SS1 First Term Metal Work Past Questions And Answers
Here they are;
Question: What is the primary purpose of annealing metal?
A) Hardening
B) Softening
C) Corrosion resistance
D) Welding
Answer: B) Softening
Question: Which metal is commonly used for casting in metalwork?
A) Aluminum
B) Copper
C) Zinc
D) Iron
Answer: D) Iron
Question: What is the process of coating iron or steel with a layer of zinc to prevent rusting called?
A) Galvanization
B) Anodizing
C) Tempering
D) Alloying
Answer: A) Galvanization
Question: In metalwork, what is the purpose of quenching?
A) Cleaning
B) Tempering
C) Rapid cooling
D) Corrosion prevention
Answer: C) Rapid cooling
Question: Which tool is used for shaping and smoothing metal surfaces by removing small amounts of material?
A) Chisel
B) File
C) Hammer
D) Pliers
Answer: B) File
Question: What is the function of flux in welding?
A) Strengthening the weld
B) Cleaning the metal surface
C) Providing heat resistance
D) Enhancing conductivity
Answer: B) Cleaning the metal surface
Question: Which metal is known for its high resistance to corrosion and is often used in marine applications?
A) Brass
B) Stainless steel
C) Aluminum
D) Bronze
Answer: B) Stainless steel
Question: What type of joint is formed by overlapping two metal pieces and welding or riveting them together?
A) Lap joint
B) Butt joint
C) T-joint
D) Corner joint
Answer: A) Lap joint
Question: Which process involves heating metal to a high temperature and then slowly cooling it to relieve internal stresses?
A) Tempering
B) Quenching
C) Annealing
D) Hardening
Answer: C) Annealing
Question: What is the purpose of a ball-peen hammer in metalwork?
A) Cutting
B) Shaping curves
C) Forming round indentations
D) Smoothing surfaces
Answer: C) Forming round indentations
Question: Which metal is commonly used for electrical wiring due to its high conductivity?
A) Copper
B) Aluminum
C) Zinc
D) Iron
Answer: A) Copper
Question: What is the primary advantage of using aluminum in metalwork?
A) High strength
B) Low cost
C) Light weight
D) Corrosion resistance
Answer: C) Light weight
Question: In metal cutting, which tool is specifically designed for making curved cuts?
A) Hacksaw
B) Bandsaw
C) Bench shear
D) Nibbler
Answer: B) Bandsaw
Question: Which welding technique uses a consumable electrode that also serves as the filler material?
A) TIG welding
B) MIG welding
C) Stick welding
D) Gas welding
Answer: B) MIG welding
Question: What is the purpose of tempering metal after hardening?
A) Increase hardness
B) Reduce brittleness
C) Enhance conductivity
D) Improve corrosion resistance
Answer: B) Reduce brittleness
Question: Which metalworking process involves shaping or forming metal by hammering or pressing?
A) Forging
B) Casting
C) Extrusion
D) Machining
Answer: A) Forging
Question: What is the primary advantage of using galvanized steel in construction?
A) Increased strength
B) Enhanced conductivity
C) Corrosion resistance
D) Reduced weight
Answer: C) Corrosion resistance
Question: Which metal is commonly used for making springs due to its elasticity?
A) Aluminum
B) Copper
C) Steel
D) Brass
Answer: C) Steel
Question: What is the purpose of a center punch in metalwork?
A) Drilling holes
B) Marking a point for drilling
C) Measuring thickness
D) Removing rust
Answer: B) Marking a point for drilling
Question: In metal fabrication, what does the term “welding joint” refer to?
A) The point where two metals touch
B) The connection between two metals
C) The welding machine
D) The type of electrode used
Answer: B) The connection between two metals.
