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ICT GCSE Autumn2 Assessment

Total questions: 35

Worksheet time: 22mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Organize these options into the right categories - which ARE embedded computers, and which are NOT?

Categorize the following

Microwave

TV

Car

PlayStation

Washing Machine

Light switch

Lead pencil

Candle

Paper clip

Embedded
NOT embedded
2.

A ​ (a)   is a diagram to show how something works

Choose from the below words
Flowchart
Design
Features
3.

How can ICT support personalized learning?

a)

ICT cannot support personalized learning as it is not designed for individualized instruction.

b)

ICT can support personalized learning by providing access to a wide range of educational resources and tools.

c)

ICT can support personalized learning by providing access to a limited range of educational resources and tools.

d)

ICT can support personalized learning by limiting access to educational resources and tools.

4.

What are some potential challenges of implementing ICT in education?

a)

Lack of infrastructure, limited access to technology, inadequate training for teachers, high costs, and potential distractions for students.

b)

Insufficient funding, lack of support from school administration, outdated technology, lack of internet connectivity

5.

What is the purpose of ICT in education?

a)

The purpose of ICT in education is to make learning more difficult for students.

b)

The purpose of ICT in education is to enhance teaching and learning through the use of technology.

c)

The purpose of ICT in education is to replace traditional teaching methods.

d)

The purpose of ICT in education is to discourage collaboration among students.

6.

Which of the following is an example of ICT in education?

a)

Textbooks

b)

Pencils

c)

Chalkboards

d)

Interactive whiteboards

7.

How can ICT enhance learning in the classroom?

a)

By limiting access to educational resources and tools

b)

By discouraging interactive and collaborative learning

c)

By decreasing student engagement and motivation

d)

By providing access to educational resources and tools, promoting interactive and collaborative learning, improving student engagement and motivation, facilitating personalized learning experiences, and preparing students for the digital age.

8.

Complete the sentence correctly: "She hasn't __________ the photos yet."

a)

played

b)

printed

c)

uploaded

d)

sent

9.

What is a computer?

a)

Application to work on.

b)

Machine programmed to manipulate symbols.

c)

Operating System that we use frequently.

10.

What is the device shown in the picture?

a)

A keyboard

b)

A monitor

c)

A mouse

d)

A printer

11.
Which one of these is the most expensive
a)
desktop
b)
laptop
c)
supercomputer
d)
mainframe
12.
This computer is used by touching with your finger
a)
laptop
b)
tablet
c)
desktop
d)
mainframe
13.

what am I?

a)

Desktop PC

b)

Mainframe/server

c)

Laptop

d)

Smart Phone

14.

Which type of computer is used for weather forecasting?

a)

Super Computers

b)

PDA

c)

Mainframe Computers

d)

Wearable Computers

15.

Microwaves, washing machine, medical equipment, cameras, toys and airplanes are some of the appliances/ machines which use ...

a)

Personal Digital Assistants

b)

Embedded Systems

c)

Micro Computers

d)

Wearable Computers

16.
Which of the following is a disadvantage of a client-server network?
a)
Files and folders cannot be centrally backed up.
b)
Does not need an expensive server as individual workstations are used to access files.
c)
The server is expensive to purchase
d)
Files are stored in a centralised location, meaning it is easier to backup.
17.
Which of the following is an advantage of a client-server network?
a)
Files and folders cannot be centrally backed up.
b)
Does not need an expensive server as individual workstations are used to access files.
c)
The server is expensive to purchase
d)
Files are stored in a centralised location, meaning it is easier to backup.
18.
What is the 'client' part of a network?
a)
A workstation, network node or node.
b)
A server providing a service to workstations on a network.
19.
Choose the best definition to explain what is meant by a 'client-server' network.
a)
Computers have equal status and do not rely on a central server.  Each workstation is effectively a server and client.
b)
A client is used to make requests, the server processes these requests and then responds to the request.  The server provides a service.
20.
Choose the best definition to explain what is meant by a 'peer to peer' network.
a)
Computers have equal status and do not rely on a central server.  Each workstation is effectively a server and client.
b)
A client is used to make requests, the server processes these requests and then responds to the request.  The server provides a service.
21.
Which of the following is not a type of server?
a)
File Server
b)
Email Server
c)
Webpage Server
d)
PowerPoint Server
22.
A client-server network does not store files locally on a computer on a network.  Instead they are stored on a 'server' - true or false?
a)
True
b)
False
23.

The only language understood by the digital devices is...

a)

assembly language

b)

linking language

c)

translation language

d)

machine language

24.

Computers are broadly divided into _____ categories.

a)

3

b)

4

c)

5

d)

6

25.

In binary form, 0 stands for "Off" and 1 stands for "On" state (True/False) ?

a)

True

b)

False

26.

A/an __________ converts a high level language program into machine language,line by line.

a)

Assembler

b)

Compiler

c)

Interpreter

27.
Which is the most appropriate definition of a hacker?
a)
Is someone who gains unauthorised access to an IT system such as a computer, website or email account.
b)
Someone who accesses your home without your permission.
28.
How many offences are there in the Computer Misuse Act?
a)
4
b)
5
c)
6
d)
7
29.

An example of iteration (doing things over and over) is?

a)

Bart Simpson and his lines

b)

Washing a window

c)

A dog

d)

A poem

30.

Match the following

a)

Design

1.

Make

b)

Decomposition

2.

Break into small pieces

c)

Abstraction

3.

Get rid of the stuff you don't need

d)

Components

4.

Parts

e)

Real time

5.

Right now

31.

Define what is meant by a 'site' license

a)

This license allows you to install a program onto multiple computers used by multiple users.

b)

The software is licensed for a single user and often a single computer.

c)

A program can be installed on an unlimited amount of computers, as long as they're at the location of the site license.

32.

Define what is meant by a 'multi-user' license

a)

This license allows you to install a program onto multiple computers used by multiple users.

b)

The software is licensed for a single user and often a single computer.

c)

A program can be installed on an unlimited amount of computers, as long as they're at the location of the site license.

33.
The Copyright, Designs and Patents Act has two main purposes.  One of them is to protect the rights of people who create original pieces of work.  The other purpose is to reward people and pay them - True or False?
a)
True
b)
False
34.
Why was the Copyright, Designs and Patents introduced in 1988?
a)
This law was introduced to make hacking illegal so that offenders could get prosecuted.
b)
This law was introduced to protect the rights of people who create original pieces of work.
c)
This law was introduced to control how personal information can be used and your rights to ask for information about yourself.
35.
When was the Computer MIsuse Act introduced?
a)
1970
b)
1980
c)
1990
d)
2000