BECE 2020 Pre-Technical Skills Past Questions and Answers

Paper 1: Objectives

1. The appropriate instrument used for drawing circles on paper is a
   1. A. pair of dividers
   2. B. pair of compasses
   3. C. protractor
   4. D. set square
   Answer: B
2. Which of the following methods of drawing is in two dimensions?
   1. A. Isometric
   2. B. Oblique
   3. C. Orthographic
   4. D. Perspective
   Answer: C
3. In designing and making, the stage where useful information is gathered for solving the problem is
   1. A. analysis
   2. B. investigation
   3. C. situation
   4. D. specification
   Answer: B
4. An electronic component which indicates that current is flowing in a circuit is
   1. A. capacitor
   2. B. diode
   3. C. LED
   4. D. indicator
   Answer: C
5. 
   
   Which of the following represents the front view in the direction of arrow T?
   1. A.
   2. B.
   3. C.
   4. D.
   Answer: B
6. 
   
   The correct plan, viewing from the top is
   1. A.
   2. B.
   3. C.
   4. D.
   Answer: C
7. When laying a table for a customer, the fork is placed
   1. A. in front of the plate
   2. B. at the right side of the plate
   3. C. across the plate
   4. D. at the left side of the plate
   Answer: D
8. A French seam is the most appropriate seam for
   1. A. children's wear
   2. B. heavy weight fabric
   3. C. light weight fabric
   4. D. undergarments
   Answer: A
9. In order to retain the nutrients in leafy vegetables
   1. A. cut one hour before cooking
   2. B. cut when ready to cook
   3. C. cut when the water is boiling
   4. D. cut few minutes before cooking
   Answer: B
10. Food is preserved mainly to
    1. A. maintain its nutrient
    2. B. make it last longer
    3. C. make it palatable
    4. D. protect micro-organisms in food
    Answer: B

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11. On the 6-point colour wheel, blue is next to
    1. A. Green
    2. B. Orange
    3. C. Yellow
    4. D. Red
12. Identify the pair that are principles of design.
    1. A. Variety and rhythm
    2. B. Balance and colour
    3. C. Repetition and dots
    4. D. Contrast and shape
13. The colour violet symbolizes
    1. A. wealth
    2. B. peace
    3. C. aggression
    4. D. royalty
14. The inscription BB on a pencil indicates that it
    1. A. is hard
    2. B. is soft
    3. C. breaks easily
    4. D. sharpens well
15. Which of the following depends on the principles of perspective in design?
    1. A. Balance
    2. B. Foreshortening
    3. C. Repetition
    4. D. Rhythm
16. One characteristic of aluminium is that it is
    1. A. brittle
    2. B. heavy in weight
    3. C. tough
    4. D. light in weight
17. Sand is used in mortar to
    1. A. increase the volume
    2. B. increase shrinkage
    3. C. harden the mortar
    4. D. reduce cracks
18. The most suitable timber used for decorative work is
    1. A. Mahogany
    2. B. Ofram
    3. C. Odum
    4. D. Wawa
19. The feet of a craftsman is protected in the workshop by wearing
    1. A. Boots
    2. B. Canvas
    3. C. Socks
    4. D. Sandals
20. 
    
    The tool labelled M is a
    1. A. Ball pein hammer
    2. B. Claw hammer
    3. C. Club hammer
    4. D. Warrington hammer
21. 
    
    The main purpose of the piece of timber labelled N is to
    1. A. avoid splitting the timber
    2. B. keep the nail straight
    3. C. prevent damage to the work surface
    4. D. prevent the handle of the hammer from breaking
22. The process of transferring the plan of a building from the drawing to the ground is called
    1. A. laying
    2. B. marking-out
    3. C. walling
    4. D. setting-out
23. 
    
    The type of saw shown in figure 3 is a
    1. A. Cross-cut saw
    2. B. Dovetail saw
    3. C. Hacksaw
    4. D. Tenon saw
24. 
    
    The suitable fastener used for joining the parts labelled W and Y together is
    1. A. bolt
    2. B. nails
    3. C. rivet
    4. D. screw
25. 
    
    The symbol labelled Q is a
    1. A. cell
    2. B. diode
    3. C. lamp
    4. D. socket
26. 
    
    The symbol labelled R is a
    1. A. capacitor
    2. B. door bell
    3. C. lamp holder
    4. D. switch
27. Which of the following is true about Third Angle Orthographic projection?
    1. A. Plan is below front view
    2. B. Plan is above front view
    3. C. End view is always on the right side of front view
    4. D. End view is always on the left side of front view
28. 
    
    The view representing the front elevation in the direction of arrow Z is
    1. A.
    2. B.
    3. C.
    4. D.
29. 
    
    The view representing the plan is
    1. A.
    2. B.
    3. C.
    4. D.
30. Which of the following instruments is used together with the tee-square to draw vertical lines?
    1. A. A pair of compasses
    2. B. Rules
    3. C. Protractor
    4. D. Set square

Paper 2: Theory

1. a) State two advantages of sautéing.
   
   b) i) State one major function of each of the following nutrients in children:
   
   α) Carbohydrate
   
   β) Vitamins
   
   ii) State two uses of embroidery stitches.
   
   c) i) Complete the table below:
   
   INSTRUMENT ONE USE
   
   Pair of compass
   
   60 degrees set square
   
   ii) List two types of business enterprise.
   
   d) i) Define exhibition.
   
   ii) Give two reasons why artworks are exhibited.
   
   iii) List two types of exhibition.
   
   iv) State one major difference between the two types of exhibition.
2. a) i) State two causes of accidents when using hand tools in the workshop.
   
   ii) List four personal safety clothing items used by a craftsman.
   
   b) i) State two grades of abrasive materials.
   
   ii) List four types of measuring tools used in block work.
   
   c)
   
   Figure 1 shows a sketch of a woodwork joint. Use it to answer questions c(i) to (iv):
   
   i) Name the type of joint shown.
   
   ii) Identify the parts labelled X and Y.
   
   iii) List two types of adhesive materials that can be used to strengthen the joint.
   
   iv) List two specific tools used for preparing the joint.
3. a) i)
   
   Draw full size the front view in the direction of arrow Z in First Angle Orthographic projection.
   
   ii) Draw full size the plan.
   
   b) i) Make a freehand pictorial sketch of a trowel.
   
   ii) Label any two parts of the trowel sketched in (b)(i).
   
   iii) State one use of the trowel.
4. a) i) State the difference between a brick and a block.
   
   ii) List two materials used for moulding sandcrete blocks.
   
   iii) List three tools used for moulding sandcrete blocks.
   
   b) State one use of each of the following materials:
   
   i) Aluminium.
   
   ii) Copper.
   
   c) List two tools used in each of the following operations in woodwork:
   
   i) Preparing a smooth wooden surface.
   
   ii) Holding a woodwork piece firmly on a bench.
   
   d) i) Make a freehand pictorial sketch of the triangular file.
   
   ii) Label any three parts on the sketch in (d)(i).

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