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Computer Hardware

Total questions: 29

Worksheet time: 18mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the function of the control unit in a CPU?

a)

Store data permanently

b)

Perform complex mathematical calculations

c)

Control internet connection speed

d)

Supervise and coordinate CPU operations.

2.

What part of the CPU is responsible for performing arithmetic and logical operations?

a)

Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)

b)

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

c)

Hard Disk

d)

RAM

3.

What type of memory is used to temporarily store data while it is being processed in the CPU?

a)

Graphics Processing Unit

b)

Random Access Memory

c)

Solid State Drive

d)

Read-Only Memory

4.

Describe briefly how the control unit works in a CPU.

a)

The control unit in a CPU is only activated when playing video games

b)

The control unit in a CPU is responsible for internet connection

c)

The control unit in a CPU is responsible for system cooling

d)

The control unit in a CPU interprets and executes program instructions, controlling the flow of data and signals within the CPU.

5.

What is the difference between the arithmetic and logic unit and the control unit in a CPU?

a)

What is the difference between the arithmetic and logic unit and the control unit in a CPU?

b)

The arithmetic and logic unit controls mathematical operations, while the control unit performs logical operations.

c)

The control unit performs mathematical and logical operations, while the arithmetic and logic unit coordinates operations in the CPU.

d)

The arithmetic and logic unit performs mathematical and logical operations, while the control unit coordinates and controls operations in the CPU.

6.

What role does RAM play in the operation of a CPU?

a)

The RAM memory controls the speed of the CPU

b)

The RAM memory is responsible for generating power for the CPU

c)

The RAM memory permanently stores data in the CPU

d)

The RAM memory provides temporary storage for the data and programs that the CPU needs to process at that moment, allowing quick access to information.

7.

How are the control unit and the arithmetic and logic unit related in a CPU?

a)

The control unit performs mathematical operations and the arithmetic and logic unit coordinates the operations

b)

The control unit and the arithmetic and logic unit are not related in a CPU

c)

The control unit coordinates the operations and the arithmetic and logic unit performs mathematical and logical operations.

d)

The control unit and the arithmetic and logic unit are independent in a CPU

8.

What is the importance of the control unit in the execution of instructions in a CPU?

a)

The control unit is essential for the execution of instructions in a CPU.

b)

The control unit is only necessary in the GPU, not in the CPU.

c)

The control unit is optional and does not affect the execution of instructions in a CPU.

d)

The control unit is not relevant to the execution of instructions in a CPU.

9.

Device that transfers packets of data between two or more networks.

a)

Router

b)

Switch

c)

Firewall

d)

Node

10.

a hardware that is in-charge of filtering and forwarding packets through the network, but with limited capability.

a)

router

b)

modem

c)

switch

d)

hub

11.

The most basic networking device that links multiple computers or other network devices together.

a)

router

b)

modem

c)

switch

d)

hub

12.

Its task is to send network traffic to its correct destination. It works by reading the destination network address within each pocket and transmits it along its way.

a)

router

b)

modem

c)

switch

d)

hub

13.

---------------------------converts your computer’s digital signal into an analog signal with the telephone line.

a)

modem

b)

computer

c)

printer

14.
What does CPU stand for?
a)
Central Processing Unit
b)
Computer Processing Unit
c)
Computing Part Unit
d)
Core Process Unit
15.
What are the physical components of a computer system called?
a)
Hardware
b)
Desktop
c)
Devices
d)
Peripherals
16.
What type of storage device is this?
a)
Internal hard drive
b)
External hard drive
c)
Flash drive
d)
DVD drive
17.
The mouse is connected to your computer via what type of port?
a)
Mouse Port
b)
USB Port
c)
PS 2 Port
d)
Serial Port
18.

External devices that are connected to a computer system are known as

a)

expansion cards

b)

peripheral devices

c)

buses

d)

slots

19.

Unarranged or unprocessed raw facts and figures which may or may not give complete sense or meaning to the user.

a)

Data

b)

User

c)

Operator

d)

Hardware

20.

The processed result of the computer is known as ..

a)

Output

b)

Input

c)

Output Unit

d)

Input Unit

21.

RAM is an example of :

a)

Primary Memory

b)

Volatile Memory

c)

Temporary Memory

d)

All of the above

22.
What happens to data in Main Memory/RAM when we switch the power off?
a)
All data is lost
b)
All data is saved
c)
All data is backed up to the Hard Drive
d)
All data is saved to the Processor
23.
What happens if you don't have enough RAM?
a)
Your computer will slow down because it has to load everything from the Hard Drive
b)
Your computer will speed up
c)
You won't get much wool from your sheep
d)
Your computer will run out of Hard Drive Space
24.

What is a firewall and why is it like a security guard at a museum?

a)

A device installed between an organization's internal network and the Internet to let some packets in and keep others out

b)

A software used for video editing

c)

A type of computer virus

d)

A type of computer monitor

25.

What is the main role of a firewall?

a)

To allow access to any website

b)

To filter incoming and outgoing data based on specific criteria

c)

To boost internet speed

d)

To prevent all incoming packets

26.

It is a network device that converts data from a digital format to a format suitable for analog transmission media such as telephones and radios

a)

Router

b)

Hub

c)

Modem

d)

Switch

27.

The type of Modem where computers are connected through telephone lines to access the internet or other computers in a network.

a)

DSL Modem

b)

Cable Modem

c)

Satellite Modem

d)

Telephone Modem

28.

The type of modem that provides high-speed internet connection over a telephone line.

a)

DSL Modem

b)

Cable Modem

c)

Satellite Modem

d)

Telephone Modem

29.

The type of modem that provides high-speed data access over a cable television (CATV) network.

a)

DSL Modem

b)

Telephone Modem

c)

Satellite Modem

d)

Cable Modem