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Exploring Computer Hardware

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the main part of a computer?

a)

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

b)

Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

c)

Random Access Memory (RAM)

d)

Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

2.

Which device is used to input text?

a)

Mouse

b)

Printer

c)

Keyboard

d)

Scanner

3.

What do we call the device that displays images?

a)

Television

b)

Display

c)

Projector

d)

Monitor

4.

What stores data permanently?

a)

USB cables

b)

RAM

c)

Storage devices (e.g., hard drives, SSDs) or cloud storage.

d)

Paper documents

5.

Which component connects all parts of a computer?

a)

CPU

b)

RAM

c)

Power Supply

d)

Motherboard

6.

What is the function of a keyboard?

a)

To store data permanently.

b)

The function of a keyboard is to input data and commands into a computer.

c)

To connect to the internet.

d)

To display images on the screen.

7.

What device allows you to hear sounds from a computer?

a)

Speakers or headphones

b)

Scanner

c)

Printer

d)

Monitor

8.

What is the purpose of a hard drive?

a)

To display images and videos on a screen.

b)

To increase the speed of a computer's processor.

c)

The purpose of a hard drive is to store and retrieve digital data.

d)

To connect to the internet wirelessly.

9.

Which part supplies power to the computer?

a)

Power Supply Unit (PSU)

b)

Graphics Card

c)

CPU

d)

Motherboard

10.

What is the function of RAM?

a)

The function of RAM is to provide temporary storage for data and instructions that the CPU needs for active processes.

b)

RAM stores data permanently for long-term use.

c)

RAM is used to cool down the CPU during operations.

d)

RAM is responsible for managing network connections.

11.

What do we use a mouse for?

a)

To print documents.

b)

To connect to the internet.

c)

To control and navigate a computer interface.

d)

To charge the computer battery.

12.

What is the role of a graphics card?

a)

To manage network connections.

b)

The role of a graphics card is to render images and videos for display.

c)

To increase the speed of the CPU.

d)

To store data permanently.

13.

What helps keep a computer cool?

a)

Overclocking the CPU

b)

Disconnecting the power supply

c)

Using outdated software

d)

Fans, heat sinks, and liquid cooling systems.

14.

What is an example of an output device?

a)

Printer

b)

Speaker

c)

Monitor

d)

Scanner

15.

What does a power supply unit do?

a)

A power supply unit stores data for the computer.

b)

A power supply unit cools down the computer components.

c)

A power supply unit connects the computer to the internet.

d)

A power supply unit converts electrical power to usable power for computer components.

16.

What is the purpose of a motherboard?

a)

The purpose of a motherboard is to connect and allow communication between all components of a computer.

b)

To act as a cooling system for the computer

c)

To provide power to the CPU

d)

To store data permanently

17.

What type of storage is faster, SSD or HDD?

a)

Cloud Storage

b)

SSD

c)

HDD

d)

USB Drive

18.

What device can scan documents?

a)

Scanner

b)

Printer

c)

Fax machine

d)

Photocopier

19.

What is the function of a fan in a computer?

a)

The function of a fan in a computer is to cool the internal components by dissipating heat.

b)

To enhance the graphics performance.

c)

To store data temporarily.

d)

To increase the computer's processing speed.

20.

What do we call the temporary memory in a computer?

a)

RAM

b)

Hard Drive

c)

ROM

d)

Cache