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cp1Exercise

Total questions: 59

Worksheet time: 29mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Two interfaces we have been looking at last lesson.

a)

CLR

b)

CLI

c)

GIU

d)

GUI

2.

What is an advantage to using a Graphical User Interface?

a)

Easy to use

b)

Data can be shared between different programs

c)

Experiencers find it harder to use

d)

Clear icons used and easy to navigate

3.
The motherboard stores
a)
temporary data
b)
permanent data
c)
none
d)
both
4.
A Flash drive is faster than RAM
a)
True
b)
NOT TRUE
5.
The Hard drive stores
a)
temporary data
b)
permanent data
c)
none
d)
both
6.
What are the programs that run on a computer system called? 
a)
Algorithms
b)
Code
c)
Software
d)
Languages
7.

If a computer has a lot of HDD/SSD space left, it doesn't need RAM to function.

a)

true

b)

false

8.

I am the programs on your computer that you would use to create a product

a)

Hardware

b)

Software

9.

Facebook App

a)

Software

b)

Hardware

10.
A keyboard is ______.
a)
input
b)
output
11.

Instagram

a)

Software

b)

Hardware

12.

What does GUI stand for?

4 lines
13.
What Operating System is on a Microsoft computer?
a)
OSX
b)
CentOS
c)
Windows
d)
Android
14.

What does CLI stand for?

4 lines
15.

Projector

a)

Input Device

b)

Output Device

c)

Storage Device

16.
All computer systems have input, processes, output and... 
a)
Feedback
b)
Data
c)
Information
d)
Storage
17.
Physical parts of a computer...such as the keyboard and monitor.
a)
software
b)
hardware
18.

What is a disadvantage to Command Line Interface.

a)

Commands have to be spelt and typed precisely for the operating system to interact

b)

User friendly

c)

Colourful backgrounds

d)

harder to work with if a novice user

19.
RAM is faster than Hard drive
a)
True
b)
NOT TRUE
20.

Excel Spreadsheet

a)

Hardware

b)

Software

21.
A printer is _______.
a)
input
b)
output
22.
What is the difference between analogue and digital data?
a)
Analogue is continuous data, whereas digital signals have two values, 0 and 1.
b)
Analogue has two values 0 and 1, whereas digital is continuous data.
23.
ALL sounds are caused by 
a)
the vibration of objects or materials
b)
sudden changes in temperature
c)
air currents
d)
electrical currents in the air
24.

Digital soundwaves can be easily interpreted by computers

a)

True

b)

False

25.

Analogue signals can vary in amplitude or frequency

a)

True

b)

False

26.
A continuous sound signal
a)
Analogue
b)
Digital
27.
The height of a sound wave is called its frequency.
a)
True
b)
False
28.
What piece of hardware would you use to input sound into a computer? (1-3)
a)
Speaker
b)
Analogue to digital converter
c)
Microphone
d)
Digital to analogue converter
29.
The amplitude of a sound wave is....
a)
How high the wave is from the crest or trough
b)
The frequency at which it is sampled
c)
The speed at which it travels through air
30.

Which one of these is not an area of AI?

a)

computer vision/image recognition

b)

voice recognition

c)

web design

d)

robotics

31.
Machines are programmed to imitate a human
a)
Expert System
b)
Robotics
c)
Cryptography
32.
Creating computer systems that simulate human intelligence. 
a)
AI
b)
Biometrics
c)
Cryptography
33.
The technology that uses parts of a person's body for identification purpose
a)
Artificial Intelligence
b)
Robotics
c)
Biometrics
34.
A search engine is
a)
A major piece of equipment in a motor vehicle
b)
A software that operates navigation in a vehicle.
c)
A software program that searches the Internet for information.
d)
An online chat window.
35.
Define the term 'artificial intelligence'
a)
Where parts of a person's body are used for identification purposes.  They are unique
b)
A computer science that is focused on creating computer systems that simulate human intelligence
c)
The use of computers to encrypt data so that messages can be sent with complete privacy
d)
Where images are made to appear three-dimensional and have 'depth'
36.
Define the term 'biometrics'
a)
Where parts of a person's body are used for identification purposes.  They are unique
b)
A computer science that is focused on creating computer systems that simulate human intelligence
c)
The use of computers to encrypt data so that messages can be sent with complete privacy
d)
Where images are made to appear three-dimensional and have 'depth'
37.
Define the term 'virtual reality'
a)
Where parts of a person's body are used for identification purposes.  They are unique
b)
A software environment that recreates a real-world or imaginary scenario like a game
c)
The use of computers to encrypt data so that messages can be sent with complete privacy
d)
Where images are made to appear three-dimensional and have 'depth'
38.
Where is artificial intelligence used?
a)
Training soldiers in combat using battlefield simulations
b)
In driverless cars that do not require a driver
c)
To allow access to buildings
d)
To create prototypes of cars or any object
39.
Where is virtual reality used?
a)
Training soldiers in combat using battlefield simulations
b)
In three-dimensional (3D) films
c)
To allow access to buildings
d)
To create prototypes of cars or any object
40.

Where is biometrics used like fingerprint recognition?

a)
Training soldiers in combat using battlefield simulations
b)
In three-dimensional (3D) films
c)
To allow access to buildings
d)
To create prototypes of cars or any object
41.
Where is computer assisted translation used in everyday life?
a)
Training soldiers in combat using battlefield simulations
b)
Spell checkers used in word processing software
c)
To allow access to buildings
d)
To create prototypes of cars or any object
42.
Describe a positive impact of artificial intelligence in driverless cars
a)
An immersive video experience for the viewer using special glasses 
b)
Data is completely secure and cannot be tampered with
c)
This methods ensures that only authorised people can enter restricted buildings or rooms.
d)
Safer transport as there should be less road accidents
43.
Describe a positive impact of biometrics in security
a)
An immersive video experience for the viewer using special glasses 
b)
Data is completely secure and cannot be tampered with
c)
Data is unique to the individual and cannot be easily copied.  This will improve security
d)
Safer transport as there should be less road accidents
44.
Describe a positive impact of virtual reality in the training of pilots
a)
An immersive video experience for the viewer using special glasses 
b)
Data is completely secure and cannot be tampered with
c)
Pilots are in a safe environment, there is no risk of them injuring themselves
d)
Safer transport as there should be less road accidents
45.
What hardware is typically used for virtual reality?
a)
Powerful computer, headset with screen to see, headphones to hear and sometimes gloves
b)
Keyboard, mouse, printer and plotter
46.

What are the two main types of memory in a computer?

a)

Monitor and Printer

b)

RAM and ROM

c)

Keyboard and Mouse

d)

CPU and GPU

47.

Explain the difference between RAM and ROM.

a)

RAM can only be read from and ROM can only be written to

b)

RAM and ROM both store data temporarily

c)

RAM stores data temporarily and can be read from and written to, while ROM stores data permanently and can only be read from.

d)

RAM and ROM both store data permanently

48.

Give two examples of input devices and two examples of output devices.

a)

Input devices: Touchscreen, Barcode scanner. Output devices: Speaker, Plotter.

b)

Input devices: Keyboard, Mouse. Output devices: Monitor, Printer.

c)

Input devices: Joystick, Gamepad. Output devices: Headphones, Sound card.

d)

Input devices: Microphone, Webcam. Output devices: Scanner, Projector.

49.

How does a printer differ from a scanner in terms of functionality?

a)

A printer only works with text, while a scanner only works with images.

b)

A printer can only be used with a computer, while a scanner can be used independently.

c)

A printer produces hard copies, while a scanner creates digital copies.

d)

A printer scans documents, while a scanner prints documents.

50.

Name two types of computers based on their size and functionality.

a)

Desktop and Workstation

b)

Mainframe and Personal Computer

c)

Tablet and Server

d)

Laptop and Smartphone

51.

Differentiate between a desktop computer and a laptop in terms of portability and usage.

a)

A desktop computer is not portable and is meant to be used in a fixed location, while a laptop is portable and can be used anywhere.

b)

A desktop computer is portable and can be used anywhere, while a laptop is not portable and is meant to be used in a fixed location.

c)

A desktop computer is more portable than a laptop, and both can be used anywhere.

d)

Both a desktop computer and a laptop are not portable and are meant to be used in a fixed location.

52.

What are the two main categories of software? Provide examples for each category.

a)

Programming software and networking software

b)

System software and application software

c)

Hardware and firmware

d)

Operating software and utility software

53.

Explain the difference between system software and application software.

a)

System software is only used on mobile devices, while application software is only used on computers.

b)

System software is only used by professionals, while application software is used by everyone.

c)

System software is used for gaming, while application software is used for office work.

d)

System software manages the computer hardware and provides a platform for running application software, while application software performs specific tasks for the user.

54.

What is the main difference between hardware and software in a computer system?

a)

Color vs. black and white

b)

Input vs. output

c)

Physical components vs. programs and applications

d)

Physical size vs. virtual size

55.

How does the role of hardware differ from the role of software in a computer system?

a)

Hardware is intangible, while software is physical

b)

Hardware and software are the same thing

c)

Hardware and software are both physical components

d)

Hardware provides physical components, while software provides instructions and programs.

56.

What is the purpose of an operating system in a computer? Provide examples of popular operating systems.

a)

An operating system manages computer hardware and software resources. Examples of operating systems: Windows, macOS, Linux.

b)

An operating system controls the computer's power supply. Examples of operating systems: Android, iOS, Chrome OS.

c)

An operating system provides internet connectivity. Examples of operating systems: Ubuntu, Fedora, CentOS.

d)

An operating system manages computer security. Examples of operating systems: Kali Linux, Parrot OS, BackBox.

57.

What is the purpose of a CPU in a computer system? Explain with examples of popular CPUs.

a)

The CPU controls the computer's power supply. Examples of popular CPUs: Intel Core i9, AMD Ryzen 9.

b)

The CPU manages computer security. Examples of popular CPUs: Intel Core i7, AMD Ryzen 7.

c)

The CPU performs calculations and processes data. Examples of popular CPUs: Intel Core i5, AMD Ryzen 5.

d)

The CPU provides internet connectivity. Examples of popular CPUs: Intel Core i3, AMD Ryzen 3.

58.

Explain the difference between input and output devices in a computer system. Provide examples of each.

a)

Input devices are used to send data to the computer, while output devices receive data from the computer. Examples: Input - Keyboard, Mouse. Output - Monitor, Printer.

b)

Input devices are used to receive data from the computer, while output devices send data to the computer. Examples: Input - Microphone, Webcam. Output - Speaker, Plotter.

c)

Input devices are used for gaming, while output devices are used for office work. Examples: Input - Joystick, Gamepad. Output - Headphones, Sound card.

d)

Input devices are used for communication, while output devices are used for storage. Examples: Input - Touchscreen, Barcode scanner. Output - Scanner, Projector.

59.

Explain the purpose of an output device in a computer system. Provide examples of common output devices.

a)

An output device is used to receive data from the computer. Examples of output devices: Monitor, Printer.

b)

An output device is used to send data to the computer. Examples of output devices: Speaker, Plotter.

c)

An output device is used for office work. Examples of output devices: Headphones, Sound card.

d)

An output device is used for storage. Examples of output devices: Scanner, Projector.