Computer Software Quiz for Grade 8

What are some examples of operating systems?

• Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

• Google Chrome

• Microsoft Office

• PlayStation

Explain the difference between system and application software.

• System software manages the computer hardware and provides a platform for running application software, while application software performs specific tasks for the user.

• System software is free, while application software requires payment.

• System software is used for gaming, while application software is used for office work.

• System software is only compatible with Windows, while application software is only compatible with Mac.

What are language translators in computer software?

• Software that translates spoken language into code

• Tools that convert code into images

• Programs that convert code into human language

• Programs that convert code written in one programming language into another programming language

What are the functions of language translators?

• Cooking recipes

• Language translation

• Car maintenance

• Weather forecasting

Name the types of language translators.

• source code, object code, machine code

• compiler, interpreter, assembler

• translator, decoder, encoder

• syntax, semantics, pragmatics

Which operating system is known for its user-friendly interface?

• Windows

• Linux

• iOS

• Android

How does system software differ from application software in terms of functionality?

• System software is designed for mobile devices, while application software is designed for desktop computers.

• System software manages the computer hardware and provides a platform for running application software, while application software performs specific tasks for the user.

• System software is only compatible with Windows operating systems, while application software is compatible with all operating systems.

• System software is used for entertainment purposes, while application software is used for business purposes.

What is the role of an interpreter in language translation?

• To provide cultural insights and explanations during the translation process.

• To create new languages by combining elements from different languages.

• To write down the translated text for future reference.

• To orally translate spoken language from one language to another in real-time.

What is the primary function of a compiler in language translation?

• Translate high-level programming code into machine code or an intermediate code

• Translate text from one language to another

• Generate random code

• Convert machine code into high-level programming code

Explain the difference between compiler and interpreter.

• A compiler translates the program into machine code after execution, while an interpreter translates the program line by line during execution.

• A compiler translates the program into machine code before execution, while an interpreter translates the program line by line during execution.

• The main difference is that a compiler translates the entire program into machine code before execution, while an interpreter translates the program line by line during execution.

• A compiler translates the program line by line during execution, while an interpreter translates the entire program into machine code before execution.