Section 8 Technical know-how activities

Activity: Data storage, input and output devices

(Adapted from the Connecting Communities ICT Tools Training Pack Equipment Module)

Complete the following quiz by selecting one correct answer in each case unless otherwise
instructed.

1. A computer keyboard is an example of a(n):

a.) Input device

b.) Output device

c.) Processing device

d.) Storage device

2. The following are ALL examples of output devices:

a.) Mouse, keyboard, monitor, printer

b.) Microphone, speakers, headphones

c.) CPU, modem, video card

d.) Monitor, speakers, headphones, printer

3. CPU is a short form for:

a.) Computer positronic unit

b.) Computer processing unit

c.) Central processing unit

d.) Central postal unit

4. A CPU is an example of a(n):

a.) Input device

b.) Output device

c.) Processing device

d.) Storage device

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5. The following are ALL examples of storage devices:

a.) Floppy drive, hard drive, CPU, RAM

b.) Floppy drive, hard drive, CD-ROM, zip drive

c.) Floppy drive, CPU, video card, sound card

d.) Paper, organizer, refrigerator, keyboard

6. Video cards and sound cards are both examples of processing devices.

True

False

7. Input devices give information back to the computer user.

True

False

8. Which three of the following are examples of input devices?

Tick all that apply.

A. Keyboard

B. Monitor

C. Microphone

D. Digital camera

E. Printer

Check your answers

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