Grade 8 DT

Open Ended

Why do you think computer systems are important in our daily lives?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a function of a computer?

• Receiving data (input)

• Producing results (output)

• Cooking food

• Storing results for future use

Open Ended

Explain how hardware and software work together in a computer system.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an input device?

• Keyboard

• Mouse

• Printer

• Microphone

Multiple Select

Select all devices that can be classified as output devices.

• Monitor

• Speakers

• Scanner

• Printer

Fill in the Blanks

Touch screens and interactive whiteboards are examples of

devices.

Open Ended

Describe how the CPU, RAM, ROM, and system bus work together to process data in a computer.

Open Ended

How is cloud storage different from physical storage devices?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an example of cloud storage?

• Google Drive

• Dropbox

• OneDrive

• Flash Drive

Open Ended

Can you give examples of application software you use?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of system software?

• Windows

• Word Processor

• Dropbox

• Google Drive

Multiple Choice

Which operating systems are mentioned in the slides?

• Windows, macOS, Android, iOS

• Linux, Unix, Windows, Android

• Windows, iOS, Chrome OS, Ubuntu

• macOS, Windows, Linux, Android

Fill in the Blanks

A computer turns data into

by processing, organizing, and making it meaningful.

Open Ended

How does the information processing cycle relate to your daily use of a computer?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a stage in the information processing cycle?

• Input

• Processing

• Storage

• Networking

Multiple Select

Which elements are typically found on the Windows 10 desktop?

• Start button

• Recycle Bin

• Taskbar

• System tray

Fill in the Blanks

Files are individual documents, images, etc., while folders are

to organize files.

Multiple Select

Which of the following file extensions are associated with image files?

• .jpg

• .docx

• .mp3

• .png

Open Ended

Explain how Windows File Explorer can help you organize your files and folders.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best situation to use the 'Sleep' option on your Windows 10 computer?

• When you want to save power but quickly resume work

• When you are done using the computer for the day

• When you need to install updates

• When your computer is running slowly

Open Ended

Explain how keeping your operating system updated and using antivirus software contribute to computer safety and maintenance.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are considered parts of a computer system?

• Input devices

• Output devices

• Internet connection

• Processing components

Fill in the Blanks

A computer receives data as

, processes it, and produces results as output.

Open Ended

Summarize what you learned about computer systems in today's session. What questions do you still have?