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4th quarter Grade 9 Computer Systems Quiz

Total questions: 49

Worksheet time: 25mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What does POST stand for?

a)

Power On System Test

b)

Power On Self-Test

c)

Power Off System Test

d)

Primary Operating System Test

2.

How can you access the Device Manager in Windows?

a)

Control Panel > Network and Internet > Device Manager

b)

Control Panel > System and Security > Device Manager

c)

Control Panel > System > Device Manager

d)

Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Device Manager

3.

What might a longer-than-usual load time of the operating system indicate?

a)

Processor failure

b)

Hard drive errors

c)

RAM malfunction

d)

Graphics card failure

4.

How can you determine if a software conflict is causing problems on startup?

a)

By checking the Device Manager

b)

By listening to the CPU fan

c)

By running a virus scan

d)

By noticing if the problem appears directly upon startup

5.

If a computer is experiencing performance problems, what should you do first?

a)

Check for loose cables

b)

Run a virus and malware scan

c)

Listen to the computer for unusual noises

d)

Check the boot sequence configuration in BIOS

6.

What might be the cause if a computer's hard drive is making scratching or loud noises?

a)

Virus infection

b)

Software conflict

c)

CPU overheating

d)

Hard drive failure

7.

If a computer's CPU fan is running at high speed, what does it indicate?

a)

Malware infection

b)

Graphics card failure

c)

Processor working beyond capacity

d)

RAM malfunction

8.

What steps would you take to diagnose a network connection issue?

a)

Run a virus scan

b)

Check the power connections

c)

Listen for unusual noises

d)

Use a cable tester and check network card lights

9.

If a computer is unable to boot properly, what would be your approach to diagnose the problem?

a)

Check the boot sequence configuration

b)

Run a virus scan

c)

Change the startup sound

d)

Notice any changes in hardware settings

10.

Which method would be most effective in diagnosing hardware-related startup issues?

a)

Running a virus scan

b)

Checking the POST messages

c)

Listening for CPU fan speed

d)

Running a cable tester

11.

If a computer's graphics are reduced after loading the OS, what could be the possible cause?

a)

RAM malfunction

b)

Graphics card failure

c)

Processor overheating

d)

Software conflict

12.

What does OHS refer to?

a)

Office Health and Safety

b)

Organizational Health and Security

c)

Occupational Health and Safety

d)

Operational Health and Standards

13.

What is the purpose of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?

a)

To enhance computer performance

b)

To protect the wearer's body from injury

c)

To improve internet connectivity

d)

To prevent software crashes

14.

Why is it important to listen to your teacher's instructions before working with computers?

a)

To avoid electrocution

b)

To prevent accidents

c)

To improve computer performance

d)

To enhance internet security

15.

Why should you avoid working on a computer when wet?

a)

To prevent software conflicts

b)

To avoid damaging the computer

c)

To improve network connectivity

d)

To prevent electrocution

16.

Which personal protective equipment should you wear to prevent electrical shock?

a)

Gloves

b)

Face mask

c)

Rubber sole shoes

d)

Apron

17.

What should you do if you need help with computer devices?

a)

Proceed without assistance

b)

Ask for assistance from your teacher

c)

Experiment with the devices

d)

Ignore the issue

18.

Why is it important to use an anti-static wrist strap when working on a computer?

a)

To prevent network connectivity issues

b)

To protect the computer from physical damage

c)

To avoid static electricity buildup

d)

To improve processor performance

19.

What action should you take before touching anything inside a computer?

a)

Wear gloves

b)

Disconnect the computer from AC power

c)

Eat, drink, or smoke

d)

Wear a face mask

20.

Which personal protective equipment would you use to protect your eyes from dust and excessive light?

a)

Gloves

b)

Face mask

c)

Goggles

d)

Anti-static wrist strap

21.

What steps would you take to ensure safety when working with tools and equipment?

a)

Apply safety measures

b)

Wear rubber sole shoes

c)

Disconnect AC power

d)

Use an anti-static wrist strap

22.

Why is it necessary to wear an apron when working with computers?

a)

To improve computer performance

b)

To protect personal appearance

c)

To prevent damage to clothing

d)

To avoid electrocution

23.

What would be the consequence of not using an anti-static wrist strap when working on a computer?

a)

Improved processor speed

b)

Enhanced network connectivity

c)

Risk of damaging electronic components

d)

Better graphics quality

24.

What does a continuous beep from the BIOS indicate?

a)

Graphics card not detected

b)

Power supply error

c)

Fault on motherboard

d)

Video memory error

25.

Which BIOS beep code signifies a problem with the processor?

a)

5x short

b)

6x short

c)

7x short

d)

8x short

26.

What should you check if you hear 3x short, 3x long, 3x short beeps from the BIOS?

a)

Graphics card error

b)

Defective RAM

c)

Video memory error

d)

CMOS battery error

27.

How many beeps indicate a video memory error in the BIOS?

a)

1x long, 2 short

b)

2x long, 2x short

c)

3x short, 3x long, 3x short

d)

8x short

28.

Which command can be used to access Windows diagnostic tools?

a)

dxdiag

b)

bioscheck

c)

sysdiag

d)

wintools

29.

What does the command "dxdiag" stand for?

a)

DirectX Diagnostic Tool

b)

Diagnostic X-ray

c)

DirectX Dialog

d)

Diagnostic Explorer

30.

What does a single long beep from the BIOS signify?

a)

Video memory error

b)

Power supply error

c)

No errors detected

d)

Processor error

31.

Which BIOS beep code indicates a fault on the motherboard?

a)

1x long, 1 short

b)

1x long, 2 short

c)

1x long, 3 short

d)

2x short

32.

What type of error does 10x short BIOS beep code point to?

a)

CMOS battery error

b)

Error in shutdown register of CMOS RAM

c)

Error in external cache memory

d)

Parity error in the first 64kB of memory

33.

What is the significance of 2x short BIOS beep code?

a)

Graphics card not detected

b)

Parity error in the first 64kB of memory

c)

Processor error

d)

Problem with processor

34.

Which BIOS beep code indicates a problem with the CMOS battery?

a)

9x short

b)

8x short

c)

7x short

d)

6x short

35.

What does a single long beep followed by one short beep from the BIOS indicate?

a)

Video memory error

b)

Graphics card not detected

c)

Power supply error

d)

Fault on motherboard

36.

Which BIOS beep code signifies a display memory error in the graphics card?

a)

8x short

b)

9x short

c)

10x short

d)

11x short

37.

What does 3x short, 3x long, 3x short BIOS beep code indicate?

a)

Video memory error

b)

Defective RAM

c)

CMOS battery error

d)

Processor error

38.

What should you check if you encounter 5x short BIOS beep code?

a)

Graphics card

b)

Processor

c)

RAM

d)

CMOS battery

39.

What does a single long BIOS beep code indicate?

a)

Power supply error

b)

No errors detected

c)

Fault on motherboard

d)

Video memory error

40.

What action should you take if you suspect a physical fault with the network cable?

a)

Run a speed test

b)

Replace the network adapter

c)

Use a LAN cable tester to check for connectivity

d)

Update your browser

41.

What command can you use to check network status in the command prompt?

a)

ping google.com

b)

ipconfig /all

c)

dir

d)

ls

42.

Which keyboard shortcut opens the network and internet connection properties window?

a)

Ctrl + N

b)

Windows + R and type ncpa.cpl

c)

Alt + F4

d)

Shift + Del

43.

What should you do if you encounter a "network cable unplugged" error?

a)

Check if the Wi-Fi is enabled

b)

Replace the router

c)

Reboot the computer

d)

Ensure the network cable is securely connected to the device and the router

44.

When encountering an IP conflict error on a network, what is the most appropriate action to resolve it?

a)

Restart the router

b)

Change the IP address of one of the conflicting devices

c)

Ignore the error, as it will resolve itself

d)

Replace the network cable

45.

Which tool can you use to check the connectivity of LAN cables?

a)

Screwdriver

b)

Multimeter

c)

LAN cable tester

d)

USB flash drive

46.

If you're unable to connect to the internet, what should be your first troubleshooting step?

a)

Run a virus scan

b)

Reset the modem

c)

Check if other devices on the network are connected

d)

Update your operating system

47.

How can you determine if a network error is caused by the absence of installed system drivers?

a)

Run a network diagnostic tool

b)

Check the device manager for any missing drivers

c)

Restart the router

d)

Replace the network cable

48.

Which of the following color in Straight-Through Cable assigned for number 5?

a)

White Blue

b)

White Brown

c)

White Green

d)

White Orange

49.

Which of the following color in Crossover Cable (Side A & Side B) assigned for number 6?

a)

Side A - W0 Side B - WG

b)

Side A - G Side B - O

c)

Side A - B Side B - B

d)

Side A - W Side B - O