Section A: Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is an input device? a) Printer b) Monitor c) Keyboard d)

Speakers
2. Which of the following is a storage device? a) RAM b) CPU c) Hard disk drive d)
Power supply unit
3. Which type of computer is typically used in homes and offices for general
computing tasks? a) Mainframe computer b) Supercomputer c) Personal
computer d) Embedded computer
4. What does the acronym "CPU" stand for? a) Central Processing Unit b) Control
Processing Unit c) Computer Processing Unit d) Core Processing Unit
5. Which of the following is a type of non-volatile memory? a) RAM b) ROM c)
Cache memory d) Virtual memory

Section B: Short Answer Questions

1. Define the term "input device" and provide two examples.

2. Explain the function of the motherboard in a computer system.
3. Differentiate between volatile and non-volatile memory. Provide one example of
each.
4. Describe the purpose of an operating system in a computer system.

Section C: Diagram-based Questions

1. Label the following components of a computer system: a) CPU b) RAM c) Hard

disk drive d) Power supply unit
2. Draw a diagram to illustrate the basic input/output process in a computer system.

Section D: Practical Application

1. You are purchasing a computer for a small business. Discuss the factors you
would consider when choosing the appropriate type of computer system.
2. Imagine you are setting up a computer network for a school. Outline the essential
components and devices you would need to include.
Section A: Multiple Choice Questions

6. Which of the following is an example of an output device? a) Mouse b) Scanner c)

Printer d) Microphone
7. Which component of a computer system is responsible for executing instructions
and performing calculations? a) RAM b) Hard disk drive c) CPU d) Motherboard
8. Which of the following is an example of secondary storage? a) Optical disc b)
Flash drive c) SSD (Solid-State Drive) d) All of the above
9. Which type of computer system is designed to be portable and can be easily
carried around? a) Desktop computer b) Laptop computer c) Server computer d)
Mainframe computer
10. What does the acronym "GPU" stand for? a) General Processing Unit b) Graphics
Processing Unit c) Gaming Processing Unit d) Graphic Programming Unit

Section B: Short Answer Questions

5. Explain the role of the graphics card in a computer system.

6. Differentiate between primary and secondary storage in a computer system.
7. Describe the purpose of an input device in the context of computer systems.
8. Define the term "motherboard" and explain its significance in a computer system.

Section C: Diagram-based Questions

3. Draw a labeled diagram to illustrate the basic components of a motherboard.

4. Create a diagram to depict the various types of storage devices in a computer
system, including primary and secondary storage.

Section D: Practical Application

3. You are setting up a multimedia studio. Discuss the key hardware components
you would need to include in the computer systems to support high-quality
audio and video production.
4. Imagine you are the IT manager of a company. Explain the importance of regular
maintenance and upgrades for computer systems, and provide examples of
specific maintenance tasks.