Quiz: Do You Have The Basic Knowledge About Computer?
Do You Have The Basic Knowledge About Computer? In the world today, it is important for people to know the basics of a computer at least since they are used in almost every field. In the quiz below, you will be asked some basic questions about computers. Do give it a try and get to see what else you might learn.
- 1.
What is the other name for computer programs and information?
- A.
Output
- B.
Process
- C.
Software
- D.
CPU
Correct Answer
C. Software -
- 2.
The part of a computer that allows the user to view information on a screen.
- A.
Mouse
- B.
RAM
- C.
Motherboard
- D.
Monitor
Correct Answer
D. Monitor -
- 3.
This part sends signals to other parts of the computer to tell them what to do.
- A.
CPU
- B.
Motherboard
- C.
Icon
- D.
Hard drive
Correct Answer
B. Motherboard -
- 4.
This is a flat input device that usually sits in front of the monitor.
- A.
Keyboard
- B.
Tower
- C.
Mouse
- D.
Laptop
Correct Answer
A. Keyboard -
- 5.
This memory is for short term storage and is lost when the computer is turned off.
- A.
Icon
- B.
CPU
- C.
Hard drive
- D.
RAM
Correct Answer
D. RAM -
- 6.
A name for a small picture or image representing a folder or a program.
- A.
Graphic
- B.
Icon
- C.
Software
- D.
Desktop
Correct Answer
B. Icon -
- 7.
This computer is small enough to fit on your lap and is very portable.
- A.
Laptop
- B.
Tower
- C.
Computer
- D.
Motherboard
Correct Answer
A. Laptop -
- 8.
This part allows the user to hear information from the computer.
- A.
Monitor
- B.
Software
- C.
Input
- D.
Speaker
Correct Answer
D. Speaker -
- 9.
Another name for all the parts of a computer.
- A.
Process
- B.
Hardware
- C.
Monitor
- D.
Software
Correct Answer
B. Hardware -
- 10.
This input device will allow the user to move the pointer on the screen.
- A.
Mouse
- B.
Speaker
- C.
Icon
- D.
Output
Correct Answer
A. Mouse -
- 11.
This type of computer is tall rather than wide.
- A.
Laptop
- B.
Motherboard
- C.
Hard Drive
- D.
Tower
Correct Answer
D. Tower -
- 12.
This device allows the user to record or send their voice into the computer.
- A.
Monitor
- B.
Microphone
- C.
Output
- D.
Speaker
Correct Answer
B. Microphone -
- 13.
This part does the real calculation, moving and processing of information.
- A.
CPU
- B.
IBM
- C.
RAM
- D.
Hard Drive
Correct Answer
A. CPU -
- 14.
This is a type of computer that sets on a table or desk.
- A.
Keyboard
- B.
Laptop
- C.
Hard Drive
- D.
Desktop
Correct Answer
D. Desktop -
- 15.
What are the 3 main things a computer does?
- A.
Input
- B.
Save
- C.
Output
- D.
Process
- E.
Reboot
Correct Answer(s)
A. Input
C. Output
D. Process -
- 16.
This part stores data, programs, settings, and the operating system while the computer is off. While it is on, it spins inside the computer reading and writing data.
- A.
CPU
- B.
Motherboard
- C.
RAM
- D.
Hard Drive
Correct Answer
D. Hard Drive -
- 17.
Select 2 input devices
- A.
Microphone
- B.
Printer
- C.
Keyboard
- D.
Speaker
Correct Answer(s)
A. Microphone
C. Keyboard -
- 18.
Select 3 output devices
- A.
Scaner
- B.
Speaker
- C.
Printer
- D.
Microphone
- E.
Monitor
Correct Answer(s)
B. Speaker
C. Printer
E. Monitor -
- 19.
Name a type of Disk Drive.(Single word or abreviation only please.)Ex.A ____________ Disk Drive.
Correct Answer(s)
floppy
flopy
hard
cd
dvd - 20.
Name a type of Disk Drive.(Single word or abreviation only please.)Ex.A ____________ Disk Drive.
Correct Answer(s)
floppy
flopy
cd
dvd
hard - 21.
Name a type of Disk Drive.(Single word or abreviation only please.)Ex.A ____________ Disk Drive.
Correct Answer(s)
floppy
flopy
hard
cd
dvd - 22.
Name of an Operating System
- A.
Dell
- B.
Windows XP
- C.
Yahoo
- D.
Microsoft
Correct Answer
B. Windows XP -
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