TERM 1
Control test
16 March 2023
GRADE 8
TECHNOLOGY
EXAMINER: T. MULLER
MODERATOR:
DATE: 16 March 2023
MARKS: 30
TIME: 1 HOUR
NAME: ……………………………………………………………………
THIS QUESTION PAPER CONSISTS OF 7 PAGES INCLUDING THE COVER PAGE.
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Examination Rules:
The following rules apply from the time the first paper is handed out, up until
the last paper has been collected.
 Please read your Dua.
 There is no talking, sharing of stationery or equipment, or leaving your
desk during the examination.
 If you are found copying, the invigilator will remove your exam paper
and you will receive a new paper BUT you will not be allocated any extra
time.
 You may only use a blue pen. All drawings to be done in pencil.
 No calculators are allowed unless specified by the examiner.
 No dictionaries will be allowed unless specified by the examiner.
 You must answer all the questions in the spaces provided. Take your
time and think about all your answers. Remember to READ each
question CAREFULLY and follow ALL the instructions.
 If you have a question, please raise your hand and wait until an
invigilator can assist you.
 Write neatly and legibly.
 Remember to write your particulars on the cover page.
 Drawings must be done in pencil.
Technology
Total
Section A
Structures
13
Section B
Types of forces
8
Section C
Impact of Technology
5
Section D
Structural members and
4
Learner’s
total
bridges
ALLOCATED
TOTAL
30 marks
30
LEARNER MARK
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SECTION A: Structures
(Total 13)
1. Name the three different types of structures we do find that are
built for a specific reason.
(3)
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2. Identify structural members (components) in frame structures:
Match the term or word in column A with the description and
definition in column B. Use highlighters to match the structural
members in column A with Column B.
(8 ÷ 𝟐 = 𝟒)
Column A
Column B
Frame structure
The roof truss that has the fewest members.
Roof trusses
A flowerpot hanging from a windowsill by a
rope.
Rafter
A roof’s covering is supported by these.
King post truss
The bottom, horizontal member of a triangular
structure.
Queen post truss A member that keeps two components
separated.
Tie
A structure made up of strong materials that
form a rigid frame.
Strut
The roof truss that enables people to
construct big halls.
Tie beam
It helps to shape a roof with a series of
parallel beams.
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3. Make two drawings to indicate the difference between the following
two frame structures. Write a short descriptive paragraph about the
differences of the two structures:
(6)
A) A king post and B) a Queen post.
Fig 1. King post
Fig 2. Queen post
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SECTION B: Types of forces
(Total 8)
1. Identify the following forces in the illustrations below. Write the
name of the force under each illustration.
(4)
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Fig 3 Top two illustrations will be A and B, from left to right and bottom
two illustrations will be C and D.
2. Explain in your own words what each force is after you identified it.
Force A:
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Force B:
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Force C:
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Force D:
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(4)
SECTION C: Impact of Technology
(Total 5)
1. Which two solutions do we have to use to generate energy, except
by using fossil fuels. Give a short explanation in your own words,
to explain what we use to generate energy.
Solution A: ____________________________________________
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Solution B: ____________________________________________
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2. What is the negative impact of carbon released in the air.
(1)
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SECTION D: Structural members and bridges
(Total 4)
1. Which two openings are made stronger by a lintel in a building?
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2. What is the difference between a suspension bridge and a cable
stayed bridge? Give a short explanation of each to show the
difference between the two types of bridges.
(2)
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