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HAIRDRESSING LEVEL 3
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Provide Basic Barbering Services
March/April 2025
TVET CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT, ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION
COUNCIL (TVET CDACC)
WRITTEN ASSESSMENT
Time: 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE
1. This paper consists of two sections; A and B
2. Answer ALL the questions as guided in each section
3. Marks for each question are as indicated in the brackets
4. You are provided with a separate answer booklet to answer the questions
5. Do not write in this question paper
This paper consists of FIVE (5) printed pages
Candidates should check the question paper to ascertain that all pages are printed as
indicated and that no questions are missing
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SECTION A (20 MARKS)
Answer ALL the questions in this section
1. Solid concrete blocks are obtained from lightweight aggregates while hollow concrete
blocks are obtained from heavy aggregates.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
2. The shape of a brick masonry unit is determined only by the mold used in its production.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
3. The addition of colour pigments to concrete blocks improves their structural strength.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
4. The process of stone dressing includes cutting, shaping, and smoothing stones for
aesthetic purposes.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
5. Masonry units must always be produced with fine aggregates (sand) and coarse
aggregates (ballast).
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
Match each item in Column A with its correct description in Column B.
Column A: Tools Column B: Descriptions
6. Vibrator A. Used for mixing mortar or concrete.
7. Mason's B. Used to compact concrete or soil in molds, ensuring uniformity
Level and strength.
8. Brick C. Used to cut bricks or stones.
Hammer
9. Tamping D. Used to remove air pockets and ensure the uniformity of
Rod concrete or soil during block production.
10. Mortar Pan E. Used to ensure walls are level and plumb.
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Answers
6-D
7-E
8-C
9-B
10-A
11. Select the materials used to make concrete blocks. (1 Mark)
A. Cement, quarry dust, sand, water.
B. Lime, quarry dust, sand, water.
C. Cement, lime, sand, water.
D. Cement, quarry dust, sand, lime.
12. ____________are used for hand stone dressing. (1 Mark)
A. Foundation stone
B. Hollow blocks
C. Natural stones
D. Concrete blocks
13. Which of the following materials is used in stabilizing masonry soil units. (1 Mark)
A. Grass
B. Quary dust
C. Water
D. Cement
14. ________operation is not involved in the process of manufacturing of clay bricks.
A. Preparation of clay
B. Curing
C. Drying
D. Burning
15. Choose the masonry unit known for good thermal insulation properties.
A. Hollow block
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B. Solid block
C. Brick
D. Stone
16. What is the meaning of the term "fired bricks”?
A. Bricks made with high pressure
B. Bricks heated in a kiln
C. Bricks exposed to heat only
D. Bricks with cement
17. Which of the following tools is commonly used for stone dressing?
A. Hammer and chisel
B. Concrete mixer
C. Vibrator
D. Trowel
18. The main purpose of curing in the production of masonry units is____________?
A. To increase strength
B. To decrease weight
C. To remove excess moisture
D. To improve appearance
19. One of the following tools is used for smoothing the surface of masonry units during
production, which one is it?
A. Hammer
B. Trowel
C. Vibrator
D. Spade
20. In the production of stabilized soil units, what role does water play?
A. To activate the stabilizer
B. To improve the strength of the unit
C. To reduce the weight of the soil
D. To make the soil more flexible
SECTION B (30 MARKS)
Attempt ALL the questions in this section
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21. List TWO maintenance practices carried out in a wheelbarrow during production of
masonry units. (2 Marks)
a. Greasing/oiling
b. Painting
c. Cleaning
(Award 1 x 2=2Marks)
22. Outline FOUR steps that are taken during dressing of stones. (4 Marks)
Sizing
Shaping
Planning
Finishing
Polishing
(Award 1 x4=4 Marks)
23. Give THREE reasons for stone dressing in production of masonry units. (3 Marks)
To attain proper shape.
To attain proper size.
To attain a smooth finish
(Award 1 x 3=3 Marks)
24. Outline THREE examples of a concrete products used in construction industry.
(3 Marks)
Paving Slabs
Channels
Culverts
Roads kerbs
Wall Vents
(Award 1 x 3=3 Marks)
25. List Four safety measures that should be observed during the production of concrete
masonry units. (4 Marks)
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a. Wear appropriate PPE, s
b. Use the right tools for the intended purpose.
c. Proper tool storage
d. Clean any spills immediately
e. Keep clear any person operating tools and machinery
(Award 1 x 4 = 4 Marks)
26. Mention TWO reasons why bricks are dried before they are burned. (2 Marks)
If damp bricks or green bricks are directly taken to burning then, they
are likely to be cracked and distorted
To remove maximum moisture from the brick so as to save time and fuel
during burning
To increase the strength of raw bricks so that they can be handled and
stacked in greater heights in the kiln for burning without damage.
(Award 1 x 2= 2 Marks)
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