Jss1 first term computer studies past questions and answers

Question: What is the primary function of the CPU?

a) Control data input and output

b) Store data permanently

c) Execute instructions and perform calculations

d) Display graphical content

Answer: c) Execute instructions and perform calculations

Question: Which storage device is commonly used for temporary data storage and quick access by the CPU?

 

a) Hard disk drive

b) Random Access Memory (RAM)

c) Solid State Drive (SSD)

d) USB flash drive

Answer: b) Random Access Memory (RAM)

Question: What does the term “GUI” stand for in computing?

 

a) Graphical User Interface

b) General User Interaction

c) Gateway User Integration

d) Global Unit Identifier

Answer: a) Graphical User Interface

Question: Which programming language is known for its simplicity and readability, often used for beginners?

 

a) Java

b) C++

c) Python

d) HTML

Answer: c) Python

Question: What is the purpose of an operating system in a computer?

 

a) Run applications

b) Manage hardware resources

c) Create documents

d) Connect to the internet

Answer: b) Manage hardware resources

Question: Which of the following is an input device?

 

a) Printer

b) Monitor

c) Keyboard

d) Speaker

Answer: c) Keyboard

Question: What is the function of a router in a computer network?

 

a) Connect devices within the same network

b) Print documents

c) Provide power to devices

d) Store large amounts of data

Answer: a) Connect devices within the same network

Question: Which file extension is commonly associated with a video file?

 

a) .txt

b) .mp3

c) .avi

d) .docx

Answer: c) .avi

Question: What does HTML stand for in web development?

 

a) Hyper Text Markup Language

b) High-level Text Modeling Language

c) Human Technology Management Layer

d) Hardware Testing and Maintenance Logic

Answer: a) Hyper Text Markup Language

Question: Which component of a computer is responsible for managing and controlling data storage?

 

a) RAM

b) CPU

c) Hard disk drive

d) Motherboard

Answer: c) Hard disk drive

Question: What does the acronym URL stand for in the context of the internet?

 

a) Universal Resource Locator

b) Uniform Resource Locator

c) Unified Resource Locator

d) Unique Resource Locator

Answer: b) Uniform Resource Locator

Question: Which type of software is designed to protect a computer from viruses and malware?

 

a) Spreadsheet software

b) Antivirus software

c) Graphics software

d) Database software

Answer: b) Antivirus software

Question: What is the purpose of the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) in a computer?

 

a) Manage network connections

b) Control input devices

c) Boot the computer and initialize hardware

d) Create graphical interfaces

Answer: c) Boot the computer and initialize hardware

Question: Which protocol is commonly used for sending emails?

 

a) FTP (File Transfer Protocol)

b) HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)

c) SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)

d) TCP (Transmission Control Protocol)

Answer: c) SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)

Question: What does CPU clock speed measure?

 

a) Storage capacity

b) Processing speed

c) Network bandwidth

d) Screen resolution

Answer: b) Processing speed

Question: In a spreadsheet program, what is the intersection of a row and column called?

 

a) Cell

b) Pixel

c) Byte

d) Node

Answer: a) Cell

Question: Which programming concept involves breaking down a problem into smaller, more manageable parts?

 

a) Debugging

b) Abstraction

c) Decomposition

d) Integration

Answer: c) Decomposition

Question: What is the purpose of a firewall in computer security?

 

a) Block unwanted emails

b) Protect against unauthorized access

c) Manage network traffic

d) Create secure passwords

Answer: b) Protect against unauthorized access

Question: Which of the following is a type of secondary storage device?

 

a) USB flash drive

b) CD-ROM

c) RAM

d) CPU

Answer: b) CD-ROM

Question: What is the role of the GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) in a computer?

 

a) Manage storage devices

b) Control network connections

c) Process and render graphics

d) Execute program instructions

Answer: c) Process and render graphics