UMZOKHANYAYO PRIMARY SCHOOL
Grade: 7 Term: 3
TECHNOLOGY
Subject Technology Examiner Tshazi B.
Date September 2024 Total marks 15
Grade 7 Duration 1 Hour
Moderator Mbanjwa N.S
Type of assessment INVESTIGATION
This assessment has been complied using notes and information contained in the learner’s resource material. The marking memorandum
has been complied accordingly. While alternative responses will be given due acknowledgement, the official memorandum will be
considered a priority document to ensure uniformity of marking.
Name of learner Class:
15
Instructions
1. Answer ALL the questions.
2. Use blue ink to answer the questions.
3. Number the answers carefully according to the numbering system used.
4. Write neatly and legibly.
UMZOKHANYAYO PRIMARY SCHOOL
Grade: 7 Term: 3
Scenario
A scrap-metal dealer sorts magnetic and non-magnetic metals into separate piles for
recycling. The simplest way
to do this is to use a crane with a magnet but it is difficult to remove the metals that do
stick to permanent magnets. It would be beneficial to have a magnet that can
switch on and off.
NOTE 1: The model cranes should be made using simple materials (e.g. paper dowels,
‘elephant’ grass, etc.).
It will be a simple frame structure with a pulley and crank mechanism. Sufficient
strength and rigidity should be achieved by
triangulation. Measuring and simple tool skills must be developed. Safe, cooperative
working is a key skill and needed in the
world of work. The arm of the crane should be 260mm long.
NOTE 2: The electromagnet will be strongest if a long insulated wire is used – wire over
100mm long is very effective. Increasing the current by using more cells in series has
a small influence in the strength of the electromagnet.
The wireshould be wound around a “relatively soft” iron core. Avoid using a steel bolt (it
is far too hard). A fairly soft core can be made using a bundle of short lengths of iron
wire. Nails are softer than bolts but are still fairly hard.
1. INVESTIGATION
Examine the following machines in Figure 1 and 2 below and use them to
answer the questions that follow:
Figure 1 Machine A Figure 2 Machine B
UMZOKHANYAYO PRIMARY SCHOOL
Grade: 7 Term: 3
a) Which of the two machines would you recommend to solve the problem that is posed in the
above scenario?
____________________________________________________________________________ (1)
b) Give a reason for your choice.
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________ (2)
c) How would you improve the machine which you did not select for it to be able to solve the
problem indicated in the scenario?
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________ (2)
d) List the uses of Crane A and Crane B
Crane A -
______________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________ (1)
Crane B
______________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________ (1)
e) Differentiate between the two cranes
Crane A Crane B
1. 1.
2. 2.
3. 3.
4. 4.
And any other relevant answer.
(8)
UMZOKHANYAYO PRIMARY SCHOOL
Grade: 7 Term: 3
TOTAL MARKS: [15]
TECHNOLOGY
Subject Technology Examiner Tshazi B.
Date September 2024 Total marks 15
Grade 7 Duration 1 Hour
Moderator Mbanjwa N.S
Type of assessment INVESTIGATION
This assessment has been complied using notes and information contained in the learner’s resource material. The marking memorandum
has been complied accordingly. While alternative responses will be given due acknowledgement, the official memorandum will be
considered a priority document to ensure uniformity of marking.
MEMORANDUM/MARKING GUIDELINE
UMZOKHANYAYO PRIMARY SCHOOL
Grade: 7 Term: 3
Scenario
A scrap-metal dealer sorts magnetic and non-magnetic metals into separate piles for
recycling. The simplest way
to do this is to use a crane with a magnet but it is difficult to remove the metals that do
stick to permanent magnets. It would be beneficial to have a magnet that can
switch on and off.
NOTE 1: The model cranes should be made using simple materials (e.g. paper dowels,
‘elephant’ grass, etc.).
It will be a simple frame structure with a pulley and crank mechanism. Sufficient
strength and rigidity should be achieved by
triangulation. Measuring and simple tool skills must be developed. Safe, cooperative
working is a key skill and needed in the
world of work. The arm of the crane should be 260mm long.
NOTE 2: The electromagnet will be strongest if a long insulated wire is used – wire over
100mm long is very effective. Increasing the current by using more cells in series has
a small influence in the strength of the electromagnet.
The wireshould be wound around a “relatively soft” iron core. Avoid using a steel bolt (it
is far too hard). A fairly soft core can be made using a bundle of short lengths of iron
wire. Nails are softer than bolts but are still fairly hard.
2. INVESTIGATION
Examine the following machines in Figure 1 and 2 below and use them to
answer the questions that follow:
UMZOKHANYAYO PRIMARY SCHOOL
Grade: 7 Term: 3
Figure 1 Machine A Figure 2 Machine B
A. Which of the two machines would you recommend to solve the problem that is
posed in the above scenario? Machine B (1)
B. Give a reason for your choice. Machine B has electromagnet which is requested
in the scenario.
(2)
C. How would you improve the machine which you did not select for it to be able to
solve the problem indicated in the scenario?
Remove the hook and replace it with an electromagnet. (2)
D. List the uses of Crane A and Crane B
Crane A
It lift the materials by hooking (1)
Crane B
It lift the materials by using electromagnet (1)
E. Compare the two cranes and describe their differences
Crane A Crane B
1.Hook for lifting 1.Round metal plate
2.Arm can only pivot/swivel 2.Arm can bend on three points
3.Pully mechanism used 3.Only hydraulics
4.More Wheels 4.Less wheels
And any other relevant answer.
(8)
TOTAL MARKS: [15]
