test — Physics (INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICS)

THE DMS ONLINE SCHOOL

NATURAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

GRADE: Form 1 TERM: 1 YEAR: 2026

TIME: 1 HOUR 30 MINUTES TOTAL MARKS: 50

NAME OF PUPIL: ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

SUBJECT: PHYSICS — PAPER 1

NAME OF TEACHER: MR MASUMBA

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Answer ALL questions in the spaces provided.

2. Show all working for calculations.

3. Use correct units where applicable.

4. Marks for each question are shown in brackets.

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SECTION A: MULTIPLE CHOICE (10 MARKS) Answer all questions. Choose the best answer and write its letter. 1. What is the most important rule to follow in a science laboratory? A. Eating snacks B. Following all instructions C. Running around D. Touching all chemicals 2. Which item of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is used to protect your eyes from splashes or flying objects? A. Lab coat B. Gloves C. Safety goggles D. Face mask 3. What should you do immediately if you accidentally spill a chemical on your skin? A. Taste it to identify it B. Wipe it with a paper towel C. Wash the affected area with plenty of water D. Ignore it 4. Why is eating and drinking not allowed in the laboratory? A. It can make you sleepy B. It can waste time C. Food and drinks can become contaminated with chemicals D. It makes the lab dirty 5. Which piece of emergency equipment is used to put out small fires in the laboratory? A. Fire blanket B. Eyewash station C. First aid kit D. Shower 6. What is the correct action to take if you break a glass beaker during an experiment? A. Sweep it up with your bare hands B. Leave it on the floor for someone else to clean C. Report it to your teacher and wait for instructions D. Throw it in the regular waste bin 7. Why is it important to tie back long hair when working in the lab? A. To look neat B. To prevent it from catching fire or getting caught in equipment C. To keep it out of your eyes D. To show you are ready for work 8. Which clothing item should always be worn to protect your clothes from chemical spills? A. A cap B. A lab coat C. Sandals D. A short-sleeved shirt 9. What is the main purpose of an eyewash station in a laboratory? A. To wash your hands B. To clean safety goggles C. To rinse chemicals from your eyes D. To fill beakers with water 10. What should you always do before starting any practical experiment in the laboratory? A. Start the experiment quickly B. Read and understand all instructions C. Play with equipment D. Talk to your friends SECTION B: SHORT ANSWER (20 MARKS) 11. List three general safety rules that all students must follow in the physics laboratory. (3 marks) 12. Explain why it is important to always read experiment instructions carefully before starting any practical work. (2 marks)

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

13. Name two items of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and explain the safety purpose of each. (4 marks) 14. Describe what you should do immediately if you get a small cut on your finger while working in the laboratory. (2 marks) 15. Why should you never taste or directly smell chemicals in the laboratory? (2 marks) 16. Give two reasons why keeping the laboratory tidy and organised is important for safety. (2 marks) 17. What is the correct way to dispose of broken glass in the laboratory? (2 marks) 18. Explain the importance of knowing the location of emergency exits in the laboratory. (3 marks) SECTION C: STRUCTURED (20 MARKS) 19. A student is about to start an experiment in the physics lab. They have long, untied hair, are wearing open-toed sandals, and have a bottle of juice on the workbench. a) Identify three safety mistakes the student is making. (3 marks) b) For each mistake you identified in (a), explain the correct safety practice the student should follow. (6 marks) c) Name one piece of emergency equipment that should be available in a school physics laboratory for general safety. (1 mark)

LABORATORY EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT

20. Imagine you are working with a liquid chemical that has a strong smell. You need to transfer it from one bottle to another. a) i. What two pieces of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should you definitely be wearing for this task? (2 marks) ii. Describe the safe way to smell a chemical if it is absolutely necessary to do so. (2 marks) b) During an experiment, a student accidentally spills a corrosive liquid chemical on their arm. i. What is the immediate action the student should take? (2 marks) ii. Why is this immediate action important when dealing with corrosive chemicals? (2 marks) iii. What should the student do after the immediate action, and who should they inform? (2 marks)

LABORATORY SAFETY RULES

*** MARKING SCHEME SECTION A: MULTIPLE CHOICE (10 MARKS) 1. B (1 mark) 2. C (1 mark) 3. C (1 mark) 4. C (1 mark) 5. A (1 mark) 6. C (1 mark) 7. B (1 mark) 8. B (1 mark) 9. C (1 mark) 10. B (1 mark) SECTION B: SHORT ANSWER (20 MARKS) 11. List three general safety rules that all students must follow in the physics laboratory. (3 marks) * Always follow teacher's instructions. * Do not eat or drink in the lab. * Wear appropriate PPE (e.g., lab coat, safety goggles). * Report all accidents or spills to the teacher immediately. * Do not run or play in the lab. * Tie back long hair. * Keep your workbench tidy. * Wash hands after the experiment. (Any three correct rules, 1 mark each) 12. Explain why it is important to always read experiment instructions carefully before starting any practical work. (2 marks) * To understand the procedure properly. (1 mark) * To know the hazards and necessary safety precautions. (1 mark) 13. Name two items of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and explain the safety purpose of each. (4 marks) * Safety goggles: To protect eyes from chemical splashes, dust, or flying objects. (1 mark for item, 1 mark for purpose) * Lab coat: To protect clothes and skin from chemical spills or splashes. (1 mark for item, 1 mark for purpose) * Gloves: To protect hands from chemicals, heat, or sharp objects. (1 mark for item, 1 mark for purpose) * Closed-toe shoes: To protect feet from spills or falling objects. (1 mark for item, 1 mark for purpose) (Any two correct items with their purposes) 14. Describe what you should do immediately if you get a small cut on your finger while working in the laboratory. (2 marks) * Wash the cut with soap and water. (1 mark) * Inform the teacher immediately. (1 mark) 15. Why should you never taste or directly smell chemicals in the laboratory? (2 marks) * Many chemicals are poisonous or harmful. (1 mark) * They can cause illness, burns, or damage to your body. (1 mark) 16. Give two reasons why keeping the laboratory tidy and organised is important for safety. (2 marks) * Prevents tripping hazards. (1 mark) * Reduces the risk of knocking over chemicals or equipment. (1 mark) * Allows easy access to emergency equipment. (1 mark) (Any two correct reasons) 17. What is the correct way to dispose of broken glass in the laboratory? (2 marks) * Report it to the teacher. (1 mark) * Dispose of it in a designated broken glass bin, not the regular bin. (1 mark) 18. Explain the importance of knowing the location of emergency exits in the laboratory. (3 marks) * In case of a fire or other emergency, you can quickly leave the lab. (2 marks) * It helps to ensure everyone's safety and prevents panic. (1 mark) SECTION C: STRUCTURED (20 MARKS) 19. a) Identify three safety mistakes the student is making. (3 marks) * Long, untied hair. (1 mark) * Wearing open-toed sandals. (1 mark) * Having a drink bottle on the workbench. (1 mark) b) For each mistake you identified in (a), explain the correct safety practice the student should follow. (6 marks) * Mistake 1 (Untied hair): Hair should be tied back. (1 mark) This prevents it from catching fire, getting caught in equipment, or dipping into chemicals. (1 mark) * Mistake 2 (Sandals): Student should wear closed-toe shoes. (1 mark) This protects feet from broken glass or chemical spills. (1 mark) * Mistake 3 (Drink bottle): No food or drink is allowed in the lab. (1 mark) This prevents contamination of food/drink with chemicals. (1 mark) c) Name one piece of emergency equipment that should be available in a school physics laboratory for general safety. (1 mark) * Fire extinguisher / Fire blanket / Eyewash station / First aid kit. (Any one, 1 mark) 20. a) i. What two pieces of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should you definitely be wearing for this task? (2 marks) * Safety goggles. (1 mark) * Gloves. (1 mark) * Lab coat. (1 mark) (Any two) ii. Describe the safe way to smell a chemical if it is absolutely necessary to do so. (2 marks) * Hold the chemical bottle away from your face. (1 mark) * Gently wave your hand over the opening towards your nose to waft a small amount of vapour. (1 mark) b) i. What is the immediate action the student should take? (2 marks) * Immediately wash the affected arm with plenty of running water for at least 15-20 minutes. (2 marks) ii. Why is this immediate action important when dealing with corrosive chemicals? (2 marks) * Corrosive chemicals can cause severe burns or damage to the skin. (1 mark) * Washing immediately helps dilute the chemical and remove it from the skin, reducing damage. (1 mark) iii. What should the student do after the immediate action, and who should they inform? (2 marks) * The student should inform the teacher immediately. (1 mark) * They should then seek medical attention if necessary. (1 mark)

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