WorksheetsFall 25 Unit 1
Total questions: 36
Worksheet time: 36mins
Fill in the blank: __ literacy involves having a current knowledge and understanding of computers, mobile devices, the web, and related technologies.
Digital
Financial
Health
Cultural
What is a computer?
A device for making phone calls
An electronic device that operates under the control of instructions stored in its own memory, can accept data, process the data to produce information, and store the information for future use
A type of software
A handheld tool for writing
Fill in the blank: ______ is raw facts, such as text or numbers, that a computer processes to produce information.
Data
Program
Hardware
Software
Which of the following best describes hardware?
The programs and apps that instruct the computer
The device itself and its components, such as wires, cases, switches, and electronic circuits
The information produced by a computer
The internet connection
Fill in the blank: ______ consists of the programs and apps that instruct the computer to perform tasks.
Software
Hardware
Firmware
Network
Fill in the blank: The first generation of computers used ______ tubes, which were cylindrical glass tubes that controlled the flow of electrons.
vacuum
cathode ray
transistor
plasma
What replaced vacuum tubes in the next generation of computers?
Diodes
Transistors
Microchips
Fiber optics
The Impact of the Internet of Things and Embedded Computers can be described as:
Enabling devices to communicate and automate processes, improving efficiency and convenience.
Reducing the number of connected devices in daily life.
Limiting access to information and slowing technological progress.
Making computers less useful in industrial applications.
What is the basic premise of IoT?
The basic premise of IoT is that objects can be tagged, tracked, and monitored through a local network or across the Internet.
The basic premise of IoT is that only computers can communicate with each other over the Internet.
The basic premise of IoT is to replace all human workers with robots.
The basic premise of IoT is to use the Internet only for entertainment purposes.
What is an embedded computer?
An embedded computer is a computer that functions as one component in a larger product, and which has a specific purpose.
An embedded computer is a computer that is only used for gaming purposes.
An embedded computer is a computer that can only be used in desktop computers.
An embedded computer is a computer that is used exclusively for internet browsing.
How do embedded computers in vehicles help drivers?
Embedded computers in vehicles enable the use of cameras to guide when backing up, warn if a vehicle or object is in the blind spot, alert to unsafe road conditions, and assist with steering and stability control.
Embedded computers in vehicles are only used for playing music and entertainment purposes.
Embedded computers in vehicles are mainly used to increase fuel consumption and reduce safety.
Embedded computers in vehicles are designed to make vehicles slower and less efficient.
What is one criticism of in-vehicle technology mentioned in the passage?
It can provide drivers with a false sense of security.
It always improves driver concentration.
It eliminates the need for road signs.
It guarantees accident-free driving.
What is the technological use of logic and prior experience to simulate human intelligence called?
Virtual reality (VR)
Augmented reality (AR)
Artificial intelligence (AI)
Machine learning
Fill in the blank: Computers with AI use ______ intelligence rather than human intelligence to make decisions.
machine
natural
emotional
creative
Which of the following best describes Virtual Reality (VR)?
The use of computers to simulate a real or imagined environment that appears as a three-dimensional (3-D) space
The use of logic to simulate human intelligence
Combining real images with digital information
The use of computers to make decisions
What is the digital divide?
The difference between digital and analog devices
The gap between those who have access to technology and those who do not
The process of dividing digital files
The use of technology in business
Technology can help people with disabilities in which two ways?
By providing screen readers and voice recognition software
By making tasks more difficult and less accessible
By removing all forms of communication
By increasing physical barriers in public spaces
What is a digital citizen?
Someone who uses technology responsibly and productively in the digital world
Someone who avoids using technology
Someone who only uses technology for entertainment
Someone who does not follow digital rules
Which law requires companies with 15 or more employees to make reasonable attempts to accommodate the needs of physically challenged workers?
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Digital Citizenship Act
Technology Access Act
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that public schools purchase or acquire funding for ________ technologies.
adaptive
wireless
obsolete
luxury
Screen reader technology uses ________ output to describe the contents of the screen.
audio
visual
tactile
text
Which program enables a user to input data or information verbally?
Graphic organizers
Audio books
Speech recognition programs
Captioning software
What is the basic premise of assisted technology?
To improve accessibility for all users and provide the same opportunities to learn, work, and play, no matter what limitations a user has.
To replace all traditional learning methods with digital tools.
To limit technology use to only those with disabilities.
To make technology more expensive and exclusive.
What does the practice of green computing involve?
Reducing electricity consumed and environmental waste generated when using computers, mobile devices, and related technologies.
Increasing the speed of computer processors regardless of energy use.
Maximizing the use of non-renewable resources in technology production.
Focusing solely on the aesthetics of computer hardware.
Which program was developed by the US Department of Energy (DOE) and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to help reduce the amount of electricity used by computers and related devices?
ENERGY STAR program
Green Seal Initiative
Clean Air Act Program
PowerSave Alliance
Which of the following are two personal green computing efforts you can make according to the US Environmental Protection Agency?
Turning off unused electronics and recycling old computers
Using only wireless internet and upgrading to the latest devices
Keeping computers running 24/7 and using disposable batteries
Ignoring software updates and printing all documents
Which of the following is NOT a recommended green computing effort?
Using paperless communication
Leaving computers on overnight
Recycling ink cartridges
Donating computer equipment
What should you look for when purchasing appliances or devices to ensure they are energy efficient?
The Energy Star logo
A high price tag
A flashy design
The largest size available
A brand name you recognize
Professionals might use technology in the workplace in which of the following ways?
Communicating with colleagues and clients
Ignoring digital tools
Avoiding online collaboration
Refusing to use productivity software
What is one way schools use social networking tools in K-12 education?
To monitor patients' vital signs
To promote school events and teach concepts such as anti-bullying
To create 3-D models
To prescribe medication
What is an intelligent classroom?
A classroom with only paper assignments
A classroom where technology is used to facilitate learning and communication
A classroom without any technology
A classroom for healthcare professionals
What does the term 'mobile health (mHealth)' refer to in healthcare?
Using computers to create 3-D models
Using smartphones or tablets to access health records and monitor conditions
Using paper records for patient information
Teaching students online
A computing concept that describes the network of physical devices and everyday devices (including refrigerators, thermostats, streetlights, and environmental tracking systems) that communicate with the internet.
Internet of Things (IoT)
Virtual Network
Augmented Reality (AR)
World Wide Web
IoT refers to....
Innovation of Technology
Internet of Things
Imagination of Tyrannosaurus
Images of Technology
Which of the following devices is not a part of the Internet of Things?
A watch that allows you to measure and track your activity through a mobile app
A security system that lets you remotely monitor your home
A physical combination padlock for your gym locker
A car with a built-in navigation system
Which of these devices can be part of the Internet of Things?
A smartwatch
A traditional wall clock
A paperback book
A wooden spoon
