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Exploring Computer Generations

Authored by Afia Augustine Eneji

Computers

7th Grade

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Exploring Computer Generations
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What technology was used in the first generation of computers?

Transistors and silicon chips

Integrated circuits and microprocessors

Relays and punch cards

Vacuum tubes and magnetic drums

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary component for memory in first generation computers?

Paper tape memory

Vacuum tube memory

Magnetic core memory

Transistor memory

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the size of first generation computers compare to modern computers?

First generation computers were smaller than modern computers.

First generation computers were much larger than modern computers.

First generation computers were the same size as modern computers.

First generation computers were only slightly larger than modern computers.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major drawback of the power consumption in first generation computers?

High power consumption and heat generation.

Efficient energy use with no heat issues.

Power consumption was optimal for performance.

Low power consumption and minimal heat generation.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of programming language was primarily used in the first generation?

High-level language

Scripting language

Machine language

Assembly language

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a common issue faced by first generation computers due to heat generation?

Increased processing speed due to better cooling systems.

Improved software compatibility with modern applications.

Enhanced memory capacity leading to improved performance.

Overheating and system failures due to excessive heat generation.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which decade did the first generation of computers begin?

1930s

1950s

1960s

1940s

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