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WorksheetsY7 Homework 1: History of Computers and Basic IT Skills
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 37mins
Larry Page and Sergey Brin founded Google in
1986
1998
2003
2020
Alan Turing published a paper in 1950 that proved a machine capable of processing a stream of 1s and 0s according to programmed instructions would be capable of solving any problem.
True
False
Charles Babbage designed the “Difference Engine” and “Analytical Engine” in the early 19th Century.
This was the blueprint used in the invention of the modern electronic car.
This was the blueprint used in the invention of the modern electronic washing machine.
This was the blueprint used in the invention of the modern electronic calculator
This was the blueprint used in the invention of the modern electronic digital computer.
Alan Turing published a paper in 1950 that proved a machine capable of processing a stream of 1s and 0s according to programmed instructions would be capable of solving any problem
True
False
What is Microsoft Teams?
A Microsoft based software which allows us to go onto our social media accounts.
A Microsoft based software which allows us to access lessons online, assignments and homework. It also allows you to connect with your teachers
A Microsoft based software which allows us to go onto Netflix
Snipping Tool: Software which allows you to screenshot work.
True
False
Keyboard Shortcuts: CTRL + C =
Cut
Copy
Cart
Continue
Keyboard Shortcuts: CTRL + V =
Save
Cut
Copy
Paste
Assignments: An app within a team to allow you to access work for a lesson or potentially a piece of homework.
True
False
Keyboard Shortcuts: CTRL + S =
Sign your work
Share your work
Send your work
Save your work
Tim Berners-Lee invented the World Wide Web in 1990. Find at least 3 facts about Tim Berners Lee and how he invented the World Wide Web.
Write a sentence about each fact in your own words.
Alan Turing published a paper in 1950 that proved a machine capable of processing a stream of 1s and 0s according to programmed instructions would be capable of solving any problem. This was the birth of the computer as we know it.
Alan Turing was from Manchester.
Find 3 facts minimum about Alan Turing and how he invented the modern computer. Write a sentence on each fact in your own words.
