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WorksheetsThe Big Digital IT & General Knowledge Quiz
Total questions: 59
Worksheet time: 30mins
What is the main function of an output device?
Store data
Display data
Enter data
Delete data
Which of the following is an example of cloud storage?
USB stick
SSD
OneDrive
DVD
Name two advantages of using a tablet over a desktop computer in a retail environment.
Tablets are portable and take up less space.
Tablets require more power and are heavier.
Tablets are less user-friendly and have fewer apps.
Tablets are fixed in one place and need external monitors.
What is the role of an NIC in a device?
To connect the device to a network.
To increase the device's storage capacity.
To improve the device's display quality.
To cool down the device's processor.
True or False: An RFID scanner is an input device.
True
False
True or False: Bluetooth typically has a longer range than Wi-Fi.
True
False
Identify one benefit and one limitation of using video conferencing in a business.
Benefit: Saves travel time and costs. Limitation: Requires reliable internet connection.
Benefit: Increases paperwork. Limitation: Improves face-to-face communication.
Benefit: Reduces employee motivation. Limitation: Enhances security.
Benefit: Increases travel expenses. Limitation: Requires no technology.
What does VoIP stand for?
Voice over Internet Protocol
Video over Internet Protocol
Virtual over Internal Process
Voice on Internal Phone
A company uses fibre optic broadband. What is one benefit compared to ADSL?
Faster data transfer speeds.
Lower installation costs.
More frequent service interruptions.
Slower upload speeds.
Limited coverage in urban areas.
Which of the following is NOT a primary data source?
Online survey
Government report
Interview
Direct observation
What data type is a phone number?
Integer
Text/String
Boolean
Date
Why is a drop-down list used in online forms?
To limit user input to predefined options and reduce errors.
To allow users to upload files easily.
To display images in the form.
To enable users to write long paragraphs.
Define the term “data reliability.”
Data reliability refers to the consistency and dependability of data over time.
Data reliability is the process of collecting data from multiple sources.
Data reliability means the data is always accurate regardless of context.
Data reliability refers to the speed at which data can be processed.
The purpose of a range check in data validation is to:
Ensure data falls within a specified minimum and maximum value.
Check if data is in the correct format.
Verify that data is unique in the database.
Confirm that data is not left blank.
CPU stands for:
Central Processing Unit
Computer Personal Unit
Central Peripheral Unit
Control Processing Utility
General IT Knowledge
The Windows operating system was created by which company?
Apple
Microsoft
IBM
One function of an operating system is:
Managing hardware resources
Designing web pages
Compiling programming languages
Creating spreadsheets
In Excel, the formula =SUM(A1:A5) does which of the following?
Adds the values in cells A1 through A5
Multiplies the values in cells A1 through A5
Finds the average of cells A1 through A5
Counts the number of cells from A1 to A5
Phishing is:
a method used to trick people into giving out personal information online.
a way to improve computer speed.
a technique for creating strong passwords.
a process for updating software.
General Knowledge – Mixed Bag!
The planet known as the Red Planet is:
Mars
Venus
Jupiter
Mercury
The first iPhone was released in which year?
2007
2010
2005
2012
A hexagon has how many sides?
5
6
7
8
The capital city of Canada is:
Toronto
Vancouver
Ottawa
Montreal
The term “love” is used for zero in which sport?
Tennis
Football
Basketball
Cricket
Picture/Logo Round – IT Meets Pop Culture
Identify the social media platform from this logo.
Snapchat
Identify the device shown in the image.
Nintendo Switch
PlayStation 5
Xbox Series X
Steam Deck
Identify the video conferencing tool shown in the image.
Zoom
Skype
Google Meet
Microsoft Teams
Identify the famous video game character shown in the image.
Mario
Sonic the Hedgehog
Pikachu
Lara Croft
This symbol represents which popular IT-related concept or brand?
Bluetooth
Wi-Fi
NFC
USB
Which of the following is an example of an input device?
Speaker
Printer
Monitor
Keyboard
What is the main purpose of antivirus software?
To protect computers from malware and viruses.
To design websites.
To increase internet speed.
To create backup copies of files.
Which of these is a benefit of using cloud computing?
Access to files from any location with internet.
Requires no internet connection.
Increases the need for physical storage devices.
Slows down computer performance.
Which of the following is an example of an output device?
Monitor
Microphone
Mouse
Scanner
What does the acronym URL stand for?
Unified Routing Language
Uniform Resource Locator
Unique Resource List
Universal Reference Link
Which company developed the Android operating system?
Microsoft
Apple
IBM
Which of the following is an example of a phishing attempt?
Downloading a software update from the official website.
Updating your computer's antivirus software.
Changing your password regularly.
Receiving an email that asks for your bank details and contains a suspicious link.
What should you do if you receive an unexpected email asking for personal information?
Click on all the links to see where they go.
Forward it to all your contacts.
Reply with your information immediately.
Ignore the email or report it as spam.
Which of the following is a good way to protect yourself from phishing scams?
Ignore security updates for your devices.
Check the sender's email address and avoid clicking on suspicious links.
Share your passwords with friends for safekeeping.
Use the same password for all your accounts.
Which company developed the macOS operating system?
IBM
Apple
Microsoft
What is one advantage and one disadvantage of using cloud storage for business files?
Advantage: Increases physical storage needs. Disadvantage: Files are always offline.
Advantage: Reduces security. Disadvantage: Improves collaboration.
Advantage: Accessible from anywhere. Disadvantage: Dependent on internet connection.
Advantage: Requires no login. Disadvantage: Files are never backed up.
Which of the following is considered an input device?
Projector
Speaker
Monitor
Keyboard
What is the main difference between RAM and ROM?
RAM is permanent, ROM is temporary
RAM is volatile, ROM is non-volatile
RAM stores data permanently, ROM loses data when off
ROM is used for multitasking
Why might a business use cloud computing?
It reduces internet speed
It increases electricity use
It provides flexible storage and access
It avoids using any hardware
What does 'bandwidth' refer to in networking?
Number of users on a network
The type of cable used
The amount of data that can be transferred
Internet security level
Which devices are used in a self-service checkout?
Keyboard and mouse
Barcode scanner and receipt printer
Projector and joystick
Microphone and monitor
What is one advantage of online surveys?
They're always anonymous
They're quicker to distribute and analyse
They can’t be hacked
They only work on paper
Why use a validation rule in a data entry form?
To remove all errors
To format data into charts
To ensure data entered meets required criteria
To make data unreadable
Which is a secondary data source?
Interview
Online survey
Government report
Face-to-face meeting
Why might social media data be unreliable?
It is always up-to-date
It is based on user opinions and can be biased
It is verified by professionals
It comes from sensors
What does HTTPS help to protect?
Data being transferred between user and website
Computer viruses
Data stored on USBs
Download speed
What is one risk of storing customer data in the cloud?
It saves storage space
It is always secure
It can be hacked if not protected
It makes backups unnecessary
What is the largest mammal?
Elephant
Blue Whale
Giraffe
Orca
Who is the current monarch of the UK?
Queen Elizabeth II
King George VI
King Charles III
Prince William
When did the World Wide Web become public?
1989
1991
1995
2000
'Optimus Prime' is a character from which franchise?
Star Wars
Harry Potter
Transformers
Marvel
What is the chemical symbol for Gold?
Gd
Au
Ag
Go
What is the value of x in the equation 2x + 5 = 15?
10
5
7.5
2.5
Which organ in the human body is primarily responsible for filtering blood?
Liver
Kidney
Heart
Lungs
Which type of plate boundary causes earthquakes when two plates slide past each other?
Destructive
Constructive
Conservative
Collision
