Construction and Design for Year 3: Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which material would be the best choice for the base of a model house that needs to be strong?

Accepted Answer

Wood

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Cardboard

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Paper

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Styrofoam

Question 2

What is the first step in designing a 3D structure?

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Sketching out ideas

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Gathering materials

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Constructing the structure

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Evaluating the structure

Question 3

What is the purpose of using a gusset in a 3D structure?

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To strengthen a joint

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To connect two different materials

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To add decoration

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To make the structure lighter

Question 4

Which of these tools is used to cut cardboard accurately?

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Craft knife

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Scissors

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Saw

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Drill

Question 5

What is the importance of using a template when constructing a 3D structure?

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To ensure accuracy and save time

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To make the structure look neat and reduce waste

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To ensure accuracy

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To save time

Question 6

What is the difference between a butt joint and a mitre joint?

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A butt joint is when two pieces of wood meet at a right angle and a mitre joint is when two pieces of wood meet at a 45-degree angle

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A mitre joint is stronger than a butt joint

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They are both equally strong

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A butt joint is more visible than a mitre joint

Question 7

Which type of wood is commonly used for making models and structures?

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Pine

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Oak

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Mahogany

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Teak

Question 8

Which of the following materials is NOT suitable for constructing a 3D structure?

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Fabric

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Cardboard

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Paper

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Wood

Question 9

What is the very first step in designing a 3D structure?

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Sketching a drawing

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Gathering materials

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Building the structure

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Decorating the structure

Question 10

What is the purpose of a gusset in a 3D structure?

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To make the joint stronger

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To decorate the structure

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To hold the structure together

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To make the structure taller

Question 11

Which of these is NOT a factor to consider when designing a 3D structure?

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The color of the materials

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The purpose of the structure

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The materials that are available

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How strong and stable the structure will be

Question 12

Which material is most easily bent and shaped?

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Paper

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Cardboard

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Wood

Question 13

Why do we use a template when making a 3D structure?

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To make sure it is the correct shape and size

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To make the structure look better

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To make it easier to build

Question 14

Which tool is the safest and best to use for cutting cardboard?

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Scissors

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Craft knife

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Saw

Question 15

Which shape is most steady and strong when used as the base of a 3D structure?

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Triangle

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Square

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Circle

Question 16

What is the word for changing a flat piece of material into a 3D shape?

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Folding

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Modelling

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Construction

Question 17

When designing a 3D structure, what is the most important thing to think about?

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How well it will work

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How it will look

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How long it will last

Question 18

When we are judging a 3D structure, what is the most important thing to consider?

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How well it does its job

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How pretty it is

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How long it will last

Question 19

Which everyday material can be used to build a sturdy 3D structure?

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Corrugated cardboard

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Thin paper

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Soft fabric

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Lightweight wood

Question 20

When designing a 3D structure, what should you do first?

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Think of ideas and draw a plan

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Gather all the materials you need

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Start building the structure right away

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Decorate the structure with colorful paint

Question 21

What is a prototype used for in design?

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To try out different ideas and designs

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To make the final product

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To show the teacher your work

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To save time and effort

Question 22

Why is it important to think about how the parts of a structure fit together?

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To make sure the structure will stand up

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To make the structure look nice

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To use less materials

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To make the structure easy to put together

Question 23

In a drawing of a building, what does a plan show?

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A view from above, like looking down on the building

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A view from the side, like looking at the building from the street

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Both a view from above and a view from the side

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Neither a view from above nor a view from the side

Question 24

What is the first step in designing a 3D structure?

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Sketching a plan

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Gathering materials

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Building a model

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Testing the design

Question 25

What is the main purpose of creating a prototype in the design process?

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To test the design and make improvements

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To build the final product

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To gather necessary materials

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To present the design idea

Question 26

What is the key difference between a 2D and a 3D shape?

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2D shapes are flat, while 3D shapes have height, width, and depth.

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2D shapes are drawn on paper, while 3D shapes are built with materials.

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2D shapes are temporary, while 3D shapes are permanent.

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2D shapes are used for drawing, while 3D shapes are used for building.

Question 27

Why is spatial awareness important in designing a structure?

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It helps visualize how the structure will fit in its surroundings

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It helps determine the layout of the structure

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It helps select the most suitable materials for the structure

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It helps test the stability of the structure

Question 28

What is the primary function of a base in a structure?

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To provide stability and support the structure's weight

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To connect different parts of the structure

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To enhance the aesthetic appeal of the structure

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To make the structure easier to build

Question 29

When designing a 3D structure, what is the most important thing to think about?

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How sturdy it is

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How it looks

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How much it costs

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How easy it is to build

Question 30

Before you start building something, what's the first thing you should do?

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Make a plan

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Get your materials

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Pick a design

Question 31

When making a 3D model out of wood, which tool would be best for cutting and shaping it?

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Saw

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Scissors

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Hammer

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Ruler

Question 32

What's the point of making a prototype in construction and design?

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To try out your design ideas and improve them

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To make the final product you want

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To show off your project

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To use as a teaching tool

Question 33

Why is it important to test your construction before finalizing your design?

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To identify and correct any errors in your design.

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To enhance the appearance of your construction.

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To complete your project more quickly.

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To demonstrate your intelligence to your teacher.

Question 34

When designing a structure, what three key factors must we consider to ensure it remains stable?

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Strength, balance, and rigidity

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Size, color, and weight

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Cost, durability, and appearance

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Shape, height, and materials

Question 35

Which joint would make a wooden tower strong and sturdy?

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Tongue and groove joint

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Mitre joint

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Butt joint

Question 36

Which of these materials is the strongest for building a structure?

Accepted Answer

Wood

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Paper

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Fabric

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Cardboard

Question 37

What shape is the strongest and most stable for a structure?

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Triangle

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Rectangle

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Circle

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Square

Question 38

When designing a structure, which of these things is the most important to think about?

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Its purpose

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Its size

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Its shape

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Its color

Question 39

What is the best way to join two pieces of cardboard securely?

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Tape and glue

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Tacks

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String

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Paper clips

Question 40

Which tool is best for cutting cardboard precisely?

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Craft knife

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Scissors

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Ruler

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Pencil

Question 41

What is a truss used for in building?

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To provide support and strength

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To add decoration

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To stop a structure moving

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To make a surface flat

Question 42

When you design a structure that will be kept outside, which of these things do you NOT need to think about?

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its color

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the materials

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its strength

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the weather

Question 43

What do you use a prototype for in the design process?

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To try out ideas and make improvements

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To get ideas about materials

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To show others your design

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To make the final product

Question 44

Which important skill do you develop when doing construction and design?

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Solving problems

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Reading

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Writing

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Drawing

Question 45

Why is it important to measure carefully when building a structure?

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To make it strong and accurate

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To save time

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To impress others

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To make it look nice