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Tech Knowledge Challenge

Total questions: 61

Worksheet time: 43mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the primary function of Microsoft Word?

a)

The primary function of Microsoft Word is data analysis.

b)

The primary function of Microsoft Word is web development.

c)

The primary function of Microsoft Word is graphic design.

d)

The primary function of Microsoft Word is word processing.

2.

What does HDD stand for?

a)

Hard Drive Disk

b)

High Definition Disk

c)

Hard Disk Drive

d)

Hard Data Drive

3.

Name one advantage of using an SSD over an HDD.

a)

Lower power consumption.

b)

Larger storage capacity at a lower cost.

c)

Faster data access and retrieval.

d)

More durable against physical damage.

4.

Which Adobe application is primarily used for photo editing?

a)

Adobe Photoshop

b)

Adobe After Effects

c)

Adobe Illustrator

d)

Adobe InDesign

5.

What does RAM stand for?

a)

Read Access Memory

b)

Rapid Access Module

c)

Random Allocation Memory

d)

Random Access Memory

6.

What is the main purpose of ROM in a computer?

a)

ROM is primarily used for temporary data storage.

b)

The main purpose of ROM is to enhance graphics performance.

c)

The main purpose of ROM is to increase processing speed.

d)

The main purpose of ROM in a computer is to store firmware and essential system software.

7.

List one type of computer hardware component.

a)

GPU

b)

SSD

c)

CPU

d)

RAM

8.

What is the function of a motherboard?

a)

The motherboard stores all the computer's data permanently.

b)

The motherboard powers the computer's display and sound systems.

c)

The motherboard is responsible for cooling the CPU.

d)

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

9.

How does an SSD improve boot time compared to an HDD?

a)

An SSD enhances boot time by having a larger storage capacity than an HDD.

b)

An SSD improves boot time by storing data in a compressed format.

c)

An SSD improves boot time by providing faster data access speeds than an HDD.

d)

An SSD reduces boot time by using less power than an HDD.

10.

What is the maximum capacity of typical consumer RAM modules?

a)

64GB

b)

256GB

c)

512GB

d)

128GB

11.

Which Adobe application is used for vector graphics?

a)

Adobe Illustrator

b)

Adobe InDesign

c)

Adobe After Effects

d)

Adobe Photoshop

12.

What is the difference between volatile and non-volatile memory?

a)

Volatile memory is slower than non-volatile memory; non-volatile memory is faster.

b)

Volatile memory loses data without power; non-volatile memory retains data without power.

c)

Volatile memory retains data with power; non-volatile memory loses data with power.

d)

Volatile memory is used for permanent storage; non-volatile memory is used for temporary storage.

13.

What does the acronym CPU stand for?

a)

Computer Processing Unit

b)

Central Processing Unit

c)

Central Power Unit

d)

Central Processing Unit Core

14.

Name a common type of storage device used in computers.

a)

Optical Disc Drive (ODD)

b)

USB Flash Drive

c)

Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

d)

Solid State Drive (SSD)

15.

What is the role of a power supply unit in a computer?

a)

It manages the computer's network connections.

b)

The role of a power supply unit in a computer is to convert and supply electrical power to the internal components.

c)

It stores data for the operating system.

d)

It regulates the temperature of the CPU.

16.

How does increasing RAM affect computer performance?

a)

More RAM leads to slower processing speeds and reduced efficiency.

b)

Increasing RAM improves computer performance by enabling better multitasking and faster data access.

c)

Increasing RAM decreases computer performance by limiting data access.

d)

Adding RAM has no impact on multitasking or application speed.

17.

What is the purpose of a graphics card?

a)

The purpose of a graphics card is to connect peripherals to the computer.

b)

The purpose of a graphics card is to store data for the CPU.

c)

The purpose of a graphics card is to manage system memory.

d)

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

18.

What type of memory is used to store firmware?

a)

ROM or Flash memory

b)

Virtual memory or Swap space

c)

SSD or HDD storage

d)

RAM or Cache memory

19.

Which Adobe application is used for video editing?

a)

Adobe After Effects

b)

Adobe Audition

c)

Adobe Photoshop

d)

Adobe Premiere Pro

20.

What is the significance of cache memory in a computer?

a)

Cache memory stores all data permanently, preventing data loss.

b)

Cache memory is primarily used for graphics processing tasks.

c)

Cache memory reduces the need for RAM in a computer system.

d)

Cache memory significantly speeds up data access for the CPU, enhancing overall system performance.

21.

a word processor included in Microsoft Office and some editions of the now-discontinued Microsoft Works.

a)
Microsoft Word
b)
Microsoft PowerPoint
c)
Microsoft Excel
d)
Microsoft Access
22.

What is Microsoft PowerPoint primarily used for?

a)

Creating spreadsheets

b)

Making presentations

c)

Editing photos

d)

Writing letters

23.

Which file extension is commonly associated with PowerPoint presentations?

a)

.docx

b)

.pptx

c)

.xlsx

d)

.pdf

24.

To store a new or existing file with the same name, which button is used?

a)

Close

b)

Exit

c)

Save as

d)

Save

25.

It contains multiple tabs, each with several groups of tools.

a)

Ribbon

b)

View

c)

Task Bar

d)

Toolbar

26.

Lia wants to insert pictures and charts to her document. Which tab should she choose?

a)

Home

b)

Layout

c)

Insert

d)

Mailings

27.

The (a)   tab is selected by default whenever you open Word.

28.

James wants to change the document page from portrait to landscape. Which tab should she choose?

a)

View

b)

Insert

c)

Home

d)

Layout

29.

To save an existing document with a new file name or to save an existing document in a new location, which command is used?

a)

Save

b)

Close

c)

Exit

d)

Save as

30.

Ana wants to begin a new project. She needs to select _____.

a)

New

b)

Save

c)

Open

d)

Print

31.

You want to start a new paragraph line on your document. What key should you press?

a)

Shift

b)

Spacebar

c)

Ctrl

d)

Enter

32.

Which of the following is a Word tab? Choose all that is correct.

a)

Save

b)

New

c)

View

d)

Layout

33.

What is the name assigned to a file when it is saved?

a)

File Name

b)

Document Name

c)

Document Title

d)

File Title

34.

This view removes page breaks. It can help you visualize how your document will display as a webpage.

a)

Web Mode

b)

Print Mode

c)

Read Mode

d)

None of these

35.

In this view, all of your editing tools are hidden so your document fills the screen.

a)

Read Mode

b)

Web Mode

c)

Print Mode

d)

None of these

36.
What is one of the main advantages of using Excel over traditional paper accounting methods?
a)
Excel can print documents faster than paper.
b)
Excel is only used for financial data.
c)
Excel allows for easy data manipulation and calculations.
d)
Excel requires no training to use.
37.
What is the primary purpose of a spreadsheet application like Microsoft Excel?
a)
To browse the internet
b)
To edit photos and images
c)
To save, sort, and manage data in an arranged form of rows and columns
d)
To create presentations with animations
38.
How does Excel support data analysis tasks?
a)
By providing tools for video editing
b)
By offering cloud storage solutions
c)
By enabling statistical analysis and managing databases
d)
By allowing users to create 3D models
39.
Which of the following best describes the structure of data organization in an Excel spreadsheet?
a)
Data is organized in a single column only.
b)
Data is organized in a series of interconnected graphs.
c)
Data is organized in rows and columns.
d)
Data is organized in a circular format.
40.
What is the maximum number of columns available in an Excel spreadsheet?
a)
32,768
b)
1,024
c)
16,384
d)
256
41.
What is the total number of rows available in an Excel spreadsheet?
a)
148,576
b)
256
c)
65,536
d)
1,048,576
42.
In Excel, how are cells identified?
a)
By their font size
b)
By their column letter and row number
c)
By their color and shape
d)
By their position on the screen
43.
Which of the following statements about the active cell in Excel is true?
a)
It is the cell that is highlighted in red.
b)
It is the cell that contains the highest value.
c)
It is the cell where data is entered when you begin typing.
d)
It is the cell that is currently locked.
44.
What feature in Excel allows users to quickly copy formulas or data?
a)
The ribbon
b)
The formula bar
c)
The fill handle
d)
The status bar
45.
Which arithmetic operator in Excel is used for multiplication?
a)
+
b)
/
c)
-
d)
*

46-60.

Answer the questions below after watching the video

46.

What are the two main types of memory in a computer system?

a)

SSD and HDD

b)

Cache and Registers

c)

RAM and ROM

d)

BIOS and Firmware

47.

What role does the bootstrap play in a computer system?

a)

It enhances the speed of the RAM

b)

It stores user data for quick access

c)

It contains the initial instructions to start the computer

d)

It connects the computer to external networks

48.

What is firmware?

a)

A component of the CPU

b)

An external storage device

c)

Software stored on the ROM

d)

A type of RAM

49.

What is ROM primarily used for in a computer system?

a)

Storing temporary data

b)

Holding the operating system

c)

Storing initial boot instructions

d)

Saving user-generated content

50.

What makes ROM non-volatile?

a)

Its high speed of data retrieval

b)

The fact that it retains data without power

c)

Its large storage capacity

d)

Its ability to store data temporarily

51.

What is the significance of game cartridges being able to change ROM chips?

a)

They improve the graphics of the game

b)

They increase the storage capacity of the console

c)

They enable the playing of different games

d)

They allow for additional RAM

52.

Why can't instructions be executed directly from a hard disk?

a)

Because it can only store images and videos

b)

Because it is read-only

c)

Due to its slow data access speed

d)

Because it is not connected to the CPU

53.

How does RAM differ from long-term storage devices like hard drives?

a)

It cannot store the operating system

b)

It stores data temporarily for quick access

c)

It is used for permanent storage

d)

It is slower but more durable

54.

Which memory type is primarily responsible for holding the operating system while the computer is running?

a)

External Hard Drive

b)

SSD

c)

RAM

d)

ROM

55.

What is the main function of the POST in the booting process?

a)

To check connected components and prepare them for use

b)

To encrypt data on the hard drive

c)

To update the operating system

d)

To clean the RAM for new data

56.

What is the first action a CPU takes when a computer is powered on?

a)

It accesses the hard drive

b)

It updates the firmware

c)

It loads the user interface

d)

It performs a power-on self-test

57.

How does the computer become aware of the hard drive and its contents during the booting process?

a)

Via the initial instructions stored in ROM

b)

Through a network connection

c)

Through manual configuration by the user

d)

By loading the operating system into RAM

58.

Why is RAM considered volatile?

a)

It is used for long-term storage

b)

Its contents are erased when power is turned off

c)

It can only read data, not write

d)

It can store a large amount of data

59.

Which of the following is a characteristic of RAM?

a)

Non-volatile

b)

Read-only

c)

Volatile

d)

Smaller in size compared to ROM

60.

What is the primary difference between RAM and ROM?

a)

RAM is read-only, while ROM is read and write

b)

RAM stores the operating system, while ROM contains initial boot instructions

c)

RAM is non-volatile, while ROM is volatile

d)

RAM is used for long-term storage, while ROM is temporary

61.

A collection of hyperlinked documents on the internet forms the _______?

a)

(A) World Wide Web (WWW)

b)

(B) E-mail system

c)

(C) Mailing list

d)

(D) Hypertext markup language

62.

It is all the physical equipment that makes up the computer system.

a)

Central processing unit

b)

hardware

c)

software

d)

system unit

63.

This is the set of programs and other related applications associated

with a computer system.

a)

Central processing unit

b)

hardware

c)

software

d)

system unit

64.

The main part of a microcomputer, is sometimes called the chassis.

a)

Central processing unit

b)

hardware

c)

software

d)

system unit

65.

This is the brain of the computer where most of the “computing”

takes place.

a)

Central processing unit

b)

hardware

c)

software

d)

system unit

66.

It is a small hand-held device used to control the cursor/crosshair

on the screen.

a)

Hard disk drive

b)

keyboard

c)

monitor

d)

mouse

67.

It has a screen that displays information, such as the instruction you send to your computer and the information and results your computer sends back after interpreting your instruction.

a)

Hard disk drive

b)

keyboard

c)

monitor

d)

mouse

68.

This part of the computer that is the principal device for communicating with your computer.

a)

Hard disk drive

b)

keyboard

c)

monitor

d)

mouse

69.

It is a magnetic storage device that is installed inside the computer.

a)

keyboard

b)

monitor

c)

mouse

d)

Hard disk drive

70.

Which of the software below is an example of Operating System

software?

a)
b)
c)
d)
71.

Which of the software below is an example of Application software?

a)
b)
c)
d)

72.

Programmers use this software for making computer programs.

a)

Application Software

b)

Device Drivers

c)

Operating System

d)

Programming Language

73.

These are small software programs that help the operating system use  the device.

a)

Device Drivers

b)

Operating System

c)

Programming Language

d)

Application Software

74.

A 32-bit system can address a maximum of _________ of RAM.

a)

2 GB

b)

4 GB

c)

8 GB

d)

16 GB

75.

On a computer with a 64-bit processor, can run a 16-bit legacy program.

a)

True

b)

False

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