WorksheetsComputer Knowledge Challenge
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is an example of an input device?
Monitor
Printer
Speaker
Keyboard
Which of the following is an output device?
Scanner
Printer
Speaker
Monitor
What type of storage is a hard drive?
Cloud storage service
Volatile storage device
Optical storage medium
Non-volatile storage device
Name a type of computer that is portable and has a screen.
Laptop
Tablet
Smartphone
Desktop
What is the purpose of a keyboard?
To store files and data.
To display images on the screen.
The purpose of a keyboard is to input data and commands into a computer.
To connect to the internet.
Identify a common output device used for printing.
Monitor
Speaker
Scanner
Printer
What type of storage uses flash memory?
Solid-state drives (SSDs), USB flash drives, and memory cards.
Hard disk drives (HDDs)
Optical discs (CDs/DVDs)
Magnetic tape drives
Which device allows you to interact with a computer by touching the screen?
Touchscreen
Keyboard
Mouse
Trackpad
What is the main function of a mouse?
To facilitate user interaction with a computer.
To provide internet connectivity.
To store data for the user.
To increase the computer's processing speed.
Differentiate between RAM and ROM.
RAM is non-volatile and used for permanent storage; ROM is volatile and used for temporary storage.
RAM is used for permanent storage; ROM is used for temporary storage.
RAM is volatile and used for temporary storage; ROM is non-volatile and used for permanent storage.
RAM and ROM are both volatile and used for temporary storage.
What type of computer is typically used in schools?
Gaming consoles
Mainframe computers
Personal computers (PCs) including desktops and laptops.
Tablets only
What is an example of a peripheral device?
Scanner
Monitor
Printer
Keyboard
What type of storage is used for long-term data retention?
Magnetic tape storage
Cloud storage
Optical disc storage
Solid state drive
Which device converts digital signals into printed documents?
Scanner
Printer
Monitor
Keyboard
What is the role of a scanner in a computer system?
The role of a scanner is to digitize physical documents and images.
To store data permanently in the system.
To manage the computer's power supply.
To enhance the speed of the computer's processor.
Identify a type of computer that is used for gaming.
Tablet
Laptop
Smartphone
Gaming PC
What is the difference between internal and external storage?
Internal storage is always larger than external storage.
External storage is faster than internal storage.
Internal storage cannot be upgraded or replaced.
Internal storage is built-in and used for immediate access, while external storage is removable and used for backup and transfer.
What type of device is a monitor?
network device
storage device
input device
output device
Name a storage device that is removable and portable.
USB flash drive
SD card
External hard drive
CD-ROM
What is the function of a USB flash drive?
To connect to the internet
To charge electronic devices
The function of a USB flash drive is to store and transfer data.
To play video games
