Project

15 Grade 9 Pre-Technical Studies questions on Project, with worked marking schemes. 15 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   Before making a product, Njeri draws a labelled diagram showing the dimensions and shape of what she intends to make. This drawing is her project's:

   A. Design/plan

   B. Warranty

   C. Budget

   D. Invoice

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   When choosing materials for a project meant to be used outdoors in the rain, the MOST important property to consider is:

   A. Resistance to water/weathering (durability)

   B. The colour of the material

   C. The smell of the material

   D. The brand name

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3. Question 3

   1 mark

   A learner reduces waste during a project by measuring twice before cutting once. This mainly demonstrates:

   A. Efficient use of resources

   B. Time wasting

   C. Careless work

   D. Poor planning

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4. Question 4

   1 mark

   A group of Grade 9 learners is carrying out a class project to build a model bridge within four weeks. To track tasks against time and meet the deadline, which planning tool is most useful?

   A. A receipt book

   B. A class register

   C. A work plan or schedule (e.g., a Gantt-style timeline)

   D. A dictionary

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5. Question 5

   5 marks

   Kiptoo is planning a project to make a metal toolbox. (a) State three factors he should consider when selecting materials for the toolbox. (3 marks) (b) Explain why preparing a budget before starting is important. (2 marks)

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   (a) Any three (1 mark each): strength/durability of the material; cost/affordability; availability; suitability for the intended use (e.g. corrosion resistance); ease of working with the material; safety. (b) A budget (2 marks): shows the total cost in advance so he can plan finances, avoid running short of money/materials midway, buy the right quantities and control wastage.

6. Question 6

   1 mark

   During project work, working as a team where each member is given a specific task demonstrates the value of:

   A. Wasting materials

   B. Collaboration and division of labour

   C. Working alone always

   D. Copying answers

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7. Question 7

   6 marks

   Explain three challenges Grade 9 learners are likely to face during group project work and suggest how each can be overcome. (6 marks)

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   Any three, challenge + solution (2 marks each): limited materials/finances - budget carefully and source affordable/recycled materials; conflict or unequal participation - assign clear roles and encourage teamwork; limited time - prepare and follow a work plan/schedule; lack of skills - seek guidance from the teacher and practise; poor design leading to errors - plan and draw carefully before making.

8. Question 8

   1 mark

   A group of learners is carrying out a workshop project to make stools. Before they start cutting any material, the FIRST step they should complete is to:

   A. Paint the finished stools

   B. Prepare a plan and list of required materials and tools

   C. Sell the stools to buyers

   D. Dispose of the waste wood

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9. Question 9

   1 mark

   Which of the following is the correct logical order of the main stages of a technical project?

   A. Gather materials → evaluate → identify problem → make → design

   B. Evaluate → make → design → gather materials → identify problem

   C. Identify problem → design → gather materials → make → evaluate

   D. Make → design → identify problem → evaluate → gather materials

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10. Question 10

    6 marks

    A group of Grade 9 learners is required to design and make a wooden storage rack for the classroom. (a) Outline four stages they should follow to complete the project. (4 marks) (b) State one reason why a project should be evaluated after completion. (2 marks)

    (6 marks)

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    (a) Any four in logical order (1 mark each): identify the problem/need; research and generate ideas; design/draw a plan; prepare a budget/gather materials and tools; make/construct the product; test/evaluate the product. (b) Evaluation (2 marks): to check whether the product meets the identified need/works as intended, to identify weaknesses and areas for improvement, and to learn lessons for future projects.

11. Question 11

    1 mark

    When starting a Grade 9 technical project, the FIRST step a learner should carry out is to:

    A. Present the finished product

    B. Paint the final item

    C. Buy all the materials at once

    D. Identify the problem or need to be addressed

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    After completing a project, learners test the product to check whether it works as intended and meets the identified need. This stage is called:

    A. Sketching

    B. Evaluation/testing

    C. Purchasing

    D. Advertising

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13. Question 13

    4 marks

    A learner completes a project but the finished item does not fit the intended space. (a) State two possible reasons for this error. (2 marks) (b) Explain how careful planning could have prevented the error. (2 marks)

    (4 marks)

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    (a) Any two (1 mark each): inaccurate measurements were taken; the space was not measured before designing; the design/plan had wrong dimensions; cutting was done carelessly. (b) Careful planning (2 marks): taking accurate measurements of the space, recording correct dimensions on the design, and checking (measuring twice before cutting) would have ensured the item was made to the right size and fitted the space.

14. Question 14

    1 mark

    To make sure a project is completed by the due date, learners prepare a document showing what task will be done at each stage and when. This is a:

    A. Certificate

    B. Poster

    C. Receipt

    D. Work plan/schedule

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15. Question 15

    1 mark

    A list showing the quantities and estimated costs of all materials needed for a project is called the:

    A. Bill of materials/budget

    B. Timetable

    C. Assembly manual

    D. Attendance register

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