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WorksheetsUnit 1: 8.CS.a.1 - Identify computer parts
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 30mins
Ava is assembling her own computer.
What is the role of the POWER SUPPLY in her setup?
Internal hardware component that supplies components in a computer with power.
External plug that powers the computer up.
It is a piece of software.
James is using his computer to run a complex simulation. What is the purpose of the CPU in this scenario?
Internal hardware which connects all other computer parts.
Enables you to use programs and apps. Processes instructions.
Allows you to save or delete files.
Luna is trying to remember where her apps and programs are stored. She knows it's a temporary technology.
(a)
What is the definition for hardware.
Hardware is the physical parts of the computer
Hardware is the programs that run on a computer.
Hannah is setting up her new office and needs to purchase items like RAM, Processors, Printers, Mouse, Keyboard, and Monitors. These items are all examples of
software
malware
spyware
hardware
Abigail is assembling a computer. What does the computer case do?
Keeps the computer warm.
Protects the computer parts.
Defends against aliens.
Supplies power to the RAM
Michael is assembling a computer. What is the task of this computer part?
Executes instructions for logical operations
Renders the graphical display
Connects all other computer parts
Abigail is organizing her computer files and wonders which part of the computer is the permanent memory that holds programs and files. Can you help her identify it?
Power Supply
Hard Drive
Optical Drive
Video Card
Elijah and Olivia are discussing which of these is NOT a computer?
Smartphone
Car
Game Console
Regular Lightbulb
Jema is trying to upgrade her computer part. She knows she needs a PCI-E cable to provide power to the part. What is the computer part?
(a)
Jackson is building his first computer. What computer part does he need to insert here?
RAM
CPU
24 pin ATX power connectors
GPU
During a computer assembly workshop, Aiden is asked to identify a component on the motherboard. What computer part fits inside this socket?
(a)
Liam is setting up his new computer and needs to connect the power supply to the motherboard. What type of cable should he use?
Ethernet cable
SATA power cable
ATX 24 pin power cable
PCI-E power cable
What is this cable?
(a)
What type of SATA cable is this?
(a)
What type of SATA cable is this?
(a)
What kind of cable do you need to connect these computer parts?
(a)
In order to connect your computer to the internet you need this cable
(a)
In order to connect this part to your computer you need this cable
(a)
Which storage device is mechanical and slower?
SSD
HDD
Jonas is considering buying this CPU.
How much is the processing power?
(a)
Sophia wants to upgrade her computer's performance for gaming. Which component should she focus on replacing?
Power Button
Ethernet Cable
Optical Drive
Graphics Card (GPU)
Which of the following is considered an input device for a computer?
Speaker
Keyboard
Monitor
Printer
Oliver is troubleshooting his computer and suspects the RAM is faulty. What issue might he experience?
Printer not responding
No display on monitor
Slow or failed program loading
Computer fails to power on
Emily wants to store a large number of photos and videos on her computer. Which component should she upgrade to increase storage capacity?
CPU
Hard Drive
RAM
Graphics Card
Lucas is assembling his computer and needs to install the component responsible for temporary data storage while programs are running. Which part should he install?
RAM
SSD
Power Supply
Motherboard
Which of the following is an example of computer software?
Keyboard
Web Browser
Monitor
Printer
Which part of the computer connects all the components together and allows them to communicate?
SSD
CPU
Motherboard
Power Supply
Which part of the computer is responsible for storing data even when the power is turned off?
Hard Drive (HDD/SSD)
RAM
Motherboard
CPU
What is a good definition of a computer system?
A computer system is simply the hardware—the processor, memory, and storage—that runs software
A computer system is the software, like an operating system, that manages how a user provides input and receives output
A computer system is defined by its input and output devices, such as the keyboard, mouse, and monitor, which are connected to a central box
A computer system is a complete setup where hardware and software work together, using an interface to accept input from a user, process it, and provide the resulting output
