Materials and Tools in Design Technology

Which of the following is a characteristic of hardwoods?

• They usually have needle-like leaves and grow quickly

• They are generally denser and come from deciduous trees

• They are always lighter in colour than softwoods

• They are only used for making paper

Which tool is best suited for drilling precise holes in wood or metal?

• Belt sander

• Pillar drill

• Linishing machine

• Potato masher

What is a common use for softwoods?

• Making high-quality furniture

• Building construction and making paper

• Jewellery making

• Pewter casting

Which of the following is a manufactured board?

• Oak

• Pine

• MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard)

• Beech

What is the main difference between ferrous and non-ferrous metals?

• Ferrous metals contain iron, non-ferrous do not

• Non-ferrous metals are always magnetic

• Ferrous metals are always lighter

• Non-ferrous metals rust easily

Which of the following is a use for alloys?

• Making simple wooden toys

• To make it corrosion resistant

• Growing plants

• Boiling water

What is the main purpose of a belt sander?

• Drilling holes

• Smoothing and shaping wood surfaces

• Cutting metal

• Mixing food ingredients

Which of the following is a characteristic of softwoods?

• They are always heavier than hardwoods

• They come from coniferous trees and grow quickly

• They are only used for decorative items

• They are always darker in colour

What is a jig used for in woodworking?

• To boil potatoes

• To mark out and guide tools for accurate work

• To measure temperature

• To test food for taste

Which of the following is a non-ferrous metal?

• Steel

• Aluminium

• Cast iron

• Wrought iron