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Total questions: 119

Worksheet time: 2hrs 37mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the smallest unit of data in a computer?

a)

Byte

b)

Bit

c)

Kilobyte

d)

Megabyte

2.

How many bits are in a byte?

a)

4

b)

8

c)

16

d)

32

3.

How many unique patterns can be created with 3 bits?

a)

4

b)

8

c)

16

d)

32

4.

Which number system do computers primarily use?

a)

Decimal

b)

Binary

c)

Hexadecimal

d)

Octal

5.

What is the value of the binary number 1011 in decimal?

a)

11

b)

13

c)

15

d)

9

6.

In the hexadecimal system, what does the letter 'A' represent?

a)

9

b)

10

c)

11

d)

12

7.

Which of the following is true about a kilobyte?

a)

It contains 1000 bytes

b)

It contains 1024 bytes

c)

It contains 500 bytes

d)

It contains 2048 bytes

8.

Which system uses base 16?

a)

Decimal

b)

Binary

c)

Hexadecimal

d)

Octal

9.

What is the denary equivalent of the binary number 1101?

a)

13

b)

12

c)

14

d)

15

10.

Which of the following is a characteristic of the ASCII system?

a)

It uses 16 bits per character

b)

It supports only 127 characters

c)

It supports a variable-length encoding

d)

It is used for representing floating-point numbers

11.

How many characters can be represented in extended ASCII?

a)

128

b)

256

c)

1024

d)

512

12.

What does 'two's complement' help with in binary arithmetic?

a)

Representing unsigned numbers

b)

Multiplying binary numbers

c)

Representing negative numbers

d)

Converting binary to hexadecimal

13.

What is the range of values that can be stored in a byte?

a)

0 to 127

b)

0 to 256

c)

0 to 255

d)

0 to 1024

14.

In binary addition, what is 1010 + 0011?

a)

1101

b)

1011

c)

1110

d)

1001

15.

What does the term 'gigabyte' refer to?

a)

1000 bytes

b)

1000 kilobytes

c)

1024 megabytes

d)

1000 megabytes

16.

How are digital images stored?

a)

As sequences of characters

b)

As binary codes representing pixels

c)

As hexadecimal codes

d)

As MP3 files

17.

Which of the following represents sound in a computer?

a)

ASCII code

b)

Bits and Bytes

c)

Sampled waveforms

d)

Unicode

18.

What does Unicode aim to represent?

a)

Only English letters

b)

Characters from multiple languages

c)

Just numbers

d)

Decimal numbers only

19.

What is the sampling rate in audio?

a)

Number of sound waves per second

b)

Number of sound samples taken per second

c)

Amplitude of the sound wave

d)

Frequency of sound waves

20.

Which format uses base 2 for data representation?

a)

Decimal

b)

Binary

c)

Hexadecimal

d)

Octal

21.

A bit is the smallest unit of data in a computer.

a)

True

b)

False

22.

One byte consists of 16 bits.

a)

True

b)

False

23.

ASCII can represent all characters in the Unicode standard.

a)

True

b)

False

24.

In a binary system, 1011 is equivalent to 13 in decimal.

a)

True

b)

False

25.

Kilobytes contain exactly 1000 bytes.

a)

True

b)

False

26.

The two's complement system is used for representing negative numbers in binary.

a)

True

b)

False

27.

Hexadecimal uses base 8 for number representation.

a)

True

b)

False

28.

A gigabyte is roughly 1000 megabytes.

a)

True

b)

False

29.

Binary addition follows the same rules as decimal addition.

a)

True

b)

False

30.

Digital images are stored as sequences of hexadecimal digits.

a)

True

b)

False

31.

What is a computer?

a)

A mechanical device

b)

A device that only performs arithmetic operations

c)

A programmable electronic device

d)

A machine that operates with no external input

32.

Who is known as the father of computers?

a)

Steve Jobs

b)

Bill Gates

c)

Charles Babbage

d)

Alan Turing

33.

What kind of memory is used for permanent data storage?

a)

RAM

b)

CPU cache

c)

Hard drive

d)

CMOS

34.

Which component is considered the brain of the computer?

a)

RAM

b)

CPU

c)

Hard drive

d)

Motherboard

35.

What is the function of the ALU within the CPU?

a)

Managing memory

b)

Performing arithmetic and logical operations

c)

Storing data permanently

d)

Controlling input/output devices

36.

Which of the following is NOT a type of computer memory?

a)

RAM

b)

ROM

c)

BIOS

d)

Hard drive

37.

Which type of computer is primarily used for scientific research?

a)

Personal computer

b)

Supercomputer

c)

Mainframe computer

d)

Tablet

38.

What type of bus carries addresses in a computer?

a)

Control bus

b)

Data bus

c)

Address bus

d)

Memory bus

39.

What is the function of the motherboard?

a)

Powers the computer

b)

Stores data

c)

Connects all the components together

d)

Processes instructions

40.

Which of the following is an input device?

a)

Monitor

b)

Keyboard

c)

Printer

d)

Speaker

41.

What does RAM stand for?

a)

Random-Access Memory

b)

Read-Available Memory

c)

Rapid Application Memory

d)

Redundant Array Memory

42.

Which bus carries signals between the control unit and other components?

a)

Address bus

b)

Data bus

c)

Control bus

d)

Memory bus

43.

What is the first step in the boot process of a PC?

a)

Loading the operating system

b)

Powering up the CPU

c)

Running the Power-On Self-Test (POST)

d)

Loading BIOS

44.

Which of the following memory types is non-volatile?

a)

RAM

b)

CPU Cache

c)

ROM

d)

Register

45.

What does BIOS stand for?

a)

Binary Input Operating System

b)

Basic Input/Output System

c)

Basic Instruction Optimization System

d)

Binary Interactive Output System

46.

What does CPU stand for?

a)

Central Processing Unit

b)

Core Proc

47.

What does CPU stand for?

a)

Central Processing Unit

b)

Core Processing Unit

c)

Computer Programming Unit

d)

Control Processing Unit

48.

What kind of device is a USB drive?

a)

Input device

b)

Output device

c)

Storage device

d)

Processing device

49.

What is the purpose of the heat sink in a computer?

a)

Store data

b)

Cool down the CPU

c)

Improve memory performance

d)

Increase the speed of the processor

50.

Which architecture is most commonly used in modern computers?

a)

Harvard architecture

b)

Von Neumann architecture

c)

RISC architecture

d)

Microarchitecture

51.

What is the main purpose of the system clock in a computer?

a)

To provide memory storage

b)

To manage data flow

c)

To synchronize all computer operations

d)

To increase processing speed

52.

Which device converts analog signals into digital signals?

a)

Monitor

b)

Modem

c)

Keyboard

d)

Hard Drive

53.

Which memory is closest to the CPU and provides fast data access?

a)

ROM

b)

SSD

c)

Cache

d)

Hard Drive

54.

What does the Control Unit (CU) do in a CPU?

a)

Performs arithmetic operations

b)

Controls the execution of instructions

c)

Stores data

d)

Manages power supply

55.

Which component of the computer holds the bootloader?

a)

RAM

b)

Hard Drive

c)

ROM

d)

BIOS

56.

What type of device is a monitor?

a)

Input device

b)

Storage device

c)

Processing device

d)

Output device

57.

A computer's CPU is often called the brain of the computer.

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58.

RAM permanently stores data on a computer.

4 lines
59.

The motherboard connects all the components of a computer.

4 lines
60.

The power supply provides electricity to all the components of a computer.

4 lines
61.

A supercomputer is designed to handle simple word processing tasks.

4 lines
62.

BIOS stands for Binary Input/Output System.

4 lines
63.

Cache memory is slower than RAM.

4 lines
64.

The system clock helps synchronize computer operations.

4 lines
65.

The ALU in a CPU performs all input and output operations.

4 lines
66.

USB ports are used for connecting external devices like flash drives to the computer.

4 lines
67.

An SSD is faster than a traditional hard drive.

4 lines
68.

The Control Unit decodes and executes instructions in the CPU.

4 lines
69.

A computer's POST ensures all components are working before the operating system loads.

4 lines
70.

Increasing the number of CPU cores always results in a proportional increase in performance.

4 lines
71.

The CPU fetches instructions from (a)   during the fetch phase.

72.

(a)   is the memory used for temporary data storage in a computer.

73.

(a)   is the permanent storage used to hold programs and data.

74.

The (a)   is responsible for performing arithmetic and logical operations.

75.

(a)   stands for Basic Input/Output System.

76.

The __ controls the execution of instructions in the CPU.

4 lines
77.

A (a)   is a program that loads the operating system during the boot process.

78.

The (a)   in a computer system carries addresses to memory.

79.

The (a)   stores frequently accessed data to speed up processing.

80.

A (a)   converts analog signals to digital signals.

81.

The (a)   is the primary circuit board that connects all components of a computer.

82.

(a)   stores frequently used instructions for faster CPU access.

83.

(a)   is the type of memory that stores data even when the computer is turned off.

84.

What is a LAN (Local Area Network)?

a)

A network within a limited geographical area

b)

A network that spans large distances globally

c)

A wireless network

d)

A network used only in homes

85.

Which of the following is used for wireless communication over short distances?

a)

Bluetooth

b)

Ethernet

c)

Fiber optics

d)

WAN

86.

What device is essential for converting digital data to analog data in networks?

a)

Switch

b)

Modem

c)

Router

d)

Hub

87.

Which of the following is NOT a feature of Wi-Fi?

a)

Wireless data transfer

b)

Uses infrared signals

c)

Has better security compared to Bluetooth

d)

Suitable for long-range data transfer

88.

What is the primary purpose of a router in a network?

a)

To store data packets

b)

To route data packets between networks

c)

To increase the speed of data transfer

d)

To prevent unauthorized access

89.

What is the range of a PAN (Personal Area Network)?

a)

1 meter to 10 meters

b)

100 meters to 1 kilometer

c)

100 kilometers to 1000 kilometers

d)

More than 1000 kilometers

90.

Which of the following best describes an intranet?

a)

A public network accessible by anyone

b)

A network confined to a specific organization

c)

A global network for connecting people

d)

A personal network at home

91.

How does Bluetooth minimize interference with other devices?

a)

Uses fixed frequencies

b)

Changes channels constantly (frequency hopping)

c)

Uses fiber optic cables

d)

Only allows one device at a time

92.

What is the typical range of a Wi-Fi network?

a)

1 meter

b)

10 meters

c)

100 meters

d)

1000 meters

93.

What is the main function of a hub in a network?

a)

To filter and forward data to a specific device

b)

To broadcast data to all connected devices

c)

To block unauthorized devices

d)

To store data

94.

Which of the following is a key advantage of a switch over a hub?

a)

More security

b)

Faster data transmission

c)

Directly routes data to the appropriate device

d)

Both b and c

95.

What is the primary purpose of TCP in the TCP/IP protocol stack?

a)

Managing wireless connections

b)

Ensuring data is sent and received reliably

c)

Converting data into electrical signals

d)

Managing web page requests

96.

What is the role of the DNS in Internet communication?

a)

Encrypting data for security

b)

Converting domain names into IP addresses

c)

Managing routers in the network

d)

Filtering data pack

97.

What is the role of the DNS in Internet communication?

a)

Encrypting data for security

b)

Converting domain names into IP addresses

c)

Managing routers in the network

d)

Filtering data packets

98.

What is the function of a gateway in a network?

a)

Converts data from one protocol to another

b)

Stores website data for future use

c)

Routes data packets to specific IP addresses

d)

Prevents unauthorized access

99.

Which type of network spans across multiple cities or countries?

a)

LAN

b)

WLAN

c)

WAN

d)

Intranet

100.

What device is used to connect multiple devices in a wired LAN?

a)

Router

b)

Modem

c)

Switch

d)

Gateway

101.

Which protocol is used for secure communication over the internet?

a)

HTTP

b)

HTTPS

c)

FTP

d)

SMTP

102.

What is the key feature of the Transport Layer in the TCP/IP model?

a)

Handles physical data transmission

b)

Ensures correct routing of packets

c)

Breaks data into packets and ensures error-free delivery

d)

Transmits electrical signals

103.

What is the purpose of an Ethernet cable in a network?

a)

Transmitting data wirelessly

b)

Providing power to the router

c)

Transmitting data between devices

d)

Storing IP addresses

104.

What role does the Internet Protocol (IP) play in data communication?

a)

Encrypts data

b)

Ensures data reaches the correct IP address

c)

Breaks data into packets

d)

Manages physical connections

105.

What is the primary purpose of data privacy laws?

a)

To restrict access to the internet

b)

To ensure data is accurate

c)

To prevent unauthorized access to personal data

d)

To increase internet speeds

106.

Which of the following is a strong password?

a)

password123

b)

12345

c)

MyCat2020!

d)

abcd

107.

What is the main function of a firewall?

a)

Blocking unauthorized access to a network

b)

Managing passwords

c)

Running antivirus software

d)

Encrypting data

108.

Which of the following is an example of biometric security?

a)

Passwords

b)

Fingerprint scan

c)

Antivirus software

d)

Firewalls

109.

Which method encrypts data to make it unreadable without a decryption key?

a)

Firewall

b)

Biometrics

c)

Encryption

d)

Phishing

110.

What does antivirus software primarily do?

a)

Deletes all files on a computer

b)

Detects and removes viruses

c)

Enhances computer speed

d)

Manages passwords

111.

What is phishing?

a)

A method of encryption

b)

A type of malware

c)

An attempt to acquire sensitive information through deceptive emails

d)

A way to store data

112.

What is the key distinction between malicious hacking and ethical hacking?

a)

The skill level of the hacker

b)

The legality and intent behind the hacking

c)

The type of software used

d)

The speed of the hacking process

113.

Which of the following is NOT a type of malware?

a)

Virus

b)

Trojan horse

c)

Biometrics

d)

Worm

114.

How can users protect themselves from phishing attacks?

a)

By using strong passwords

b)

By running antivirus software

c)

By not clicking on suspicious links in emails

d)

By updating their operating system regularly

115.

What type of malware replicates itself and spreads to other computers?

a)

Virus

b)

Worm

c)

Trojan horse

d)

Spyware

116.

What does 'https' in a website address signify?

a)

The website is unsafe

b)

The website is hosted locally

c)

The connection is secure and encrypted

d)

The website is blocked

117.

Which of the following software is designed to detect and prevent unauthorized access?

a)

Firewall

b)

Router

c)

VPN

d)

Biometrics

118.

What is the purpose of user accounts in securing data?

a)

To manage network speeds

b)

To authenticate user identity and control access

c)

To enhance computer performance

d)

To encrypt data

119.

What is spyware designed to do?

a)

Replicate itself across a network

b)

Gather information about a user without their knowledge

c)

Encrypt a user's files

d)

Prevent users from accessing websites