Examination - Term 2

Question Paper V1

Technology

GRADE 9
LEARNING OUTCOMES

● Learning Outcome 1: Technological Processes and Skills

The learner will be able to apply technological processes and skills ethically and
responsibly using appropriate information and communication technologies.
● Learning Outcome 2: Technological Knowledge and Understanding
The learner will be able to understand and apply relevant technological knowledge
ethically and responsibly.
● Learning Outcome 3: Technology, society and the environment
Demonstrate an understanding of the interrelationships between science, technology,
society and the environment.

INSTRUCTIONS

This examination comprises four main questions.

Complete all questions in the order that they are presented to you.
a. Question 1: Short questions 20 marks
b. Question 2: Graphic communication 20 marks
c. Question 3: Knowledge and understanding 20 marks
d. Question 4: Case Study 20 marks

The possible maximum marks for this assignment: 80 marks

1. You have 60 minutes to complete this examination.

2. ALL the questions are COMPULSORY.
3. Make sure you have all the pages clearly printed.
4. Spend 10 minutes reading all the questions before you start answering them.
5. Answer all the questions on lined paper.
6. Write your name on each page of your answer sheets
7. Leave a mark margin on the right hand side of each page.
8. Number the questions according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
9. Write with blue or black ink only. Complete all drawings in pencil.
10. Write neatly and legibly.
11. Use the Addendum document at the end of the paper to complete a specific task.

DECLARATION

I declare that all work in this activity is my own, and that I have indicated any sources I
have consulted, with the exception of the provided learning material. I have not
committed plagiarism as defined in the plagiarism policy.

Type your name here.

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QUESTION 1: [Short questions]

Question 1.1

Select the correct answer. Write down the question number and the correct letter only.

1.1.1 In Technology, drawing can be produced using enlarging scale, reducing scale or
actual scale. Which one of the following is an enlarging scale? [1 mark]
A. 2:1
B. 1:1
C. 1:0
D. 1:2

1.1.2 A bevel gear is a gear.... [1 mark]

A. that meshes at an angle
B. that slows down motion
C. that has a mechanical advantage of 3
D. that is used to create bevels in soft wood

1.1.3 Pascal’s principal states that ...[1 mark]

A. pressure exerted on all parts of a hydraulic system will be transferred at the same time
to some parts of the system
B. pressure exerted on one part of a hydraulic system will be transferred unequally, with
loss, in all directions to other parts of the system
C. pressure exerted on one part of a hydraulic system will be transferred equally, without
any loss, in all directions to other parts of the system
D. pressure exerted on one part of a hydraulic system will be transferred unequally to
some parts of the system

1.1.4 A syringe system filled with air is called a.... [1 mark]

A. Pneumatic system
B. Hydraulic system
C. Pneumeric system
D. Hydolitic system

1.1.5 At what angle do you draw the sloping lines in an isometric drawing? [1 mark]
A. 15 degrees
B. 30 degrees
C. 45 degrees
D. 35 degrees

Question 1.2 [5 marks]

State if these statements are true or false. Write down the question number and the answer
only.

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 1.2.1 The hydraulic press creates a mechanical advantage.
1.2.2 Pulleys are always used to lift light loads
1.2.3 A worm gear is made up of a ratchet and worm
1.2.4. A perspective drawing has a bird’s eye view point.
1.2.5 Compression is a pushing force.

Question 1.3 [5 marks]

Match Column A to Column B to give the correct answer. Write the number in column A on
your answer sheet and write the correct letter alongside.

COLUMN A COLUMN B

1.3.1 RPM A One full turn

1.3.2. Gear ratio B Speed

1.3.3. Torque C Relationship between two gears

1.3.4. Revolution D Turning force

1.3.5. Velocity E Revolutions per minute

Question 1.4 [5 marks]

Fill in the missing words. Write the number of the sentence and the missing word only.

1.4.1 An...........drawing is a way of representing a 3D object by using several 2D views of

the object.

1.4.2 Forces acting across the material are called........ forces.

1.4.3 The input cylinder in a hydraulic system is called the............cylinder

1.4.4 A block and tackle is also known as a.......pulley

1.4.5 The middle gear of a three gear chain is called the…...

Total marks for Question 1: 20

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QUESTION 2: (Graphic Communication)

Question 2.1 [8 marks]

Draw the object below in first angle orthographic projection. Label your drawing. Use the
graph paper attached to this paper as ADDENDUM A.

Question 2.2 [12 marks]

Explain a three pulley block and tackle system with the use of a diagram. Include an
explanation of the mechanical advantage of the block and tackle system if the weight lifted is
120n.

Total marks for Question 2: 20

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QUESTION 3: (Knowledge and understanding)

Question 3.1 [7 marks]

Investigate a gear train that consists of the following: driver gear has 20 teeth and the driven
gear has 80 teeth. The driver gear is rotating at 120rpm.

3.1.1 Calculate the gear ratio.

3.1.2 What speed is the driven gear rotating?
3.1.3 Which axle will turn at the greatest force?
3.1.4 What is the function of an idler gear?

Question 3.2 [8 marks]

Investigate the Figure below and answer the questions that follow.

3.2.1 What type of gearing system would be used to move the train up the hill?

3.2.2 Explain in detail how the chosen gear system works, enabling the train to go up the hill
smoothly.

Question 3.3 [5 marks]

Define five different types of forces that act on materials.

Total marks for Question 3: 20

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 QUESTION 4: (Case Study)

UCT Online High school has a function and needs an outdoor stage. A staircase and a
wheelchair ramp is needed to get on to the stage. You have been tasked to create a design
for the project. There is a list of specifications that have been drawn up by the staff. These
need to be adhered to when designing the staircase and the wheelchair ramp.
The specifications are as follows:
• The stairs and ramp must be made in one unit and must be portable.
• The unit should fit onto the front or side of the stage
• A wheelchair must be able to go up and down the ramp.
• The stage is 600 mm high.
• The stairs should be 1000mm wide so that two people can walk side by side at the same
time.
• There should be 3 steps of 200 mm high each.
• The flat part (riser) of each step is 600 mm long.
• The ramp should be 1000mm wide so that one wheelchair can go up or down the ramp.
• The base of the ramp should be 1 800 mm long.

Rough drawing of the stage. This is not to scale.

Question 4.1 [5 marks]

Write down a design brief for a solution to the problem identified in the scenario above.
Include the specifications and the constraints.

Question 4.2 [10 marks]

Draw a three-dimensional sketch of the combined staircase and ramp. Include all lines,
labels and dimensions in the correct places on your drawing. Include a key to the lines used.

Question 4.3 [5 marks]

Indicate where and how you will temporarily attach the structure to the stage. Name two
factors you must consider when attaching the ramp and stairs to the stage.

Total marks for Question 4: 20 marks

GRAND TOTAL: 80

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ADDENDUM A