IGCSE Design & Technology (DT) JIS Practice Test

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• What is the primary use of an engineers square?
• Which tool is used to mark out 45°/135° angles on wood?
• In vacuum forming, webbing is caused by which factor?
• In sand casting, what is the purpose of the pattern?
• The tool used for straight line cross cutting and ripping lumber is?
• What does the abbreviation PAR stand for in natural timber market forms?
• Which term describes evergreen trees that bear cones and needle leaves and can be grown sustainably in 20-30 years?
• What is the purpose of a knurling tool on a metal lathe?
• PPE stands for?
• Which description best fits a steel rule?
• Plywood is made from veneers with the grain of each layer at right angles to the layers on either side, bonded by resin and pressure.
• Which metal is ferrous, rusts, brittle and commonly used for manhole covers and machine vices?
• Which tool is used for turning metal?
• Which tool consists of a steel band with a serrated saw running over wheels and is used to cut mainly sharp edges?
• Which statement about ABS is true?
• Which statement identifies a stock form of manufactured board commonly measured as 8 ft by 4 ft?
• Which tool is used to turn metal on a rotating axis?
• Which acronym is used for design work on a computer in DT?
• Non-ferrous metals are defined as which of the following?
• What is a Tap And Die Set?
• Which fast-growing wood is used for modeling due to its light weight?
• Which tool is described as a sliding square mounted on a steel rule and used for marking, measuring, and leveling?
• Which tool is designed to install non-threaded fasteners?
• Which tool is explicitly described as a hand tool or power tool?
• The sign for wearing eye protection indicates which of the following?
• Which joint is commonly implemented to join pieces using small fingers?
• What is the purpose of the sign 'wear gloves'?
• What is warping in timber?
• A two piece modesty block is a type of which?
• Which abrasive is described as having a cloth backing and is used on curved irregular surfaces for polishing?
• In composites, this is the material that provides strength in a composite?
• Why is finishing applied to materials?
• Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF) is formed when tiny particles of timber are glued together and compressed with resin adhesive to produce large boards; it is easy to work with and has a smooth surface suitable for painting.
• Which of the following woods is a hardwood?
• Which of the following are examples of PPE?
• What describes a finger joint?
• What is a Tap used for?
• Thermoplastics are polymers that can be repeatedly softened by heating and hardened by cooling. Which statement best describes this property?
• Which tool is used to drill accurate holes in wood, metal and plastic?
• Which is used to fix backs onto cupboards and bottoms onto boxes?
• Which term describes the measurement of the size, proportions, and range of motion of the human body?
• Which COSHH sign would indicate a toxic substance?
• Blow moulding is described as which of the following?
• Which tool is commonly used to drive nails into timber and also to remove them?
• Which tool is a small plane with a handle on each side of its blade, used for shaping curved surfaces?
• Which machine uses a belt of adhesive paper for smoothing wood surfaces?
• Which metal is ferrous, hard, tough and very brittle, used for cutting tools and chisels?
• Which joinery method features a protruding tongue on one edge and a matching groove on the other?
• Which tool is primarily used for sanding wood?
• Shape Memory Alloy (Nitinol) has which property?
• Which tool would be best for creating straight, precise layout lines for joints on wood?
• What is a domino joint?
• Which of the following is a softwood?
• An alloy is which of the following?
• Which statement best describes carbon fibre reinforced polymers (CFRP)?
• A hole designed to seat a rivet or bolt head flush with or below the surface is called which?
• Which term describes designs that incorporate both software and hardware into products that consider the user experience including Ergonomics, anthropometrics, physiology and psychology?
• Photochromic materials change colour in response to changes in what?
• A countersunk hole is defined as which of the following?
• Which process fuses two pieces of material using a heat process most commonly used with metal?
• The carbon footprint refers to what?
• Which statement is true about ferrous and non-ferrous metals?
• Epoxy resin is a thermosetting plastic known for which properties?
• Which of the following is a use for Nylon?
• In composites, this is the binding material that holds the composite together?
• Which tool is used to cut intricate curves with quick reciprocal motion?
• A permanent fixing is best described as:
• Which term is a knock down fitting?
• Which term describes making long-lasting, durable products, using less material in a product saves energy and materials?
• Which metal is non-ferrous, ductile, malleable, red-brown in colour and a good electrical conductor used for plumbing pipes and electrical fittings?
• Which instrument provides higher precision for small-length measurements?
• What does a Magnabend Sheet Metal Bender do?
• Which material is used to remove scratches from the surface or edges after filing on metal or plastic?
• Which material is given as an example of the hard material for routing?
• Which hardwood is pale brown with distinctive flecks in the grain and is ideal for steam bending?
• High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) is commonly used for which items?
• Temporary fixings are fixings that can be removed after use.
• Wood screw is what?
• What is the role of the British Standards Institute (BSI)?
• What is a mallet used for?
• What is a combination square?
• Which joint is commonly used for picture frames due to its 45-degree cuts?
• Which term is used for the material that provides strength in a composite?
• Which joint uses an oval-shaped disk that swells in a slot with glue to form a tight bond, requiring a special tool to cut the slot?
• Which wood has a golden to dark colour and an oily feel, and is commonly used for outdoor furniture, sheds and boats?
• Which joint is a housing joint where the slot stops before the edge?
• Which tool is used for securing materials?
• Which product is used to polish metal?
• Which joint requires a special tool to cut the slot?
• What is the purpose of the sign 'wear a mask'?
• What is a Holesaw used for?
• Which statement best describes the use of hardwood in sustainable timber production?
• Where does the timber grain run across a narrow width or short distance, causing a weakness?
• Which tool is used for cutting rough shapes out of medium-sized pieces of sheet metal, but cannot do delicate work?
• Which term describes making products with recyclable materials to save the use of finite resources?
• Which joint is a 45-degree joint often used in picture frames?
• High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) has which UV resistance characteristic?
• Which of the following is a purpose of using finishes on timber?
• The router is described as being suitable for hollowing out the space for which item?
• What is a mortice and tenon joint?
• Which tool is a type of handsaw used to cut metal?
• Which softwood is very pale in colour and used for furniture and boat-building veneer?
• Which term describes refusing to use materials that are wasteful, harmful to the environment or can't be recycled?
• Which tool is used to mark mortices and tenons on timber?
• Which tool is a small portable drill held and operated by hand?
• Which hardwood is commonly used for hammer handles?
• What characterizes a half lap joint?
• Which softwood is harder and straighter, almost knot-free, more expensive than Scots Pine, used for better quality furniture and windows and doors?
• Which of the following is not a hardwood from the provided lists?
• Mass production is defined as the manufacture of goods in large quantities by machinery and assembly line techniques. Which option best describes this?
• Which wood is used for outdoor furniture and has high natural oil content?
• Which tool is used for planing large areas of wood?
• Injection moulding is best described as which statement?
• Which of the following is an advantage of manufactured boards?
• What process softens the fibres of wood to allow bending?
• Which material is ferrous, very brittle, and hard (wear resistant), used for drill bits and lathe tools?
• Which statement best defines new materials?
• Which tool is used to mark parallel lines from a datum edge?
• What is the purpose of a centre punch?
• Which field studies the size, proportions, and range of motion of the human body to inform design decisions?
• Which tool would you use to check if a workpiece is square and also measure angles or distances along the edge?
• Which material is typically used as a decorative surface coating to increase aesthetic appeal?
• One piece corner block (modesty block) is a type of which?
• Which metal is ferrous and does not rust, commonly used for cutlery and sinks?
• Epoxy resin is supplied in two tubes containing resin and hardener. To form a proper joint, the two components must be mixed in equal amounts.
• Which tool is used to clamp large pieces of material?
• Which property is Nylon noted for?
• What is timber conversion?
• Which of the following is non-ferrous?
• What is a primary goal of Just In Time production?
• Which term describes making the product able to be reused at the end of its life?
• Which tool is specifically designed to smooth wood surfaces by abrasion?
• Dovetail nailing increases joint strength by which mechanism?
• Which tool is used for rapid removal of waste wood?
• What does seasoning (wood drying) do?
• CAM stands for which of the following?
• Thermochromic materials change colour in response to changes in what?
• The strategy of deliberately designing products to fail in order to shorten the time between purchases?
• Quality Control (QC) is a program that monitors each phase of a process to make sure that materials used are of acceptable quality and that instruments are working accurately.
• What is a scriber used for?
• Pencil is used as?
• Which softwood is knotty and durable when treated, used for general woodwork, cupboards, shelves and decking?
• Which machine is used to polish soft metals including copper and brass as well as plastics?
• Dovetail nailing strengthens joints by what action?
• Which tool is primarily used for marking rather than measuring?
• Which tool is a carpenter's tool used to drive and pull nails?
• Which hand tool is a portable device for drilling holes in wood by hand?
• Which wood is used for decking and general woodwork and is knotty but durable when treated?
• Which term describes designing things so they are easy to repair, being able to replace one part?
• Which term describes using fewer resources by making products more efficient or multifunctional?
• Interaction Design considers user experience including which areas?
• CNC stands for which of the following?
• Which tool is used to mark (score) lines across wood, aiding cutting and chiselling joints to prevent tear-out?
• Which tool is used for turning wood?
• Which hardwood is dark brown with an open, wavy grain and is used for inexpensive furniture?
• Which joint is held together using wooden or metal dowels?
• Which of the following is not a plastic forming process described in the material?
• What is an engineers mitre square used for?
• Which sign is used to prevent clothing from getting tangled in machinery?
• Which tool can be used as clamps or for tightening and loosening nuts and bolts?
• Which tool is an iron block used for hammering out metals and forging?
• Phenol formaldehyde is historically known as which early plastic?
• Which tool is a small portable hand held grinder used to grind away metal?
• Blockboard is made from strips of softwood glued side by side with a veneer on both sides. Which material best fits this description?
• One off or Bespoke production involves producing custom work for a specific customer or a small batch. Which production method does this describe?
• Which joint is formed by two surfaces abutting at right angles?
• Epoxy resin is used for which of the following applications?
• What is a Die used for?
• Phenol formaldehyde is commonly used for which applications?
• Which of the following is commonly used as a permanent fixing?
• Which joint consists of two halves connected with a screw?
• Plywood includes numerous types such as marine, laser, weatherproof, flexible and interior.
• What capability do parallel lines offer on the work surface?
• Which tool is used to mark out 45°/135° angles on wood?
• Composite describes a material that is made by combining two or more materials.
• Which joint is created by cutting a slot across the face of a piece of timber about three-quarters deep, with the second piece inserted into the slot?
• How is a bridle joint formed?
• The effect of dovetail nailing on joint strength is:
• Which tool consists of a steel band with a serrated saw running over wheels and is used to cut mainly sharp edges?
• Which clamp is the easiest to use, can be released very quickly, and is not fixed to a desk?
• What is a Chop Saw primarily used for?
• Cross filing is a filing technique used for what purpose?
• Which of the following is a thermosetting plastic?
• Which tool is used to remove excess material?
• Which tool is used for removing material and shaping wood?
• A self finishing material is defined as a material that does not require a finish.
• Which tool is a sliding square mounted on a steel rule, used to mark a square line, find level, or measure?
• PP is used for which items?
• Circular saw is used for?
• Scan fitting (cam bolt) is a type of which?
• Which tool is used for hollowing or profiling wood?
• Which tool is used to drill vertical holes in wood, metal, and plastic?
• Urea formaldehyde is known for which electrical property?
• Which tool is used for removing nails?
• A router can be what types?
• Which wood is pale yellow and virtually knot-free, suitable for windows and doors (structural carpentry)?
• Datum is best described as what?
• Die casting is a metal casting process in which molten metal is injected into a mold cavity under high pressure. Which of the following is commonly produced by this process?
• Which term describes replacing a single component to extend the product life?
• Which metal is an excellent electrical conductor and widely used for plumbing and fittings?
• Panel pins and veneer pins are used to fix backs onto cupboards and bottoms onto boxes. Veneer pins are finer. They are made of which material?
• Which item forms its own matching thread in wood?
• Which metal is non-ferrous, lightweight and easy to recycle and used for cans, saucepans, bikes and ladders?
• Coping saw is used for?
• Flat pack furniture is furniture which you buy as how many parts?
• What is a Glass Reinforced Polymer (GRP) typically used for?
• What does a scribing block and surface plate provide?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of wearing PPE signs such as those for ears, gloves, apron, and mask?
• CAD stands for which of the following?
• Which metal is commonly used for cutting tools and chisels due to its hardness?
• Vacuum Forming creates uncomplicated hollow shapes by which method?
• In composites, which component acts as the binding phase that holds the materials together?
• Which COSHH sign would indicate a harmful substance?
• Which term refers to deliberately designing products to fail in order to shorten the time between purchases?
• Which tool is used to hold work securely when operating a machine?
• A carpenter's brace is used for?
• Nylon is categorized as which type of plastic?
• Phosphorescent pigments have which characteristic?
• Wax, oil, stain and varnish are all types of which category?
• Which tool is used to mark a line at 90 degrees to the edge of the wood or to check squareness?
• Which COSHH sign would indicate a corrosive substance?
• What is the primary function of an Engineers Vice?
• Which tool is required to cut the slot for a domino joint?
• Which tool is used for precision material removal in small spaces?
• The combination of scribing block and surface plate is primarily used for which purpose?
• Which joint is formed by fitting the end of one member into two grooves cut into the edge of a second member?
• What characterizes annealing?
• Which joint is formed by cutting a slot in one piece to accept a second piece?
• Kevlar is a synthetic fibre used mainly for which protective applications?
• Planed All Round refers to what in wood preparation?
• Manufactured boards are available in standard sizes such as 2440 mm by 1220 mm (8 ft by 4 ft).
• Allen key is what?
• Which material is given as an example of a new material with innovative properties?
• Which tool is used to dent metal before drilling?
• Melamine Formaldehyde is used for which purpose?
• Tenon saw is used for?
• Which term describes making the product more efficient, or be able to have many functions to save on resources?
• Which term describes a plastic that becomes permanently rigid after a curing chemical reaction?
• Which metal is non-ferrous, golden yellow in colour and commonly decorative for items like candle sticks and musical instruments?
• Which study focuses on the way end-users interact with products and systems, including how they hold or use them?
• Which statement about epoxy resin joints is correct?
• PETE (PET) is a thermoplastic used for which items?
• PAR stands for which of these?
• Which of the following is NOT a manufactured board?
• Which statement about the BSI kite is true?
• Which stock form is Planed Square Edge (PSE)?
• What is the purpose of the sign that says to wear an apron?
• Which material is used for the purpose of casting or making fiberglass?
• What is polymorph mainly used to make?
• Rotational moulding is used to create which type of objects?
• What is spring dividers used for?
• PET is widely used for which packaging item?
• Which of the following is a hardwood?
• Which material is ferrous, tough, ductile and malleable with good tensile strength, used for nuts, bolts and car body panels?
• Which tool is battery-powered and portable?
• Hardboard is made from pulped wood fibres that are pressed to form a board that is smooth on one side and rough on the other; it is not strong and typically used in non-structural situations such as the backs of cupboards.
• Which PPE item is most appropriate to protect against dust particles during painting?
• What is a vernier caliper used for?
• What is a former used for?
• Which of the following is an example of a thermoplastic?
• Which tool is used to drill accurate holes in wood, metal and plastic?
• Which tool speeds up material removal on wood with a belt mechanism?
• Which of the following statements describes a step in the sand casting process?
• What are Tin Snips used for?
• What is a Cordless Drill?
• What does a Spade Bit (Flat Bit) do?
• Which hardwood is strong, tough and durable with good elasticity, suitable for bending?
• What hazard does the 'wear ear protection' sign address?
• Name the two ways to season timber.
• Which tool would you use to create internal threads in a hole?
• Which hardwood is light brown to reddish brown with a close and even grain, used in furniture, shop fittings, bar tops and solid flooring?
• Which softwood is used primarily for indoor furniture such as bedrooms and kitchens?
• Which tool is a steel tool for shaping materials and removing material that is inaccessible to a saw?
• Polymorph has which key property?
• What function of a surface plate relates to heights?
• Which term describes designing products to be reused at the end of life?
• Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymers (CFRP) are widely used in which sectors due to their high strength‑to‑weight ratio?
• Polyester Resin is a thermosetting plastic used for which purpose?
• Which machine is described as a machine with a flat circular disc faced with abrasive paper for smoothing wood surfaces?
• What is the definition of sustainability?
• Which products are commonly produced by die casting, as mentioned in the source material?
• Market form refers to which of the following?
• Which clamp is the easiest to use and can be released very quickly and is not fixed to a desk?
• What is a router used for?
• Which statement best describes thermosetting plastics?
• Which softwood is creamy white with small hard knots and used for indoor furniture including bedrooms and kitchen?
• Nut and bolt are what?
• Which material is described as deciduous trees with broad leaves that grow slowly (about 80–100 years), making sustainable growth more challenging?
• What is marking gauge used for?
• Batch production involves creating objects stage by stage over a series of workstations, with different batches produced. Which statement describes this?
• What is the Forstner bit used for?
• What best describes smart materials?
• Which metalworking process fuses two pieces by heating them until they bond together?
• What device uses a cutter to remove material in the X, Y, or Z axis to a precision measurement?
• Which tool would you use to rapidly remove waste wood from a flat surface?
• Which board is formed by tiny timber particles glued together and compressed with resin adhesive to produce large boards?
• Which tool is used to cut timber at a set angle?
• Handheld jigsaw is used for?
• Which tool is used to cut curved lines or shapes in wood?
• Which description best matches the purpose of a scribing block and surface plate?
• HDPE is commonly used for which items?
• Which is a simple joint where two pieces butt together at right angles?
• Which tool is primarily used for planing large flat areas of wood, leaving a smooth surface?
• Which hardwood is light brown with open grain, tough, resists splitting and is durable outdoors and indoors?
• Which tool is best described as a handheld device that cuts curves with a fine, intricate path?
• Which tool is used to scribe parallel lines on metal from one datum edge?
• In sand casting, the first step is the sand being compressed around a pattern in two halves. Which option best describes this step?
• Which tool would you use to drill vertical holes in wood, metal and plastic?
• Which saw is used in jewellery making on sheet metal, with a delicate blade?
• V (PVC) is commonly used for which applications?
• Acrylic cement is used for joining which materials?
• Which of the following is a hardwood species listed?
• Which tool is used to drill flat bottomed holes in wood?
• Chipboard is produced by mixing thousands of tiny chips of timber with glue and compressing into sheets. Which of the following best describes its typical characteristics?
• Band facer is used for?
• Which tool is used to remove material in small spaces, much smaller than regular files?
• What is a Crucible Furnace used for?
• Which joint provides strong resistance to pulling apart due to interlocking shapes?
• Disc sander is used for?
• COSHH stands for?
• Kevlar is most notable for providing high tensile strength and is used in which protective area?
• Which metal is corrosion resistant and commonly used for sinks and cutlery?
• What is a jig?
• Manufactured boards are particularly valued for what advantage related to size?
• Which tool is used to clamp large pieces of material?
• Veneer is defined as a thin layer of a substance (often timber) applied as a surface coating to improve the aesthetics of the underlying material.
• Which of the following is a product produced by sand casting?
• Emery cloth is used for polishing metal and is lubricated with water and oil. Which option describes this tool?
• Acrylic cement works by melting the surface of the plastic and fusing it together.
• Which tool folds sheet metal into precise shapes?
• The CE Mark indicates compliance with safety and quality standards set by which region?
• What does the 3 jaw lathe chuck hold on a centre lathe?
• Epoxy resin is described as a two-part adhesive with resin and hardener that must be mixed in equal amounts to form a waterproof, strong joint.
• Which hardwood is commonly used for bar tops and solid flooring?
• Ferrous metals are defined as which of the following?
• Which hardwood is commonly used for barrels?
• Which tool is used for hammering metal?
• Which filing technique is used for finishing and smoothing metal and plastic at 90 degrees to the workpiece?
• Which of the following is NOT a stock form for polymers?
• Contact adhesive should be applied in which way for a strong joint?
• What is a micrometer primarily used for?
• Which term is described as a tool used to undo screws with a hexagonal socket?
• Which hole is larger than the screw's thread and shank?
• Knock down fittings are defined as what?
• LDPE is known for which uses?
• Which metal is best known for its golden color and decorative use?
• Which softwood is straight grained with knots and is cheap for construction and low-cost furniture, pale yellow?
• Which COSHH sign would indicate a flammable substance?
• A clearance hole is described as which of the following?
• Rotational moulding is used to create which type of objects?
• Which hardwood is open grained with distinctive markings and used in furniture, building beams, barrels and solid flooring?
• Which of the following is a correct description of COSHH signage?
• Which of the following is a manufactured board?
• A scribing block and surface plate enable repetitive accuracy in marking out. Which capability is provided by a surface plate in metalworking?
• Product Evolution is defined as which of the following?
• Which process softens wood fibres to allow bending?
• Glass Reinforced Polymers (GRP) are typically used for which application?
• Which tool is used for cutting straight lines in wood and is typically used for detail work?
• Pilot hole is defined as which of the following?
• Which hardwood is described as pale brown with a straight grain and can have a coarse texture?
• Which joint has half the wood cut away on one side?
• Short grain timber occurs when the grain runs in which direction?
• Which joint is described as a furniture joinery technique of interlocking wedge-shaped finger cut-outs?
• What is a Rivet Gun used for?
• Which activity can be performed with a surface plate besides marking out?
• Which material is used to remove scratches after filing on metal or plastic?
• A hole drilled as a guide for inserting a nail or screw is known as which?
• What term describes the stages through which goods and services move from introduction on the market until they are taken off the market?
• What is work hardening?
• Which machine would you use to produce a bright finish on soft metals and plastics by polishing?
• Which tool would you use to hold work securely while cutting or drilling?
• Which hardwood is non-toxic and used in the manufacture of toys, tool handles and furniture?