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WorksheetsCom Sci End of Term Test Form One
Total questions: 90
Worksheet time: 50mins
Who created the first computer
what was the purpose of computers from the begining
What is an example of communication
riding a horse
talking with a friend
taking out the trash
A word to describe this phone is...
past
future
present
Over time, communication has become -
slower
faster
difficult
the same as it was before
How is the communication today?
The communication is fast.
The communication is slow and difficult.
Long ago, people used _________ to communicate.
letters
emails
3. Today we can use _______, __________ and phone calls to communicate quickly.
email, text messages
letters, airplanes
Long time ago, people listen to news on the _________.
internet.
radio
Today we watch the ____________ on TV or read it on the Internet.
TV program
news
People long ago traveled by __________ and _________.
ship, airplane
horse, cart
What is true about clothing TODAY?
Women sew their own clothes today and use a spinning wheel
People only have 2 sets of clothing
American Indian use deer skin for their clothing
There are many choices of clothes including designer or casual clothes
What is true about transportation TODAY?
People use taxis, bikes, buses, subways, and automobiles
There were no roads
People ride in stagecoaches or carriages pulled by horses
People ride horses or walk everywhere on trails
What is true about communication TODAY?
People communicate only through letters
People communicate through cell phones, computers, and social media
People send letters through the Pony Express
People communicate through the telegraph
What is true about games TODAY?
Kids play with corn husk dolls
Kids play with hoops and arrows
Kids play by spinning tops
Kids play basketball, soccer, and baseball
What is true about schools TODAY?
Children do not go to school at all
Children write on slate or birch bark
Children learn about math, science, and language arts with the opportunity to use technology
Children learn in a one room school
What is true about food back THEN?
People can go to restaurants, and refrigerate food
People can use a microwave to heat up food
People buy groceries from the grocery store
People have to churn butter and ground wheat to make bread
What is true about homes back THEN?
Homes have heating and cooling units built in them
Homes are made by stacking logs and have one room to sleep and eat in
Homes have many rooms to gather in
Homes have electricity
What is true about farming back THEN?
Farmers use tractors to pull the plows
Farmers use machines to help clear the fields
Farmers clear the land by hand to grow crops
Farmers use computers to help keep track of crops and livestock
What is true about communication TODAY?
People communicate only through letters
People communicate through cell phones, computers, and social media
People send letters through the Pony Express
People communicate through the telegraph
What is an example of communication
riding a horse
talking with a friend
taking out the trash
Who is the father if the computer?
Bill Gates
Larry Basin
Charles Babbage
Sir Arthur
It is the first mechanical computer.
ANALYTICAL ENGINE
ARITHMOMETER
TABULATING MACHINE
Abacus
Who designed and developed analytical engine?
CHARLES CABBAGE.
CHARLES BABBAGE
CHARLES BABAGE.
CHARLS BABBAGE
Repetitive Strain Injury is a condition which affects...
The back
The legs
Hands and wrists
Necks
A cause of RSI is using a keyboard for long periods of time without a break.
False
True
Which of the following will help prevent the risk of RSI?
Good lighting
Using a wrist rest
Adjusting the screen
Adjusting the height of the chair
What is Carpol Tunnel Syndrome?
When a tendon swells
An injury to the shoulders and back
A virus
Inflammation of the tendons in the wrist causing pressure on the median nerve
When sitting in a chair your back should be straight at a 90 degree angle to your hips.
False
True
What are the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome?
soar back
painful knee
sneezing and coughing
pain, tingling and numbness in the hands
Carpal tunnel syndrome only affects the thumb and the first finger
True
False
Ergonomics is designing the job, equipment and workplace to fit the needs of the worker
True
False
The purpose of ergonomics is to reduce
happiness
fatigue
physical activities
The mouse should be
Anywhere that is comfortable
At least 20 cm away from the keyboard
Close to the keyboard and inline with your shoulder
One does not need to take regular breaks when using the computer for long hours
True
False
RSI is pain, numbness or weakness that occurs in the hands, arms, shoulders and neck.
True
False
Carpal tunnel syndrome is pain and numbness in a users hands and fingers. How can this be prevented?
Avoid repeated actions and take regular breaks
Use a footrest
Ensure you have an adjustable chair at the correct height
Ensure you have adequate lighting
If looking at a monitor for long periods of time, you may suffer from...
Blurred vision
Blindness
Back ache
RSI
Which of the following can help to prevent backache?
Anti-glare screens
Blinds at the window
Foot rests
Air conditioning
Incorrect computer ergonomics can result in:
Back ache and muscle spasms
Carpal tunnel syndrome
RSI
All of these
At which degree should the computer chair be to prevent back issues to the student?
95 degrees
85 degrees
45 degrees
90 degrees
A chair that isn't adjustable or supportive is most likely to lead to which of these health problems?
Eye
Headaches
Back problems
A flickering screen is most likely to cause which of the following health problems?
Eye strain
Back problems
Repetitive strain injury
What is Computer Vision Syndrome?
When you get back aches from poor posture
When you hand hurts from working on a computer all day
Dry, achy eyes and blurred vison caused by looking at a computer screen for too long without rest
Taking regular breaks can prevent?
Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)
Dehydration
Eye Strain
Tripping or falling
Which of these is NOT a potential health risk of using computers?
Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI)
Strained Eyes
A broken leg
Back Pain
Which ONE of these can reduce eye strain?
Turn the brightness to max
Take a 5 minute break each hour
Zoom in on the screen
Use two monitors
Which part of your body may suffer a strain injury if you do not support your hands, and properly adjust the keyboard?
Your eyes
Your fingers
Your wrist
Your back
35. To reduce the danger of eyestrain from using a computer:
the room should be well-lit, not too bright and not too dim
the light should not reflect off your computer screen
you should take regular breaks
all of the above
36. RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury) can be caused by:
moving heavy computers about frequently
using a computer in almost all of your lessons
using a keyboard for several hours a day
sitting in the same position for too long
How do you prevent eye strain?
Take breaks
Get glasses that block blue light
Make the room brighter
Put the brightness on high
How do you prevent back pain?
Have good posture
Lye down
Get a good chair
Get a good mouse
Ways to reduce back ache are to use an adjustable chair, sit up straight, ensure screen is positioned properly and use a foot rest
True
False
It is important for children to learn correct computer ergonomics so that:
They will play computer games better
They will sit quietly
Be more comfortable and therefore able to reach their potential
Ergonomics only affect older people
True
False
It is important to have adequate lighting when using a computer to avoid:
back injuries
eye strain and headaches
radiation hazards
What does CVS stand for?
Carpal Visual Stress
Computer Vacancy Stress
Computer Vision Syndrome
Carpal Volume Stress
The person in the picture is likely suffering from:
CVS
DVT
ICT
CTS
Eyes can become strained... (select 2)
after staring at a computer screen for a long time
looking at a screen in bad light
watching Netflix when you should be working
if the monitor isn't at eye level
Back pain can occur ... (select 2)
after staring at a computer screen for a long time
when looking at a screen in bad light
watching Netflix when you should be working
if the monitor isn't at eye level
if you don't take regular breaks to walk around
• Using a fully adjustable chair
• Using footrests so that legs are at a natural angle
• Taking regular breaks to walk around
• Not slouching
• Having the monitor at eye level
These are all good for not getting...
RSI
Eye Strain
A Back Strain/Pain
Tripping over Cables
______________ avoids back strain.
using a fully adjustable chair
using a walking stick
using wrist rests
drinking plenty of water
Computers and devices are generally safe to work with
TRUE
FALSE
