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Computer Basics Quiz

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 13mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the main part of a computer that you use to type, click, and interact with the screen?

a)

Mouse

b)

Keyboard

c)

Monitor

d)

CPU

2.

Which of the following is used to store information on a computer, such as games, pictures, and documents?

a)

Cloud

b)

RAM

c)

Hard Drive

d)

USB Drive

3.

What do we call a small, portable device that can be used to store and transfer files between computers?

a)

Flashlight

b)

Flash drive

c)

Flash card

d)

Flash screen

4.

When you want to find information on the internet, which of the following do you use?

4 lines
5.

What is the term for a set of instructions that tells a computer what to do?

a)

Recipe

b)

Code

c)

Map

d)

Puzzle

6.

If you want to communicate with your friend through the computer using written messages, what application might you use?

a)

Chat

b)

Call

c)

Video

d)

Email

7.

Which of the following is a device that lets you talk to someone over long distances using the internet?

a)

Telescope

b)

Microphone

c)

Speaker

d)

Webcam

8.

What is the name for a series of pictures that, when played in order, create the illusion of motion?

a)

Slide show

b)

Animation

c)

Snapshot

d)

Collage

9.

What do we call a small program that performs a specific task and can be installed on a computer or tablet?

a)

App

b)

Snack

c)

Game

d)

Tool

10.

If you want to protect your computer from viruses and malware, what type of software do you need?

a)

Security software

b)

Entertainment software

c)

Cooking software

d)

Painting software

11.

What should you do if you receive a friend request or message from someone you don't know on a social media platform or online game?

a)

Accept it

b)

Ignore it

c)

Share personal information

d)

Ask for their address

12.

When creating a password for your online accounts, what is a good practice?

a)

Use your name and birthday

b)

Share it with your friends

c)

Make it easy to guess

d)

Use a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols

13.

What does it mean to be respectful online?

a)

Share personal information with strangers

b)

Use mean language

c)

Treat others how you want to be treated

d)

Ignore others' feelings

14.

If you come across something on the internet that makes you uncomfortable or scared, what should you do?

a)

Keep it to yourself

b)

Share it with your friends

c)

Tell a trusted adult

d)

Reply to the message

15.

Why is it important not to share your full name, address, or phone number online?

a)

Because it's fun to keep secrets

b)

To protect your personal information

c)

To make more friends

d)

To get more likes on social media

16.

What should you do if someone is being mean to you online?

a)

Be mean back

b)

Ignore them

c)

Share their messages with everyone

d)

Tell a trusted adult

17.

Why is it important to have a screen name or username instead of using your real name online?

a)

Because it's more fun

b)

To confuse your friends

c)

To protect your identity

d)

Because everyone does it

18.

When playing online games, why should you follow the rules of the game and be a good sport?

a)

To make the game boring

b)

To get more friends

c)

To have fun and make it enjoyable for everyone

d)

To show off

19.

If you see something online that you think is not appropriate for your age, what should you do?

a)

Share it with your friends

b)

Report it to a trusted adult

c)

Post a comment about it

d)

Like the content

20.

What's the best way to ensure that your online experiences are safe and enjoyable?

a)

Share all your personal information

b)

Accept every friend request you receive

c)

Communicate with trusted adults about your online activities

d)

Keep everything a secret