COMPUTER FORM ONE MID-TERM EXAM CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT

TEST (30 MKS)

Answer Key

1. What is a peripheral device? (2 marks)

o A peripheral device is an external device that connects to and works with the
computer to either input, output, or store data. Examples include a mouse,
keyboard, printer, and external hard drive.
2. What is the meaning of "data processing?" (1 mark)
o Data processing is the collection and manipulation of data to produce meaningful
information.
3. Classify the following keyboard characters. a) A, B, C........Z (½ mark)
o Alphabetical characters b) 0, 1, 2, 3.....9 (½ mark)
o Numerical characters c) F1..............F12 (½ mark)
o Function keys d) Page up, Arrow keys, End, Home (½ mark)
o Navigation keys
4. Name the three factors that are used to classify computers. (3 marks)
o Size
o Function
o Purpose
5. Briefly describe each of the following mouse operations a. Right Clicking (2 marks)
o Right clicking involves pressing the right button on the mouse to display a
context-sensitive menu. b. Double Clicking (2 marks)
o Double clicking involves quickly pressing the left mouse button twice to open
files or applications.
6. Define what is a computer laboratory (2 marks)
o A computer laboratory is a specially designated room equipped with computers
and other digital equipment for educational, research, and practical purposes.
7. Explain three measures that protect computers in the computer laboratory. (3
marks)
o Installing antivirus software to protect against malware.
o Using surge protectors to guard against power surges.
o Regular maintenance and updates to ensure the systems are secure and
functioning properly.
8. The CPU is composed of three major components. Give and explain two major
components. (4 marks)
o Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU): Performs all arithmetic and logical operations.
o Control Unit (CU): Directs the operation of the processor, telling the computer
how to execute program instructions.
9. Why is the screen referred to as the monitor? (2 marks)
o The screen is referred to as the monitor because it displays output from the
computer to the user, acting as a visual interface.
10. State two causes of data loss in computing (2 marks)
o Hardware failure
o Human error, such as accidental deletion
11. List two examples of toggle keys found on a standard keyboard (2 marks)
o Caps Lock
o Num Lock
12. State three characteristics of fifth-generation computers (3 marks)
o Use of artificial intelligence
o Ability to understand natural language
o Advanced parallel processing capabilities