WorksheetsUnit 3 & 18
Total questions: 144
Worksheet time: 1hrs 8mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Printer, Monitor, Speakers and Headphones are which type of devices?
a)
Input
b)
Output
c)
Software
d)
Hardware
2.
What storage loses its data every time the computer is turned off?
a)
RAM
b)
ROM
c)
CPU
d)
Motherboard
3.
Where are all the start up files located?
a)
RAM
b)
ROM
c)
CPU
d)
HARD DRIVE
4.
Where does all of the computer's processing go through?
a)
CPU
b)
RAM
c)
ROM
d)
MOTHERBOARD
5.
What is the processing speed of the CPU?
a)
FLOW
b)
SPEED
c)
HERTZ
d)
MPH
6.
Keyboard, Mouse, Scanner, Microphone are what types of devices?
a)
INPUT
b)
HARDWARE
c)
OUTPUT
d)
SOFTWARE
7.
Computer part that connects every thing inside the computer together?
a)
RAM
b)
ROM
c)
CPU
d)
MOTHERBOARD
8.
Circuit board that connects everything inside your computer together
a)
RAM
b)
ROM
c)
Motherboard
d)
CPU
9.
The base 2 number system or language of the computer
a)
HTML
b)
Binary Code
c)
Sans script
d)
Hypertext
10.
Screen that shows you what you are doing on a computer
a)
Keyboard
b)
Montor
c)
Computer
d)
LED
11.
All of these are input devices EXCEPT for
a)
webcam
b)
keyboard
c)
printer
d)
mouse
12.
All of these are output devices EXCEPT for:
a)
monitor
b)
projector
c)
speaker
d)
webcam
13.
Volatile memory, contrary to _________- volatile memory requires power to maintain the the stored information.
a)
non
b)
un
c)
im
d)
in
14.
The part of a computer in which operations are controlled and executed is known as
a)
Bluetooth
b)
WiFi
c)
CPU
d)
server
15.
Computer information represented digitally as text, graphics, or sound is called
a)
data
b)
stuff
c)
information
d)
bits
16.
Data sent one bit at a time through a port is an example of _________ transfer
a)
serial
b)
data
c)
stuff
d)
information
17.
The ______ _________ ________ is the brain of the computer
a)
central processing unit
b)
power supply cord
c)
motherboard and stuff
d)
graphical user interface
18.
The ______ ______ converts the 120-volt ac power from the wall outlet to the dc voltage levels used by the various computer components
a)
power supply
b)
POST directory
c)
hard drive
d)
command line
19.
Computer programs and data are stored on the _____ _____ as magnetic patterns
a)
hard drive
b)
RAM/ROM
c)
power supply
d)
processor affinity
20.
The _____ _____ interface allows commands for the computer to be issued by typing in a text at a command prompt
a)
command line
b)
power supply
c)
processor affinity
d)
hard drive
21.
The _______ is usually a rectangular piece of circuit board covered with many conductors that provide electrical energy paths to the computer components and expansion slots.
a)
motherboard
b)
POST
c)
CPU
d)
cache
22.
A(n) _____ ______ interface allows the user to perform functions on the computer by selecting on-screen icons rather than by issuing text-based commands
a)
graphical user
b)
hard drive
c)
command line
d)
processor affinity
23.
The ________ program is a short program that runs the POST, searches for the Master Boot Record, loads into memory some basic files, and then turns the boot operation over to the operating system
a)
bootstrap
b)
POST
c)
command line
d)
serial
24.
The term ______ means a small temporary memory storage area
a)
cache
b)
bootstrap
c)
command
d)
serial
25.
A byte is equal to _____ bits
a)
4
b)
8
c)
12
d)
16
26.
Which of the following is an example of a byte?
a)
1
b)
0100
c)
11101100
d)
10010010 11110000 00110011 10101010
27.
What is a computer?
a)
Application to work on.
b)
Machine programmed to manipulate symbols.
c)
Operating System that we use frequently.
28.
What are the two models of personal computers?
a)
Laptop
b)
Desktop
c)
Palmtop
d)
Servers
e)
Tower
29.
How do you classify computers?
a)
According to their color and profile.
b)
According to their size and power.
c)
According to their type and color.
d)
According to their size and variety.
30.
What is the name of the computer in the picture?
a)
Personal Desktop
b)
Personal Tower
c)
Tower Model PC
d)
Laptop
31.
Which computer is the most powerful?
a)
Supercomputers
b)
Minicomputers
c)
Worstation
d)
Mainframe
e)
Personal Computer
32.
Which computer is the least powerful among the following?
a)
Supercomputers
b)
Mainframe
c)
Minicomputers
d)
Personal Computers
e)
Workstation
33.
The image above represents which type of computer?
a)
Embedded Computers
b)
Super Computers
c)
Wearable Computers
d)
micro Computers
34.
Microwaves, washing machine, medical equipment, cameras, toys and airplanes are some of the appliances/ machines which uses the list above.
a)
Personal Digital Assistants
b)
Embedded Computers
c)
Micro Computers
d)
Wearable Computers
35.
The fastest, most powerful and most expensive computers.
a)
Embedded Computers
b)
Super Computers
c)
PDA
d)
Mainframe Computers
36.
Serves as super servers for large clients/server networks and internet websites companies.
a)
Mainframe Computers
b)
Wearable
c)
Mini Computers
37.
Which best describes a computer system?
a)
A group of Computers.
b)
Hardware and Software working together to meet a specific need.
c)
Only hardware devices.
d)
Only software instructions.
38.
Input devices are best described as:
a)
Storage
b)
Devices used to enter data in the system.
c)
Hardware used to view processed data
39.
This devices above is categorized as:
a)
Input Device
b)
Processing Device
c)
Output Device
40.
Name the above device:
a)
Mouse
b)
CPU
c)
Keyboard
d)
Scanner
41.
These devices are used to keep information for later use.
a)
Input Devices
b)
Output Devices
c)
Storage Devices
d)
Processing Devices
42.
description of server
a)
A computer running software to manage network resources
b)
storage size, appearance, reliability
c)
communication requires line of sight, short distance only
d)
easy to use, intuitive, requires little training
43.
description of desktop
a)
a personal computer that is designed to fit conveniently on top of a typical office desk
b)
software diagnostic disk, multimeter, cable tester, POST card
c)
adds reliability, faster network expansion, allows centralised backup
d)
easy to use, intuitive, requires little training
44.
description of tablet computer
a)
a portable computer that uses a touchscreen as its primary input device
b)
allows user to connect without wires, standards are agreed, eas to set up
c)
Input device used for games playing and flight simulators.
d)
creates large files, difficult to use with background noise, banned in some quiet areas
45.
benefits of server
a)
adds reliability, faster network expansion, allows centralised backup
b)
storage size, appearance, reliability
c)
cables made from glass that becomes very flexible when thin
d)
A 2-in-1 PC consists of a screen and a detachable keyboard and has the functionality of both a laptop computer and a tablet
46.
benefits of smartphone
a)
Apps, Maps and Navigation., Search information on net, Entertainment � video, books, music, games, etc.
b)
a circuit board or card wih an ethernet connection (RJ45)
c)
�a technology that uses radio waves to provide network connectivity
d)
might break or need replacing, can only indicate 2 states such as on /off
47.
description of mainframe
a)
computers used primarily by large organizations for critical applications
b)
fragile,more expensive, smaller screen, battery goes flat quickly
c)
automatic input device that recognises marks entered onto paper
d)
save space and portability where possible with small form factor devices
48.
Programs that allow the hardware to run properly and allow the user to communicate with the computer
a)
Computer Hardware
b)
Computer Software
c)
System Software
d)
Application Software
49.
It Is an Internal chip where data is temporarily stored when running applications.
a)
Motherboard
b)
Random Access Memory (RAM)
c)
Read-Only Memory (ROM)
d)
Video Card
50.
It Is a memory used to store information that needs to be permanent.
a)
Motherboard
b)
Random Access Memory (RAM)
c)
Read-Only Memory (ROM)
d)
Video Card
51.
The user interface that allows to interact with a computer using pictures or icons rather than having to type in a number of commands.
a)
Command User Interface
b)
Command Line Interface
c)
Graphical User Interface
d)
Graphical Line Interface
52.
Loss and theft are key disadvantages. Battery life is limited. Keyboards and pointin gdevices are not as flexible as those on a desktop. They are more compact, so overheating can be a problem.
a)
Desktop or Personal computer (PC)
b)
Laptop or notebook
c)
Mainframe computer
d)
Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs)
53.
What am I?
a)
Desktop PC
b)
Smart phone
c)
Laptop
d)
Mainframe computer/server
54.
What am I?
a)
Desktop PC
b)
Smart phone
c)
Laptop
d)
Mainframe computer/server
55.
what am I?
a)
Desktop PC
b)
Mainframe/server
c)
Laptop
d)
Smart Phone
56.
We are mobile devices.
a)
Laptop
b)
Desktop PC
c)
Smart phone
d)
Xbox 360
57.
I am wearable technology.
a)
Desktop PC
b)
Smart watch
c)
Tablet PC
58.
I tend to have a better specification than a laptop, I often cost less BUT I am not mobile.
a)
Smart phone
b)
Smart watch
c)
Desktop PC
59.
I am a large powerful computer that other machines attach to. I can share data and programs with other machines/devices.
a)
Mainframe/server
b)
Laptop
c)
Smart phone
d)
Tablet PC
60.
I am ideal for sending emails, browsing the Internet and streaming video content on the go.
a)
Mainframe/server
b)
Smart watch
c)
Desktop PC
d)
Tablet PC
61.
I need a constant power supply and I am not portable.
a)
Desktop PC
b)
Smart phone
c)
Tablet PC
62.
We have built in front and back cameras that are great for taking images and making video calls.
a)
Smart phone
b)
Tablet PC
c)
Desktop PC
d)
Mainframe/server
63.
The two main input devices used by a computer:
a)
keyboard & monitor
b)
mouse & monitor
c)
keyboard & mouse
d)
monitor & modem
64.
The computer term used to describe the data put into a computer:
a)
input
b)
processing
c)
output
d)
storage
65.
CPU stands for:
a)
Computer Processing Unit
b)
Capital Production Unit
c)
Central Processing Unit
d)
Central Production Unit
66.
RAM stands for:
a)
Random Active Memory
b)
Rare Access Memory
c)
Random Access Memory
d)
Rare Active Memory
67.
A computer manipulation of data so that it can be transformed into useful information:
a)
Data Entry
b)
Processing
c)
Accessing
d)
Deleting
68.
Where is data processed in the computer?
a)
Central Processing Unit
b)
Microprocessor
c)
Motherboard
d)
Data isn't processed inside the computer
69.
A scanner is a type of Output Device.
a)
True
b)
False
70.
Which part of the computer displays open programs?
a)
Monitor
b)
Mouse
c)
Keyboard
d)
Motherboard
71.
ROM stands for Random Optional Memory.
a)
True
b)
False
72.
An advantage of a laptop is that you can take it with you to use in different environments.
a)
True
b)
False
73.
The Control Unit, Arithmetic Logic Unit and Memory Unit are 3 parts that make up what?
a)
Motherboard
b)
Microprocessor
c)
CPU
d)
Keyboard
74.
Which of the following is a means of Output?
a)
Monitor
b)
Speakers
c)
Printer
d)
All of the Above
75.
Also known as the Display.
a)
Monitor
b)
Motherboard
c)
Keyboard
d)
Memory Stick
76.
Main circuit board of the computer.
a)
Monitor
b)
Motherboard
c)
Keyboard
d)
Memory Stick
77.
The brain of the computer is the:
a)
CPU
b)
Microprocessor
c)
Motherboard
d)
Cabinet
78.
Every time you open a program, it gets loaded faster from the hard drive if you have this:
a)
RAM
b)
CAM
c)
ROM
d)
POM
79.
Memory containing hardwired instructions that the computer uses when it boots up:
a)
RAM
b)
PAM
c)
ROM
d)
LOM
80.
A set of 8 bits that represent a single character:
a)
Byte
b)
Software
c)
Hardware
d)
Flash Drive
81.
The physical parts of a computer:
a)
Byte
b)
Software
c)
Hardware
d)
Flash Drive
82.
Programs and applications:
a)
Byte
b)
Software
c)
Hardware
d)
Flash Drive
83.
Which of these would be considered an input device?
a)
microphone
b)
printer
c)
speaker
d)
ram
84.
Software is a program which consists of a set of instructions that tells the computer how to perform an operation.
a)
True
b)
False
85.
Microsoft Windows is an example of application software
a)
True
b)
False
86.
Microsoft Word is an example of system software.
a)
True
b)
False
87.
The two categories of software are system software and application software.
a)
True
b)
False
88.
A computer is still function properly without system software.
a)
True
b)
False
89.
Database program, spreadsheet and graphics software are example of utility software.
a)
True
b)
False
90.
We can have more than 5 application software in one computer.
a)
True
b)
False
91.
Program that protects a computer against viruses by identifying and removing any computer virus
a)
Antivirus
b)
Diagnostic Utility
c)
File Manager
d)
Screen Saver
92.
Operating system such as
a)
Microsoft Powerpoint
b)
Antivir
c)
Windows 10
d)
Antispyware
93.
Which is the characteristic of secondary memory?
a)
full-volatile
b)
volatile
c)
non-volatile
d)
none
94.
How many types of RAM?
a)
6
b)
3
c)
2
d)
1
95.
What type of computer is extremely fast and execute hundreds of millions of instructions per second?
a)
Supercomputer
b)
WorkStation computer
c)
Mini Computer
d)
Personal Computer
96.
How many types of software?
a)
2
b)
3
c)
1
d)
4
97.
Which is the application software?
a)
Microsoft Word
b)
Windows OS
c)
Mac OS
d)
Linux OS
98.
Software cannot be utilized without supporting ______?
a)
OS
b)
hardware
c)
application
d)
none of them
99.
What is ALU?
a)
Arithmetic Logic Unit
b)
Arithmetic Long Unit
c)
Arithmetic Logo Unit
d)
none of them
100.
Why is RAM temporary?
a)
Because it doesn't stay forever
b)
Because it has limited space
c)
Because it is non-volatile
d)
Because it is volatile
101.
CPU Cache is located on
a)
The CPU
b)
The RAM
c)
The hard drive
d)
The motherboard
102.
ROM is volatile
a)
FALSE
b)
TRUE
103.
Cache memory generally has (at least) two different levels, level 1 is the fastest.
a)
TRUE
b)
FALSE
104.
ROM stores start up instructions such as the bootstrap loader
a)
TRUE
b)
FALSE
105.
ROM and RAM are both
a)
Types of Memory
b)
Types of Computer
c)
Types of Food
d)
Types of Work
106.
ROM and RAM are memory chips that are found....
a)
Inside the computer
b)
Outside the computer
107.
The O in ROM stands for
a)
One
b)
Open
c)
Only
d)
Often
108.
Give another name for all the parts of the computer.
a)
output
b)
input
c)
software
d)
peripheral
109.
What is the name of the picture shown?
a)
mouse
b)
pointing stick
c)
joystick
d)
trackball
110.
After the computer process the raw facts and it becomes meaningful it is called
a)
data
b)
processing
c)
information
d)
CPU
111.
A disk is used to
a)
Delete data
b)
Type data
c)
Store data
d)
Process data
112.
Which of the following is an example of hardware?
a)
Hard drive
b)
Microsoft Word
c)
Microsoft PowerPoint
d)
Internet Explorer
113.
Which of the following are input devices?
a)
monitor, printer, smartboard
b)
keyboard, camera, microphone
c)
hard drive, graphics card, cpu
d)
windows, ios, android
114.
What type of device is a speaker?
a)
Input device
b)
Storage device
c)
Output device
d)
Communication device
115.
Which type of device allows you to input images to a digital form?
a)
Scanner
b)
Printer
c)
Microphone
d)
Keyboard
116.
Which of the following is an output device?
a)
Keyboard
b)
Hard drive
c)
Mouse
d)
Printer
117.
What type of device is a monitor?
a)
Input
b)
Storage
c)
Output
d)
Communication
118.
What is software?
a)
A part of a computer that you can touch
b)
The programs that allow the computer to complete specific tasks
119.
What type of software is the following:
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Word
a)
Application Software
b)
Utility Software
c)
Operating Software
d)
Games Software
120.
What is a file type?
a)
It is an extension at the end of a filename which helps the computer identify the type of file.
b)
A type of file which lets you play music files.
121.
Which of the following is a video file type:
a)
.mp3
b)
.png
c)
.mp4
d)
.jpg
122.
Which of the following is a music file type:
a)
.avi
b)
.gif
c)
.jpg
d)
.mp3
123.
What is the purpose of the CPU?
a)
To process all the data and instructions.
b)
To turn the computer on.
c)
To create PowerPoint presentations.
d)
To provide power to the computer.
124.
What is the main function of the CPU?
a)
To carry out processing of the data.
b)
To help with playing games.
c)
To fetch instructions from memory, decode them and execute the instructions.
d)
To heat up the computer.
125.
What is the job of the control unit?
a)
It carries out calculations
b)
It stores information.
c)
It does nothing.
d)
It controls the input and output of data to make sure that it gets to the right place.
126.
What are registers used for?
a)
To check that students are in school.
b)
To temporarily hold bits of data needed by the CPU.
c)
To make sure that the CPU runs properly.
d)
To make the CPU faster.
127.
What is a bus?
a)
A circuit that connect one part of CPU to other components.
b)
A type of long term memory
c)
A type of permanent memory
d)
A method of transport
128.
What is cache memory?
a)
A very large, temporary memory
b)
A very small but expensive memory
c)
It is used to store data and programs permanently
d)
It is a type of payment
129.
The CPU is attached to the... inside the computer
a)
RAM
b)
Motherboard
c)
Hard Drive
d)
Secondary Storage Device
130.
This is the image of a __________ .
a)
RAM
b)
ROM
c)
Keyboard
d)
Motherboard
131.
What Operating System is on a Microsoft computer?
a)
OSX
b)
CentOS
c)
Windows
d)
Android
132.
Types of operating systems:
a)
Unix
b)
Robotics
c)
Linux
d)
Windows
e)
Business
133.
What operating system is this a symbol of?
a)
Mac OS X
b)
Windows
c)
Linux
d)
IBM
134.
The picture shows a type of user interface as a function of operating system
a)
Command Line
b)
Graphical user interface
135.
The picture shows a type of user interface as a function of operating system
a)
Command line
b)
Graphical user interface
136.
LCD or LED
a)
Kinds of keyboards
b)
Kinds of monitors
c)
All-in-one-computer
d)
Back of the case
137.
Contains the main components.
a)
VGA, DVI, HDMI
b)
Kinds of keyboards
c)
Expansion slot
d)
Computer case
138.
Conected to monitor,displays images and text.
a)
All-in-one-computer
b)
Kinds of monitor ports
c)
Video card
d)
Kinds of monitors
139.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Internet Explorer are examples of:
a)
Application software
b)
System software
c)
Hardware
d)
Input devices
140.
CDs, DVDs, and flash drives are examples of what types of devices?
a)
Storage
b)
Input
c)
Processing
d)
Output
141.
Which hardware device produces soft copy output?
a)
Monitor
b)
Printer
c)
Speakers
d)
Webcam
142.
Output devices:
a)
Communicate the information that has been processed to the user.
b)
Allow the user to put information into the computer.
c)
Allow the user to save information to be used later.
d)
Allow the computer to process information.
143.
The oldest type, and least popular monitor is
a)
CRT
b)
LCD
c)
LED
144.
Which one of these is a CRT monitor?
a)
b)
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