Grade 8 ICT Quiz on Computer Fundamentals

What is a computer?

• An electronic device that can accept data

• A hardware component

• A peripheral device

• A type of software

Which of the following is an input device?

• Monitor

• Speaker

• Keyboard

• Printer

What does the Control Unit (CU) do?

• Executes arithmetic operations

• Accepts input from users

• Controls the operation of the computer

• Stores data temporarily

What is the main function of the Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU)?

• To store data

• To execute arithmetic and logical operations

• To control the computer's hardware

• To manage software applications

Which of the following is a type of output device?

• Mouse

• Keyboard

• Scanner

• Printer

What does RAM stand for?

• Read And Memory

• Random And Memory

• Random Access Memory

• Read Access Memory

What is the purpose of a motherboard?

• To store data permanently

• To provide power to the computer

• To connect all components of a computer

• To display images

Which type of memory is non-volatile?

• Registers

• Cache

• ROM

• RAM

What is the main function of an operating system?

• To play games

• To create documents

• To browse the internet

• To manage hardware and software resources

What is a laser printer known for?

• Being very noisy

• Using ink cartridges

• High speed and quality

• Low print quality