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GCSE
DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY
Unit 1 Written Paper

Time allowed: 2 hours

Materials
For Examiner’s Use
For this paper you must have:
• normal writing and drawing instruments Section Mark
• a calculator
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• a protractor.
B
Instructions C
• Use black ink or black ball-point pen. Use pencil only for drawing.
TOTAL
• Fill in the boxes at the top of this page.
• Answer all questions.
• You must answer the questions in the spaces provided. Do not write
outside the box around each page or on blank pages.
• If you need extra space for your answer(s), use the lined pages at the end of this book.
Write the question number against your answer(s).
• Do all rough work in this book. Cross through any work you do not want to be marked.

Information
• The marks for questions are shown in brackets.
• The maximum mark for this paper is 100.
• There are 20 marks for Section A, 30 marks for Section B and 50 marks for Section C.

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Section A – Core technical principles box

Answer all questions in this section.

Each of Questions 01 to 10 is followed by four responses, A, B, C and D.

For each question completely fill in the circle alongside the appropriate answer.

CORRECT METHOD WRONG METHODS

If you want to change your answer you must cross out your original answer as shown.

If you wish to return to an answer previously crossed out, ring the answer you now wish to select
as shown.

0 1 Conductive textiles could be used to

A burn at high temperatures.

B change colour.

C illuminate Light Emitting Diodes.

D resist bullets.
[1 mark]

0 2 Micro encapsulation is used to make fabric

A anti-bacterial.

B conductive.

C fire proof.

D stronger.
[1 mark]

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A malleable material is one that

A can be pressed into a shape or form.

B is able to withstand scratches and indents.

C is hard to break or snap.

D rusts with exposure to air and moisture.

[1 mark]

0 4 When using marker pens, students find the ink stains other pages.

Which term should be looked for when selecting the paper to avoid this?

A Bleed proof

B Cartridge

C Layout

D Tracing
[1 mark]

0 5 Which component is the output in a temperature warning system?

A Lamp

B Microcontroller

C Switch

D Temperature sensor
[1 mark]

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Which one of the following is ferrous?

A Aluminium

B Copper

C Iron

D Tin
[1 mark]

0 7 Identify the material shown in Figure 1.

Figure 1

A Balsa

B Chipboard

C Medium density fibreboard (MDF)

D Plywood
[1 mark]

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Which one of the following is a renewable resource?

A Metal ore

B Natural gas

C Oil

D Water
[1 mark]

0 9 A tough material is described as one that can

A bend and then return to its original shape.

B be pulled or stretched along its length.

C be shaped by pressing.

D withstand impacts without breaking.

[1 mark]

1 0 Which one of the following statements is true?

A Continuous improvement is the concept of storing waste.

B Lean working reduces efficiency.

C Global warming is due to decreasing levels of carbon dioxide.

D Pollution is created by the burning of fossil fuels.

[1 mark]

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Name one specific modern material.
[1 mark]

1 1 . 2 Explain why the use of modern materials improves the function of products.
[2 marks]

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1 2 High density polyethylene (HDPE) is widely used in the manufacture of household box

bottles and containers.

Give two detailed reasons why HDPE is suitable for this type of packaging.
[2 x 2 marks]

Reason 1

Reason 2

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1 3 Study the diagram of the mechanism for car windscreen wipers in Figure 2. box

Figure 2

1 3 . 1 State the type of motion in Wiper arm 1.

[1 mark]

1 3 . 2 Explain the function of the connecting linkage.

[2 marks]

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Answer all questions in this section.

1 4 Table 1 identifies specific processes used to remove different materials and make
sure materials are cut to a tolerance.

Choose one process from Table 1 and, using notes and/or sketches, describe the
process in detail.
[5 marks]

Table 1

Cutting by
Turning Die cutting Laser cutting
shearing

My chosen process is

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1 5 . 1 Describe what forces are acting on the bow and arrow in Figure 3 before it is fired. box

[3 marks]

Figure 3

1 5 . 2 Explain how materials can be improved by being reinforced. Give examples.

[3 marks]

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[2 marks]

1 6 . 2 A manufacturer needs to produce a hexagonal template like the one in Figure 4.

The distance between points A and B needs to be 90 mm.

Figure 4

Work out the length of one side of the hexagon.

[1 mark]

1 6 . 3 Calculate the interior angle at x on the diagram.

[2 marks]

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Explain how the two factors given below would be considered when selecting
materials or components.
[2 x 3 marks]

Availability

Cultural and social factors

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Carbon dioxide is released as a result of making, transporting and using a product
during its lifetime. This is called a ‘carbon footprint’.

Analyse and evaluate what factors contribute to carbon release or ‘carbon footprint’
from raw material source to final disposal.

Give examples in your answer.

[8 marks]

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Answer all questions in this section.

1 9 Study the pictures of garden furniture and packaging in Figure 5 and Figure 6 and
the specifications in Table 2.

Figure 5 Figure 6

Table, chairs and umbrella Flat-pack furniture packaging

Table 2

Material specification for garden furniture in Figure 5

Material Description of use

Timber Table and chairs

Fabric Umbrella covering

Metal Fixtures and fittings to assemble

Polymers Umbrella stand base and end caps for chair legs

Papers and boards Cardboard packaging and assembly instructions prior to use

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Analyse and evaluate the garden furniture and its packaging in terms of functionality.
[6 marks]

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Analyse and evaluate how the design and manufacture of garden furniture may cause
deforestation and what steps can be taken to address this.
[6 marks]

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Figure 7 shows a structure made from a number of material lengths cut and bent to
shape.

Figure 7

2 0 . 1 Calculate the length of material required to make one hoop to the nearest whole
millimetre.

Show your working.

[3 marks]

Answer mm

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Calculate the total length of material required to make all the parts in Figure 7 to the
nearest whole centimetre.

Show your working.

[4 marks]

Answer cm

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Materials frequently have to be deformed and reformed.

Choose one product from Table 3.

Table 3

Metal toy car Birthday card Polymer toothbrush

Cotton skirt Plywood chair

My chosen product is

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Name a specific deforming or reforming process used in the manufacture of your
chosen product.
[1 mark]

2 1 . 2 Explain why this process is used in the manufacture of your chosen product.
[2 marks]

2 1 . 3 What safety issues need to be considered when using the specific process given in
your answer to Question 21.1?
[2 marks]

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Below are drawings of two parts needed to make a pencil sharpener.

Complete an exploded isometric drawing in Figure 8 showing how the parts of the
sharpener are assembled.
[5 marks]

Figure 8

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Exploded drawings show details of an object in a unique way.

Explain where and why exploded drawings are used.

Give examples in your answer.

[4 marks]

2 3 Sketching is used by designers to communicate information.

Describe one advantage and one disadvantage of freehand sketching over

computer aided design (CAD) drawing.
[2 x 2 marks]

Advantage

Disadvantage

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Define the term ‘datum point’.
[1 mark]

2 4 . 2 Explain why datum points are used during manufacturing.

[2 marks]

2 5 The images in Table 4 are of specialist pieces of Design and Technology equipment.

Table 4

Laser cutter Overlocker Vacuum former

3D printer Centre lathe

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My chosen piece of equipment is

2 5 . 1 Describe how your chosen piece of equipment is used.

[3 marks]

2 5 . 2 Explain the checks you would make to ensure the equipment is able to produce
quality outcomes.
[3 marks]

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Explain the importance of evaluation when developing prototypes.

Give specific examples in your answer.

[4 marks]

50

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