology. Each question includes sub-
questions to encourage in-depth understanding and application across all
topics.

Comprehensive Questions

1. Understanding Technology

a. Define technology and explain its importance in modern society.

b. List three fields where technology has made a significant impact,


and describe the specific benefits in each field.

c. Discuss any two potential drawbacks of technology, providing


examples.

2. Workshop Safety Awareness

a. Define workshop safety and explain why it is essential in a


technical environment.

b. Identify and explain three common causes of workshop


accidents.
c. Discuss the role of attitude and behavior in maintaining a safe
workshop environment.

3. Workshop Safety Devices

a. List and describe three essential safety devices used in


workshops.

b. Explain how each device helps in preventing accidents or


injuries.

c. Discuss why it is important to regularly inspect and maintain


these safety devices.

4. Safety Protocols for Different Road Users

a. Explain three safety guidelines each for pedestrians, cyclists, and


motorists.

b. Discuss the role of government regulations in promoting road


safety.
c. Propose two ways that road safety education could be improved
for young road users.

5. Technical Drawing Instruments

a. Identify five essential technical drawing instruments and


describe the use of each.

b. Discuss the importance of maintaining these instruments and


outline proper maintenance practices.

c. Describe how neglecting maintenance of drawing instruments


could impact the quality of drawings.

6. Basic Drawing Techniques

a. Explain the term “technical drawing” and discuss its importance


in engineering and architecture.

b. Describe the process of setting up a drawing board and


positioning instruments for accuracy.

c. Define and discuss the significance of a title block in technical


drawings.
7. Introduction to Freehand Sketching

a. Define freehand sketching and explain its role in the design and
planning stages.

b. Identify and discuss two techniques to improve freehand


sketching skills.

c. Describe how freehand sketching can assist in communicating


initial ideas in technical work.

8. Scale Drawing Concepts

a. Define scale drawing and explain why it is important in technical


drawing.

b. Describe how to use a scale ratio in a technical drawing. Provide


an example using a 1:100 scale.

c. Explain the difference between full-scale, half-scale, and quarter-


scale drawings and give an example of when each might be
used.
9. Application of Scale in Real-World Projects

a. Explain how scale drawings assist architects and engineers in


project planning.

b. Discuss the consequences of using an incorrect scale in a


drawing.

c. Provide a practical example of how accurate scale is crucial in


constructing buildings or machinery.

10. Introduction to Wood

a. Identify the main structural parts of a tree and explain the


function of each part.

b. Differentiate between hardwood and softwood, and list two


examples of each.

c. Discuss the significance of wood grain in woodworking and


construction.
11. Wood Classification and Applications

a. Describe the classification of wood and explain the typical uses


of each class.

b. Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of using hardwood


versus softwood in furniture making.

c. Discuss how the characteristics of wood affect its selection for


specific applications.

12. Seasoning and Treatment of Wood

a. Define wood seasoning and explain its purpose.

b. Describe two methods of seasoning wood, and explain how each


affects wood quality.

c. Discuss the potential consequences of using unseasoned wood in


construction.

13. Environmental Impact of Wood Use


a. Describe the environmental considerations in the selection and
use of wood.

b. Explain how sustainable wood harvesting can be practiced, and


discuss its benefits.

c. Discuss the impact of deforestation on the availability of wood


resources.

14. Workshop Safety Practices and Emergency Procedures

a. List five important safety practices to follow in a workshop.

b. Explain the purpose of emergency drills in a workshop and how


they contribute to safety.

c. Describe how to handle a situation where an accident has


occurred, including the role of first aid.

15. Comparison of Various Safety Measures


a. Compare the safety needs of pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists,
and explain how each group’s safety is addressed.

b. Describe how personal protective equipment (PPE) differs


between workshop safety and road safety.

c. Discuss the importance of both individual responsibility and


regulatory enforcement in ensuring safety.

These comprehensive questions are designed to cover all key aspects of the
first-term scheme of work for JSS1 Basic Technology, requiring students to
define, describe, analyze, and evaluate the concepts learned. Let me know if
you’d like further adjustments!

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