| [ |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q1ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Gardening tools are often made from materials such as aluminium, hardwood, thermosetting plastic, and metal alloys. Use a tick (✓) to show if each of the following statements is true or false: (1) Aluminium is a non-ferrous metal. (2) Hardwood trees are usually evergreen. (3) A thermosetting plastic will soften when heated. (4) An alloy is made from more than one metal.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of an array of gardening tools (rake, secateurs/pruners, fork, etc.). Below is a four-row table with columns 'Statement', 'True', 'False' for the four statements to be ticked.", |
| "topic": "Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Aluminium is a non-ferrous metal = True; Hardwood trees are usually evergreen = False; A thermosetting plastic will soften when heated = False; An alloy is made from more than one metal = True. (1 mark each correct tick, 4 marks total.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q1aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Greenhouses use a range of automated systems. Outline two automated systems which could be used in a greenhouse.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a greenhouse interior with rows of growing plants and overhead/irrigation infrastructure. Two answer boxes provided (1 and 2).", |
| "topic": "Automation & Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two of: Automatic watering / automatic feeding (nutrients); Temperature control (open / close vents); Humidity control (vents, pH levels, CO2 levels, light levels). 1 mark each.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q1aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "An image of a pepper-picking robot is shown. Identify two problems which the robot must overcome in order to pick the peppers successfully.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of an automated pepper-picking robot in a greenhouse, a yellow-framed machine with a gripper/collection mechanism among pepper plants. Two answer boxes provided.", |
| "topic": "Robotics & Automation", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two of: Correctly identify ripe peppers (not damage peppers); Correctly position snips / cutter to cut pepper; Identify when collection basket is full; Catch cut fruit and put it in the basket (avoid bruising); Remain on track between plants. 1 mark each.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q1bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A student's design for a working model of a motorised gardening cart is shown. Name a suitable plastic from which to vacuum form the tub.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of a green motorised garden cart (labelled 'Motorised garden cart') showing the tub, two large yellow wheels and a castor wheel bracket. The 'Tub' is indicated.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any suitable thermoplastic for vacuum forming: HIPS, PC, PVMMA, Foamex, etc. 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q1bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Part of the castor wheel bracket is shown. Name a suitable material from which to manufacture the bracket and draw the development of this part.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of a grey sheet-metal castor wheel bracket (a bent/folded bracket holding the castor wheel). Answer box for 'Suitable material' and a large box for 'Development of part'.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Development", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Material: any named metal or plastic (1 mark). Development of part: outline, holes, bend lines — 3 x 1 mark. (Marks split: 1 for material + 3 for development = 4.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q1c", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "When using the cart, it was found that the tub could not tilt enough to allow the contents to fall out. In the space below, sketch a design change to correct this fault.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Enlarged rendered view of the garden cart's rear/wheel area showing the tub mounting; a box is provided for the student's sketch.", |
| "topic": "Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Effectiveness of design change graded 3/2/1 mark. Acceptable changes: Raise tub on bracket; Raise bracket; Alter shape of tub; Alter shape of base.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q1d", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Describe with the aid of sketches any two of the following manufacturing processes required to manufacture the chassis of the cart from acrylic: Drilling the holes; Cutting out the overall shape; Rounding the corners; Bending the material.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of the green acrylic 'Chassis' (an irregular flat plate with several drilled holes). Two answer boxes labelled 'Process 1' and 'Process 2', each with a blank for the process name.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "For each of the two chosen processes: suitable sketch 1 mark + any valid process step 1 mark (2 marks each, 4 total). Marking points considered: Preparation, Safety precautions, Process steps, Finish.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q1e", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(e)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Four wires are required to complete the circuit below which controls the motor. Draw in the four required wire connections.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered exploded layout showing a gearbox motor (top left), a toggle switch (top centre), a green PCB labelled 'GARDEN CART', and a battery snap (right). Red and black leads partly shown; the student must draw four wire connections between components.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 wires connecting motor to board: 1 mark x 2; 2 wires connecting switch to board: 1 mark x 2. (4 marks total.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q1fi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(f)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A view from underneath the castor wheel assembly is shown. Explain why a castor wheel is necessary for this design of cart.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered underside view of the castor wheel assembly: a green chassis edge, a grey swivelling bracket and a yellow castor wheel mounted to swivel.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Easy to steer; makes it possible to steer, swivel, rotate, turn. 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q1fii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(f)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Name the mechanism shown, which is used to drive the garden cart and give a reason for its selection.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of a worm-and-wheel mechanism: a motor driving a worm (orange helical gear) engaging a worm wheel mounted on a horizontal shaft, housed in a grey block.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Name: Worm (and wheel) — 1 mark. Reason: Compact size, speed reduction, no slippage, high torque, motion through 90 degrees — 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Elevated monorail transport systems are common in modern cities. Suggest two reasons why these transport systems are elevated.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a yellow-and-white elevated monorail train running on a concrete beam guideway above a city street.", |
| "topic": "Transport & Society", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two of: Avoid traffic / faster / more efficient than road-based systems / quicker; Easier to build / does not interfere with road-based traffic. 1 mark each.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Outline two ways in which public transport systems, like monorails, help reduce environmental pollution.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Transport & Environment", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two of: Less energy lost / less fumes produced by monorail compared with road-based traffic; Power to monorail could use 'clean' electricity in place of 'polluting' fossil fuels; Carry large numbers of passengers quickly (minimum delay). 1 mark each.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A working model of an electrically operated, suspended monorail transport system is shown. The system is powered by an on-board electric motor and includes magnetically operated limit switches at the end of each rail. The control system for the monorail uses the digital logic system shown: Slide switch (forward or backward) = logic level 1; Slide switch in centre position = logic level 0; Limit switch open = logic level 1; Limit switch closed = logic level 1. Name the logic gates A, B and C required to make the carriage stop at each end.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered model of a suspended monorail carriage on an overhead rail with limit switches at each end and a slide switch (Forward / Backward / Centre off). A logic circuit block diagram is shown with Limit Switch 1 and Limit Switch 2 feeding Logic Gate A and Logic Gate B, whose outputs feed Logic Gate C driving the carriage motor.", |
| "topic": "Logic & Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Logic Gate A = OR; Logic Gate B = NOT; Logic Gate C = AND. 1 mark each.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Draw the symbol for Logic Gate A and complete the Truth Table for this gate. (Inputs given: Input 1 / Input 2 = 1/1, 1/0, 0/1, 0/0; Output column blank.)", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Answer box for the symbol of Logic Gate A, and a truth table with columns Input 1, Input 2, Output and four input rows: (1,1), (1,0), (0,1), (0,0).", |
| "topic": "Logic & Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Symbol: OR gate (1 mark). Truth table outputs for OR gate: (1,1)->1, (1,0)->1, (0,1)->1, (0,0)->0 (marks for correct outputs). Total 4 marks split between symbol and completed table.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The image shows a 3D printer. Give one advantage and one disadvantage of using a 3D printer in the Applied Technology classroom.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a small desktop 3D printer (enclosed FDM-type printer). Separate answer boxes for 'Advantage' and 'Disadvantage'.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing & Technology", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Advantage (1 mark): possible to make a unique / complex / original part (for projects); parts produced at low cost; less waste; rapid prototyping. Disadvantage (1 mark): slow; can be expensive; size of parts produced limited; automated process (few skills needed).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The wooden columns supporting the rail sit into plastic shoes which have been 3D printed. Explain why 3D printing is a suitable technology to use in the manufacture of this part.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of a grey '3D Printed column shoe' — a tapered/flared socket with a flat flange and bolt holes designed to receive a square wooden column.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing & Technology", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Possible to manufacture this complex shape (in 3D) in the workshop at low cost; exact copies can be made, quicker by this method. 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2ciii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "3D printing is a form of Additive Manufacturing. Explain the meaning of this term.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Manufacturing & Technology", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Layers (strands) of (hot) plastic are laid down on top of (added to) a previous layer (strand) of plastic to build up the required shape, with minimum waste. 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2di", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(d)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "An image of the main components of the monorail supporting structure is shown. Name the primary force acting in each of the components named below: Beam, Column, Cables.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of the monorail support structure: a vertical Column on a baseplate, an angled Beam at the top from which the rail section hangs, and Cables running from the top of the column down to the base supporting the beam. A table with rows Beam / Column / Cables and a 'Force' column to complete.", |
| "topic": "Structures & Forces", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Beam = Bending; Column = Compression; Cables = Tension. 1 mark each.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2dii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(d)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "A portion of the wooden rail on which the carriage is suspended is shown. The web of this rail has a series of holes drilled through it. Give a reason for including these holes in the design of the rail.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of a portion of the wooden I-section rail with a horizontal row of large round holes drilled through the central 'Web'. Labels 'Portion of rail' and 'Web' shown.", |
| "topic": "Structures & Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Reduce weight of rail / reduce material / reduce cost of beam; improve strength-to-weight ratio; reduce sagging, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2ei", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A detailed view of the mechanism used to move the carriage along the overhead rail is shown. Name this mechanism.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered close-up of a rack-and-pinion mechanism driving the carriage: a circular toothed pinion (Part A) engaging a straight toothed rack (Part B) along the rail, driven by a motor in a red housing.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Rack & Pinion. 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2eii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Part A has 18 teeth and the distance between the teeth on Part B is 5 mm. Calculate the distance travelled for one full revolution of Part A.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms & Calculation", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Distance = 18 x 5 mm = 90 mm.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2eiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "If Part A rotates at 10 RPM, calculate the speed at which the carriage moves in millimetres per minute.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms & Calculation", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Speed = 10 x 90 mm = 900 mm/min (i.e. 10 x 18 x 5 = 900 mm/min).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2eiv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "A belt drive is used to transfer motion from the gearbox to the upper mechanism. Give one advantage of using a belt drive instead of a chain and sprocket in this situation.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Lower cost / easy to replace / no lubrication / less weight / less noise / allows for slippage.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2f", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(f)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The Elevation and End View of the carriage are shown. In the space below, sketch an alternative design for the carriage.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Two rendered orthographic views of the existing carriage: 'Elevation' (a long red-framed body with three rounded rectangular window openings) and 'End View' (a roughly square body with one window). Large blank box provided for the alternative design sketch.", |
| "topic": "Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Alternative design graded 3/2/1 mark for quality/effectiveness of the proposed design.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2gi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(g)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Two LEDs are used in the control circuit to indicate that the carriage is in motion. What do the letters LED stand for? (L, E, D.)", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a green LED with two legs. A three-column table headed L, E, D to be completed.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "L = Light; E = Emitting; D = Diode. 1 mark each.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2gii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(g)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "What name is given to the longer leg of an LED?", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Anode (positive leg). 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2giii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(g)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "It is best practice when soldering wires to LEDs to use heat shrink sleeve. Explain why this should be done.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a bundle of multicoloured heat shrink sleeves (tubing), labelled 'Heat Shrink Sleeve'.", |
| "topic": "Electronics & Assembly", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Prevent short circuit (legs of LED touching / leg touching metal body of carriage); tidy up cable. 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2giv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(g)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "When cutting out the wooden beams, the student had a choice between beam 1 or beam 2. State which beam is strongest and explain why.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Two rendered wooden beam shapes (gable/triangular profile pieces). Beam 1 has the 'Direction of grain' arrow running horizontally (along the length). Beam 2 has the 'Direction of grain' arrow running vertically (across the depth). Answer boxes for 'Strongest beam' and 'Explanation'.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Structures", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Strongest beam: Beam 1. Explanation: horizontal grain in Beam 1 is stronger in bending; the short grain in Beam 2 would snap easily.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2hi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(h)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The first passenger-carrying monorail was invented by H.R. Palmer in England in 1824. This monorail was horse-drawn. Outline the first major technological development that made it possible for inventors to power machines without the use of horses.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Two small rendered views of a horse-drawn monorail (a beam-mounted carriage), labelled 'Views of horse-drawn monorail'.", |
| "topic": "History of Technology", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Steam engine / steam power. 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2hii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(h)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Mass production became popular in the late 1920s. Name the person who popularised this method of production.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "History of Technology", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Henry Ford. 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2hiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(h)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "List one benefit of mass production for the consumer and one benefit for the producer.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Manufacturing & Society", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Consumer: lower cost products / wider range of products / same (consistent) quality. Producer: more units produced / increased productivity / consistent quality product / higher profits / lower unit cost. (Marks split between consumer and producer.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q2hiv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(h)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Outline one benefit of the use of industrial robots in the production of cars.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of an automated car production line with multiple orange industrial robot arms working on car bodies.", |
| "topic": "Robotics & Manufacturing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any one of: Faster car production; consistently high quality; less manpower required; reduced accidents; 24 hour working; robots work in more extreme conditions.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q3ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Air conditioning is necessary in hot countries but requires expensive electrical energy to operate. For this reason many people are installing solar-powered air conditioning systems that make use of photovoltaic cells (PVs) on the roof of their homes. State the energy conversion associated with photovoltaic cells. (From ____ To ____.)", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Line illustration of a house with the sun shining on roof-mounted solar/PV panels and an air-conditioning unit. Answer has two blanks: 'From' and 'To'.", |
| "topic": "Energy", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "From Light To Electricity.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q3aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "The photovoltaic panel shown is designed to tilt and turn automatically. Give one reason why it is designed to do this.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a ground-mounted photovoltaic solar panel array on a tilt/tracking frame in a field.", |
| "topic": "Energy", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Follow the sun (as it changes position in the sky over the course of the day); points directly at the sun for more efficient solar conversion.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q3aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "The novelty air-cooled hat shown uses a PV cell to drive a DC motor with attached fan blades. DC motors are polarised. Explain the term polarised and give a reason why this must be considered when attaching the fan blade to the motor.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a novelty sun hat fitted with a small DC motor and red fan blades, plus an inset image of the 'DC Motor'. Answer boxes for 'Polarised' and 'Reason'.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Polarised: Depending on how the motor is connected to a power source, the motor turns clockwise or anticlockwise. Reason: The fan will either draw cold air into the hat or draw warm air out of the hat (direction matters).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q3bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The image shows a student design for a study desk cooling fan with tilt and turn features. The fan activates automatically at a set temperature. Name the temperature sensing component shown.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of a desk-mounted oscillating fan mechanism on a circular base, with a labelled 'Temperature sensor' component (a small bead/probe sensor) to the side.", |
| "topic": "Sensors & Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Thermistor. 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q3bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Name two other devices which use temperature sensors as part of their control system.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Sensors & Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two of: Device 1 — Fridge, Oven, Fire alarm; Device 2 — Central heating system, Greenhouse, Digital thermometer. 1 mark each.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q3biii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The fan turns from side to side when in use. The linkage mechanism for the fan is shown. Name the type of motion produced by this linkage mechanism.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of the fan base mechanism showing a crank/linkage driving a pivoting fan mount; labels 'Motion', 'Linkage' and 'Pivots' indicate the side-to-side movement.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Oscillating. 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q3biv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Name two other devices that use this type of motion (oscillating).", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two of: Device 1 — Car window wiper, Swing, Metronome; Device 2 — Grandfather clock. 1 mark each.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q3ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The circular top panel of the housing is to be cut out using a scroll saw. List two specific safety precautions that should be observed when using a scroll saw.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a benchtop scroll saw, and a rendered image of the circular green 'Top Panel' fitted to a cylindrical wooden housing. Two answer boxes for the precautions.", |
| "topic": "Workshop Safety", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two of: Safety glasses; no loose cloths / hair / keep hands safe; ear protection; safe work area around saw. 1 mark each.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q3cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Name one other tool which could be used to cut out the top panel.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Tools & Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Coping / Fret / Piercing / Jig / Band saw, laser, CNC, router. 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q3ciii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The elevation and plan of the linkage (connecting-rod) are shown. Make a 3D sketch of this part in the space provided (include shading as appropriate).", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Two orthographic views of a connecting-rod: 'Elevation' (a thin flat bar) and 'Plan' (a flat link with a circular boss/eye at each end). Blank box for the 3D sketch.", |
| "topic": "Graphics & Sketching", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "3D sketch of the connecting-rod graded 3/2/1 mark (quality of pictorial representation and shading).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q3di", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(d)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Complete the table below by naming the components of the circuit labelled A, B, C and D.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered exploded view of the fan circuit components on a green PCB: A = battery snap/clip (with leads), B = a small toggle/slide switch, C = a DC motor (red/silver), D = an LED in a holder, plus an X-labelled component (potentiometer). Table with rows A, B, C, D and a 'Name' column to complete.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "A = Battery snap / clip; B = Switch; C = Motor / Gearbox; D = LED / holder. 1 mark each.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q3dii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(d)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Name, and sketch the electronic symbol for, the component labelled X in the image above.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Refers to component X in the fan-circuit image (a rotary potentiometer with a knob/dial). Answer table with 'Name' and 'Symbol' columns.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Name: Variable resistor (potentiometer). Symbol: a resistor rectangle with a diagonal arrow drawn through it. (Marks split between name and symbol.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-EV-q3diii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(d)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Explain why the wires are looped through the PCB as shown.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of the PCB with the battery snap leads (red and black) threaded/looped through holes in the board, with a magnified inset highlighting the looped wires acting as strain relief.", |
| "topic": "Electronics & Assembly", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Prevent battery snap from being accidentally removed from board; ensure battery snap is secured to the PCB (strain relief).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q1ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Is minic a dhéantar uirlísí garraíodóireachta as ábhair mar alúmanam, crua-adhmaid, plaisteach teirmitheáchtach agus cómhcótail. Cuir in iúl le tic (✓) cé acu atá gach ceann de na ráitis seo a leanas Fíor nó Bréagach: (1) Is miotal neamhfheiriúil é alúmanam; (2) De ghnáth is siorghlas iad na crainn chrua-adhmaid; (3) Bogfaidh plaisteach teirmitheáchtach nuair a théitear é; (4) Déantar cómhcótail as níos mó ná métall amháin.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photographs of garden hand tools (rake, garden fork, spade, hoe, shears) shown beside a true/false table with columns Ráiteas (Statement), Fíor (True), Bréagach (False) for four statements about aluminium, hardwood trees, thermoplastic and composites.", |
| "topic": "Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Is miotal neamhfheiriúil é alúmanam = Fíor (True); De ghnáth is siorghlas iad na crainn chrua-adhmaid = Bréagach (False); Bogfaidh plaisteach teirmitheáchtach nuair a théitear é = Fíor (True); Déantar cómhcótail as níos mó ná métall amháin = Bréagach (False).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q1aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Úsáideann tithe gloine raon de chóras uathoibrithe. Tabhair breac-chuntas ar dhá chóras uathoibrithe a d'fhéadfaí a úsáid i dteach gloine.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a greenhouse/polytunnel interior with rows of growing crops, illustrating automated growing systems.", |
| "topic": "Control & Automation", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two automated greenhouse systems, e.g. automatic watering/irrigation, automatic nutrient feeding, automatic temperature control (vents), automatic pH-level control, CO₂-level control, light-level control.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q1aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar íomhá de róbat a phiocann piobair. Luaigh dhá fhadhb nach mór don róbat an láimh in uachtar a fháil orthu chun na piobair a phiocadh go rathúil.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of an agricultural robot harvesting peppers from plants in a greenhouse, used to prompt challenges the robot must overcome.", |
| "topic": "Robotics & Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two challenges, e.g. correctly identifying/recognising the ripe peppers, cutting the pepper from the plant without damaging it, recognising/navigating the path or obstacles between plants, picking up and directing the harvested pepper to the collection point.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q1bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar dearadh mic léinn le haghaidh mionsamhail oibre de chairtín innealta garraíodóireachta. Ainmnigh plaisteach oiriúnach as a ndéanfaí an tóbán a fhoirmiú (a fholúsmhúnlú).", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered 3D image of a student's working model of a motorised garden cart, with the hopper (Tóbán), rotating bracket (Brac rothlán) and part of the bracket (Cuid den bhrac rothlán) labelled.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "A suitable thermoplastic for vacuum forming, e.g. HIPS, PC, PMMA, Foamex.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q1bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar cuid den bhrac rothlán. Ainmnigh ábhar oiriúnach as a ndéanfaí an brac a mhonarú agus tarraing forbairt na páirte sin.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D rendered view of part of the rotating bracket (Cuid den bhrac rothlán) — a bent sheet component with mounting holes; the student must name a material and draw its flat development (net).", |
| "topic": "Materials & Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Suitable material: metal or thin plastic. Development of the part: a flat net showing the outline, hole positions and fold lines (Imlíne, poill, línte fillte).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q1c", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Nuair a úsáideadh an cairtín, fuarthas amach nach gclaonfadh an tóbán sa chaoi go bhféadfadh a raibh ann téim amach as. Sa spás thíos, déan sceitse d'athrú ar an dearadh chun an locht sin a cheartú.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Enlarged detail (Clé méadaithe) of the garden cart's hopper-and-bracket mechanism with a red double-arrow indicating the intended tilt/tipping motion that currently does not work.", |
| "topic": "Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Effectiveness of the design modification graded 3/2/1 marks. Accepted ideas: raise the hopper on the bracket, raise the bracket, change the shape of the hopper, or change the shape of the base — so the hopper can tilt and empty.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q1d", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Agus sceitsí mar chabhair agat, déan cur síos ar dhá cheann ar bith de na próisis mhonaithe seo a leanas is gá chun fonnadh an chairtín a mhonarú as aicríleach: Na poill a dhruileáil; An cruth foriomlán a ghearradh amach; Na cúinní a mhaolú; An t-ábhar a lúbadh.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of the acrylic cart chassis/body labelled 'Fonnadh' — a flat green shaped acrylic part with several drilled holes and rounded corners. Two answer boxes (Próiseas 1, Próiseas 2).", |
| "topic": "Materials & Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "For each of two chosen processes: suitable sketch 1 mark + any valid process description 1 mark (total 2 marks each). Marking points: dimensioning/marking out, safety precautions, sequence of steps, finishing.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q1e", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(e)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Is gá ceithre shreang chun an ciorcad thíos a rialaíonn an mótar a chríochnú. Tarraing na ceithre nasc sreinge is gá.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Layout of the cart's electrical components to be wired together on a 'GARDEN CART' PCB: motor gearbox (Giarbhosca mótair), toggle switch (Lasc scoránaithe) and battery holder (Smeachán bataire). Four connecting wires must be drawn.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 wires connecting the motor to the board (1 mark each) and 2 wires connecting the switch to the board (1 mark each) = 4 marks total, completing the motor circuit.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q1fi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(f)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar amharc ón taobh thíos den chóimeáil roithlín. Mínigh cén fáth go bhfuil roithlín ag teastáil le haghaidh an dearadh seo de chairtín.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Side view of the caster/swivel wheel assembly (Cóimeáil roithlín): a yellow wheel mounted in a metal swivel bracket attached to the cart body.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Easy to steer; the caster allows steering, turning, rotating and swivelling of the cart.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q1fii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(f)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh an mheicníocht a thaispeántar, a úsáidtear chun an cairtín garraíodóireachta a chur ag gluiseacht, agus luaigh cúis lena roghnaíodh é.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of a worm gear mechanism: an orange worm gear meshing with a worm wheel on a horizontal shaft, mounted in a metal frame/housing.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Name: Worm (and wheel) gear — 'Péist (& roth)' (1 mark). Reason (2 marks): compact, large speed reduction, no slipping, high torque, transmits motion through 90 degrees.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Tá córais iompair traenach aonráille ardaithe coitianta i gcathracha nua-aimseartha. Mol dhá chúis a bhfuil na córais iompair seo ardaithe.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of an elevated yellow-and-white monorail passenger train running on a raised single-rail track above a city street with cars below.", |
| "topic": "Transport & Society", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two reasons: avoids road traffic / faster / more efficient than road systems; easier to build / does not interfere with road traffic.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Tabhair breac-chuntas ar dhá bhealach ina gcabhraíonn córais iompair phoiblí, amhail traenacha aonráille, chun truailliú timpeallachta a laghdú.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Environment & Society", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two ways, e.g.: less energy is wasted / monorails reduce road traffic; the monorail can be powered by 'clean' electricity instead of fossil fuels (which cause pollution); large numbers of passengers transported quickly with minimal delay.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar mionsamhail oibre de chóras crochta iompair traenach aonráille a oibrítear le leictreachas. Cumhachtaíonn mótar leictreach ar bord an córas agus cuimsíonn sé lasca theorann a oibrítear go maighnéadach ag deireadh gach ráille. Úsáideann an córas rialaithe don traein aonráille an córas loighce digiteach: an lasc shleamhnán (ar aghaidh nó ar gcúl) = léibhéal loighce 1; an lasc sleamhnán suite san lár = léibhéal loighce 0; an lasc theorann gníomhach = léibhéal loighce 1; an lasc theorann dúnta = léibhéal loighce 1. Ainmnigh na geataí loighce A, B agus C thíos chun an córas a rialú agus chun an traein a chosaint a stopadh ag gach fóirceann.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Logic-control block diagram for the suspended monorail: two limit-gate inputs (Geata Theorann 1, Geata Theorann 2) and a slide-switch input (Ioschur lasca sleamhnáin) feed logic gates A, B and C to form the control system (Córas Rialaithe) driving the motor. Also a labelled model showing the rail (Ráille), sliding switch (Lasc sleamhnán) with forward/reverse/centre positions, and limit switch (Lasc theorann).", |
| "topic": "Digital Logic & Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Gate A = OR; Gate B = NOT; Gate C = AND (1 mark each).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Tarraing an tsiombail do Gheata Loighce A agus críochnaigh an Tábla Fírinne don gheata seo. (Colúin: Ionchur 1, Ionchur 2, Aschur; rónna: 1/1, 1/0, 0/1, 0/0.)", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "A truth-table grid with columns Ionchur 1 (Input 1), Ionchur 2 (Input 2) and Aschur (Output) and four input rows (1,1 / 1,0 / 0,1 / 0,0), plus a box to draw the gate symbol for Gate A (an OR gate).", |
| "topic": "Digital Logic", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Symbol for Gate A = OR-gate symbol. Truth table (OR): 1,1→1; 1,0→1; 0,1→1; 0,0→0.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar íomhá de phrintéir 3T. Luaigh buntáiste amháin agus míbhuntáiste amháin a bhaineann le húsáid printéir 3T sa seomra ranga Teicneolaíocht Fheidhmeach.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a small desktop FDM 3D printer.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Advantage: can make unique/complex/unusual parts (for projects), produce parts at low cost, less waste, rapid prototyping. Disadvantage: slow, can be expensive, limit on the size of parts produced, automated process (requires few hands-on skills).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Suíonn na colúin adhmaid a thacaíonn leis an ráille isteach i gceapa plaisteacha a ndearnadh priontáil 3T orthu. Mínigh cén fáth gur teicneolaíocht oiriúnach í an phriontáil 3T le húsáid i monarú na coda seo.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image labelled 'Ceap colúin priontáilte 3T' — a 3D-printed plastic seat/socket with a hexagonal recess into which a wooden support column locates.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "These complex shapes can be manufactured (in 3D) in the workshop at low cost; exact copies can be made, without limit / more of them / faster.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2ciii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Is saghas Monaraithe Bhreiseánaigh í priontáil 3T. Mínigh brí an téarma seo.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Manufacturing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Additive manufacturing: layers of plastic (material) are laid down one on top of the previous layer to build up the required three-dimensional shape.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2di", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(d)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar íomhá de na príomh-chomhbhaill struchtúr tacaíochta na traenach aonráille. Ainmnigh an fórsa príomhúil a ghníomhachtaíonn i ngach ceann de na comhbhaill a ainmnítear thíos: Bíoma, Colún, Cáblaí.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of the monorail support structure with the beam (Bíoma), column/post (Colún) and cables (Cáblaí) labelled — a cantilever-style support holding the rail. Table: component (Comhbhall) vs force (Fórsa).", |
| "topic": "Structures & Forces", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Bíoma (beam) = Lúbadh (bending); Colún (column) = Comhbhrú (compression); Cáblaí (cables) = Teannas (tension).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2dii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(d)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar cuid den ráille adhmaid ar a bhfuil an carráiste crochta. Tá sraith poll ag gréasán an ráille seo agus iad druileáilte tríd. Luaigh cúis a bhfuil na poill seo cuimsithe i ndearadh an ráille.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of part of the wooden I-section rail (Cuid den ráille) with a row of holes drilled through its web (Gréasán).", |
| "topic": "Structures", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "To reduce the weight of the rail, reduce the amount of material used, reduce the cost of the beam; improve the strength-to-weight ratio, reduce sagging.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2ei", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar clé mionsonraithe den mheicníocht a úsáidtear chun an carráiste a bhogadh feadh an ráille leictreach. Ainmnigh an mheicníocht seo.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Detailed rendered view of the drive mechanism that moves the carriage along the rail, with Páirt A and Páirt B labelled — a toothed gear (Páirt A) engaging a toothed rack (Páirt B).", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Rack & Pinion (Raca & Pinniún).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2eii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Tá 18 bhfiacail ag Páirt A agus is é an fad idir na fiacla ar Pháirt B ná 5 mm. Ríomh an fad taistil le haghaidh iomrothlú iomlán amháin de Pháirt A.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms / Calculation", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "18 × 5 mm = 90 mm.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2eiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Má rothlaíonn Páirt A ag 10 ISN, ríomh an luas ag a mbogann an carráiste ina mhilliméadair sa nóiméad.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms / Calculation", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "10 × 90 mm = 900 mm/min (10 rev/min × 90 mm per rev).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2eiv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Úsáidtear críostmaint chun gluaisne a aistriú ón ngarbhosca chuig an meicníocht uachtair. Luaigh buntáiste amháin a bhaineann le críostmaint a úsáid in ionad slabhra agus sprioicéad sa suíomh seo.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "A toothed/timing belt is: lower cost, easy to replace, no lubrication needed, lighter, quieter (allows some slip/give).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2f", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(f)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar Ingearchló agus Taobhchló an charráiste. Sa spás thíos, déan sceitse de dhearadh malartach don charráiste.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Front elevation (Ingearchló) and side elevation (Taobhchló) of the red/grey monorail carriage, with window openings and mounting points, shown as reference for designing an alternative carriage.", |
| "topic": "Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Alternative design (Dearadh Eile) sketch graded 3/2/1 marks on quality/appropriateness.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2gi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(g)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Úsáidtear dhá LED sa chiorcad rialtáin lena chur in iúl go bhfuil an carráiste ag gluaiseacht. Cad a chuireann na litreacha LED in iúl (i mBéarla)?", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a green 5 mm LED with two legs.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "L = Light, E = Emitting, D = Diode.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2gii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(g)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Cén t-ainm a thugtar ar an gcos is faide ag LED?", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Anode (the positive leg) — Anóid (Cos dhearfach).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2giii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(g)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Is den dea-chleachtas é agus sreanga á sádráil le LEDanna muinchille theas-inchraptha a úsáid. Mínigh cén fáth go mba chóir é sin a dhéanamh.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of coloured heat-shrink sleeving/tubing (Muinchillí Teas-inchraptha) used to insulate soldered joints.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "To prevent short-circuiting (stop the LED legs touching each other / leg touching leg / contact with the metal of the carriage) and to tidy/insulate the wiring.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2giv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(g)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Agus na bíomaí adhmaid á ngearradh amach, bhí rogha ag an mac léinn idir bíoma 1 nó bíoma 2. Luaigh cé acu de na bíomaí is láidre agus mínigh cén fáth.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Two wooden beam profiles. Bíoma 1 has its grain direction (Treo an tsnáithe) running horizontally along the length of the beam; Bíoma 2 has its grain running vertically (across the depth). Both are the same shaped profile.", |
| "topic": "Materials / Structures", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Stronger beam: Beam 1. Explanation: in Beam 1 the grain runs horizontally along the length, making it stronger and more resistant to bending; the short grain in Beam 2 would break easily.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2hi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(h)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ba é H.R. Palmer a d'aireag an chéad traein aonráille a d'iompair paisinéirí i Sasana in 1824. Capall a tharraing an traein aonráille sin. Tabhair breac-chuntas ar an gcéad fhorbairt mhór teicneolaíochta a chuir ar chumas aireagóirí meaisíní a chumhachtú gan capall a úsáid.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Historical illustrations labelled 'Clóanna de thraein aonráille chapaill' (images of a horse-drawn monorail) from 1824.", |
| "topic": "History of Technology", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Steam power / the steam engine (Cumhacht / inneall gaile).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2hii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(h)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ba go déanach sna 1920eanna a tháinig móréileamh ar an olltáirgeadh. Ainmnigh an duine is mó a chuir an modh táirgthe seo chun cinn.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "History of Technology", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Henry Ford.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2hiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(h)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Luaigh buntáiste amháin a bhaineann leis an olltáirgeadh don tomhaltóir agus buntáiste amháin don táirgeoir.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Manufacturing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Consumer (Tomhaltóir): lower/cheaper price to the customer, low cost, wider range of goods, consistent standard. Producer (Táirgeoir): more goods produced / greater productivity / consistent-quality product, higher profit, lower cost per unit.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q2hiv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(h)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Tabhair breac-chuntas ar bhuntáiste amháin a bhaineann le róbait thionsclaíochta a úsáid i dtáirgeadh carranna.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a car-factory production line with multiple orange industrial robot arms welding/assembling car bodies.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing / Robotics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Faster car production, consistently high quality, less manpower needed, cheaper, can run 24 hours a day, robots can work in dangerous/unsuitable conditions.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q3ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Bíonn gá le haerchóiriú i dtíortha teo ach éilíonn sé fuinneamh daor leictreach chun é a oibriú. Ar an ábhar sin, úsáideann mórán daoine córas aerchóirithe ghrianchumhachtaithe a úsáideann an PV (Painéal fhótavoltach) atá á dhíonta ar a gcuid tithe. Luaigh an tiontú fuinnimh a bhaineann le cealla fótavoltacha.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Illustration of a house with photovoltaic solar panels mounted on the roof and the sun shining, for a solar-powered air-conditioning system. Answer requires energy conversion: from (Ó) → to (Go).", |
| "topic": "Energy", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "From SOLAR/LIGHT (Solas) to ELECTRICITY (Leictreachas).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q3aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Dearadh an painéal fótavoltach a thaispeántar chun bheith in ann claonadh agus casadh go huathoibríoch. Luaigh cúis amháin a bhfuil sé deartha chun é sin a dhéanamh.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a ground-mounted photovoltaic solar panel array on a tracking/tilting frame.", |
| "topic": "Energy", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "To track/follow the sun as its position changes in the sky during the day, keeping the panel aligned/directed at the sun for more efficient solar collection / maximum output.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q3aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Úsáideann an hata nuaga aerfhuaraithe a thaispeántar cill PV chun mótar DC le lanna fean ceangailte de a thiomáint. Bíonn mótar DC polaraithe. Mínigh an téarma polaraithe agus luaigh cúis nach mór é sin a chur san áireamh nuair a bhíonn an lann fean á ceangal den mhótar.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a novelty straw sun-hat fitted with a small solar PV cell driving a DC motor (Mótar DC) with attached fan blades.", |
| "topic": "Electronics / Energy", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Polarised: a DC motor has a positive (+) and negative (−) terminal and must be connected a particular way / current must flow in the correct direction. Reason: the polarity determines the direction the motor (and fan) turns, so it must be connected correctly for the fan to draw cool air in / blow air the intended way (reversing polarity reverses fan direction).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q3bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeánann an íomhá dearadh mic léinn le haghaidh fean aerfhuaraithe deisce staidéir le gnéithe claonta agus casta. Gníomhachtaíonn an fean go huathoibríoch ag teocht shocraithe. Ainmnigh an comhbhall braite teochta a thaispeántar.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of a student's tilting/rotating study-desk cooling fan on a circular base, with the temperature-sensing component (Braiteoir teochta) called out separately to the side.", |
| "topic": "Electronics / Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Thermistor (Teirmeastar).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q3bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh dhá ghléas eile a úsáideann braiteoir teochta mar chuid dá gcóras rialaithe.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two, e.g.: cooker/oven, fire alarm, central heating system, greenhouse, digital thermometer.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q3biii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Casann an fean ó thaobh go taobh agus é in úsáid. Taispeántar an mheicníocht nascála le haghaidh an fhean. Ainmnigh an cineál gluaisne a tháirgeann an mheicníocht nascála seo.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of the fan's linkage mechanism with crank/levers, labelled Gluaisne (motion), Nascáil (linkage) and Maighdeoga (cranks), producing the side-to-side fan motion.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Oscillating motion (Ascalúchán).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q3biv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Luaigh dhá ghléas eile a úsáideann an cineál gluaisne seo.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two devices using oscillating motion, e.g.: car windscreen wiper, swing, metronome, pendulum clock.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q3ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Tá painéal uachtarach ciorclach na cásála a ghearradh amach le scrollsábh. Liostaigh dhá réamhchúram shábháilteachta ar leith is cóir a chomhlíonadh agus scrollsábh á úsáid.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a benchtop scroll saw (Scrollsábh) and a rendered image of the circular top panel (Painéal uachtarach) on a cylindrical casing.", |
| "topic": "Workshop Safety", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two specific precautions, e.g.: wear safety glasses, no loose clothing, tie back hair, keep hands safe/clear, ear protection, maintain a safe working area around the saw.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q3cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh uirlís amháin eile a d'fhéadfaí a úsáid chun an painéal uachtarach a ghearradh amach.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Workshop Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Coping saw / bandsaw / fretsaw / jigsaw / belt sander, laser cutter, CNC router, hole saw, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q3ciii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar ingearchló agus bonnchló na nascála (na slaite ceangail). Déan sceitse 3T den pháirt seo sa spás a chuirtear ar fáil (bíodh scáthú san áireamh de réir mar is cuí).", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Orthographic views of the connecting link/rod: front elevation (Ingearchló) shown as a long flat bar with a hole near each end, and plan (Bonnchló) shown as two circles (the end holes). A 3D pictorial sketch with shading is required.", |
| "topic": "Graphics / Sketching", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "3D sketch of the connecting rod graded 3/2/1 marks (a flat bar with rounded ends and a hole at each end, with appropriate shading).", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q3di", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(d)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Críochnaigh an tábla thíos trí na comhbhaill den chiorcad ar a bhfuil na lipéid A, B, C, agus D a ainmniú.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of the fan circuit PCB (Comhbhaill de chiorcad an fhean) with four components labelled A, B, C and D — A a battery clip/holder, B a switch, C a motor/gearbox, D an LED in a holder.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "A = battery clip/holder (Smeachán / Fáscín bataire); B = switch (Lasc); C = motor / gearbox (Mótar / Giarbhosca); D = LED / holder (LED / Coimeádán). 1 mark each.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q3dii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(d)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh, agus déan sceitse den tsiombail leictreonach don chomhbhall ar a bhfuil an lipéad X san íomhá thuas.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Refers to component X on the fan circuit PCB; answer table has columns Ainm (Name) and Siombail (Symbol).", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Name: variable resistor / potentiometer (Friotóir inathraithe). Symbol: a resistor rectangle with an arrow drawn through it (variable-resistor symbol). 1 mark name + 1 mark symbol.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2022-common-level-IV-q3diii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2022, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(d)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Mínigh cén fáth a bhfuil na sreanganna lúptha tríd an PCB mar a thaispeántar.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of the PCB with the supply wires threaded/looped down through holes in the board (strain-relief loop) next to a control knob.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "To stop the battery/supply wire being accidentally pulled off the board (strain relief) and to ensure the wire is secured to the PCB so the joints are not stressed/pulled out.", |
| "source_pdf": "2022 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Lego® is one of the most successful toy manufacturing companies in the world. Name two features of Lego products which make them popular toys.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photographs of Lego products: an orange Lego truck/lorry model and assorted multi-coloured Lego brick pieces, illustrating interlocking plastic building blocks.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Product Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any 2 features at 1 mark each. E.g. easy to connect parts (snap together); encourages creativity; possible to make many models from one kit; educational/develops spatial awareness; durable plastic parts; colourful; strong; lightweight; precise; reusable; etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Lego bricks are made from ABS thermoplastic. Explain the term thermoplastic.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of multi-coloured Lego ABS plastic bricks of various sizes.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Product Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Plastic that can be reshaped (1 mark) by heating / reformed by heat / can be repeatedly heated and reshaped (1 mark). Total 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Many Lego products are manufactured using automated systems. State one advantage of the use of automation in this type of industry.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of an automated factory production line with rows of conveyor systems and machinery producing/handling products.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing & Automation", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "1 Advantage (2 marks): Manufacture of large numbers of same part / same standard (consistency / quality control); safety; reduced production cost / no breaks; faster production; etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1aiv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Lego use a percentage of recycled plastic as raw material. State one reason why this is important.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of clear/white recycled plastic flakes or pellets held in cupped hands.", |
| "topic": "Sustainability", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "1 Reason (2 marks): Environmentally friendly; lowers cost; sustainable; reduces waste / landfill; conserves raw materials; etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "State two advantages of using wood as a raw material for toy making.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a wooden toy dolls' house showing internal rooms and furniture, illustrating wooden toy construction.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Product Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 advantages at 2 marks each. E.g. renewable (sustainable) material; low cost; easy to work; attractive finish; non-toxic; durable; natural; can be customised; etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A student design for a toy articulated truck (tractor and trailer) is shown. The tractor unit is powered using two gearbox motors and has two LEDs for headlights. Name a suitable manufactured board from which to make the front panel.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered design of a toy articulated truck with separate red trailer and red tractor units; the front panel of the tractor is labelled. A separate red 'Front Panel' shape and a square piece of board material are also shown.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Product Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Manufactured board (1 mark): MDF, Plywood, (Chipboard = 0).", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1biii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Using notes and sketches, describe how you would make the front panel from a square piece of your selected material. Name any tools and machines used.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Shows a square piece of board and the red front-panel shape (with curved corners and a small hole), implying the panel must be cut/shaped from the square stock.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Sketch: 1 mark. 2 appropriate tools/machines named: 2 x 1 mark. 1 process described: 1 mark. (All: 2 process 2 marks + 1 sketch mark + 1 mark; total 4 marks.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "In the space opposite sketch a well proportioned elevation of the tractor unit viewed in the direction of the arrow shown below.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered 3D view of the red toy tractor unit with an arrow indicating the viewing direction for the required elevation (side view).", |
| "topic": "Graphics & Communication", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Body of model shown correctly in elevation: 1 mark. 2 wheels shown correctly in given elevation: 1 mark. Parts in proportion: 1 mark. (Total up to 4 marks.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The chassis of the tractor unit was finished with a clear lacquer. Describe the process necessary to prepare the wood before applying the lacquer.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of the smooth wooden chassis (a curved bicycle-saddle-shaped wooden part) of the tractor unit.", |
| "topic": "Finishing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Answer: 2 valid processes at 2 x 1 mark. E.g. sanding (paper / block / sander); dust removal; white spirit; (steel wool / file = 0).", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1ciii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The lacquer is to be applied using an aerosol spray can. Explain why a spray booth should be used when carrying out this process. Name one other precaution which should be taken for this process.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Illustration of a spray booth (extraction booth) with an aerosol spray can being used inside it.", |
| "topic": "Health & Safety", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Reason for using a spray booth (2 marks): safety issues - fumes removed safely; contain spray paint to local area; etc. One other precaution (2 marks): wear mask; no flames; turn on extractor; etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1di", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A view of one of the LED truck headlights is shown. What do the letters LED stand for? L____ E____ D____", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a clear/transparent through-hole LED with two leads (legs).", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "L = Light (1 mark); E = Emitting (1 mark); D = Diode (1 mark). Total 3 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1dii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Place a tick (✓) in the appropriate box to indicate which leg of the LED is the anode (positive leg). [Options: Short Leg / Long Leg]", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a green LED with two leads; the exam provides a table with columns 'Short Leg' and 'Long Leg' and a row labelled 'Anode' for ticking.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Tick placed in 'Long Leg' column for the Anode (1 mark).", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1diii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Explain why it is best practice to use an LED clip when inserting an LED into the front panel of the truck.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a black plastic LED clip/holder used to mount an LED to a panel.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Explain 2 marks: prevent damage to LED; aesthetics; hold LED in place; looks good; prevent 'short' on metallic surface; etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1div", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The underside of the tractor unit is shown. Two gearbox motors, each with a gear ratio of 100:1, power the tractor unit. Explain what is meant by a gear ratio of 100:1.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered underside of the wooden tractor unit showing the gearbox motors and drive arrangement mounted to the chassis.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Answer 2 marks: 100 turns of motor = 1 turn of axle / wheel turns 100 times slower. VR (1:100) or 1/100.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1dv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(v)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Explain why DC motors, without gearboxes, would not be suitable to power the truck.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Explain 2 marks: wheels turn too fast / insufficient torque; vehicle will not move; control difficult; etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1ei", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(e)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A brass hexagonal coupling is used to connect the gearbox shaft to the wheel. Explain why a hexagonal profile is used for this purpose.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photographs of a brass hexagonal coupling and a wheel drive assembly (motor + wheel) for the truck; the hexagonal coupling links the motor shaft to the wheel.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Explain 2 marks: enhanced grip on wheel/hub; no slippage; easy to remove wheel; positive drive; etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1eii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(e)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A plastic disc is used where the tractor and trailer units are connected. Give one reason for using this plastic disc.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of the red toy go-kart/tractor with a circular 'Plastic Disc' highlighted at the articulation point between tractor and trailer.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Product Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "1 Reason 2 marks: reduce friction between trailer/tractor; allow trailer to move independently; prevent wear on wood; etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1eiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(e)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Wheels of commercial trucks use pneumatic tyres. Explain the term pneumatic and give one advantage of using pneumatic tyres.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photographs of a large commercial pneumatic truck tyre and a delivery truck (lorry) fitted with pneumatic tyres.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Pneumatic 2 marks: air filled / inflated / powered / compressed air. Advantage 2 marks: air filled tyres allow smoother driving; better traction with surface; lighter than solid tyre; etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q1eiv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(e)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "State one reason why trucks have a large number of wheels.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "1 Reason 2 marks: distribute the load over large area & less pressure on road; grip; etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q2ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Modern movie production uses a wide variety of technologies in producing and distributing the film. Describe two ways in which digital technologies are used in the movie industry.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a movie film set with camera operators, lighting rigs and crew filming a scene.", |
| "topic": "Digital Technology", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 x Describe at 2 marks each: digital capture (cameras); digital manipulation of image (green screen), special effects, CGI; movie released as digital image (mp4/AVI/DVD/on-line streaming); any valid digital output medium.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q2aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Camera dollies are used in movie production to provide a smooth movement over an uneven surface. Suggest one design feature of a camera dolly which makes this possible.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photographs of a camera mounted on a camera dolly that runs along a straight track/rail system on the floor.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "1 x Design feature 2 marks: legs adjustable to make track level; slow motorised movement; wheels on rails; 'Gimbal' to stabilise camera; rubber bearings; etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q2aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The image shows a ceiling mounted dolly. The track is a triangulated truss type structure. Why is the truss triangulated?", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of an overhead truss-type ceiling-mounted camera dolly system with triangulated metal framework.", |
| "topic": "Structures", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Answer 2 marks: triangles allow maximum strength for minimum weight / structure; stronger; will not distort, rigid; etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q2bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A camera dolly for a smart phone is shown. A phone is secured by the clamp on the slider. Using a DPDT switch and lead screw mechanism the slider can be moved to the left or right while the phone is recording. Name a suitable hardwood for the wooden parts of the dolly and state one property of your chosen hardwood.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered smart-phone camera dolly: a wooden base with a slider, lead screw, rod, clamp, gearbox and mechanism housing, and a DPDT slide switch labelled.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Product Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Hardwood named (2 marks) + appropriate property (2 marks). E.g. oak/beech/mahogany + strong/durable/attractive grain/hard.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q2bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "In the space below, explain using notes and sketches, how the plastic base of the gearbox housing could be attached to the two wooden sides.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of the green plastic base of the gearbox housing fitting between two wooden side pieces.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Sketch: 2 marks. 1 appropriate method of attachment: 1 mark. E.g. drill & screw, drill & nail, glue, bracket (nail only = 0).", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q2biii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The cover of the motor housing is classed as a shell structure. List two other examples of a shell structure in everyday use.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of a curved dome/tunnel-shaped shell cover for the motor housing.", |
| "topic": "Structures", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 example 2 marks (1 each): egg carton, helmet, basin, bowl, bucket, plastic bottle, tin can, vehicle (car, train, boat, plane) body, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q2ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The dolly movement is produced by a gearbox motor which drives the mechanism shown. Name this mechanism.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered detail of the gearbox motor driving a worm gear meshing with a 15-tooth gear (worm-and-wheel mechanism).", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Name 2 marks: Worm (worm and wheel / worm drive).", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q2cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "State one advantage of using this mechanism for the dolly.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "1 Advantage 2 marks: speed reduction; no slippage; locks slider; high VR; compact; high torque; 90 degree drive change; etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q2ciii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The output drive shaft of the gearbox rotates at 450 RPM. Calculate the rotational speed of the 15 toothed gear.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered worm gear (on motor shaft) driving the 15-tooth gear. A single-start worm advances one tooth per revolution, so the 15-tooth gear turns once per 15 input revolutions.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Calculation: 450/15 = 30 RPM. Answer: 30 RPM. (Reasonable attempt 1 mark; correct answer 2 marks.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q2civ", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Every rotation of the lead screw moves the slider a distance of 8 mm. Using your answer from the previous question, calculate the linear speed of the slider in millimetres per second.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered detail of the lead screw, slider and fixed nut. The slider advances 8 mm per revolution of the lead screw, which rotates at 30 RPM (from the previous part).", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Calculation: 30 x 8 = 240 mm/minute; 240/60 = 4 mm/second. Answer: 4 (mm/s). (Reasonable attempt 1 mark; correct answer 2 marks.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q2di", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(d)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "In the space provided, draw the development of the housing cover shown in 3D below. Show the position of all bend lines, holes, and the rectangular slot for the slide switch.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered 3D transparent housing cover: a bent rectangular cover with two folded sides (an inverted U / saddle form), four mounting holes (one near each corner) and a rectangular slot on top for the slide switch. The development (flat pattern) must show these holes, bend lines and the slot.", |
| "topic": "Graphics & Communication", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Development: 5 panels shown 2 marks; slot shown correctly 1 mark; holes (min 3) shown correctly 1 mark. (Total up to 4 marks.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q2dii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(d)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Name a suitable transparent material for this cover and give a reason for your choice.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Materials & Product Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Material named 2 marks: HIPS, ASA, PC, acrylic, perspex, thermoplastic. Reason 2 marks: thermoplastic; easy to shape / drill / finish / cut (transparent = 0).", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q2diii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(d)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Name the machine used to bend this cover and describe the process of making one of the bends.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Manufacturing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Machine name 1 mark: Heat bending machine / striptheater, line bender, oven. Bending Process (2 processes 2 x 1 mark): marking out, heating and bending material along marked lines; use of former to set bending angles.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q2ei", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Describe, using the named parts of the slider, how the smart phone is held in place.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered slider assembly holding a smartphone: a cam, a fence and the slider are labelled; rotating the cam moves the phone against the fence to clamp it.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Describe 2 steps at 2 x 1 mark: cam rotated away from fence, phone placed at fence; cam rotated back to clamp phone; reference to use of screwdriver.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q2eii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Name a manufacturing process which could be used to make both the cam and the fence from plastic.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Manufacturing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Name of process 2 marks: 3D printing; injection moulding; CNC milling.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q2eiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 6, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The incomplete control circuit for the camera dolly is shown below. The circuit must control forward motion, backward motion and motor-off functions. Complete this circuit by sketching in the connecting wires of the three components.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Circuit components shown: a battery, a DC gearbox motor, and a DPDT (double-pole double-throw) slide switch, with red/black wires partially connected. The DPDT switch must be wired to reverse motor polarity for forward/backward, with a centre-off position.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Battery correctly attached: 2 marks. Motor correctly attached: 2 marks. DPDT correctly wired: 2 marks. (Total 6 marks.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q3ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "In 2011, a tsunami (tidal wave) caused severe damage to the Fukushima nuclear power plant in Japan. Since then a number of robotic machines have been used as part of the clean-up operation in the nuclear plant. Give two reasons why robots are particularly suited to these clean-up operations.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a robotic machine (articulated robotic arms / remotely operated unit) working among industrial wreckage at a nuclear clean-up site.", |
| "topic": "Robotics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 x Reason at 2 marks each: robots 'unaffected' by radiation / humans could not work in radiation zone; robots could work longer hours than humans; robots more versatile in manipulating obstacles; etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q3aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Autonomous vehicles are viewed by many as the future of transport. Explain what is meant by the term autonomous vehicle and give one example.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Robotics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Autonomous vehicle 2 marks: self driving vehicles (transport of people / goods) (named vehicle = 0). Example 2 marks: self driving cars, planetary exploration - Mars rover, etc. (named vehicle: UGV, warehouse robot, robotic farm machinery, etc.) (lawnmower/vacuum cleaner = 0).", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q3aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The image shows a robotic exoskeleton which can be used to assist a person with reduced mobility to walk. Describe two other technological devices that make life easier for a person with a disability.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a powered robotic exoskeleton (leg-frame wearable robot) used to help a person walk.", |
| "topic": "Robotics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 x Describe at 2 x 2 marks: any appropriate assistive technology described - mobility aids, hearing aids, computer software / hardware, wearable technologies, IoT, voice apps, mobility scooters, etc. (Name = 1 mark & enhancement/appropriate function = 1 mark) (wheelchair with no enhancement = 0).", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q3aiv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Robots are becoming more commonplace in manufacturing industries. Outline one positive and one negative consequence of this increase in the use of robots.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a yellow industrial assembly-line robot arm.", |
| "topic": "Robotics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Positive consequence 2 marks: repetitive / dangerous work done by machine, work 24/7, etc. Negative consequence 2 marks: loss of work opportunities, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q3bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A gripper for a robot arm is shown. The gripper opens and closes mechanically using a parallel linkage mechanism driven by a number of gears. Name one other device or machine that uses a parallel linkage and state its function.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered robot-arm gripper with a parallel linkage mechanism (coloured gears and linkage arms) that opens and closes the jaws.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Name 2 marks: car jack, scissors lift, toolbox, wipers, lazy tongs, etc. Function 2 marks: correctly named function linked to example.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q3bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The gear train shown was selected as a drive mechanism for the gripper. Give two reasons for selecting this type of drive mechanism.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered gear train (multiple meshed spur gears) forming the drive mechanism of the robot gripper.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 x Reason at 2 x 1 mark: alter speed of output gear; alter direction of movement of jaws; allow jaws to grip / close easily; etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q3biii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The locking nut shown ('nyloc nut'), is used in the assembly of the gripper mechanism. Give a reason for its use.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Enlarged view of a nyloc locking nut (hex nut with a nylon insert collar).", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Reason 2 marks: prevent parts becoming loose; locks nut in place, prevents nut turning.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q3ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "To fully close the gripper, 6 teeth of the driven gear must fully engage with the driver gear. The driver gear has 10 teeth and rotates at 12 RPM. Calculate the time, in seconds, taken for the jaws to go from the fully open to the fully closed position.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered gripper gear mechanism showing jaws fully open and jaws fully closed, with a detailed view of the driver gear (10 teeth, 12 RPM) meshing with the driven gear; 6 teeth of the driven gear must engage to close the jaws.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Calculation: 12 RPM x 12 = 12 teeth rotate in 60 sec (i.e. driver rotates 120 teeth in 60 sec). 120 T in 60 sec; 1 T in 60/120 sec; 6 T in 6 x 60/120 = 3 sec. Answer: 3 (seconds). (Reasonable attempt 1 mark; correct answer 2 marks.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-EV-q3cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A drilling machine (bench drill) is used when manufacturing the gripper arms. State two safety precautions which should be observed when using a drilling machine.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a pillar/bench drilling machine used to drill the gripper arms.", |
| "topic": "Health & Safety", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Safety Precautions: 2 x 2 mks: clamping piece, supporting piece (wood); safety goggles, no loose cloths / tie back hair, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh dhá ghné de chuid táirgí Lego a fhágann go bhfuil an oiread sin tóir domhanda orthu mar bhréagáin.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a Lego model of an orange/black tipper truck (cab and tipping body), built from interlocking Lego bricks. Illustrates the Lego toy product being discussed.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Manufacturing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Two features, 1 mark each: bricks easy to connect together / snap together; encourages creativity; large numbers of models can be made from one set; educational; play value, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Déantar brící Lego as teirmeaplaisteach ABS. Mínigh an téarma teirmeaplaisteach.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of an assortment of coloured Lego bricks.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Manufacturing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "A plastic that can be re-moulded / reshaped (1 mark) by heating it (1 mark) — can be re-melted and re-shaped again and again with heat.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Déantar an-chuid táirgí Lego trí úsáid a bhaint as córas uathoibrithe. Luaigh buntáiste amháin a bhaineann le córas uathoibrithe a úsáid sa chineál seo tionscail.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a large automated factory production line / warehouse with many identical product units arranged in rows, illustrating automated manufacturing.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing & Automation", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "One advantage (3 marks): produces large numbers of the same part to the same standard / consistent quality; safety; continuous production without stopping (no breaks), etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1aiv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Baineann Lego úsáid as olaitéán de phlaisteach athchúrsáilte mar amhábhar. Luaigh cúis amháin a bhfuil sé seo tábhachtach.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a hand holding small recycled plastic pellets (raw plastic granules).", |
| "topic": "Sustainability", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "One reason (2 marks): less harmful to the environment; lower cost; sustainable, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Luaigh dhá bhuntáiste a bhaineann le hadhmad a úsáid mar amhábhar i ndéanamh bréagán.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a wooden toy dolls' house (cutaway view showing interior rooms), illustrating wood used to make toys.", |
| "topic": "Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Two advantages, 1 mark each: renewable / sustainable material; low-cost material; easy to shape/work; good technical/natural properties; hygienic, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar dearadh mic léinn le haghaidh trucail altach bhréagáin (tarracóir agus leantóir). Baintear úsáid as dhá mhótar giarbhrú chun an t-aonad tarracóra a thiomáint agus tá dhá LED ann mar cheannsolse. Ainmnigh clár monaraithe oiriúnach as a bhféadfaí an painéal tosaigh a dhéanamh.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered design of an articulated toy truck made of red/yellow board with black wheels, labelled: Leantóir (trailer), Tarracóir (tractor unit) and Painéal tosaigh (front panel). Two geared motors drive the tractor, two LEDs act as headlights.", |
| "topic": "Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Manufactured board (1 mark): MDF, plywood. (Note: chipboard/blockboard = 0.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1biii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Bain úsáid as nótaí agus sceitsí agus déan cur síos ar conas a dhéanfá an painéal tosaigh as píosa ceanndaigh den ábhar a roghnaigh tú. Ainmnigh uirlisí agus measúint ar bith a úsáidtear.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Image of a rectangular manufactured board with the red front-panel shape marked on it, labelled Painéal Tosaigh (front panel) — student must describe cutting/shaping it from the board.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Sketch: 1 mark; two suitable tools/measuring instruments named: 2 x 1 mark; description given: 1 mark. (Alternative: 2 processes 2 x 2 marks and one tool named for 1 mark.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Sa spás thall, sceitseáil eagsúchló dea-chomhréirithe den aonad tarracóra sa treo ina bhfuil an tsaighead a thaispeántar thíos.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered red/yellow toy tractor unit on wheels labelled Ingearchló, with a direction arrow indicating the viewpoint to sketch from, plus a blank sketching box.", |
| "topic": "Graphics & Sketching", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Body/form of the unit shown correctly in elevation: 1 mark; 2 wheels shown correctly in the given view: 1 mark; parts drawn in correct proportion to each other: 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Tá bakthrioch de laicear trédhearcach ar fhonnadh an aonaid tarracóra. Déan cur síos ar an bpróiseas chun an t-adhmad a ullmhú sula gcuirtear an laicear air.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of a curved wooden chassis/body component labelled Fonnadh (the tractor unit chassis), to which a clear lacquer is applied.", |
| "topic": "Finishing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Two valid processes, 2 x 1 mark: sanding (paper / block / sander); removing dust, white spirit. (Steel wool / file = 0.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1ciii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Tá an laicear le cur suas agus úsáid á baint as canna spraeála aerasóil. Mínigh an fáth gur cheart both spraeála a úsáid agus an próiseas seo a leanúint. Ainmnigh réamhchúram amháin eile ba cheart a chomhlíonadh le linn an phróisis seo.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Image of a spray booth (both spraeála) — an enclosed box with extraction, used for aerosol spraying.", |
| "topic": "Health & Safety / Finishing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Reason for using a spray booth: 2 marks (contains/extracts fumes, keeps spray in one place, safety/health). Plus one other precaution: 1 mark (mask, gloves, use extractor, etc.).", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1di", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar íomhá de cheann amháin de cheannsolse LED na trucaile. Cad dó a seasann na litreacha LED (litreacha Béarla)? L____ E____ D____", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a single yellow 5 mm LED with two legs.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "L = Light, E = Emitting, D = Diode (Solas-Astaithe-Déóid). 1 mark each.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1dii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Cuir (✓) sa bhosca cuí lena chur in iúl cé acu cos den LED arb í an Anóid í. (cos dhearfach)", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "A two-column tick table with headings 'Cos ghearr' (short leg) and 'Cos fhada' (long leg) and a row labelled 'Anóid', beside an image of a green LED. Student ticks which leg is the anode.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Anode = Cos fhada (long leg) ticked. 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1diii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Mínigh an fáth gurb é an cleachtas is fearr é úsáid a bhaint as coinneálaí LED agus an LED á chur isteach i bpainéal tosaigh na trucaile.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Image of an LED holder (coinneálaí LED) — a chrome/black bezel clip that mounts an LED in a panel.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 marks: prevents damage to the LED; aesthetics; holds the LED firmly in place; prevents a short circuit on a metal surface, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1div", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar taobh íochtair an aonaid tarracóra. Cumhachtaíonn dhá mhótar giarbhosca an t-aonad tarracóra, gach ceann acu le cóimheas giair de 100:1. Mínigh cad is brí le cóimheas giair de 100:1.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered underside of the tractor unit showing two gearbox motors mounted to the chassis, labelled mótar giarbhosca and Taobh íochtair an aonaid tarracóra.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 marks: 100 turns of the motor = 1 turn of the output; i.e. slower rotation; velocity ratio 1:100 (1/100).", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1dv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(v)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Mínigh cén fáth nach mbeadh mótair SO, gan ghiarbhoscaí, oiriúnach chun an trucail a chumhachtú.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 marks: wheels would turn too fast; insufficient torque; the truck would not move; hard to control, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1ei", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(e)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Baintear úsáid as cúpláil heicseagánach phráis chun seafta an ghiarbhosca a nascadh leis an roth. Mínigh cén fáth a n-úsáidtear próifíl heicseagánach i suíomhanna mar seo.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered brass hexagonal coupling (Cúpláil heicseagánach phráis) shown with a wheel-drive assembly (Cóimeáil tiomána rotha) connecting the gearbox shaft to the wheel.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 marks: gives a better grip on the wheel/shaft; no slipping; easy to remove the wheel; positive drive, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1eii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(e)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Baintear úsáid as díosca plaisteach áit a bhfuil na haonaid tarracóra agus leantóra nasctha lena chéile. Tabhair cúis amháin le díosca plaisteach mar seo a úsáid.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of the toy truck at the tractor-trailer coupling point with a plastic disc (Díosca plaisteach) between the two units.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms / Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 marks: reduces friction between trailer/tractor; lets the trailer move independently; protects the wood from wear, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1eiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(e)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Úsáidtear boinn aeir i rothaí trucaplltrachtála. Mínigh an téarma aeir agus luaigh buntáiste amháin a bhaineann le boinn aeir a úsáid.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of large pneumatic truck tyres.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms / Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Aeir (term): 2 marks — filled / inflated with air (compressed air). Advantage: 2 marks — air-filled tyres give a smoother ride; better grip on the road; reduces road impact, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q1eiv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(e)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Luaigh cúis amháin a bhfuil líon mór rothaí ar thrucaill.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a large articulated lorry ('Deep Freeze Delivery') with many wheels.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 marks: spreads the load over a larger area / puts less load on the road; grip, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q2ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Déan cur síos ar dhá bhealach ina n-úsáidtear teicneolaíochtaí digiteacha i dtionscal na scannán.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a film/movie set with a camera mounted on a track dolly, lighting rigs and crew.", |
| "topic": "Digital Technology", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Two ways, 2 x 2 marks: digital capture (camera); digital alteration of an image (green screen); special effects, CGI; films published as digital media (mp4/AVI/DVD/online streaming), etc. Any valid digital output medium.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q2aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "I dtáirgeadh scannán, baintear úsáid as doiléithe ceomara chun gluaiseacht réidh a sholáthar thar dhromchla míchothrom. Luaigh gné dhearaidh amháin de chuid dalaí ceamara a fhágann gur féidir an ghluaiseacht seo a dhéanamh.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered camera (Ceamara) mounted on a wheeled camera dolly running on a track (Dalaí ceamara).", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms / Structures", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "One design feature: 2 marks — feet/wheels run on a uniform rail; smooth engineered movement; wheels on rails; a 'gimbal' to stabilise the camera; roller bearings, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q2aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "San íomhá taispeántar dalaí atá crochta ón tsíleáil. Is struchtúr i gcruth trus triantánaithe é an ráille. Cén fáth a bhfuil an trus triantánaithe?", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of an overhead trussed camera rail/dolly suspended from the ceiling, the rail being a triangulated truss structure (Dalaí ceamara trusáilte lastuas).", |
| "topic": "Structures", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 marks: the triangle gives the greatest strength to carry the most weight / strong structure; stronger, will not bend, rigid, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q2bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh crua-adhmad oiriúnach do pháirteanna adhmaid an dalaí agus luaigh airí amháin ag an adhmad a roghnaigh tú.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered camera dolly for a smartphone showing labelled parts: Slat (rail/bar), Clampa (clamp), Feireadh an ghiarbhosca agus na meicníochta (gearbox/mechanism housing), Lasc shleamhnáin DPDT (DPDT slide switch), Sleamhnán (slider), Riscriú (rack-and-pinion). A phone clamps to the slider and the slider moves left/right while recording.", |
| "topic": "Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Hardwood named: 1 mark; suitable property: 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q2bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Sa spás thíos, mínigh, ag baint úsáide as nótaí agus sceitsí, conas a d'fhéadfaí boinn plaisteach fheireadh an ghiarbhosca a cheangal leis an dá thaobh adhmaid.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Image of a plastic bearing/mount (Bonn plaisteach) that supports the gearbox housing and is to be fixed to the two wooden sides of the dolly.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing / Joining", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Sketch/diagram: 2 marks; one suitable method of fixing it: 1 mark — drill and screw, drill and nail, glue, bracket. (Nailing only = 0.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q2biii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Tá clúdach fheireadh an mhótair rangaithe mar struchtúr blaoscach. Liostaigh dhá shampla eile de struchtúir bhlaoscacha a bhíonn in úsáid go coitianta.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Image of a curved shell-type cover (the motor housing cover), used to introduce shell structures.", |
| "topic": "Structures", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "One example per 2 marks: egg box, helmet, basin, bowl, bucket, plastic bottle, tin can, helicopter/car/train/boat/aeroplane body, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q2ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Is é mótar an ghiarbhosca a tháirgeann gluaiseacht an dalaí agus a thiomáineann an mheicníocht a thaispeántar. Ainmnigh an mheicníocht seo.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered image of a gearbox motor (Mótar giarbhosca) driving a worm-and-wheel type mechanism.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Name: worm (worm gear / worm-and-wheel). 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q2cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Luaigh buntáiste amháin a bhaineann leis an meicníocht seo a úsáid don dalaí.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Image of a 15-tooth gear (giar 15 fhiacail) associated with the worm mechanism.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "One advantage: 2 marks — speed reduction; no back-drive; high velocity ratio; high torque; 90-degree turn of drive, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q2ciii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Rothlaíonn seafta aschuir an ghiarbhosca ag 450 ISN. Ríomh luas rothlach an ghiair 15 fhiacail.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms / Calculations", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "450 / 15 = 30 RPM. Reasonable attempt: 1 mark; correct answer: 2 marks. Answer = 30 RPM.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q2civ", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Bogann gach rothlú den riscriú an sleamhnán fad 8 mm. Bain úsáid as an bhfreagra a fuair tú sa cheist roimhe seo thuas, agus ríomh luas líneach an tsleamhnáin ina mhilliméadair sa soicind.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered rack-and-pinion mechanism on the dolly labelled Sleamhnán (slider), Cnó fosaithe (fixing nut) and Riscriú (rack-and-pinion). Each rotation moves the slider 8 mm.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms / Calculations", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "30 x 8 = 240 mm/min; 240 / 60 = 4 mm/s. (Error carried forward from previous part accepted.) Reasonable attempt: 1 mark; correct answer: 2 marks. Answer = 4 mm/s.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q2di", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(d)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Sa spás atá ann dó, tarraing forbairt chlúdach an fheirthe a thaispeántar in 3T thíos. Taispeáin suíomh na línte lúbtha go léir, na bpoll agus an tsliotáin dhronuilligh don lasc shleamhnháin.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D rendering of the transparent shell cover (a curved/folded box-like cover) with several mounting holes and a rectangular slot on top for the slide switch. Student must draw its flat development (net) showing all fold lines, holes and the slot.", |
| "topic": "Graphics / Development", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "5 panels shown: 2 marks; slot shown correctly: 1 mark; holes (at least 3) shown correctly: 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q2dii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(d)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh ábhar trédhearcach oiriúnach don chlúdach seo agus tabhair fáth le do rogha.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Material named: 2 marks — HIPS, ASA, PC, acrylic, perspex, thermoplastic. Reason: 2 marks — thermoplastic, easy to mould/drill/finish/cut. ('Transparent' alone = 0.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q2diii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(d)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh an meaisín a úsáidtear chun an clúdach seo a lúbadh agus déan cur síos ar an bpróiseas chun ceann amháin de na lúba seo a dhéanamh.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Manufacturing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Machine name: 1 mark — heat-bending machine / line bender / strip heater. Bending process: 2 marks (2 x 1) — heating along the marked line and bending, using a former to set the bend.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q2ei", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Agus na codanna ainmnithe den sleamhnán á n-úsáid agat, déan cur síos ar conas a choimeádtar an fón cliste ina shuíomh.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a smartphone and a rendered clamp mechanism labelled Ceam (cam), Treorai (guide) and Sleamhnán (slider) that holds the phone on the slider.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Description, 2 steps (2 x 1 mark): cam turned away from the guide; phone placed against the guide; cam turned back to clamp the phone; reference to using a screw.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q2eii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh próiseas déantúsaíochta a d'fhéadfaí a úsáid chun an ceam agus an treorai araon a dhéanamh as plaisteach.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Manufacturing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "1 mark: 3D printing; injection moulding; CNC milling.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q2eiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 6, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar thíos an ciorcad rialaithe neamhiomlán don dalaí ceamara. Ní mór don chiorcad gluaisne ar aghaidh, gluaisne ar gcúl, agus feidhmeanna mótar-as a rialú. Comhlánaigh an ciorcad seo trí shreanga nasctha na dtrí chomhbhall a sceitseáil isteach.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Incomplete control circuit shown on a base/breadboard with three components to be wired together: a DPDT slide switch, a battery/cell holder and a DC motor. The DPDT switch must provide forward, reverse and motor-off control.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Cell/battery wired correctly: 2 marks; motor wired correctly: 2 marks; DPDT switch wiring correct: 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q3ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "In 2011, rinne tsunami (tonn taoide) damáiste mór don ghléasra cumhachta núicléiche Fukushima sa tSeapáin. Ó shin i leith, baineadh úsáid as roinnt meaisíní róbatacha mar chuid den fheachtas glantacháin sa ghléasra núicléach. Luaigh dhá chúis a bhfuil róbait oiriúnach go speisialta do na feachtais ghlantacháin seo.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of robotic cleanup machines in front of an industrial/nuclear plant.", |
| "topic": "Robotics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Two reasons, 2 x 2 marks: robots are not affected by radiation / humans could not work in the radiation zone; robots can work more hours than people; robots are more precise when dealing with obstacles, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q3aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Tá an-chuid daoine den bharúil go mbeidh feithiclí uathrialaitheacha ríthábhachtach sa todhchaí i gcúrsaí iompair. Mínigh cad is brí leis an téarma feithicil uathrialaitheach agus luaigh sampla amháin díobh.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Robotics / Automation", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Autonomous vehicle: 2 marks — a self-driving vehicle (carrying people/goods). (Just naming a vehicle = 0.) Example: 2 marks — self-driving car, Mars rover, etc. (lawnmower / hoover = 0).", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q3aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeánann an íomhá eiseachnámharlach róbatach is féidir a úsáid chun cabhrú le duine a bhfuil a c(h)umas siúlóide laghdaithe. Déan cur síos ar dhá ghléas teicneolaíochta eile a dhéanann an saol níos éasca do dhuine faoi mhíchumas.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a robotic lower-body exoskeleton (Eiseachnámharlach róbatach) worn to assist a person with reduced walking ability.", |
| "topic": "Assistive Technology", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Two descriptions, 2 x 2 marks: any suitable assistive technology described — mobility aid, assistive software/hardware/computer, wearable technology, IoT, voice apps, mobility scooter, etc. (Naming only = 1 mark; naming + improving function = 2 marks; plain wheelchair with no enhancement = 0.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q3aiv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Tá róbait ag éirí níos coitianta i dtionscal na déantúsaíochta. Tabhair breac-chuntas ar iarmhairt dhearfach amháin agus ar iarmhairt dhiúltach amháin a bhaineann leis an méadú seo ar úsáid róbat.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a yellow industrial assembly-line robot arm (Róbat líne chóimeála) on a base.", |
| "topic": "Robotics / Society", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Positive consequence: 2 marks — consistency/quality of work by machine, 24/7 operation, etc. Negative consequence: 2 marks — loss of job opportunities, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q3bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar greamaire le haghaidh géag róbait. Osclaíonn agus dúnann an greamaire go meicniúil ag baint úsáide as meicníocht nasctha chomhthreomhar atá á tiomáint ag roinnt giaranna. Ainmnigh gléas nó meaisín amháin eile a bhaineann úsáid as meicníocht nasctha comhthreomhar agus luaigh an fheidhm atá leis.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered robot-arm gripper (Greamaire géige róbait) with a parallel linkage (Nasc comhthreomhar) driven by gears, that opens and closes mechanically.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Name: 2 marks — lifter, scissor-car-jack, scissor lift, toolbox, wiper, etc. Function: 2 marks — a correctly named function relating to the example.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q3bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Roghnaíodh an ghiarshraith a thaispeántar mar mheicníocht tiomána don ghreamaire. Tabhair dhá chúis leis an meicníocht seo a roghnú mar mheicníocht tiomána don ghreamaire.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rendered gear train (Giarshraith) shown as the drive mechanism for the gripper.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Two reasons, 2 x 1 mark: changes the speed of the output gear; changes the direction of gear movement; allows the jaws to grip / open and close evenly, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q3biii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Úsáidtear an cnó glasála a thaispeántar ('nyloc nut') i gcóimeáil na meicníochta greamaithe. Tabhair cúis lena úsáid.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Enlarged view of a nyloc locking nut (Amharc méadaithe chnó glasála) used in assembling the gripper mechanism.", |
| "topic": "Materials / Fixings", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 marks: prevents parts from coming loose; locks the nut in place; stops the nut from unscrewing.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q3ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Chun an greamaire a dhúnadh go hiomlán, ní mór go nascfadh 6 fhiacail den ghiar tiomáinte go hiomlán leis an ngiar tiomána. Tá 10 bhfiacail ag an ngiar tiomána agus rothlaíonn sé ag 12 ISN. Ríomh an t-am, i soicindí, a thógann sé ar na gialla dul ón suíomh oscailte go hiomlán go dtí an suíomh dúnta go hiomlán.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Diagram of the gripper gear drive showing jaws fully open (Gialla oscailte go hiomlán) and jaws fully closed (Gialla dúnta go hiomlán), with driven gears (Giaranna tiomáinte), driver (Tiomántóir) and a driven gear (Giar tiomáinte). Driver gear has 10 teeth rotating at 12 rpm; 6 teeth must engage to fully close.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms / Calculations", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "12 RPM = 12 x 10 = 120 teeth in 60 s; so 1 tooth in 60/120 s; 6 teeth in (6 x 60)/120 = 3 seconds. Reasonable attempt: 1 mark; correct answer: 2 marks. Answer = 3 seconds.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2023-common-level-IV-q3cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2023, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Baintear úsáid as meaisín druileála (druilire binse) nuair a bhíonn na géaga greamaire á monarú. Luaigh dhá réamhchúram sábháilteachta ba chóir a chomhlíonadh agus meaisín druileála in úsáid.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a bench/pillar drilling machine, used when manufacturing the gripper arms.", |
| "topic": "Health & Safety", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Two safety precautions, 2 x 2 marks: clamp the workpiece, support the workpiece (wood); safety goggles; no loose hair / tie back loose hair, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2023 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q1ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "An image of a Japanese bullet train is shown. Describe one feature of this train that allows it to move at very high speed.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a Japanese high-speed (Shinkansen) bullet train with a long, pointed, streamlined nose cone. The aerodynamic, tapered front profile is the relevant feature.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Aerodynamic, shape of train, etc. (2 marks)", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q1aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Aluminium is commonly used in the manufacture of trains. Use a tick to show if each of the following statements is true or false. Statements: (1) Aluminium is harder than stainless steel; (2) Aluminium is heavier than mild steel; (3) Aluminium is lighter than brass; (4) Aluminium is brittle like glass.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "A table with columns Statement, True, False and four rows of statements about aluminium's properties relative to stainless steel, mild steel, brass and glass.", |
| "topic": "Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Harder than stainless steel = False; Heavier than mild steel = False; Lighter than brass = True; Brittle like glass = False. 1 mark each (4 marks total).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q1aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "China recently put into service its Maglev passenger train. This train does not sit on the track but instead hovers above it using magnetic levitation. Suggest two advantages of using this technology for trains.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a Maglev (magnetic levitation) high-speed train hovering above a guideway track.", |
| "topic": "Technology & Society", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Two advantages, e.g. no friction (with track), travel faster, smooth travel. 2 marks each (4 marks total).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q1bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A student's design for a working model of a level crossing barrier is shown. Name the mechanism shown at S.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a working model level crossing barrier on a wooden base. A red-and-white striped barrier is raised/lowered by an expanding cross-link (scissor/lazy-tong) linkage labelled S.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Scissors mechanism (1 mark).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q1bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Name a suitable material from which to manufacture the links for this mechanism.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any valid material (1 mark).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q1biii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A nylon locknut is used to join the links of the mechanism. Give a reason for this choice of fastener.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a nylon insert locknut (Nyloc nut) with a coloured nylon ring inside the top of the nut.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Prevent bolt / links of mechanism opening (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q1ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Mechanism A, in the image, transmits rotary motion through a 90 degree angle and mechanism B converts rotary motion to linear motion. Name the mechanism at A and the mechanism at B.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of the drive mechanism inside the barrier model. A small motor/worm drives a gear at right angles (labelled A) which in turn drives a toothed rack (labelled B) that produces linear movement.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Mechanism A: worm / gear (1 mark). Mechanism B: rack (and pinion) (1 mark).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q1cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 5, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "In the space below describe, with the aid of sketches, the processes required to make the slot in the acrylic panel shown.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a red acrylic side panel with a single drilled hole near the top and a long narrow vertical rectangular slot in the centre (labelled Slot).", |
| "topic": "Processes / Manufacturing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Sketch; Mark-out; Drill; Cut; Finish. 1 mark each (5 marks total).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q1ciii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The image shows the barrier in its open position. Limit switches as well as the slide switch are required for the operation of the barrier. Explain why limit switches are required.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Two images: an enlarged view of a black microswitch (limit switch) with a lever arm, and a front view of the barrier model open showing the green gear drive, a yellow PCB with a slide switch, and the barrier raised.", |
| "topic": "Electronics / Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "To stop motor (barrier) when it reaches fully open / fully closed position (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q1di", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Gear C rolls along gear D. Gear C has 20 teeth and a speed of 6 RPM. Gear D advances one tooth per 5 mm distance. Through how many teeth on gear D will gear C roll in one minute?", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Diagram of a circular gear C (20 teeth, 6 RPM) meshing with and rolling along a long straight toothed rack gear D (one tooth per 5 mm distance), with an arrow showing direction of travel.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms / Calculation", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "6 RPM x 20 Teeth = 120 Teeth (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q1dii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "How long will it take gear C to travel a distance of 300 mm?", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms / Calculation", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "300 mm / 5 mm = 60 Teeth; 120 Teeth in 1 minute; 60 Teeth in 30 seconds (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q1e", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(e)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Complete the wire connections for the slide switch, battery snap, and motor in the simplified barrier control circuit below (four additional connecting wires are required).", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Wiring diagram showing a 9V battery with a battery snap (red and black leads), a slide switch, and a DC motor mounted on a base. The student must draw the additional connecting wires to complete a working series circuit.", |
| "topic": "Electronics / Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Correct wire connections completing the circuit (battery, switch, motor in series) - 3 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q1f", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(f)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "In the space below make an annotated sketch of an alternative design for a level crossing barrier.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Blank bordered box provided for the student's annotated sketch. No printed figure.", |
| "topic": "Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Annotated sketch of an alternative design - 3 marks (1 mark each x3).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q1gi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(g)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "In the table below use a tick to show which trees are deciduous and which are evergreen. Trees: Oak, Scots Pine, Sycamore, Douglas Fir.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Table with columns Tree, Deciduous, Evergreen and four rows: Oak, Scots Pine, Sycamore, Douglas Fir.", |
| "topic": "Materials / Timber", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Oak = Deciduous; Scots Pine = Evergreen; Sycamore = Deciduous; Douglas Fir = Evergreen. 1 mark each (4 marks total).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q1gii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(g)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The solid wooden base on which the barrier runs is shown. The grooves were produced using a power tool called a router. State two safety precautions that should be taken when using power tools.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of the solid wooden base for the barrier model with two long parallel machined grooves running its length (labelled Grooves), produced with a router.", |
| "topic": "Health & Safety", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two valid safety precautions - goggles, hair (tied back), location of power lead, etc. 2 marks each (4 marks total).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q1giii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(g)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The acrylic side panel shown was attached to the wood using screws. State which screw, A or B, should be used and explain why the edges of the holes are countersunk as shown.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Images of two screws side by side: A is a countersunk (flat) head wood screw, B is a round/pan head machine screw. A red acrylic panel is shown with countersunk holes for the screws.", |
| "topic": "Processes / Fixings", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Selected screw = A (1 mark). Countersunk explanation: allow head of screw to sit level with face of material (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q2ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Seasonal flooding has always been a problem in Ireland. The student design is for an automatic pumping system that will sense rising water levels and pump the water to an appropriate location. Name a suitable material from which to make the probes and name a machine or tool with which to taper the ends of the probes.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photographs of the flooding pumping unit (front view with control panel removed showing electronics and probes; rear view showing submersible pump, water-in and water-out, and a control panel) and a flooded street scene. A separate image shows a pointed metal probe with a tapered end.", |
| "topic": "Materials / Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Material: any valid metal (1 mark). Tool or machine for tapering (1 mark).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q2aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The stand for the unit is made from acrylic. Acrylic is a thermoplastic. Explain the term thermoplastic.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of the green acrylic L-shaped stand (vertical back panel with mounting holes and a horizontal base) for the pumping unit.", |
| "topic": "Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Can be shaped repeatedly by heating (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q2aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "In the space below make a sketch of the development of the stand. Show the bend lines and approximate locations of the holes.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Blank bordered box for the development sketch. Expected answer is a flat (unfolded) rectangular outline with a single bend line separating the back panel from the base, and the mounting/fixing holes marked in approximate positions.", |
| "topic": "Graphics / Development", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Flat development showing bend line(s) and approximate hole locations - 3 marks (1 mark each x3).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q2aiv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 5, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Name a machine used to bend the acrylic stand and list two steps in the bending process.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Processes / Manufacturing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Machine: strip heater (1 mark). Any two valid steps - marking out, heating, bending on former. Step 1 (2 marks); Step 2 (2 marks). (5 marks total).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q2bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "An image of the 3D printed bracket for the submersible water pump is shown. Give a reason for using 3D printing to make this part and name a suitable plastic for this purpose.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of a red 3D-printed triangular mounting bracket with a large circular hole (to hold the pump) and smaller fixing holes.", |
| "topic": "Processes / Manufacturing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Reason: complex shape, easier to manufacture using 3D printing (1 mark). Suitable plastic: PLA, ABS, ASA, PETP, ETG, PC, PP (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q2bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Name an energy conversion taking place when the pump is operating. (From ___ To ___)", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of the cyan submersible pump labelled 12 Volt, 8 Litres (per minute), with a black outlet hose.", |
| "topic": "Energy", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "From: electrical (1 mark). To: kinetic (1 mark).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q2biii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The submersible water pump for this unit is a 12 volt pump with a pumping capacity of 8 litres per minute. How many litres of water will the unit pump in one hour?", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Calculation", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "8 L/min x 60 min = 480 L (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q2biv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "On testing the power consumption of the pump it was found to consume 6 watts of power. Calculate the current flowing through the motor of the pump. Note: Power = Voltage x Current.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Electronics / Calculation", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Current = Power / Voltage = 6/12 = 0.5 Amps (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q2ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 6, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The image shows the control circuit for the pumping system. In the table below, name each component and indicate its position (A, B, or C) on the PCB below. Components shown: a pump (motor), a variable resistor (potentiometer), and a switch (toggle switch).", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of a green PCB for the automatic pumping system with three labelled component positions A, B and C plus an LED, resistors and a transistor. The component table shows photos of a small motor/pump, a variable resistor (potentiometer on a board) and a toggle switch.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Pump - Position C (name 1 + position 1); Variable Resistor - Position B (name 1 + position 1); Switch - Position A (name 1 + position 1). 6 marks total.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q2cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "What do the letters PCB stand for? (P ___ C ___ B ___)", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "P = Printed; C = Circuit; B = Board. 1 mark each (3 marks total).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q3ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Dean Kamen, an American inventor, developed the first commercial self-balancing electric two wheeled personal transporter. It was released in 2001. In newer models steering is achieved solely by leaning in the direction in which you want to move. Suggest one advantage and one disadvantage of electric two wheeled personal transporters.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Two photographs of electric two-wheeled personal transporters: an upright handlebar Segway-style scooter and a red self-balancing hoverboard.", |
| "topic": "Technology & Society", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Advantage: easy to steer/turn, occupy a small space, etc. (2 marks). Disadvantage: require recharging, safety, etc. (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q3aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Explain why two motors are required to operate this type of transporter.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms / Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Steering (one motor per wheel allows differential drive for steering) (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q3aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Steel is used in the internal frame of these transporters. State one property of steel that makes it a suitable choice of material.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Strength (1 mark).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q3bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A student's design for a self-balancing two wheeled toy with forward motion is shown. When testing the design the student discovered that the centre of gravity of the body of the toy was too high. What would the student have observed in order to come to this conclusion and how could the problem be solved?", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of a two-wheeled toy with a tall vertical body mounted between two large wheels; the body extends high above the wheel axle (labelled Body), indicating a high centre of gravity.", |
| "topic": "Design / Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Observation: body tipping over (2 marks). Solution: lower centre of gravity by adding weight to base, or reducing height (and weight) of upper portion of stand (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q3bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The wheels were laser cut from a manufactured board. Name a suitable board for this purpose.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of the toy showing two large circular wheels with a central gearbox driving them; the wheels are flat discs cut from sheet board material.", |
| "topic": "Materials / Timber", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any valid board (e.g. MDF, plywood) (1 mark).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q3biii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "To move the toy at a suitable speed and with sufficient torque the gearbox shown in the image above was selected. In this context, explain the term torque.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of the toy highlighting the central gearbox unit (labelled Gearbox) connecting the motor to the wheels.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Turning force (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q3ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 5, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A side view (end view) of the body of the toy is shown. Sketch a projection of an elevation of the body in the space provided (holes may be omitted).", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of the toy body (a gold/brass-coloured bent metal bracket: a tall narrow upright with a wider T-shaped top and an L-shaped foot at the bottom). A thin side view (end view) is given, and a blank box is provided for the elevation. Expected elevation is the wider front profile: a T-shaped top, a narrow neck, a wider lower body, and an L-foot.", |
| "topic": "Graphics / Orthographic Projection", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Correct elevation projection of the body - 5 marks (1 mark each x5).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q3cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Using the given symbols for the circuit components, make a 2D drawing of the control circuit for the toy in the space below. (Symbols given: battery, motor M, switch.)", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "A panel of three given circuit symbols - a battery (multi-cell), a motor (circle with M), and an open switch - with a blank box for the student's 2D circuit drawing. Expected answer: battery, motor and switch connected in a single series loop.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2D drawing of control circuit with battery, motor and switch correctly connected in series - 3 marks (1 mark each x3).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q4ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "4(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "4", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "In 1926, John Logie Baird, a Scottish inventor, gave the first public demonstration of a true television system, launching a revolution in communication and entertainment. There have been many advances in the technology of televisions in recent years. List two such advances.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Black-and-white photograph of John Logie Baird with early television apparatus.", |
| "topic": "Technology & Society", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two valid advances: 1. HiDef screens, satellite & multichannel, etc. (2 marks); 2. internet access on TV, gameplaying, etc. (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q4aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "4(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "4", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Infrared light is used extensively in technology. One of the most common examples is in the operation of a TV remote control. Name one other device that uses infrared light.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Image of a black TV remote control emitting an infrared signal.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Thermal cameras, night vision cameras, heating lamps, heat sensors, etc. (1 mark).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q4aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "4(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "4", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A student design for a remote controlled rotary TV stand is shown. The upper part of the stand can rotate on a 'Lazy Susan' bearing powered by the electro-mechanical system shown. Explain the purpose of a 'Lazy Susan' bearing in the design.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of a rotating TV stand (rear view) with bolt holes for securing the TV to the stand, a lever microswitch, and a Lazy Susan (turntable) bearing at the base.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Reduce friction, allow stand to rotate freely, etc. (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q4bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "4(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "4", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "The image shows a front view of the components of the control system for the stand. When the master switch is on and the infrared remote control is pressed the stand rotates clockwise. When the stand reaches its fully rotated position it contacts microswitch L and the motor stops. The inputs can be summarised as follows: Master switch on = Logic Level 1 (Master switch off = Logic Level 0); Infrared remote pressed = Logic Level 1 (not pressed = 0); Microswitch L pressed = Logic Level 1 (not pressed = 0). Name the logic gates A, B and C required to make this system work.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Front-view photograph of the rotary TV stand control system showing a lever microswitch (L), an infrared receiver, and a master on/off switch. A logic block diagram routes Master switch through Logic Gate A, Remote control through Logic Gate B, and Microswitch L through Logic Gate C, all feeding a Logic Gate D whose output controls Motor On/Off.", |
| "topic": "Electronics / Logic", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Scheme block shows: Logic Gate A = AND, Logic Gate B = NOT, Logic Gate D (final) = AND (driving Motor On/Off). Two ticks awarded across the named gates; marks shown as a shared total of 2, so split is derived.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q4bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "4(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "4", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Complete the truth table for the AND gate below. Inputs given: (Input1=1, Input2=1, Output=?); (Input1=1, Input2=0, Output=0 given); (Input1=0, Input2=1, Output=?); (Input1=0, Input2=0, Output=?).", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "AND-gate truth table with columns Input 1, Input 2, Output. Rows: 1,1,? ; 1,0,0 (given) ; 0,1,? ; 0,0,? . Student completes the three blank outputs.", |
| "topic": "Electronics / Logic", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "AND gate outputs: 1,1 -> 1; 1,0 -> 0 (given); 0,1 -> 0; 0,0 -> 0. 1 mark each for the three completed rows (3 marks total).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q4ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "4(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "4", |
| "marks": 5, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The circuit housing (for the stand) is made from High Impact Polystyrene sheet (HIPS). Name the machine used to form the housing and number the remaining four steps in their correct sequence to produce the housing. The first step is numbered for you. Steps: 'After cooling reverse the vacuum pump to release the plastic.'; 'When the plastic is soft enough, switch off the heat and raise the platen.'; 'Place the former into the machine and clamp the plastic in place.'; 'Switch on the heating element in advance.' (step 1, given); 'Switch on the vacuum pump and switch off when plastic is formed.'", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a red vacuum-formed circuit housing (a shallow domed/dished cover). A table lists the five vacuum-forming process steps to be ordered, with the heating step pre-numbered as 1.", |
| "topic": "Processes / Manufacturing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Machine: Vacuum forming (1 mark). Sequence: Switch on heating element = 1 (given); Place former and clamp plastic = 2; Switch on vacuum pump / off when formed = 3; When soft, switch off heat and raise platen = 4; After cooling reverse vacuum pump to release plastic = 5. 1 mark each for the four ordered steps (5 marks total).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q4cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "4(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "4", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The bracket on which the gearbox motor is mounted is shown in its flat form and in its bent form. Select a suitable metal for the bracket and give a reason for its selection.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Renders of the motor-mount bracket in two states: a flat developed (unfolded) form and the same part in its bent (folded into an L/U bracket) form, with an arrow indicating the bending operation.", |
| "topic": "Materials / Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Suitable metal: named metal (1 mark). Reason for selection: valid reason (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-EV-q4ciii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "4(c)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "4", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Describe the process of bending the metal bracket.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Processes / Manufacturing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 steps - mark out, clamp in position, bend. 3 marks (1 mark each x3).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q1ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar san íomhá traein philéir Sheapánach. Déan cur síos ar ghné amháin de chuid na traenach seo a ligeann di gluaiseacht ar luas an-ard. Gné:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of a Japanese bullet train (Shinkansen) - streamlined, aerodynamic nose, white body with blue/orange livery. Caption: 'Traein philéir Sheapánach'.", |
| "topic": "Transport / Materials & Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Aeraidinimiciúil, cruth na traenach, tiomáint srl. (Aerodynamic shape of the train, propulsion/drive, etc.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q1aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Úsáidtear alúmanam go coitianta i ndéantús traenacha. Bain úsáid as tic (✓) lena thaispeáint cé acu atá gach ceann de na ráitis seo a leanas fíor nó bréagach. Ráitis: (1) Tá alúmanam níos crua ná cruach dhosmálta; (2) Tá alúmanam níos troime ná cruach bhog; (3) Tá alúmanam níos éadroime ná prás; (4) Tá alúmanam briosc amhail gloine.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Table with columns Ráiteas / Fíor / Bréagach and four statement rows about aluminium properties (hardness vs stainless steel, weight vs mild steel, weight vs brass, brittleness vs glass).", |
| "topic": "Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "1 mark per correct tick (4 total). (1) níos crua ná cruach dhosmálta = Bréagach; (2) níos troime ná cruach bhog = Bréagach; (3) níos éadroime ná prás = Fíor; (4) briosc amhail gloine = Bréagach.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q1aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Le déanaí chuir an tSín a traein phaisinéara Maglev i mbun seirbhíse. Ní shuíonn an traein seo ar an iarnród ach ina ionad sin bíonn sí ar foluain os a chionn agus ardú maighnéadach á úsáid chuige sin. Mol dhá bhuntáiste a bhaineann leis an teicneolaíocht seo le haghaidh traenacha. Buntáiste 1: / Buntáiste 2:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of a silver/blue Maglev (magnetic levitation) passenger train on an elevated guideway.", |
| "topic": "Transport / Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 marks per advantage. Buntáiste 1 sample: níl aon fhrithchuimilt (leis an ráille), taistil níos tapúla, taisteal réidh (no friction with the rail, faster travel, smoother travel). Buntáiste 2: any other valid advantage.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q1bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar dearadh mic léinn le haghaidh mionsamhail oibríoch de bhacainn chrosaire comhréidh. Ainmnigh an mheicníocht a thaispeántar ag S. Meicníocht:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Student model of a level-crossing (rail crossing) barrier. A scissor / lazy-tongs cross-link mechanism (labelled S) extends and retracts the barrier arm between two upright posts on a base.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Siosúr / Nascáil (Scissor / lazy-tongs linkage).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q1bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh ábhar oiriúnach as a bhféadfaí na naisc don mheicníocht seo a mhonarú. Ábhar:", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "adhmad / miotal / plaisteach (wood / metal / plastic).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q1biii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Úsáidtear glaschnó níolóin chun naisc na meicníochta a cheangal. Luaigh cúis leis an rogha ceanglóra seo. Cúis:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Close-up render of a nylon insert lock nut (nyloc / glaschnó níolóin) on a bolt joining two metal links.", |
| "topic": "Fixings", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Tá an mheicníocht saor le bogadh (1 mharc); gan an cnó a bheith scaoilte (1 mharc). (The mechanism remains free to move; the nut will not work loose.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q1ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Tras-seolann meicníocht A, san íomhá thall, gluaisne rothlach trí uillinn 90° agus tiontaíonn meicníocht B gluaisne rothlach ina gluaisne líneach. Ainmnigh an mheicníocht ag A agus an mheicníocht B. Meicníocht A: / Meicníocht B:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of the barrier model drive: A is a bevel/worm gear arrangement transferring rotary motion through 90°; B is a green pinion meshing with a horizontal rack (rack-and-pinion) converting rotary to linear motion.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Meicníocht A: roth/giar péiste / giar péiste / beibhealghiar (worm gear / bevel gear; one bevel alone = 0). Meicníocht B: raca (agus pinniún) (rack and pinion).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q1cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 5, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Sa spás thíos déan cur síos, le cabhair sceitsí, ar na próisis is gá chun an sliotán sa phainéal aicrileach a thaispeántar a dhéanamh.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of a red acrylic panel with a vertical rounded-end slot (sliotán) machined in it; the student must sketch the process to make the slot.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Sceitse (2 marks) + 2 phróiseas (2+1 = 3 marks). Alt: 2 sceitse (2x2), 1 phróiseas (1). 5 marks max; without sketch & 2 processes capped at 2+1.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q1ciii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar san íomhá thíos an bhacainn ina suíomh oscailte. Tá lasca teorann mar aon leis an lasc shleamhnáin riachtanach le haghaidh oibríocht na bacainne. Mínigh cén fáth a bhfuil lasca teorann riachtanach. Míniú:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Two images: a black microswitch (limit switch / lasc teorann, cló meadaithe = enlarged view), and the barrier mechanism showing the slider switch (lasc shleamhnáin) and green pinion in the open position.", |
| "topic": "Electronics / Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Chun mótar (bacainn) a stopadh nuair a thagann sé go hiomlán ar shuíomh oscailte nó dúnta. (To stop the motor/barrier when it reaches the fully open or closed position.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q1di", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Rollann giar C feadh ghiar D. Bain úsáid as an eolas a thaispeántar agus freagair na ceisteanna seo a leanas sna spásanna atá curtha ar fáil thíos. [Giar C = 20 fiacail, Luas = 6 ISN; Giar D = fiacail amháin in aghaidh fad 5 mm] Trí cé mhéad fiacail ar ghiar D a rollfaidh giar C in aon nóiméad amháin?", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Diagram of a green spur pinion gear C (20 teeth) rolling along a yellow toothed rack gear D. Data given: Giar C = 20 fiacail, Luas = 6 ISN (rpm); Giar D = one tooth per 5 mm length.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms / Calculation", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "6 ISN x 20 Fiacail (1 mharc) = 120 Fiacail (1 mharc). Answer = 120 teeth.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q1dii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Cén t-achar ama a thógann sé ar ghiar C fad 300 mm a thaisteal?", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms / Calculation", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "300 mm / 5 mm = 60 Fiacail (1 mharc); 120 Fiacail i 1 nóiméad; 60/120 => 60 Fiacail i 30 soicind (0.5 nóiméad) (1 mharc). Answer = 30 seconds.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q1e", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(e)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Críochnaigh na naisc shreinge don lasc shleamhnáin, don smeach bataire, agus don mhótar sa chiorcad simplithe rialaithe bacainne thíos (is gá ceithre shreang cheangail bhreise).", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Wiring photo/diagram: a slider switch, a battery snap connector (red and black leads), and a DC motor with worm-gear output. The student must add four connecting wires to complete the control circuit (the slider switch is wired as a reversing DPDT switch to drive the motor in both directions).", |
| "topic": "Electronics / Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "1 mark per correctly added connecting wire by colour: Buí (yellow), Glas (green), Gorm (blue), Dearg (red) = 4 marks. Correct answer shows the slider switch wired as a reversing switch (crossed connections) so the motor can run in both directions, with +ve/-ve to the battery.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q1f", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(f)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Sa spás thíos, déan sceitse anótáilte de dhearadh malartach (eile) do bhacainn chrosaire comhréidh.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Aon sceitse (1) + sceitse ábhartha de bhacainn (1) + anótáilte go hábhartha (1) + léiriú ar conas a oibríonn sé (1) = 4 marks. (Any sketch; relevant sketch of a barrier; relevantly annotated; shows how it works - reference to mechanism / how it works.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q1gi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(g)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Sa tábla thíos, bain úsáid as tic (✓) lena thaispeáint cé acu de na crainn atá duilsilteach agus cé acu atá síorghlas. Crainn: Dair, Péine Albanach, Seiceamar, Giúis Dhúghlais.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Table with columns Crann / Duilsilteach / Síorghlas and four tree rows: Dair (Oak), Péine Albanach (Scots Pine), Seiceamar (Sycamore), Giúis Dhúghlais (Douglas Fir).", |
| "topic": "Materials / Timber", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "1 mark per correct tick (4 total): Dair = Duilsilteach (deciduous); Péine Albanach = Síorghlas (evergreen); Seiceamar = Duilsilteach; Giúis Dhúghlais = Síorghlas.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q1gii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(g)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar an bonn adhmaid soladach ar a ritheann an bhacainn. Rinneadh na heitrí agus uirlis chumhachta ar a dtugtar cuasphlána á úsáid. Luaigh dhá réamhchúram sábháilteachta ba chóir a chomhlíonadh nuair a bhíonn uirlisí cumhachta á n-úsáid. Réamhchúram sábháilteachta 1: / Réamhchúram sábháilteachta 2:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of a solid wooden base (bonn adhmaid) with two long machined grooves (eitrí) running along it, in which the barrier mechanism runs.", |
| "topic": "Health & Safety", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 marks per valid precaution (4 total). Sample: caith spéaclaí cosanta, gruaig ceangailte siar, gan éadaí scaoilte, suíomh an chábla cumhachta (wear safety goggles, tie hair back, no loose clothing, mind power cable position). (Gloves = 1 mark.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q1giii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(g)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Nascadh an taobhphainéal aicrileach a thaispeántar leis an adhmad agus scriúna á n-úsáid. Luaigh cé acu scriú, A nó B, ba chóir a úsáid agus mínigh cén fáth a bhfuil ciumhaiseanna na bpoll leacaithe mar a thaispeántar thíos. Scriú roghnaithe, A nó B: / Leacaithe - míniú:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Two screws shown: A = countersunk woodscrew (tapered head, coarse thread); B = pan/cheese-head machine screw. Red acrylic panel with countersunk (leacaithe) holes for the screws (Poill leacaithe do na scriúnna).", |
| "topic": "Fixings", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Scriú roghnaithe = A (1 mark). Leacaithe-míniú: ceadaíonn sé ceann an scriú suí cothrom / leibhéalta le haghaidh an ábhair (the countersink lets the screw head sit flush/level with the material) = 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q2ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ba fhadhb riamh in Éirinn iad na tuilte séasúracha. Is gá córais chun cabhrú leis an bpobal tuilte a sheachaint ina dtithe agus ina n-ionaid ghnó. Taispeántar sna híomhánna thíos dearadh mic léinn do chóras uathoibrithe pumpála a bhraithfidh leibhéil uisce ag éirí agus a phumpálfaidh an t-uisce go dtí láthair chuí. (a)(i) Ainmnigh ábhar oiriúnach as a ndéanfaí an tóireadóir agus ainmnigh meaisín nó uirlis lena bhféadfaí foircinn na dtóireadóirí a bharrchaolú. Ábhar: / Uirlis nó meaisín don bharrchaolú:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Flooded Irish street (context). Front and rear views of a student-built automatic pump unit with control panel (painéal rialaithe), a probe (tóireadóir), submersible pump (caidéal intumtha), water-in (uisce isteach) and water-out (uisce amach) labels. Separate image: a brass probe with a tapered, pointed end (foirceann barrchaolaithe).", |
| "topic": "Materials / Manufacturing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Ábhar: miotal nó miotal ainmnithe (metal / a named metal) = 1 mark. Uirlis nó meaisín: Deil, líomhán, líomhadóir, greanóir (lathe, file, grinder/sander) = 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q2aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Is as aicrileach atá an seastán don aonad déanta. Is teirmeaplaisteach é aicrileach. Mínigh an téarma teirmeaplaisteach. Teirmeaplaisteach:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of a green L-shaped acrylic stand/bracket (seastán aicrileach) with mounting holes.", |
| "topic": "Materials / Plastics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Is féidir é a mhúnlú (a bhogadh) trína théamh. (It can be moulded/reshaped by heating it.) = 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q2aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Sna spásanna thíos, déan sceitse d'fhorbairt an tseastáin. Taispeáin na línte lúbtha agus neas-suíomhanna na bpoll. Forbairt:", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Design / Development drawing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Imlíne cheart (correct outline) 1 + 2 líne lúbtha (2 fold lines) 1 + suíomh na bpoll (hole positions) 1 = 3 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q2aiv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 5, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh meaisín a úsáidtear chun an seastán aicrileach a lúbadh agus liostaigh dhá chéim sa phróiseas lúbtha. Meaisín: / Céim 1: / Céim 2:", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Manufacturing processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Meaisín: stialltéitheoir / sreang the / lúbaire líne (strip heater / hot wire / line bender; oven = 0) = 1 mark. Two valid steps (e.g. marcáil amach / teas / lúbadh ar an bhfoirmeán = mark out / heat / bend on former): Céim 1 = 2 marks, Céim 2 = 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q2bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar íomhá den bhrac atá priontáilte 3T don chaidéal intumtha uisce. Luaigh cúis le priontáil 3T a úsáid chun an pháirt seo a dhéanamh agus ainmnigh plaisteach oiriúnach chuige sin. Cúis: / Plaisteach oiriúnach:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of a red 3D-printed bracket (brac) with two circular holes/bores, used to mount the submersible water pump.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing / Plastics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Cúis: cruth casta, níos éasca a dhéanamh trí úsáid a bhaint as priontáil 3T (complex shape, easier to make via 3D printing) = 2 marks. Plaisteach oiriúnach: PLA, ABS, ASA, PETP, ETG, PC, PP, PETG, PVC = 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q2bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh tiontú fuinnimh a tharlaíonn nuair a bhíonn an caidéal ag oibriú. Ó: / Go:", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Energy", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Ó: leictreach (electrical) ✓; Go: cinéiteach (kinetic) ✓ = 1+1 = 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q2biii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Is caidéal 12 volta é an caidéal intumtha uisce don aonad seo a bhfuil toilleadh/acmhainn pumpála de 8 líotar sa nóiméad aige. Cé mhéad líotar uisce a phumpálfaidh an t-aonad in aon uair an chloig? Ríomh: / Freagra:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of a cyan submersible pump labelled 'BOHLE... MADE IN ... 12 Volt, 8 Litres'.", |
| "topic": "Calculation", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "8L/min x 60 nóiméad (1 mharc) = 480 (1 mharc). Answer = 480 litres per hour.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q2biv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Le linn ídiú cumhachta an chaidéil a thástáil, fuarthas amach gur ídigh sé 6 vata cumhachta. Ríomh an sruth a shreabhann trí mhótar an chaidéil. Nóta: Cumhacht = Voltas x Sruth. Ríomh: / Freagra:", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Electronics / Calculation", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Sruth = Cumhacht / Voltas; 6/12 (1 mharc) = 0.5 Aimp (1 mharc). Current = 0.5 A.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q2ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 6, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar san íomhá an ciorcad rialaithe don chóras pumpála. Sa tábla thíos, ainmnigh gach comhbhall agus cuir in iúl a shuíomh (A, B, nó C) ar an PCB thíos.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of a green PCB for the automatic pump system with a battery snap lead, a resistor at position A, an LED labelled near B, and a transistor (metal-can/TO-92) at position C. The table column 'Comhbhall' shows three component photos to identify: a blue cylindrical pump/motor, a potentiometer (variable resistor), and a toggle switch. Columns: Comhbhall / Ainm / Suíomh ar an PCB.", |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "1 mark name + 1 mark position each (6 total): Blue cylinder = Caidéal (pump), suíomh C; potentiometer = Friotóir Inathraithe (variable resistor), suíomh B; toggle = Lasc (switch), suíomh A.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q2cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Cad dó a seasann na litreacha (Béarla) PCB? P: / C: / B:", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Electronics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "P: Priontáilte (Printed) ✓; C: Ciorcad (Circuit) ✓; B: Clár (Board) ✓ = 1 mark each (3 total).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q3ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "D'fhorbair Dean Kamen, aireagóir Meiriceánach, an chéad iompróir pearsanta féinchothromaithe dhárothach tráchtála. Seoladh é in 2001. Tá cuid mhaith leaganacha malartacha den smaoineamh seo á monarú ag déantúsóirí eile anois. I múnlaí níos nua de na gléasanna seo, déantar an stiúradh gan ach claonadh sa treo ina dteastaíonn uait gluaiseacht. Mol buntáiste amháin agus míbhuntáiste amháin a bhaineann le hiompróirí pearsanta dhárothacha leictreacha. Buntáiste: / Míbhuntáiste:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Renders of an electric two-wheeled self-balancing personal transporter with a steering column (Segway-type), and a red self-balancing hoverboard.", |
| "topic": "Transport / Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Buntáiste (2 marks): éasca a stiúradh/chasadh, áitíonn siad spás beag, éifeachtúil ó thaobh costas de, astaíochtaí ísle (easy to steer/turn, small footprint, cost-efficient, low emissions). Míbhuntáiste (2 marks): tá athluchtú ag teastáil, sábháilteacht (guais tine - ceallra) (needs recharging, safety - battery fire hazard).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q3aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Mínigh cén fáth a mbíonn dhá mhótar ag teastáil chun an cineál seo iompróra a oibriú. Freagra:", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms / Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "stiúradh (steering - each wheel is driven independently to allow steering/turning and balance) = 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q3aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Úsáidtear cruach i bhfráma inmheánach na n-iompróirí seo. Luaigh airí amháin atá ag cruach a dhéanann í rogha oiriúnach mar ábhar. Airí:", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "neart (strength) = 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q3bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar dearadh mic léinn do bhréagán dhárothach féinchothromaithe le gluaisne chun tosaigh. Nuair a bhí an dearadh á thástáil, fuair an mac léinn amach go raibh meáchanlár chabhail an bhréagáin ró-ard. Céard a bheadh tugtha faoi deara ag an mac léinn ba chúis le teacht ar an gconclúid sin dó agus conas a d'fhéadfaí an fhadhb a réiteach? Tugtha faoi deara: / Réiteach:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of a student two-wheeled self-balancing toy vehicle (large wheels, a tall body 'corp', gearbox/motor mounted high). The centre of gravity is too high.", |
| "topic": "Design / Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Tugtha faoi deara: corp ag iompú bunoscionn, míshocair (body tips over / unstable) = 2 marks. Réiteach: meáchanlár a laghdú trí mheáchan a chur leis an mbonn nó airde a laghdú (agus meáchan) den chuid uachtarach den seastán (lower the centre of gravity by adding weight to the base or reducing height/weight of the upper part) = 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q3bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Gearradh na rothaí le léasar as clár monaraithe. Ainmnigh clár oiriúnach chuige sin. Clár monaraithe:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of the toy's gearbox (giarbhosca) detail with motor and gears.", |
| "topic": "Materials / Manufactured board", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Aon chlár bailí: MDF, sraithadhmad (plywood), crua-chlár / slíschláir (hardboard / chipboard), plaisteach, miotal (solid wood = 0) = 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q3biii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Chun an bréagán a bhogadh ar luas oiriúnach agus le dóthain toirc, roghnaíodh an giarbhosca a thaispeántar san íomhá thuas. Sa chomhthéacs seo, mínigh an tearma torc. Torc:", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "fórsa casta, nóiméad casta (turning force / turning moment). 'Ag casadh' amháin = 1 mark; T = F x d = 1 mark. Total 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q3ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 5, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar amharc taoibh (taobhchló) de chorp an bhréagáin. Déan sceitse de theilgean ingearchló an choirp sa spás atá curtha ar fáil (is féidir na poill a fhágáil ar lár).", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of the yellow toy body 'corp' (a vertical post with a flat top tab and a foot/base), shown as a side view (amharc taoibh). The answer frame asks for the front elevation (ingearchló). Holes may be omitted.", |
| "topic": "Graphics / Orthographic projection", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Correct front elevation outline (three shape feature ticks, 1 each) + Méid (size/proportion) 1 + I gcomhréir (in proportion) 1 = 5 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q3cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Bain úsáid as na siombailí do na comhbhaill chiorcaid a thugtar agus déan líníocht 2T den chiorcad rialaithe le haghaidh an bhréagáin sa spás thíos. [Siombailí tugtha: ceallra/bataire, mótar (M), lasc.]", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Three circuit symbols are given to be used: a battery/cell symbol (+ |I---I|), a motor symbol (circle with M), and a switch symbol. The student draws a 2D circuit diagram of the toy's control circuit using these symbols.", |
| "topic": "Electronics / Circuit drawing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "1 mark per correctly drawn connecting wire by colour: Dearg (red), Glas (green), Oráiste (orange) = 3 marks. Correct answer is a series circuit of battery, motor (M) and switch joined correctly.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q4ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "4(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "4", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Sa bhliain 1926, thug an t-aireagóir Albanach, John Logie Baird, an chéad taispeántas poiblí d'fhíorchóras teilifíse, agus sheol sé réabhlóid i gcúrsaí cumarsáide agus siamsaíochta. Rinneadh cuid mhaith dul chun cinn i dteicneolaíocht teilifíseán le blianta beaga. Liostaigh dhá dhul chun cinn dá leithéid. 1. / 2.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Archive photo of John Logie Baird with early mechanical television apparatus.", |
| "topic": "Communications / Technology in society", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2 marks each (4 total): 1. Scáileáin HiDef, OLED, satailít & ilchainéalach (HiDef/OLED screens, satellite, multi-channel). 2. rochtain idirlín ar an teilifís, cluichí a imirt, fuaim (internet access on TV, gaming, sound).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q4aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "4(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "4", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Úsáidtear solas infridhearg go forleathan sa teicneolaíocht. Tá oibriú cianrialtáin teilifíseáin ar cheann amháin de na samplaí is coitianta dá leithéid. Ainmnigh gléas amháin eile a úsáideann solas infridhearg. Freagra:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of a hand holding a TV remote control (cianrialtán).", |
| "topic": "Electronics / Light", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "ceamaraí teirmeacha, ceamaraí oíche, lampaí téimh, braiteoirí teasa (thermal cameras, night-vision cameras, heat lamps, heat sensors) = 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q4aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "4(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "4", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar dearadh mic léinn do sheastán rothlach teilifíseáin atá cianrialaithe. Is féidir leis an gcuid uachtair den seastán casadh ar imthaca 'Lazy Susan' atá cumhachtaithe ag an gcóras leictrimheicniúil a thaispeántar. Mínigh feidhm imthaca 'Lazy Susan' sa dearadh. Freagra:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Rear view (amharc cúil) render of a rotating TV stand: top plate with bolt holes to fix the TV (poill boltaí), a blue 'Lazy Susan' turntable bearing, a microswitch (micrealasc luamháin), gears and a motor underneath.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "frithchuimilt a laghdú, ligeann sé an seastán rothlú gan srian (reduces friction; lets the stand rotate freely/without restriction) = 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q4bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "4(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "4", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar san íomhá amharc tosaigh chomhbhaill an chórais rialaithe le haghaidh an tseastáin. [Loighic: Máistirlasc air = Leibhéal Loighce 1; Glacadóir infridhearg brúite = Leibhéal Loighce 1 (níl brúite = 0); Micrealasc L brúite = Leibhéal Loighce 1 (níl brúite = 0).] Ainmnigh na geataí loighce B agus C a theastaíonn chun an córas seo a oibriú. [Geata Loighce A = AGUS tugtha.]", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Logic block diagram: inputs Máistirlasc & Cianrialtán feed Geata Loighce A (AND); Micrealasc L feeds Geata Loighce B; outputs of A and B feed Geata Loighce C, whose output drives the Mótar Air/As. Front-view render of the control components (microswitch luamháin L, infrared receiver, master switch máistirlasc air/as).", |
| "topic": "Electronics / Logic", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Geata Loighce B = NÍ (NOT) (1 mark); Geata Loighce C = AGUS (AND) (1 mark). (Geata Loighce A = AGUS/AND given.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q4bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "4(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "4", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Críochnaigh an tábla fírinne don gheata loighce AND thíos. Ionchur 1 / Ionchur 2 / Aschur. Rónna: (1,1,?), (1,0,0 tugtha), (0,1,?), (0,0,?).", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "AND gate truth table with columns Ionchur 1 / Ionchur 2 / Aschur. Row (1,0) output 0 is given; the other three outputs must be completed.", |
| "topic": "Electronics / Logic", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "1 mark per correct output (3 to complete): (1,1)=1; (0,1)=0; (0,0)=0. [(1,0)=0 given.]", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q4ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "4(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "4", |
| "marks": 5, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Tá an feireadh ciorcaid (don seastán) déanta as leathán de Pholaistiréin Ardtuinsimh. (HIPS sa Bhéarla). Ainmnigh an meaisín a úsáidtear chun an feireadh a dhéanamh agus uimhrigh na ceithre chéim eile ina ord ceart chun an feireadh a dhéanamh. Tá an chéad chéim uimhrithe duit. Ainm an mheaisín: / Céimeanna sa phróiseas (Ord): Tar éis fuaraithe, aisiompaigh an folúschaidéal chun an plaisteach a scaoileadh; Nuair a bhíonn an plaisteach sách bog, cas as an teas agus ardaigh an pláitín; Cuir an foirmeán isteach sa mheaisín agus clampáil an plaisteach ina shuíomh; Cas air an eilimint téimh roimhré (= 1, tugtha); Cas air an folúschaidéal agus cas as é nuair a bheidh an plaisteach foirmithe.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of a red circular vacuum-formed base (feireadh ciorcaid) of the rotating TV stand. The table lists five process steps to be numbered in correct order; step 'Cas air an eilimint téimh roimhré' is pre-numbered 1.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing / Vacuum forming", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Ainm an mheaisín: Folúsfhoirmiú (vacuum forming; 'thermo' alone = 0) = 1 mark. Order: Cas air eilimint téimh roimhré = 1 (given); Cuir foirmeán isteach & clampáil = 2; Nuair atá plaisteach sách bog, cas as teas & ardaigh pláitín = 3; Cas air folúschaidéal & cas as nuair foirmithe = 4; Tar éis fuaraithe, aisiompaigh folúschaidéal chun scaoileadh = 5. 1 mark per correct order (4 orderable steps).", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q4cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "4(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "4", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar an brac ar a bhfuil mótar an ghiarbhosca feistithe ina fhoirm chomhréidh agus ina fhoirm lúbtha. Roghnaigh miotal oiriúnach don bhrac agus luaigh cúis le do rogha. Miotal oiriúnach: / Cúis le do rogha:", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Render of a metal mounting bracket shown in flat form (foirm chomhréidh, a rectangular plate with holes) and bent into an L-shape (foirm lúbtha) for mounting the gearbox motor.", |
| "topic": "Materials / Manufacturing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Miotal oiriúnach: miotal ainmnithe (a named metal) = 1 mark. Cúis le do rogha: cúis bhailí ar bith (any valid reason) = 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2024-common-level-IV-q4ciii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2024, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "4(c)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "4", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Déan cur síos ar phróiseas lúbtha an bhraic miotail. Córas lúbtha:", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Manufacturing processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Córas lúbtha: 2 chéim - marcáil amach, clampa sa suíomh, lúb (mark out, clamp in position, bend). An chéad phróiseas ceart = 1 mark; an dara próiseas ceart = 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2024 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q1ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A toy bubble machine is shown. State two safety features of such toys. Feature 1: ___ Feature 2: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photo of a green and purple plastic 'Bubble machine' toy with a bottle of bubble solution attached; rounded plastic housing with a bubble-wand opening on the front.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two valid safety features, 1 mark each: e.g. no sharp edges; non-toxic paint/solution, no loose parts; reference to mechanism, housing or electrical system.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q1aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Plastics are commonly used in the manufacture of everyday products. Use a tick (✓) to show if each of the following statements is true or false. Statements: 'Thermoplastics can be remoulded when heated'; 'Acrylic is a thermosetting plastic'; 'PVC stands for Polyvinyl Chloride'; 'Drinks bottles are generally made from PET type plastic'.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "True/False table with four rows (the four statements above) and two tick columns labelled 'True' and 'False'.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Thermoplastics can be remoulded when heated = True; Acrylic is a thermosetting plastic = False; PVC stands for Polyvinyl Chloride = True; Drinks bottles are generally made from PET type plastic = True. (Scheme shows a tick beside the correct answer for each row.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q1aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "List two important things that a designer must consider when designing toys for very young children. 1: ___ 2: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photo of a colourful plastic activity toy shaped like an elephant, with bead maze, rollers and buttons - an example of a toy for very young children.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Design", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two valid considerations: e.g. attractive colours / sound; easy access (handling) - more robust; easy clean, educational, safety; age appropriate, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q1bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "The front and rear views of a student design for a bubble blower are shown. The main column and the base are made from hardwood. Name a suitable hardwood and give a reason for your choice. Hardwood: ___ Reason: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D renders showing the front and rear views of a bubble blower assembly: a wooden base/trough holding bubble solution, a wooden main column, and a motor with a rotating dipper at the top. Trough and Motor are labelled.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Wood", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Hardwood: any valid (1 mark) e.g. beech, oak. Reason: durable, colour, attractive, easy shaped, etc. (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q1bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "The plug (mould) used to vacuum-form the trough for holding the bubble solution is made from MDF. What do the letters MDF stand for? M___ D___ F___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photo of a solid rectangular block labelled 'MDF plug' (the vacuum-forming mould).", |
| "topic": "Materials & Wood", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "M = Medium, D = Density, F = Fibreboard (Medium Density Fibreboard). 1 mark per letter/word.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q1biii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "In the space below describe, using notes and sketches, the processes required to make the plug from three layers of MDF.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Manufacturing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Sketch plus Process x 2: e.g. cut MDF to size; glue layers; sand (shape) layers; finish (paint) plug. Awarded as 2 sketches & 1 process, or 2 processes & 1 sketch (marks split 2/1/2 across the marking points).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q1biv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "The rotating 'dipper', made from acrylic, is complex in shape and detail. Name a suitable computer controlled machine that could be used to cut out this shape and briefly describe the process. Name of machine: ___ Process: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photo of a green flat acrylic 'Acrylic dipper' - a star/flower shaped part with multiple rounded petal-like arms radiating from a central hub.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Name of machine: laser cutter, 3D printer, CNC router / milling machine (1 mark). Process: 2 valid steps (1 mark each).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q1ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The dipper is rotated by the final driven gear of the gear train shown. The smaller gears have 10 teeth and the larger gears have 50 teeth. Using the formula below, calculate the Velocity Ratio (VR) of this gear train. VR = (No. of teeth on driven gear / No. of teeth on driver gear) x (No. of teeth on driven gear / No. of teeth on driver gear).", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Diagram of a compound gear train: a blue 'Driver' gear, two intermediate wooden gears (one with 10 teeth, one with 50 teeth shown), driving a 'Final driven gear'. Two gear meshes each step up from 10 to 50 teeth.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "VR = (50/10) x (50/10) = 5 x 5 = 25. (Answer = 25.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q1cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "If the motor shaft rotates at 500 RPM, calculate the rotational speed of the dipper.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "500 / 25 = 20 RPM. (Answer = 20 RPM.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q1di", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "In the space provided, describe with the aid of sketches, a suitable method of joining the wooden column and base.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D renders of the 'Wooden column and base': a tall wooden column with a ring/hole at the top, shown separately from a rounded rectangular wooden base, to be joined together.", |
| "topic": "Wood Joining", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Sketch + Method: e.g. mark out, drill, screw / dowels / glue. Awarded as 2 sketches & 1 process or 2 process & 1 sketch (marks split 1/1/1).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q1dii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Name a suitable protective finish for the wood and briefly describe two processes required to prepare the wood for this finish. Protective finish: ___ Process 1: ___ Process 2: ___", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Wood Finishing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Protective finish: varnish / lacquer / oil / stain / paint (1 mark). Process x 2 (any two valid): e.g. sand, clean (wipe down), floor removal/dust removal (1 mark each).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q1diii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Name a suitable machine to use when drilling the hole for the motor and list two precautions that should be observed when operating this machine. Machine name: ___ Precaution 1: ___ Precaution 2: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D render of the wooden column laid flat, with a drilled 'Hole for the motor' near one end, indicated by an arrow.", |
| "topic": "Workshop Safety", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Machine name: pillar / hand drill (1 mark). Precaution x 2 (any two valid): e.g. safety glasses, no loose hair / clothes, clamp piece, etc. (1 mark each).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q1e", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(e)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Draw in the three wires required to connect the components of the control circuit to operate the bubble blower.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photos of three components to be wired: a 9V battery clip with red and black leads (left), a toggle on/off switch (centre), and a DC motor (right). Student must draw three wires connecting battery, switch and motor.", |
| "topic": "Electronics & Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Three correct wires connecting battery, switch and motor (each wire/connection 1 mark; scheme shows three ticks on the wired diagram).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q1fi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(f)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "The acrylic mounting panel for the on/off switch is shown. In the space below make a sketch of the complete development (flat pattern) for this panel showing all holes and bend lines.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D render of a U-shaped (channel) acrylic bracket/mounting panel with a circular hole on each of the two upright flanges; student must draw its flat development showing the two bend lines and the holes.", |
| "topic": "Technical Drawing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Flat development showing: flat view, curved/bend edges, 2 holes, fold lines (3) - 1 mark each marking point (flat view; curved edges; 2 holes; fold lines x3).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q1fii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(f)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Number the following steps in their correct sequence (order) to produce a good quality finish on the edges of the switch panel. The first step is numbered for you. Steps: 'Firmly rub all the edges with a fine grade steel wool'; 'Burnish the edges using a cloth and a suitable polish'; 'Sand all the edges with a suitable sandpaper' (= Step 1).", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Table with a 'Steps in the process' column (three finishing steps) and an 'Order' column; the 'Sand all the edges' row is pre-filled as Step 1.", |
| "topic": "Acrylic Finishing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Sand all the edges with sandpaper = Step 1 (given); Firmly rub all the edges with fine grade steel wool = Step 2; Burnish the edges using a cloth and polish = Step 3.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2ai-aero", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(i) Aerodynamic", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Explain the following terms. Aerodynamic: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photo of a '2023 RB19 Formula 1 Car' (red/blue F1 racing car) shown for context to Question 2 about a high-speed performance car.", |
| "topic": "Design & Performance", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Aerodynamic: low air resistance / shape which reduces drag from moving air.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2ai-cog", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(i) Low centre of gravity", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Explain the following terms. Low centre of gravity: ___", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Design & Performance", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Low centre of gravity: mass of car low (to the ground) / balance point close to the ground.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "The body of a Formula 1 car is typically made from carbon fibre composites. List two properties of carbon fibre that make it suitable for this purpose. Property 1: ___ Property 2: ___", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two of: lightweight; strong; chemical/corrosion resistance; can be moulded; rigid; high strength to weight ratio. (1 mark each.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "RC toys are a popular source of entertainment for all ages. What do the letters RC stand for? R___ C___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photo of a green RC (radio-controlled) stunt toy car and its handheld remote controller.", |
| "topic": "Electronics & Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "R = Radio / Remote; C = Control. (Radio remote control.) 1 mark each.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Name one other device that uses RC technology. Device: ___", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Electronics & Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any one valid device: e.g. drones / munitions / robots / other toys / mars rover, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "A student design for a motorised toy car with manual steering is shown. The car has forward and reverse motion control and LED headlights that operate automatically in low light conditions. Use a tick (✓) to identify the type of switch used to control the motor. Options: DPST, DPDT, SPDT.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D render of a red open-frame motorised toy car. Components labelled: 'Lighting switch', 'Forward/Reverse slide switch'. Below, a tick-box list of switch types: DPST, DPDT, SPDT.", |
| "topic": "Electronics & Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "DPDT (the scheme ticks DPDT - a double pole double throw switch is needed for forward/reverse motor control).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "The steering system uses a two-part mechanism as shown. Name the mechanism. Name: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D render of the toy car steering system: a long linkage rod connecting the steerable front wheels, with a small geared mechanism (labelled positions A and B) that converts the input motion to steer the wheels.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Rack & pinion. (1 mark for each correct word: rack and pinion.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2ciii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Component A changes one type of motion into another type of motion at component B. Name each type of motion. Motion at A: ___ Motion at B: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Refers to the rack & pinion steering mechanism: component A is the rotary pinion gear, component B is the linear-moving rack/linkage.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Motion at A: rotary; Motion at B: linear. (1 mark each.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2civ", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A special coupling is used to connect the steering column to the steering mechanism. It is called a Universal Joint. Explain why this joint is a necessary part of the steering system. Answer: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D render showing the 'Steering column' connected to the steering mechanism via a 'Universal joint' coupling on the toy car.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Suitable answer: because the steering wheel is not in line with the pinion gear (allows rotary motion between two axes / steering column and pinion gear are inclined to each other), and so directs motion through an angle.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2cv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(v)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "The steering mechanism is assembled using a specific type of nut, as shown. Name this type of nut and explain why it is used in this situation. Type of nut: ___ Explanation for using this type of nut: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Close-up 3D render of the steering mechanism assembly highlighting a 'Nut' used to secure the assembly.", |
| "topic": "Mechanical Fasteners", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Type of nut: lock (nut), Nyloc nut (2 marks). Explanation: prevent parts coming apart (loosening) (1 mark).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2di", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(d)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "As part of the control circuit for the automatic lighting, the LED headlights are connected in parallel. In the image opposite, sketch in the two wire connections necessary to connect the LEDs in parallel.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Diagram showing two red LEDs; student must draw the two wires that connect the two LEDs in parallel.", |
| "topic": "Electronics & Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Two correct wire connections joining the LEDs in parallel (scheme shows a tick on each of the two added connections; 1 mark each).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2dii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(d)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "An LDR is used as an input for the sensing circuit to switch on the LEDs when light levels are low. What do the letters LDR stand for? L___ D___ R___", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Electronics & Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "L = Light, D = Dependent, R = Resistor (Light Dependent Resistor). 1 mark per word.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2diii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(d)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "A battery is used to power the lighting circuit. Name one energy conversion taking place when the lighting circuit is switched on. From: ___ To: ___", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Energy", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "From: Chemical / Electrical To: Heat / Light. (1 mark each side.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2div", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(d)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "The circuit board for the lighting circuit is shown below. Complete the table opposite indicating the position of each of the components on the circuit board. Three components have been completed for you.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Image of a printed circuit board (PCB) with positions labelled A-G, beside a table listing electronic components (resistors, capacitor/diode, transistor, switch, LED) in a 'Component' column with a 'Location' column to fill in. Three rows pre-completed (B, A, D given).", |
| "topic": "Electronics & Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Component-to-location matches (scheme): rows answered E, B, A, F, G, D, C respectively (B, A, D were pre-given; student supplies E, F, G, C). 1 mark per correctly placed component.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2ei", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Name a suitable computer aided manufacturing process that could be used to produce the plastic steering wheel. Process: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D render of a circular red and grey 'Plastic steering wheel' shown from two angles.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Process: 3D printing. (1 mark.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2eii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "The steering wheel is an example of a shell structure. List two other examples of a shell structure. Example 1: ___ Example 2: ___", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Structures", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two valid examples: e.g. domes, shells (plants & animals), ball, lunch box. (1 mark each.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2eiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 5, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Name the machine used to bend the plastic seat and briefly describe three steps in the bending process. Machine: ___ Step 1: ___ Step 2: ___ Step 3: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D render of a moulded yellow 'Plastic seat' with a curved, bent ergonomic form and a perforated section in the seat pan.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Machine: strip heater / line bender (2 marks). Three valid consecutive steps in the bending process: 3 x 1 mark (Step 1, Step 2, Step 3 each 1 mark).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2fi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(f)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "An alternative method of controlling the automatic LED lighting is to use Logic Gates. The block diagram shows the control system and the different logic level inputs. Name the Logic Gates at A and B. Logic Gate A: ___ Logic Gate B: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Block diagram: 'Light Sensor' (Day = Logic 1, Night = Logic 0) feeds 'Logic Gate A'; a 'Power switch' (on = Logic 1, off = Logic 0) and Gate A feed 'Logic Gate B', whose output drives 'Lights On'.", |
| "topic": "Logic / Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Logic Gate A = NOT; Logic Gate B = AND. (1 mark each.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2fii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(f)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Draw the symbol for Logic Gate B and complete the Truth Table for this gate. Truth table rows (Input 1, Input 2, Output): (1, _, 1); (_, 0, 0); (0, _, 0); (0, 0, 0).", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "A box for drawing the Logic Gate B (AND) symbol, and a truth table with columns Input 1, Input 2, Output; some cells pre-filled, student completes the missing inputs/outputs.", |
| "topic": "Logic / Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Symbol: AND gate (the standard D-shaped AND symbol with '&') - 2 marks. Truth table completion: Input1=1, Input2=1, Output=1; (0,0,0); Input1=0, Input2=1, Output=0; (0,0,0). Missing inputs filled (1+1 for the two completed input cells = 2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q2g", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(g)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "In the space opposite, sketch the elevation of the universal joint part shown, when looking in the direction of arrow A.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D render of a universal-joint part: a cubic body with a cylindrical boss/hole on top and a clevis (two-pronged fork) with a circular hole below; arrow A indicates the viewing direction for the elevation.", |
| "topic": "Technical Drawing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Correct elevation showing: correct view, top (boss), body, opening (hole) - 1 mark each marking point.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q3a", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "For centuries man has experimented with robotics. The earliest robots were purely mechanical creations referred to as automatons. The automaton in the picture was designed to make a specific drawing repeatedly. Outline one way in which modern robotics has changed industry in recent decades. Answer: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photo of an antique mechanical automaton: a doll-like figure seated at a writing desk, designed to draw/write repeatedly (illustrating early robotics).", |
| "topic": "Robotics & Technology", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any valid answer: e.g. safety / improved quality, dangerous tasks; increased rate of production; lower cost of production, efficiency; complex accurate tasks, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q3b", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "German company Festo have created a bionic ant as part of their work in the area of Biomimicry. Many engineering companies are now involved in biomimicry where they research how natural creatures move, swim, navigate, fly etc. and try to reproduce this in man-made animatronics. Name one technological advance that makes it possible to produce robotic insects such as that shown above. Answer: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photo of Festo's robotic 'bionic ant' - a transparent/electronic insect-like robot showing visible circuitry and legs (an animatronic created via biomimicry).", |
| "topic": "Robotics & Technology", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any one valid: e.g. smart materials; smaller chip size; machine manufacture at small scale; 3D printing; nano technology, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q3ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "A solution to a student design brief for an animatronic insect is shown. The solution uses a motor, gearbox and three crankshafts. One crankshaft is driven by the motor and gearbox. The result is a forward or reverse motion where the main body and side supports are constantly rising and falling as the insect moves. The progression of movement is shown below. Suggest a suitable surface on which to operate this insect and give a reason for your choice. Suitable surface: ___ Reason: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D renders: an animatronic insect on curved wooden side supports (rocker legs) with a red panel and motor; below, a 4-frame sequence showing the progression of forward 'walking' motion as the body rocks up and down over the curved supports. Rear view shows motor control.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Suitable surface: non slip surface (1 mark). Reason: friction / grip (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q3cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Name the drive mechanism shown and give two reasons for its selection in this design. Mechanism name: ___ Reason 1: ___ Reason 2: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D render of the drive mechanism: a grey housing containing an orange worm gear meshing with a worm wheel on a shaft, driven by a small motor (worm & worm wheel gear set).", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Mechanism name: worm & (worm) wheel (2 x 1 mark for the two words). Reason 1/2 (any two): torque, size, space, large speed reduction, VR, motion through 90°, lock mechanism, can be used I reverse, etc. (2 marks each).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q3ciii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "It was decided to power the insect using rechargeable batteries. Give two advantages of using rechargeable batteries over standard single use batteries. Advantage 1: ___ Advantage 2: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photo of a battery charger dock with four 9V rechargeable batteries (illustrating rechargeable batteries).", |
| "topic": "Energy & Sustainability", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any two valid advantages: e.g. environment (less waste), cost (cheaper over time), etc. (2 marks each.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q3di", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(d)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Name a suitable manufactured board from which to make the side supports. Manufactured board: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photo of a curved laminated wooden 'Side support' (the rocker leg) with screw holes at each end.", |
| "topic": "Materials & Wood", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Manufactured board: fiberboard, plywood, MDF, etc. (1 mark.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q3dii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(d)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 5, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "In the space below describe, with the aid of sketches, the processes involved in cutting and shaping a side support.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Manufacturing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Sketch + Process x 2: e.g. marking out, cutting out, finishing, drilling. Awarded as 2 sketches & 1 process, or 2 process & 1 sketch (marks split 2/1/2 across the marking points).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q3diii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(d)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Name a machine or tool that could be used when cutting out the rectangular slot in the acrylic control panel. Machine or tool: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D render of a flat red 'Acrylic control panel' with a rectangular slot/window cut out of its centre.", |
| "topic": "Manufacturing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Machine or tool: laser, CNC router, drill & file; saw (fret, scroll, coping, piercing, jig). (2 marks.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q3ei", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(e)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The driver crankshaft highlighted below must have enough turning force to move the insect. What is the name for this turning force? Name: ___", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D render 'View of the insect from underneath' with the 'Driver crankshaft' highlighted by a red ellipse - a central geared crankshaft driven by the motor.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Name: torque (torsion). (1 mark.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q3eii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(e)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Name a machine or tool that uses this same force when operating. Machine or tool: ___", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any valid: wrench, screwdriver, spanner, etc. (1 mark.)", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-EV-q3eiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "EV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(e)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "The main gear of the drive mechanism has 40 teeth. The motor speed is 2000 RPM. Calculate the rotational speed of the main gear.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D render of the drive mechanism (worm and worm wheel in a grey housing); the worm wheel is the 'Main gear 40 Teeth' driven by the motor.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2000 / 40 = 50 RPM. (Answer = 50 RPM.) Note: a worm has 1 start, so 2000 ÷ 40 = 50 RPM.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q1ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar meaisín bréagán boilgeoige. Luaigh dhá ghné shábháilteachta a bhaineann le bréagán dá leithéid.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a colourful bubble-making toy machine (meaisín bréagán boilgeoige) shaped like a cartoon animal. Two answer boxes provided (Gné 1, Gné 2).", |
| "topic": "Materials & Safety", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Two valid safety features, 1 mark each. Accepted: no loose/detachable parts, non-toxic paint/materials, no sharp edges, secure parts, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q1aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Úsáidtear plaistigh go coitianta i monarú gnáth-tháirgí. Cuir in iúl le tic (✓) cé acu atá gach ceann de na ráitis seo a leanas fíor nó bréagach: (a) Is féidir teirmeaplaistigh a athdhealbhú nuair a bhíonn siad téite; (b) Is plaisteach teirmifhleisteach é aicrileach; (c) Seasann PVC do Polyvinyl Chloride; (d) Déantar buidéil di i gcoitinne as plaisteach den chineál PET.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Table with three columns: Ráiteas (statement) / Fíor (true) / Bréagach (false), four statement rows to be ticked.", |
| "topic": "Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "1 mark per correct tick (4 marks total). (a) Fíor (True); (b) Bréagach (False); (c) Fíor (True); (d) Fíor (True).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q1aiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(a)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Liostaigh dhá rud shábháilteachta nach mór do dhearthóir a chur san áireamh nuair a bhíonn bréagáin á ndearadh do leanaí an-óga.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a baby/toddler activity toy (multi-coloured musical/activity cube). Two answer boxes provided.", |
| "topic": "Design & Safety", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Two valid points (shared scale, ~1 mark each / ½+½ pairs). Accepted: attractive colours, sound, accessible moving parts, robust, easy to clean, educational, safety, age-appropriate, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q1bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar amharc tosaigh agus amharc cúil de dhearadh mic léinn le haghaidh séidire boilgeog. As crua-adhmad atá an príomhchnámh agus an bonn déanta. Ainmnigh crua-adhmad oiriúnach agus tabhair cúis le do rogha.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Front and back 3D views of a student-designed 'bubble blower' on a wooden base: parts labelled Séidire boilgeog (bubble blower), Mótar (motor), Trach (trough), Múnla MDF (MDF mould). Answer boxes: Crua-adhmad / Cúis.", |
| "topic": "Materials (Wood)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Hardwood 1 mark (e.g. beech/oak); reason 2 marks (e.g. durable, attractive grain/colour). Total 3 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q1bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Déantar an múnla (plug i mbéarla) a úsáidtear chun fóliúfhoirmiú a dhéanamh ar an trach a choimisíonn an tuaslagán boilgeoige as MDF (i mbéarla). Cad dó a seasann na litreacha MDF (i mbéarla)? M____ D____ F____", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Materials", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "MDF = Medium Density Fibreboard (Meán-Dlúis Clár Snáithíneach). 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q1biii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 6, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Sa spás thíos, bain úsáid as nótaí agus sceitsí agus déan cur síos ar na próisis is gá chun an múnla a dhéanamh as trí shraith de MDF.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Manufacturing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Notes + sketches of process to make mould from three MDF layers: cut to size (marcáil/gearradh), shape, glue/laminate layers, finish. Marked as 2 sketches & 2 processes (combined scale, ~6 marks; split per element derived).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q1biv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(b)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Is casta iad an cruth agus na sonraí atá ag an 'liach' rothlach, atá déanta as aicrileach. Ainmnigh meaisín oiriúnach ríomhrialaithe a d'fhéadfaí a úsáid chun an cruth seo a ghearradh amach agus déan cur síos achomair ar an bpróiseas.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Image of a complex green acrylic rotating paddle/scoop (liach aicrileach) with multiple curved lobes/cut-outs.", |
| "topic": "CAD/CAM", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Machine 1 mark: laser cutter (gearrthóir léasair) or CNC router/milling machine (cuasphlána RRU). Process 1 mark: valid description of CNC/laser cutting steps. Total 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q1ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Rothlaíonn giar tiomáinte deiridh na giarshraithe a thaispeántar an liach. Tá 10 bhfiacail ag na giaranna is lú agus 50 fiacail ag na giaranna is mó. Úsáid an fhoirmle agus ríomh Cóimheas Luais (VR) na giarshraithe seo. VR = (Líon na bhfiacla ar an ngiar tiomáinte) / (Líon na bhfiacla ar an ngiar tiomána).", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Diagram of a compound gear train (giarshraith iolrach): driver (tiomántóir), gears with 10 teeth (10 bhfiacail) and 50 teeth (50 fiacail), and the final driven gear (giar tiomáinte deiridh) that rotates the paddle.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms (Gears)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "VR = (50÷10) × (50÷10) = 5 × 5 = 25. Answer: VR = 25. 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q1cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Má chasann seafta an mhótair ag 500 ríl, ríomh luas rothlach na léiche.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms (Gears)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "500 rpm ÷ 25 (VR) = 20 rpm. Answer: 20 rpm. 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q1di", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Sa spás a chuirtear ar fáil, déan cur síos, agus sceitsí mar chabhair agat, ar an mhodh oiriúnach chun an colún agus an bonn adhmaid a nascadh le chéile.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D image of a wooden column and a wooden base (Colún agus bonn adhmaid) to be joined together.", |
| "topic": "Wood Joining", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Sketch + description of a suitable joining method: mark out (marcáil), drill (druileáil), screw (scriúáil) / dowel (dualbhéa) / glue (glúáil). Marked as 2 sketches & 2 processes (combined scale; split derived).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q1dii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh bailchríoch oiriúnach chosanta don adhmad agus déan cur síos go hachomair ar dhá phróiseas is gá chun an t-adhmad a ullmhú don bhailchríoch sin.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Wood Finishing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Protective finish 1 mark (e.g. varnish/lacquer). Two valid preparation processes 1 mark each: sanding (greasáil), cleaning/dusting (glanadh/dustáil). Total 3 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q1diii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(d)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh meaisín oiriúnach lena úsáid chun poll á dhruileáil don mhótar agus liostaigh dhá réamhchúram ba cheart a chomhlíonadh agus an meaisín seo á úsáid.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D image of the wooden column with a hole for the motor (Poll don mhótar, Colún adhmaid).", |
| "topic": "Workshop Safety / Drilling", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Machine 1 mark: pillar/hand drill (druilire colúin/láimhe). Two valid precautions 1 mark each: safety glasses, tie hair back, no loose clothing, use a clamp, etc. Total 3 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q1e", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(e)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Tarraing na trí shreang is gá chun comhbhall an chiorcaid rialaithe a nascadh d'fhonn an séidire boilgeog a oibriú.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Components to be wired: a 9V battery snap/connector (red & black leads), a toggle switch, and a DC motor. Student must draw three connecting wires.", |
| "topic": "Electronics (Circuits)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Three correct connecting wires (battery → switch → motor → battery), 1 mark each = 3 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q1fi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(f)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar an painéal aicrileach suite don lasc air/as. Sa spás thíos déan sceitse den fhorbairt chríochnaithe (patrún comhroidh) don phainéal seo agus taispeáin na poill agus na línte lúbtha go léir.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D image of a bent acrylic bracket/panel for the on/off switch. Student must draw the flat development (net) showing all holes and bend lines.", |
| "topic": "Plastics / Development", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Flat development view 1 mark; curved/rounded edges 1 mark; 2 holes 1 mark; 3 bend lines 1 mark. Total 4 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q1fii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "1(f)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "1", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Uimhrigh na céimeanna seo a leanas sa seicheamh (ord) ceart chun bailchríoch de chaileacht mhaith a tháirgeadh ar chumhasaeanna an phainéil laisce. Tá an chéad chéim uimhrithe duit. Céimeanna: (a) Cuimil na cumhasaeanna go géar le bíoma chruach de ghrád min; (b) Scaoiltear na cumhasaeanna agus éadach agus snasán cniotáilte á n-úsáid; (c) Greasáil na cumhasaeanna go léir le greanpháipéar oiriúnach [= 1].", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Table: Céimeanna sa phróiseas / Ord (sequence number). Step (c) pre-numbered 1.", |
| "topic": "Plastics Finishing", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Correct order: (c) Greasáil le greanpháipéar = 1; (a) Cuimil le bíoma chruach = 2; (b) Scaoiltear le snasán = 3. ~1 mark per correctly placed remaining step (2 marks).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2ai", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Deartar carranna nua-aimseartha Foirmle 1 chun oibriú ag leibhéal feidhmíochta an-ard. Tá aeraidinmic agus meicheánaic íseal ar dhá cheann de na gnéithe tábhachtacha a bhaineann le dearadh carranna Foirmle 1. Mínigh na téarmaí seo a leanas: Aeraidinmic; Meicheánaic íseal.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a Formula 1 racing car (Carr Foirmle 1 RB19 2023).", |
| "topic": "Aerodynamics / Mechanics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Aeraidinmic: low air resistance / shape that reduces drag from moving air (2 marks). Meicheánaic íseal: low centre of gravity, mass kept low to the ground / balance point near the ground (2 marks). Total 4 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2aii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(a)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Is as snáithín carbóin comhchodlach a dhéantar cabhail cairr Foirmle 1 go tipiciúil. Liostaigh dhá airí de chuid snáithín carbóin a dhéanann oiriúnach é don chuspóir sin.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Materials (Composites)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Two properties, 1 mark each: lightweight, strong, corrosion resistant, mouldable, rigid/stiff, high strength-to-weight ratio, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2bi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Is foinse caitheamh aimsire iad bréagáin RC a bhfuil an-tóir orthu ag an uile aois. Cad dó a seasann na litreacha RC (i mbéarla)? R____ C____", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of an RC stunt toy car and its handheld remote controller.", |
| "topic": "Electronics / Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "RC = Radio Controlled (R: raidió/cian; C: rialú). 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2bii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(b)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh feiste amháin eile a úsáideann teicneolaíocht RC.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Electronics / Control", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any valid device: drone, RC boat, robot, other RC toys, Mars rover, etc. 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2ci", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar dearadh mic léinn le haghaidh carr bréagáin innealta le stiúradh láimhe. Tá rialú gluaiste ar aghaidh agus ar gcúl ag an gcarr agus ceanntsolas LED a oibríonn go huathoibríoch nuair a bhíonn solas íseal ann. Úsáid tic (✓) chun an cineál laisce a úsáidtear le haghaidh rialú an mhótair a chur in iúl: DPST / DPDT / SPDT.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D image of a red toy car: labelled Lasc soilsithe (lighting switch) and Lasc sleamhnáin ar aghaidh/ar gcúl (forward/reverse slide switch). Tick-box list of switch types DPST / DPDT / SPDT.", |
| "topic": "Electronics (Switches)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "DPDT. 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2cii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Úsáideann an córas stiúrtha meicníocht dhá pháirt mar a thaispeántar. Ainmnigh an mheicníocht.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Diagram of a two-part steering linkage (Córas stiúrtha) with components labelled A and B.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms (Steering)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Rack and pinion (Raca & pinniún). 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2ciii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(c)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Athraíonn an comhbhall A cineál amháin gluaisne ina chineál eile gluaisne ag comhbhall B. Ainmnigh gach cineál gluaisne. Gluaisne ag A; Gluaisne ag B.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanisms (Motion)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Gluaisne ag A: rotary (rothlach) - 1 mark. Gluaisne ag B: linear (líneach) - 1 mark. Total 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2d", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(d)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Úsáidtear cúpláil speisialta chun an colún stiúrtha a nascadh leis an meicníocht stiúrtha. Tugtar Alt Uilíoch uirthi sin. Mínigh cén fáth gur cuid riachtanach den chóras stiúrtha é an t-alt seo.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D image of a universal joint (Alt Uilíoch) connecting the steering column (Colún stiúrtha) to the steering mechanism at an angle.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms (Couplings)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "It allows the steering column and the pinion gear, which are not in line / are at an angle to each other, to transmit rotary motion through an angle. 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2e", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(e)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Cóimeáltar an mheicníocht stiúrtha agus cineál sainiúil cnó á úsáid, mar a thaispeántar. Ainmnigh an cineál cnó seo agus mínigh cén fáth a n-úsáidtear é sa suíomh sin. Cineál cnó; Míniú ar an gcúis a n-úsáidtear an cineál seo cnó.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D image of the assembled steering mechanism (Cóimeáil na meicníochta stiúrtha) with a distinctive nut (Cnó) highlighted.", |
| "topic": "Mechanical Fastenings", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Type of nut: locking nut / nyloc nut (cnó lascaid, glaschnó nilóin) - 2 marks. Reason: it stops the parts coming loose / vibrating apart - 1 mark. Total 3 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2fi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(f)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh próiseas oiriúnach ríomhchuidithe a d'fhéadfaí a úsáid chun an roth stiúrtha plaisteach a tháirgeadh.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D images of a moulded plastic steering wheel (Roth stiúrtha plaisteach), shown from two angles.", |
| "topic": "CAM / Plastics", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "3D Printing (Priontáil 3T). 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2fii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(f)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Is sampla é an roth stiúrtha de struchtúr blaoscach. Liostaigh dhá shampla eile de struchtúr blaoscach. Sampla 1; Sampla 2.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Structures", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Two valid shell structures, 1 mark each: dome, eggshell/seashell (plant and animal shells), ball, lunchbox, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2fiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(f)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 5, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh an meaisín a úsáidtear chun an suíochán plaisteach a lúbadh agus déan cur síos go hachomair ar trí chéim sa phróiseas lúbtha. Meaisín; Céim 1; Céim 2; Céim 3.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D image of a yellow moulded plastic chair (Suíochán plaisteach) with curved/line-bent form.", |
| "topic": "Plastics (Line Bending)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Machine: strip heater / line bender (Stialltéitheoir, lúbaire líne) - 2 marks. Three valid sequential steps (mark out, heat along bend line, bend to shape/use a former, hold to cool) - 1 mark each = 3 marks. Total 5 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2gi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(g)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Mar chuid den chiorcad rialaithe don solsú uathoibríoch, treocheanglaítear na ceannsolse LED. San íomhá thall, sceitseáil isteach an dá chónasc sreinge is gá chun na LEDanna a threocheangal.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Image of two amber/yellow LEDs to be connected in series; student draws two wire connections.", |
| "topic": "Electronics (LEDs)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Two correct series wire connections between the LEDs, 1 mark each = 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2gii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(g)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Úsáidtear LDR mar ionchur don chiorcad braite chun na LEDanna a lascadh air nuair a bhíonn na leibhéil solais íseal. Cad dó a seasann na litreacha LDR (i mbéarla)? L____ D____ R____", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Electronics (Sensors)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "LDR = Light Dependent Resistor (L: Solas/Light; D: Spleách/Dependent; R: Friotóir/Resistor). 1 mark each = 3 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2giii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(g)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Úsáidtear bataire chun an ciorcad soilsithe a chumhachtú. Ainmnigh tomhsú fuinnimh a tharlaíonn nuair a lasctar air an ciorcad soilsithe. Ó ____ Go ____", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Energy", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Energy transfer: Ó (From) Chemical/Electrical (Ceimiceach/Leictreach) Go (To) Heat/Light (Teas/Solas). 1 mark each = 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2giv", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(g)(iv)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar thíos an clár ciorcaid don chiorcad soilsithe. Críochnaigh an tábla thall agus cuir in iúl suíomh gach ceann de na comhbhaill ar an gclár ciorcaid. Tá trí chomhbhall críochnaithe duit.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Image of a printed circuit board (Clár Ciorcaid Príontáilte) with positions labelled A–F. Table Comhbhall (component, shown as images: resistors, variable resistor/potentiometer, LDR, transistor) / Suíomh (position). Three positions pre-filled.", |
| "topic": "Electronics (PCB)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Match remaining components to board positions, 1 mark each (4 marks): scheme assignments include resistor→E, variable resistor→F, LDR→D, transistor→C (with A, B and one other pre-given). 4 marks (derived per-cell split).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2hi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(h)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Is bealach eile é Geataí Loighce a úsáid chun an soilsiú uathoibríoch LED a rialú. Taispeántar sa bhlocléaráid thíos an córas rialaithe agus ionchuir dhifriúla na leibhéal loighce. Ainmnigh na Geataí Loighce ag A agus B. Geata Loighce A; Geata Loighce B.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Block diagram: Braiteoir Solais (light sensor) → inputs 'Lá - Loighic 1' (Day-Logic 1) / 'Oíche - Loighic 0' (Night-Logic 0) → Geata Loighce A → Geata Loighce B → Soilse Air (lights on). Other inputs: Lascadh cumhachta air - Loighic 1 / Lascadh cumhachta as - Loighic 0.", |
| "topic": "Electronics (Logic Gates)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Geata Loighce A: NOT gate (NÍ) - 1 mark. Geata Loighce B: AND gate (AGUS) - 1 mark. Total 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2hii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(h)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Tarraing an tsiombail le haghaidh Gheata Loighce B agus críochnaigh an Tábla Fírinne don gheata sin.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Box for the symbol of Logic Gate B, plus a truth table with columns Ionchur 1 / Ionchur 2 / Aschur and four rows (inputs 1,1; ,0; 0, ; 0,0) to complete.", |
| "topic": "Electronics (Logic Gates)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "AND gate symbol - 2 marks. Truth table (AND): 1,1→1; 1,0→0; 0,1→0; 0,0→0 - 1 mark. Total 3 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q2i", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "2(i)", |
| "parent_question": "2", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Sa spás thall, sceitseáil ingearchló den chuid den alt uilíoch a thaispeántar, nuair a fhéachtar air sa treo ina bhfuil an tsaighead A.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D image of one yoke half of the universal joint (Alt Uilíoch) with a viewing arrow A pointing toward it; student draws the sectional/end elevation seen in direction A. Yoke has a central bore and two lugs with holes.", |
| "topic": "Technical Drawing (Sectional View)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Correct view 1 mark; top (Barr) 1 mark; body (Cabhail) 1 mark; opening/bore (Oscailt) 1 mark. Total 4 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q3a", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(a)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Leis na céadta bliain, bhí turgnaimh á ndéanamh ag daoine na róbataic. Ní raibh sna chéad róbait ach déantúsáin mheicniúla ar a dtugtar uathoibreáin. Ceapadh an t-uathoibreán atá sa phictiúr chun líníochtaí sainiúla a dhéanamh arís agus arís eile. Tabhair breac-chuntas ar bhealach amháin inar athraigh an róbataic an tionsclaíocht le blianta beaga.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of an antique writing automaton (mechanical figure/doll designed to draw).", |
| "topic": "Robotics / Industry", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any one valid way (2 marks): improved safety, better quality, performs dangerous tasks, increased production rate, lower production cost, efficiency, accurate complex tasks, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q3b", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(b)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Tá seangán bitheonach cruthaithe ag an gcuideachta Ghearmánach Festo, mar chuid dá gcuid oibre i réimse na Bithaithrise (Biomimicry i mbéarla). Ainmnigh dul chun cinn teicneolaíoch amháin trínar féidir feithidí róbatacha a tháirgeadh, ar nós an cheann a thaispeántar.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of a robotic bionic ant (Festo BionicANT) with visible circuitry on its body.", |
| "topic": "Robotics / Biomimicry", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any one valid advance (1 mark): smart materials, smaller chips, micro/small-scale machine manufacture, 3D printing (Priontáil 3T), nanotechnology, etc.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q3c", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(c)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": null, |
| "marks_confidence": "uncertain", |
| "question_text": "Taispeántar réiteach ar choinne dearaidh mic léinn le haghaidh feithid bheochantrónaic. Úsáideann an réiteach mótar, giarbhosca, agus trí chromfhearsaid. Tiomáineann an mótar agus an giarbhosca cromfhearsaid amháin. Is é atá mar thoradh ná gluaisne ar aghaidh nó ar gcúl áit a mbíonn an phríomhchabhail agus na taobhthacaí ag éirí agus ag titim i gcónaí de réir mar a bhogann an fheithid. Sceitseáil conair ghluaiseachta ar aghaidh na feithide.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Animatronic creature on three rocker/crankshaft legs driven by motor and gearbox; three frames show the rocking walking motion (Suíomhanna cromfhearsaide = crankshaft positions). Student sketches the path of forward movement.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms (Cranks)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Sketch of the forward-movement path (rise-and-fall undulating path). Marking points shown but precise mark allocation for this sketch not clearly legible in the scheme.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q3d", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(d)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Mol dromchla oiriúnach chun an fheithid seo a chur ag oibriú air agus tabhair cúis le do rogha. Dromchla oiriúnach; Cúis.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Side/rear 3D view of the animatronic creature showing the motor control (Amharc cúil a thaispeánann an rialú mótar).", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms / Friction", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Suitable surface 1 mark (e.g. smooth/flat surface). Reason 2 marks: friction / grip (Frithchuimilt / greim). Total 3 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q3eii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(e)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 5, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh an mheicníocht tiomána a thaispeántar agus tabhair dhá chúis lena roghnú sa dearadh seo. Ainm na meicníochta; Cúis 1; Cúis 2.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D image of a worm-gear drive mechanism (Meicníocht tiomána): a worm meshing with a yellow worm wheel on a shaft.", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms (Worm Gear)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Mechanism: worm and wheel (péiste agus roth / worm gear) - 3 marks. Two reasons 1 mark each: torque, size, space saving, large speed reduction, motion through 90°, self-locking mechanism, etc. Total 5 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q3eiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(e)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 4, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Beartaíodh an fheithid a chumhachtú agus úsáid á baint as batairí in-athluchtaithe. Luaigh dhá bhuntáiste a bhaineann le batairí in-athluchtaithe a úsáid thar batairí caighdeánacha aon-úsáide. Buntáiste 1; Buntáiste 2.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Photograph of rechargeable 9V batteries and a charging dock (Batairí in-athluchtaithe).", |
| "topic": "Energy / Batteries", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Two valid advantages, 2 marks each: better for the environment, lower long-term cost, reusable, less waste, etc. Total 4 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q3fi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(f)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Mol clár monaraithe oiriúnach as a ndéanfaí na taobhthacaí.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D image of a curved wooden/manufactured-board side support (Taobhthaca) with mounting holes.", |
| "topic": "Materials (Manufactured Boards)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Suitable manufactured board: fibreboard (Clár snáithíneach), plywood (Sraithadhmad), MDF, etc. 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q3fii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(f)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 3, |
| "marks_confidence": "derived", |
| "question_text": "Sa spás thíos déan cur síos, agus sceitsí mar chabhair agat, ar na próisis atá i gceist i ngearradh amach agus i ndeilbhiú taobhthaca.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Manufacturing Processes", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Sketches + description of cutting out and shaping the side support: mark out (Marcáil), cut (Gearradh), drill (Druileáil), finish (Bailchríochnú). Marked as 2 sketches & 1 process OR 2 processes & 1 sketch (~3 marks; split derived).", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q3fiii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(f)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh meaisín nó uirlis a d'fhéadfaí a úsáid chun an sliotán dronuilleogach sa phainéal rialaithe aicrileach a ghearradh amach.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D image of a red acrylic control panel (Painéal rialaithe aicrileach) with a rectangular slot to be cut out.", |
| "topic": "Plastics (Cutting Tools)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Valid machine/tool: laser (Léasar), CNC router (cuasphlána RRU), drill & file, saw (coping saw/Crinnsábh, scroll saw/Scrollsábh, fret saw/Sábh treáite, jigsaw/Preabshábh). 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q3gi", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(g)(i)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Caithfidh dóthain fórsa casta a bheith ag an gcromfhearsaid tiomána, atá aibhsithe thíos, chun an fheithid a bhogadh. Cén t-ainm atá ar an bhfórsa casta seo?", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "Bottom view of the animatronic creature (Amharc íochtair ar an bhfeithid) with the drive crankshaft (Cromfhearsaid tiomána) highlighted in a red ellipse.", |
| "topic": "Mechanics (Forces)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Torque / torsion (torc, toirsíon). 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q3gii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(g)(ii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 1, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Ainmnigh meaisín nó uirlis a úsáideann an fórsa céanna seo agus é ag oibriú.", |
| "has_images": false, |
| "image_notes": null, |
| "topic": "Mechanics (Forces)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "Any valid tool that applies torque: wrench/spanner (rinse), screwdriver (scriúire), ratchet (castaire), etc. 1 mark.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| }, |
| { |
| "id": "2025-common-level-IV-q3giii", |
| "subject_n": "Applied Technology", |
| "year": 2025, |
| "paper": 0, |
| "version": "IV", |
| "material_type": "exampapers", |
| "question_number": "3(g)(iii)", |
| "parent_question": "3", |
| "marks": 2, |
| "marks_confidence": "high", |
| "question_text": "Tá 40 fiacail ag príomhghiar na meicníochta tiomána. Is é 2000 ISN luas an mhótair. Ríomh luas rothlach an phríomhghiair.", |
| "has_images": true, |
| "image_notes": "3D image of the worm-gear drive with the main gear (Príomhghiar) of 40 teeth (40 fiacail).", |
| "topic": "Mechanisms (Gears)", |
| "marking_scheme_answer": "2000 rpm ÷ 40 = 50 rpm. Answer: 50 rpm. 2 marks.", |
| "source_pdf": "2025 - Applied Technology - Common Level (Irish) - Exam Paper.pdf" |
| } |
| ] |
