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Computer Basics

Total questions: 35

Worksheet time: 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is a computer?

a)

A computer is case that manipulates information or data.

b)

A computer is an electronic device that manipulates information or data.

c)

A computer is powered box that manipulates information or data.

2.

Hannah has a computer that has the ability to:

a)

It has the ability to store, retrieve, and process data.

b)

It has the ability to store, retrieve, and pastas data.

c)

It has the ability to stage, retrieve, and process data.

3.

In a bustling city, a talented architect is often referred to as the brain of the construction project, just like the ________ in a computer.

a)

main

b)

computer

c)

central processing unit

d)

local

4.

Michael is working on a project that requires him to run various computing tasks. He realizes that the idea of stored programs means that instructions for these tasks can be loaded into a computer's

a)

software

b)

flash drive

c)

memory

d)

operating system

5.

In a modern computer lab, the system _______ houses important parts such as the circuit boards, processor, power supply, and storage devices.

a)

unit

b)

memory

c)

drive

d)

processor

6.

Emma is setting up her new computer and wants to enhance its functionality. She learns that a device that expands a computer's capability is called a(n) _____ device.

a)

input

b)

peripheral

c)

output

d)

processing

7.

In a busy office, Nora is trying to manage all the computer activities for her team. She realizes that she needs a system that acts as the master controller for all these activities. What type of system is she looking for?

a)

application

b)

processor

c)

digital

d)

operating

8.

While setting up a video call for a family reunion, Nora realized she needed a device to capture video. She wondered, what peripheral device would make it possible to do this?

a)

flash drive

b)

web cam

c)

mp3 player

d)

scanner

9.

When Zoe saves her document on her computer, she knows that every file must have a ______.

a)

connection

b)

application

c)

filename

d)

operating system

10.

Avery is building a new computer and wants to know what the main component that processes all instructions is called. What is the full form of CPU?

a)

Computer Processing Unit

b)

Computer Principle Unit

c)

Central Processing Unit

d)

Control Processing Unit

11.

Grace is building a new computer and wants to understand the different parts involved. She wonders, what is hardware?

a)

the physical components of the computer

b)

the games and programs we use on the computer

c)

the product we create on the computer

d)

the computer

12.

Charlotte is trying to understand the difference between software and hardware for her computer science class. She learns that software is

a)

the physical components of a computer

b)

the programs run on a computer

c)

how to get internet on the computer

d)

the computer

13.

In a tech workshop, Aria is explaining to her classmates what software is.

a)

Hardware for your computer

b)

any set of instructions that tells the hardware what to do and how to do it

c)

all hardware components

d)

any set of instructions for you to read

14.

During a technology fair, Aria is exploring various devices and wants to know which of the following are specialized computers. (click all that apply)

a)

house phone

b)

smartphone

c)

wearables (fitness trackers, smartwatches)

d)

game consoles

15.

In a bustling office, Daniel is responsible for managing the network. He explains to his colleagues that a _____________ is a computer that serves up information to other computers on the network.

a)

Mainstay

b)

Laptop

c)

Desktop

d)

Server

16.

Ava is trying to decide between using a PC and a Mac for her graphic design work. She wonders what category these devices fall into:

a)

personal assistants

b)

automated tellers

c)

personal computers

17.

Mia is working on a project where she needs to understand how all computer systems function. She learns that all computer systems have input, processes, output and... 

a)

Feedback

b)

Data

c)

Information

d)

Storage

18.

During a presentation, Arjun uses a projector to show his slides. What is the role of the projector in this scenario?

a)

displays data and information for user.

b)

Input, Output, Process, Storage.

c)

representation of fact, figure, or idea.

19.

consist of step-by-step instructions that tell

the computer how to do its work.

a)

Program

b)

Data

c)

Storage

d)

Keyboard

20.

In a software application, Elijah is tasked with designing a feature that gathers data from users. Which hardware device will assist him in this venture?

a)

Input device

b)

Output Device

c)

Storage Device

d)

Central Processing Unit

21.

Which type of Computer will be used for storing huge database ?

a)

Micro Computer

b)

Mini Computer

c)

Mainframe Computer

d)

Super Computer

22.

Integrated Circuits was used in _______________ generation.

a)

First

b)

Second

c)

Third

d)

Fourth

23.

Who is called as the Father of the Computer ?

a)

Von Newmann

b)

Lady Ada Lovelace

c)

Charles Babbage

d)

Herman Hollerith

24.

Is this a valid example of the Input-Process-Output Model?

Input: Scanning picture.

Process: Editing the picture.

Output: Printed poster with picture.

a)

Yes.

b)

No.

c)

I don't know.

25.

Is this a valid example of the Input-Process-Output Model?

Input: Text and numbers typed on keyboard.

Process: Calculations performed in a spreadsheet.

Output: Bank record.

a)

Yes.

b)

No.

c)

I don't know.

26.
The _________ that acts as a "go-between", allowing computer hardware and other software to communicate with each other (e.g., Windows 10, Mac OS 11, Linux, Unix, etc.)
a)
Operating System
b)
Storage Device
c)
Peripherals
d)
Computer System
27.
A server is a type of computer that does the following...
a)
Serves up information to other computers on a network
b)
Stores and shares data
c)
Plays an important role in making the internet work
d)
All of the above
28.
App ->
An application, or application program, is a software program that runs on your computer. Web browsers, email programs, word processors, games, and utilities are all applications.
a)
True
b)
False
29.
What does the term BIOS stand for?
a)
Beginners Intro Operational Standards
b)
Basic Input Output System
c)
Believers In Outrageous Sandwiches
d)
Basic Input Operating Simulations
30.

____ is your system's short-term memory. Whenever your computer performs calculations, it temporarily stores the data in the here until it is needed.

a)

REM

b)

RIM

c)

RAM

d)

ROM

31.

A group of two or more computers connected together for the purpose of communication, sharing hardware, software, files, data, and information.

a)

File Server

b)

IP Address

c)

Network

d)

Server

32.
Which computer type is the most expensive?
a)
supercomputer
b)
microcomputer
c)
mainframe computer
d)
notebook computer
33.
Which of the following describes a local area network (LAN)?
a)
The protocol used for sending outgoing e-mail
b)
A network connection within a large city or multiple small cities
c)
Computers connected within a small geographic area
d)
Used to share information with external businesses or individuals
34.
Used to share information with external businesses or individuals
a)
Home network
b)
Local area network (LAN)
c)
Wide area network (WAN)
d)
Metropolitan area network (MAN
35.
What is formed when Bluetooth devices are paired with one another?
a)
Local area network (LAN)
b)
Wide area network (WAN)
c)
Personal area network (PAN)
d)
Metropolitan area network (MAN)