Feasibility means the possibility of doing something. (How easy or difficult it will be to complete a certain task)
100
Name 2 types of danger in the work place
1 confined spaces - asphyxiation
2 exposure to toxic/corrosive/ irritant materials
3 flammable materials around naked flames/sparks
100
What is the difference between an ‘exact’ number and an ‘approximate’ number?
exact - the real number, usually taken using a measure.
approximate - based on estimation
100
What is the difference in meaning between 'performance' and 'suitability'
'performance' is how well a product/design does a certain job.
'suitability' is how matched it is with a particular situation
200
How do we form comparative adjectives?
Short adjectives (1 syllable) add the letters ‘er’ to form the comparative phrase e.g. cheaper, slower, faster
this also applies to adjectives ending in ‘y’ – however the y changes to ‘i’ e.g. easier, happier.
Long adjectives add the word ‘more’ or ‘less’ before the adjective to form the comparative phrase e.g. more expensive, less reliable
200
Give possible precautions against two of the following workplace dangers
1. Asphyxiation in confined spaces
2. Exposure to chemicals
3. Flammable materials
1 - Co2 detector, oxygen mask, ventilation
2 - Wearing PPE e.g. gloves/goggles
3. Don't store flammable materials close to naked flames/sparks
200
Give 3 estimation phrases for the following situations
1. To give an approximation
2. To say 'more than'
3. To say 'less than'
1. around/about/roughly
somewhere in the region of…
….off the top of my head/as a ballpark figure
2. Al least /a good… (small difference)
Well over… (big difference)
3. Almost/pretty much (small difference)
Nowhere near (big difference)
200
Name 3 adjectives that are used to describe performance and suitability. Give meanings.
1. appropriate/suitable = right for a particular situation
2. consistent/reliable = always works in the same way, doesn't break down
3. cost effective/economical = saves/doesn't waste resources
4. Effective = works well
5. Efficient = works quickly and well
6. sufficient/adequate = enough to complete the intended task
300
Give 3 phrases to describe something that is feasible but challenging. Give an example sentence for each.
it'll be quite a painstaking job, it's achievable but it;s pushing it, it's borderline, it's a tall order.
(sentences may vary)
300
Which phrases add strong and weak emphasis?
strong - every single time/at all times, under no circumstances, it is essential/vital/crucial
weak - it is preferable/advisable
300
Explain the difference between 'cause' and 'effect'
Give an example
cause is the reason for a problem/situation
effect is the result of a problem/situation
Examples may vary
300
Which adjectives form the negative using 'in'
Which adjectives for the negative using 'un'
Give 3 examples for each prefix.
in = inadequate, inefficient, insufficient, inappropriate, inconsistent,
un = unsuitable, unreliable, uneconomical
400
Give 3 sentences to describe something that is completely unfeasible. Give an example sentence for each.
There's no way that you can do it, it'll take forever, it'll cost an arm and a leg
400
Name the different types of safety sign and what they are used for.
hazard - will result in death e.g. power cables
warning - will result in serious injury e.g. chemicals
caution - will result in minor injury e.g. trip and fall
notice - shows safety rules e.g. which PPE to wear
safety - shows safety procedures e.g. emergency exit
400
Give a cause/effect sentence for the following two actions:
The driver braked excessively. The rubber of the tyres is worn out.
The driver braking excessively resulted in the rubber of the tyres wearing out.
OR
The driver braked excessively. Consequently, the rubber of the tyres is worn out.
Give the feasibility of one of the following situations:
Using silver instead of copper in electricity cables.
Painting car parts by hand rather than using a machine
Checking and redesigning every product in a factory
Answers may vary
500
Re-write one of the following spoken instructions as formal, written instructions.
1. " You should wear safety goggles when you're dealing with chemicals"
2. " Switch off the machine before you clean it"
3. " Don't enter the hangar without your teacher's permission"
1. Safety goggles should be worn when dealing with chemicals.
2. The machine should be switched off before cleaning.
3. The hangar should not be entered without permission.
500
Make an effect/cause sentence showing the relationship between the following two actions.
The engine cut out. The engine overheated.
The engine cut out because of overheating.
The engine cut out as a result of overheating.
The engine cut out due to overheating.
The engine cut out owing to overheating.
500
How suitable are wind turbines as a source of energy in the UAE? Why?
What other form of energy could be used?