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Worksheets7th Grade Technology Basics PRE QUIZ
Total questions: 22
Worksheet time: 11mins
If there is no sound when you try to play music or watch a video, what should you check first?
media player
earbuds
speaker cable connection
volume control
If your computer is becoming slow in everyday use, you should check out:
the background processes that are running and eliminate the ones that are unnecessary
the prices of new computers and plan to get a new one
a faster internet provider service
keep the power cord plugged in all the time
The first course of action and the easiest step in solving a minor issue with your computer is to:
Turn off the printer
Unplug the power source
Reboot/restart the computer
Call for service
A printer is considered to be in the category of
software
hardware
operational system
equipment
Deleted files are sent to the:
control panel
my deleted files
temporary files
recycle bin
Malware would be defined as:
A term that represents intrusions meant to harm your computer such as viruses, spyware, adware, scareware, and other malicious programs
A virus protection software package that you purchase
A program built in your computer that detects threats to your computer
Ads you click on while on the internet
Which of the following statements apply to compressed files?
It is much easier to send a lot of information via email once files are compressed
More difficult to send through email than regular files
It is a temporary file that needs to be deleted
Takes a lot of time to upload
What is a good way to protect your data in case your computer malfunctions?
Use a cloud storage service and back up your information on a regular basis
Always save your work to your hard drive and a duplicate file on the same computer
Transfer it to another computer in your home
Don't worry about it. A computer tech service can retrieve it.
If your laptop keeps overheating, what should you do to keep it from becoming damaged?
don't leave it on all the time
get a new laptop
buy a cooling pad for laptops
A good way to organize the data on your computer is to:
create a folder system in a specific directory
put it in table format
group it by date
print everything out and file it in a cabinet
The ability to diagnose and troubleshoot common computer issues _____________.
is an essential skill which not only maintains your personal computer but is an asset in the job market
is not a worthwhile skill that I need to acquire
is really not my concern; leave it to the geek squad
should always be left to the professionals
What is the purpose of using anti-virus software?
It detects and protects your computer from security issues and malicious attacks which will eventually destroy it
It is not a necessary program to have on your computer
To make your computer run faster
To have a backup plan for your data
Which of the following statements best describes a zipped file?
Files that are compressed to a smaller size than the original
A file sent to the recycle bin
A photo or graphic file that has been altered
A temporary file on your computer
Which statement is true?
Preventative maintenance is necessary for the successful operation and the extended life of your computer
You should always take your computer in to a service center if you have problems
Restarting your computer does not help solve minor problems that arise
Learning to maintain your computer yourself is not a worthwhile skill
An operating system created for only Apple Products
OS X
Windows
Linux
Android
Which one represents the primary function of the operating system?
editing a photo
catching a virus
booting the system
typing
Software that enables the computer to start up and operate
GUI
CPU
Operating System
applications
A computer/software that is easy to follow in use/installation is said to be:
difficult to use
user-friendly
accessible
intelligent
Which is one major way that technology has changed business marketing?
It has not changed in decades
There are more billboards throughout the country
Most companies have a website
Business cards are obsolete
What would be a technology development that might impact our environment?
Better garbage service
Composting your food scraps
Using water filters
Electric cars
Which of the following would be classified as a streaming media service?
DishTV
DirectTV
Cable TV
Netflix
In what way could our society be classified today?
Information Age
Agriculture Age
Industrial Age
Futuristic Age
