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WorksheetsBCA - MIDTERM
Total questions: 45
Worksheet time: 2hrs 30mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Computers are used in which of the following:
a)
cars
b)
stores
c)
street lights
d)
all of these
2.
Computers are used by which of the following industries:
a)
business
b)
art
c)
education
d)
all of these
3.
To connect to the internet which of the following must a computer have:
a)
video card
b)
audio card
c)
network port
d)
usb port
4.
A keyboard is an example of what kind of device?
a)
input
b)
output
c)
storage
d)
none of these
5.
Logging off your computer will close any open programs?
a)
True
b)
False
6.
Unsaved data is safe if you restart the computer but lost if you shut it down.
a)
True
b)
False
7.
What kind of key is the "shift" key?
a)
navigational key
b)
numeric key
c)
alphanumeric key
d)
special key
8.
Function keys perform different actions depending on what program is running.
a)
True
b)
False
9.
Which mouse button most commonly opens items?
a)
left
b)
right
c)
wheel
d)
side click buttons
10.
What does the right mouse button most commonly do?
a)
open items
b)
perform tasks
c)
display menus
d)
none of these are correct
11.
Which of the following is considered a computer:
a)
tablet
b)
smartphone
c)
desktop
d)
all of these
12.
Jason wants to get a computer that is portable but as powerful as a Desktop computer, what should he get?
a)
tablet
b)
smartphone
c)
laptop
d)
usb storage device
13.
The CPU acts as the ____________ of the computer.
a)
heart
b)
brain
c)
liver
d)
blood
14.
You cannot add new hardware to your computer.
a)
True
b)
False
15.
What does GUI stand for?
a)
Generate user input
b)
Graphical user interface
c)
General user interface
d)
Graphical user input
16.
Operating systems require updates.
a)
True
b)
False
17.
Programs are sets of instructions.
a)
True
b)
False
18.
Which of the following operations can be called data?
a)
text
b)
numbers
c)
images
d)
all of these
19.
A network consists of two or more computers.
a)
True
b)
False
20.
The internet is an example of a LAN.
a)
True
b)
False
21.
Anyone who can connect to the Internet can also access any intranet they would like.
a)
True
b)
False
22.
WWW stands for World With Web.
a)
True
b)
False
23.
What is the smallest unit of memory?
a)
Byte
b)
Bit
c)
Giga
d)
Mega
24.
What is the basic unit of computer memory?
a)
Byte
b)
Bit
c)
Megabyte
d)
Gigabit
25.
What determines the speed at which your computer performs tasks?
a)
RAM
b)
CPU
c)
Hard drive
d)
Video Card
26.
Hard drive has no effect on computer speed.
a)
True
b)
False
27.
What type of program can help you to create slide shows?
a)
word processing
b)
note taking
c)
presentation
d)
graphics
28.
What type of program can you use to store information for quick reference in one convenient location?
a)
spreadsheet
b)
graphics
c)
databse
d)
note taking
29.
All software applications and programs will work on all computers.
a)
True
b)
False
30.
Minimum software requirements usually include enough hard disk space, enough RAM and what?
a)
spreadsheet
b)
processor speed
c)
CD or DVD player
d)
internal calibrated engines
31.
You can do an instant video chat from any computer.
a)
True
b)
False
32.
Which communication program allows you to send and receive messages with attachments any time of day from anywhere around the world.
a)
e-mail
b)
social media
c)
instant messaging
d)
none of these
33.
You can learn a new language using educational programs on your computer.
a)
True
b)
False
34.
There aren't a lot of options for entertainment on your computer.
a)
True
b)
False
35.
The operating system controls how programs work with each other.
a)
True
b)
False
36.
Adding a WiFi connection, managing hard drive space, and automatic backup are examples of what?
a)
Operating Systems
b)
Utilities
c)
User Interface
d)
Authentication
37.
Which of the following can you do with the Live Tiles on the Windows 8 Start screen?
a)
Change their order
b)
Change their size
c)
Remove them
d)
All of these
38.
How do you display the Windows charms by using the mouse?
a)
You can't access charms with your mouse.
b)
Place your mouse in the upper-right or lower-right corners of your screen.
c)
Right-click.
d)
Use the scroll wheel.
39.
What is the effect of right-clicking the Windows 8.1 Start button?
a)
Display the Start menu
b)
Display the Start screen
c)
Display the PC settings
d)
None of these
40.
How do you move tiles on the Windows 8 Start screen?
a)
Click and drag
b)
Swipe to display all apps and drag
c)
Use the control panel
d)
Scroll for ten seconds then hold the left mouse button for 5 seconds
41.
There aren't a lot of uses for computers in rural areas.
a)
True
b)
False
42.
Computers are used in which of the following?
a)
school
b)
work
c)
home
d)
all of these
43.
Computer literacy opens up many new and exciting career opportunities.
a)
True
b)
False
44.
Who writes programs, diagnoses and fixes problems, designs, and organizes projects?
a)
IT workers
b)
Software developers
c)
Bank clerks
d)
Travel agents
45.
Computers can be used to help you perform various tasks, such as:
a)
sending emails
b)
running a mile
c)
hand writing a report
d)
dusting a room
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