NSC exam, Agricultural Technology, November 2013
Assignment Type: Revision Paper
Total Marks: Unmarked
SECTION A - MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS
Marks: 40
Question 1:

A septic tank system should always contain live ...

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Question 2:

The pipe connecting the sanitary system of a house to a septic tank is manufactured from …

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Question 3:

The function of ... in the septic tank system is to decompose all organic waste matter in the system.

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Question 4:

The most important precautionary measure that should be taken when PVC pipes are laid is to ensure that the pipes ...

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Question 5:

An advantage of closed drains is that ...

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Question 6:

The aim of … is to help the farmer to save money because all farm implements and tractor spare parts should comply with certain requirements, such as being interchangeable and easy to handle.

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Question 7:

... smoke will be seen at the exhaust outlet when a tractor uses too much oil.

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Question 8:

Long-term credit can be used for ...

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Question 9:

An example of working or floating capital expenses associated with a tractor is ...

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Question 10:

Most farmers prefer to use V-belts because they ...

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Question 11:

The function of grease in the moving joints of implements is to …

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Question 12:

The three-point mechanism of the tractor was designed by …

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Question 13:

The control valve of a tractor is activated by the …

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Question 14:

The density of round bales can be increased or decreased by changing the …

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Question 15:

The shielding gas that prevents the welding bead from coming into contact with oxygen during the MIG welding process is called ...

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Question 16:

The standard size for bricks used for building purposes is ...

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Question 17:

The function of a lintel is to give ... above window and door openings.

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Question 18:

The reason for covering the power take-off (PTO) shaft situated between the tractor and implements is to ...

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Question 19:

... substances must be locked away to protect workers from injury.

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Question 20:

When the noise levels of an implement are very high you should wear … to protect your ears.

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SECTION B - STRUCTURED QUESTIONS
SUB-SECTION: - MATERIALS AND STRUCTURES
SCENARIO - Fires on a farm can be very dangerous. Safety precautions and preventative measures are therefore very important.
Marks: 13
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Question 1:

Briefly discuss EIGHT measures to prevent unwanted fires on a farm.

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Question 2:

Explain the safety measures that should be kept in mind when using fire extinguishers.

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NOTE: - Answer the following Question
Marks: 13
Question 1:

Briefly describe FOUR measures to prevent power take-off accidents.

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Question 2:

Adhesives can be used for various types of repair jobs on a farm. Name TWO important aspects that should be considered when an adhesive is chosen.

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Question 3:

Name any TWO methods used to strengthen foundations and briefly describe each method.

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Question 4:

Identify the most suitable bond (A or B) that can be used for the construction of a brick wall as shown in the sketch below.

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Question 5:

Give a valid reason for the following statement:


Clear fibreglass roof plates are used on the roof of a greenhouse.

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Question 6:

Give a valid reason for the following statement:


The wires of a fence must not be tensioned on a hot day.

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NOTE - What THREE effects will each of the following alloy elements have when stainless steel is formed:
Marks: 9
Question 1:

Chromium

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Manganese

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Question 3:

Nickel

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SUB-SECTION: - ENERGY
Marks: 2
Question 1:

Name TWO renewable energy sources that can be used to manufacture biodiesel.

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SCENARIO: - The photograph below shows a portable electric fence in a field. Answer the questions that follow.
Marks: 10
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Question 1:

Name an alternative energy source that can be used to charge the battery effectively and explain the reasons for your answer.

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Question 2:

Name any TWO uses of portable electric fences on a farm.

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Question 3:

State TWO benefits of using portable electric fences on a farm.

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SCENARIO: - The photograph below shows two different energy sources that are used to produce electricity for a milking parlour on a dairy farm. Use the photograph to answer the questions that follow.
Marks: 8
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Question 1:

List FOUR advantages of alternative energy sources.

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Question 2:

Discuss TWO types of energy sources and also how they will support each other when used simultaneously.

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SUB-SECTION: - SKILLS AND CONSTRUCTION PROCESSES
Marks: 23
Question 1:

Describe the procedure that should be followed when welding two pieces of metal with an oxy-acetylene welder using the rightward or backhand technique.

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Question 2:

Make a neat sketch of a V-butt weld between two pieces of metal 10 mm thick and label the drawing.

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Question 3:

Name and explain the THREE different methods (technique) of oxy-acetylene welding.

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Question 4:

Discuss distortion or shrinking caused by the heat generated during the welding process.

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Question 5:

State TWO ways to control distortion of welding runs.

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SCENARIO: - The photograph below shows an inverter welding machine used for various welding processes on a farm. Answer the questions that follow.
Marks: 5
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Question 1:

Name TWO disadvantages of the inverter welding machine in comparison with the arc-welding machine.

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Question 2:

Name THREE general welding tips that should be kept in mind when welding with the inverter welding machine.

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SCENARIO: - The photograph below shows a welding apparatus. Answer the questions that follow.
Marks: 7
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Question 1:

Give the name of this type of welding machine.

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Question 2:

Explain the concept MIG welding.

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Question 3:

Name the THREE basic gases used in the MIG welding process.

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SUB-SECTION: - TOOLS, IMPLEMENTS AND EQUIPMENT
Marks: 7
Question 1:

Name THREE types of capital associated with a farm enterprise.

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Question 2:

State FOUR problems that can occur when using a combine harvester.

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SCENARIO: - Study the photograph of a baling machine below and answer the questions that follow.
Marks: 9
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Question 1:

Explain the term timing of the bale mechanism as found on the ram- type baler.

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Question 2:

Name THREE tasks that should be performed during the maintenance of a baling machine.

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Question 3:

Indicate the safety mechanisms that can be found on the ram-type baling machine.

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SCENARIO; - The photograph below shows a farm implement connected to a tractor.
Marks: 7
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Question 1:

Describe the mechanism that is used for connecting the implement to the tractor.

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Question 2:

A power take-off (PTO) shaft is used as a drive shaft between the tractor and the implement. Name the device that enables the power take-off shaft to operate at different angles.

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Question 3:

State THREE requirements that a safety screen must comply with to prevent injuries.

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SCENARIO: - The efficient working of a tractor gearbox is made possible by a combination of gears to achieve the best possible ratio for the specific job. The illustration below shows one type of gear set that can be used in the gearbox of a tractor.
Marks: 5
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Question 1:

Identify the type of gear set shown in the illustration above.

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Question 2:

Name ONE advantage of this type of gear set.

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Question 3:

State the THREE types of gearboxes commonly used in tractors.

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SCENARIO: - A hammer mill, as shown below, is a very important implement on a farm. It helps a farmer to pulverise feeds to satisfy the feeding needs of different kinds and categories of farm animals.
Marks: 12
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Question 1:

State FOUR factors that must be considered when buying a new hammer mill.

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Question 2:

State THREE advantages of installing a hammer mill on a level surface.

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Question 3:

Name FIVE safety measures that should be taken when working with a hammer mill.

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SUB-SECTION: - WATER MANAGEMENT
SCENARIO: - The correct application of water is important for water conservation
Marks: 7
Question 1:

Name THREE factors that must be considered when planning a water scheduling programme.

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Question 2:

Explain the goal of irrigation scheduling.

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SCENARIO: - Drainage is the removal of excess or free water from the upper layers of soil.
Marks: 8
Question 1:

Identify the TWO drainage systems most commonly used on farms.

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Question 2:

Briefly describe the process of building a pole drain.

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Question 3:

Discuss THREE disadvantages of closed drains.

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SCENARIO: - The sketch below shows a typical septic tank system used on a farm. Study the sketch and answer the questions that follow.
Marks: 10
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Question 1:

Give the reason for placing the outlet pipe of the drainage field at the top level of the septic tank.

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Question 2:

Name FIVE components of a waste-water system.

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Question 3:

Name THREE factors that can kill micro-organisms in the septic tank system.

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SCENARIO: - Choose a word/ term from that matches a description given.
Marks: 5
Question 1:

Ditches are dug at regular intervals to a suitable depth to remove free water from waterlogged soil

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Question 2:

The bottom of the trench is loosely packed with large stones, covered with smaller stones and finally with soil

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Question 3:

The waste-water management system that uses biological principles to break down the waste

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Question 4:

The lateral drain runs into the main drain at an angle of about 45°

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Question 5:

The opening of the drain should be covered with this

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