Jss1 second term Basic Technology past questions and answers

Here are 20 Basic Technology questions with options and answers:

Question: What is the purpose of a graphics card in a computer?

 

A) Process data

B) Connect to the internet

C) Display graphics on a monitor

D) Store files

Answer: C) Display graphics on a monitor

Question: Which of the following is a programming language commonly used for mobile app development?

 

A) Java

B) Swift

C) HTML

D) Python

Answer: B) Swift

Question: What does URL stand for?

 

A) Universal Resource Locator

B) United Resources Library

C) User Resource Locator

D) Uniform Reference Language

Answer: A) Universal Resource Locator

Question: Which type of software allows users to browse the internet?

 

A) Spreadsheet

B) Web browser

C) Antivirus

D) Word processor

Answer: B) Web browser

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

 

A) Store data permanently

B) Temporary storage for quick access

C) Connect to the internet

D) Display information

Answer: B) Temporary storage for quick access

Question: Which component of a computer is responsible for managing and coordinating hardware resources?

 

A) CPU

B) RAM

C) Motherboard

D) Operating system

Answer: D) Operating system

Question: What is the function of an output device in a computer system?

 

A) Enter data into the computer

B) Store data permanently

C) Process data

D) Display information to the user

Answer: D) Display information to the user

Question: Which programming language is known for its versatility and is often used for system-level programming?

 

A) Python

B) C++

C) Java

D) HTML

Answer: B) C++

Question: What is the purpose of a network switch?

 

A) Connect to the internet

B) Connect multiple devices in a local network

C) Process data

D) Display images

Answer: B) Connect multiple devices in a local network

Question: Which of the following is an example of an input device?

 

A) Printer

B) Scanner

C) Monitor

D) Speaker

Answer: B) Scanner

Question: What is the purpose of a backup in computer systems?

 

A) Connect to the internet

B) Prevent unauthorized access

C) Store a copy of data for recovery in case of loss

D) Display information to the user

Answer: C) Store a copy of data for recovery in case of loss

Question: Which file format is commonly used for audio files?

 

A) .docx

B) .mp3

C) .jpg

D) .pdf

Answer: B) .mp3

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

 

A) Connect to the internet

B) Display images

C) Prevent unauthorized access to a network

D) Store files

Answer: C) Prevent unauthorized access to a network

Question: Which of the following is an example of a system software?

 

A) Microsoft Word

B) Adobe Photoshop

C) Windows operating system

D) Google Chrome

Answer: C) Windows operating system

Question: What is the role of an assembler in programming?

 

A) Connect to the internet

B) Convert high-level programming code to machine code

C) Display images

D) Store files

Answer: B) Convert high-level programming code to machine code

Question: Which device is commonly used for pointing and selecting items on a computer screen?

 

A) Keyboard

B) Mouse

C) Scanner

D) Printer

Answer: B) Mouse

Question: What is the purpose of a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) for a computer?

 

A) Connect to the internet

B) Provide a continuous power supply during outages

C) Display information

D) Store files

Answer: B) Provide a continuous power supply during outages

Question: What is the purpose of an email client software?

 

A) Create documents

B) Connect to the internet

C) Manage and send emails

D) Perform calculations

Answer: C) Manage and send emails

Question: Which of the following is an example of optical storage media?

 

A) USB flash drive

B) CD-ROM

C) Hard Drive

D) RAM

Answer: B) CD-ROM

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

 

A) Connect to the internet

B) Connect multiple networks and rout

e data between them

C) Store files

D) Display images

Answer: B) Connect multiple networks and route data between them