
Computer Basics Quiz
Authored by Dayna Kloulechad
Computers
9th - 12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
Which component is responsible for processing instructions in a computer?
RAM
CPU
Hard Drive
Monitor
Answer explanation
CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the primary component of a computer that processes instructions. It is also known as the "brain of a computer".
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What does WPM stand for in keyboarding?
Words per Monitor
Words per Memory
Words per Minute
Words per Mouse
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a peripheral device?
CPU
Operating System
Motherboard
Mouse
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
Which part of the Windows interface shows open applications?
Taskbar
Desktop
Start Menu
Control Panel
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What does the Recycle Bin do?
Temporarily stores deleted files
Deletes files permanently
Permanently stores deleted files
Recycles old files
6.
FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
A movable indicator on the screen that shows where the next character will be entered is called a (a) .
7.
FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
A tool that allows you to move up and down or side to side within a window is called a (a) bar.
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