computer system game 6511 keyboarding 1 the computer system review game

Computer System Game 6511 Keyboarding

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The Computer System

Review Game


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Directions:

1. Read each of the following questions and corresponding answer choices.

2. Click on the answer that you think best responds to each question.

3. Write down any questions that you get wrong. Be sure to study these!!!


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Allison turned her computer on, but nothing happened. What is Allison’s

computer most likely missing?

A. Application software

B. Operating systemC. Keyboard

D. Monitor


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The CPU can be found inside of which piece of hardware?

A. Monitor

B. Computer case

C. Printer

D. Disk drive


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Joe needs to produce a hard copy of his report. Which hardware device should

he use?

A. CD-ROM

B. Monitor

C. Printer

D. Scanner


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What are the circuits that act as the “brain” of the computer?

A. CLS

B. CPU

C. RAM

D. ROM


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What is the metal and plastic case that houses the main system components

of the computer called?

A. Computer case

B. Floppy Drive

C. Monitor

D. Speaker


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What electronic device receives, processes, stores data, and then

produces a result?

A. Computer

B. Hardware

C. Printer

D. Software


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What part of a computer is a machine that prints character or other images

on paper?

A. Keyboard

B. Mouse

C. Printer

D. Speaker


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What part of a computer contains keys that are used to input data into a

computer?

A. Keyboard

B. Mouse

C. Printer

D. Speaker


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What part of the computer is used to view work that has been entered into

the computer?

A. Keyboard

B. Monitor

C. Mouse

D. Printer


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Tracy needs to type an essay for language arts class. What type of

software should she use?

A. Spreadsheet

B. Database

C. Graphics

D. Word processing


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When information is entered into the computer, the computer has done

what?

A. Cleaned data

B. Processed data

C. Received data

D. Stored data


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When information is stored in the computer’s memory or on disk, the

computer has done what?

A. Cleaned data

B. Processed data

C. Received data

D. Stored data


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Which piece of hardware controls the pointer on the screen?

A. Keyboard

B. Mouse

C. Printer

D. Scanner


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John has a picture of his family that he wants to include in a document. What piece of hardware will allow him to do

this?

A. Keyboard

B. Mouse

C. Printer

D. Scanner


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What does a CD-ROM drive allow the user to do?

A. Read

B. Store

C. Track

D. Write


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Floppy diskettes have the capacity to hold about how much data?

A. 1 GB

B. 1.44 GB

C. 1 MB

D. 1.44 MB


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What piece of hardware is used to produce a paper or hard copy of the

processing results?

A. Keyboard

B. Monitor

C. Printer

D. Speaker


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What hardware device must the user have to hear output?

A. CD-ROM

B. Mouse

C. Printer

D. Speaker


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Which type of storage device allows the user to store the most data?

A. CD-ROM

B. Floppy disk

C. Cassette drive

D. Tape drive


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What hardware device produces a soft copy?

A. CD-ROM

B. Monitor

C. Printer

D. Scanner


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Jessica wants to listen to her new CD on her computer but does not want to

disturb the other students in the library. What output device could she

use?

A. Monitor

B. Headphones

C. Printer

D. Projector


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Which type of storage method allows the user to store the most data?

A. Hard drive

B. CD-ROM

C. Floppy disk

D. Cassette


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What does CD-ROM stand for?

A. Change Drives-Read Only Memory

B. Compact Data-Right On Memory

C. Compact Disc-Read Only Memory

D. Compact Disk-Right Of Memory


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A computer does all of the following EXCEPT:

A. Codes data

B. Processes data

C. Receives data

D. Stores data


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Alex’s teacher has asked him to review the soft copy of his document. Which piece of hardware should he look at?

A. Printer

B. Monitor

C. Speaker

D. Scanner


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Judy got a new computer for her birthday. What would be the BEST thing for her to do before using it?

A. Call the manufacturer

B. Plug it in immediately

C. Read the instructions

D. Throw out the instructions


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Which is NOT a proper care technique for both CD-ROMs and disks?

A. Avoid hot and cold locations

B. Make a back-up copy of your files

C. Keep a drink beside your computer

D. Store in a protective cover


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What should be kept away from the computer at all times?

A. Disks and backups

B. Food and drink

C. Books and manuals

D. Pens and pencils


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What would be the BEST use of a CD-ROM drive?

A. Using it as a cup holder

B. Saving your homework

C. Entering information into the computer

D. Processing the information that has been entered into the computer


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What should you NOT do while the disk drive is running?

A. Make a backup

B. Remove the disk

C. Save another file

D. Scan for viruses


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Which should you keep near your computer?

A. Instruction manuals

B. Extreme heat

C. Food and drink

D. Magnets


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True or false, printers can only print documents in black and white?

A. True

B. False


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True or false, you can operate a computer without a mouse?

A. True

B. False


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Which IS NOT a computer part?

A. CPU

B. Keyboard

C. Mouse

D. Remote


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Which is a good strategy to use with computers?

A. Avoid dusty locations

B. Avoid regular virus checks

C. Cover vents on the CPU

D. Place magnets on CPU’s side


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What type of software works with the operating system to perform word

processing, database, and spreadsheet tasks?

A. Application

B. Graphics

C. Operating system

D. Utility


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If you wanted to keep track of your allowance and spending, what type of

software would you use?

A. Database

B. Spreadsheet

C. Word processing

D. Utility


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What is the physical equipment that can be touched?

A. Hardware

B. Input

C. Software

D. Storage


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What are the instructions that tell the computer what to do?

A. Hardware

B. Input

C. Software

D. Storage


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Which type of application software is used to key a document?

A. ClipArt

B. Database

C. Spreadsheet

D. Word processing


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Which application software would create an electronic filing system?

A. Database

B. Graphics

C. Spreadsheet

D. Word processing


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Which type of software controls the operation of a computer system?

A. Application

B. Graphics

C. Operating system

D. Utility


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What application software is used to write letters and reports?

A. Database

B. Graphics

C. Spreadsheet

D. Word processing


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An electronic card catalog is an example of which type of application

software?

A. Spreadsheet

B. Word processing

C. Database

D. Graphics


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What kind of computer is designed to be small, light, and portable?

A. Laptop

B. Mainframe

C. Personal

D. Tablet


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Which IS NOT computer hardware?

A. Disk drive

B. Monitor

C. Printer

D. Software


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Which IS NOT an example of hardware?

A. Cables

B. Disk drive

C. Monitor

D. Windows 98


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MS Excel is an example of what?

A. Application software

B. Database

C. Hardware

D. System software


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What does CPU stand for?

A. Central Payroll Unit

B. Central Processing Unit

C. Computer Printer Unit

D. Computer Processing Unit


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All are examples of operating system software, EXCEPT:

A. MS Works

B. Windows 95

C. Windows 2000

D. Windows XP


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Which is usually NOT associated with a database program?

A. Address book

B. Catalog

C. Encyclopedia

D. Memo


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Which IS NOT usually associated with a word processing program?

A. Flyer

B. Grade book

C. Memo

D. Report


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Which IS NOT an example of a task performed by operating system software?

A. Calculating expenses

B. Creating folders

C. Formatting disks

D. Moving files


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Which is the MOST often used to input information into the computer?

A. Disk drive

B. Keyboard

C. Printer

D. Scanner


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What device is used to store and read data on a disk?

A. Disk drive

B. Keyboard

C. Monitor

D. Printer


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What is the MOST common computer storage method?

A. Cassette tape

B. CD-ROM

C. Disk

D. VHS tape


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Which IS NOT part of the information processing cycle?

A. Database

B. Input

C. Output

D. Storage


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What storage device allows the fastest access to data?

A. Cassette tape player

B. Disk drive

C. Hard drive

D. Zip drive


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What is the information that shows up on the monitor called?

A. Document

B. Hard copy

C. Report

D. Soft copy


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What types of devices allow you to store information?

A. Input

B. Output

C. Processing

D. Storage


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Which example IS NOT a storage device?

A. CD-RW

B. Disk

C. Monitor

D. Tape drive


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Which hardware device processes data?

A. CD-ROM

B. Keyboard

C. CPU

D. Monitor


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Which device IS NOT used for data entry?

A. Keyboard

B. Mouse

C. Printer

D. Scanner


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What is the MOST frequently used output device?

A. Mouse

B. Monitor

C. Printer

D. Scanner


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Which IS NOT an example of an input device?

A. Keyboard

B. Mouse

C. Printer

D. Scanner


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Which IS NOT an example of an output device?

A. Joystick

B. Monitor

C. Printer

D. Speaker


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