Types of Technology: Interactive Learning Quizzes for Year 4 ICT

Question 1

What is a special feature of a tablet that makes it different from a smartphone?

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Bigger screen

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Faster processor

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Removable keyboard

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More storage space

Question 2

What is the main use of a gaming console?

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Playing games

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Watching movies

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Writing stories

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Doing homework

Question 3

What is the main job of a computer keyboard?

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Type words and commands

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Show information

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Save files

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Connect to the internet

Question 4

Which of these is an example of using technology responsibly?

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Knowing about online safety risks

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Spending too much time on your phone without taking breaks

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Sharing personal photos on social media

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Using technology to do illegal things

Question 5

What do we call the physical parts of a computer system?

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Hardware

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Programs

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Data

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Network

Question 6

What is the job of an operating system on a computer?

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To control the hardware and software

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To store your files

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To run specific programs

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To connect to the internet

Question 7

Which of these is NOT a device used in everyday life?

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Book

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Computer

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Tablet

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Smartphone

Question 8

What do we mainly use a gaming console for?

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Playing games

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Going on the internet

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Writing documents

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Making video calls

Question 9

What's the most important thing to think about when getting a new technology device?

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What it can do and if it meets your needs

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The brand

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How much it costs

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What colour it is

Question 10

Which of these is NOT a benefit of technology in education?

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Less time spent looking at screens

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More learning resources

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Learning that's tailored to you

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Easier communication between teachers and students

Question 11

What's the difference between hardware and software?

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Hardware is physical, while software isn't

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Software is physical, while hardware isn't

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They're the same thing

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Hardware is for fun, while software is for work

Question 12

Which of these is a device that lets you put information into a computer?

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Keyboard

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Monitor

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Printer

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Speakers

Question 13

What's a network for?

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Connecting computers and devices

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Storing files

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Running software

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Printing documents

Question 14

Which of these is **not** a type of personal computer?

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Mainframe

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Laptop

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Desktop

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Tablet

Question 15

What is the most important purpose of a smartphone?

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Accessing the internet

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Making phone calls

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Playing games

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Editing documents

Question 16

Which of these is **not** a feature of a gaming console?

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Touch screen

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Controllers

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High-quality graphics

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Wi-Fi

Question 17

What is the main role of software in a computer system?

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Providing instructions for the computer to follow

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Storing data

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Processing input

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Displaying output

Question 18

Which of the following is an example of a portable device?

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Laptop

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Refrigerator

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Television

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Microwave

Question 19

How are the internet and a website different?

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The internet is a global network of computers, while a website is a collection of web pages.

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A website is a global network of computers, while the internet is a collection of web pages.

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The internet and a website are the same thing.

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There is no difference between the internet and a website.

Question 20

What is the purpose of a search engine?

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To find information on the internet

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To create websites

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To send emails

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To play games

Question 21

Which of these is **not** a responsible way to use technology?

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Cyberbullying

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Being kind to others online

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Keeping personal information private

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Using technology for learning

Question 22

Which of these is **not** something you can use to play games?

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Book

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Computer

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Tablet

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Gaming console

Question 23

What type of technology do you use to connect to the internet?

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Router

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Printer

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Scanner

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Webcam

Question 24

Which of these is **not** an input device?

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Printer

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Keyboard

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Mouse

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Microphone

Question 25

What is the primary function of a gaming console?

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Playing video games

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Browsing the web

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Creating documents

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Video calling

Question 26

Which of these devices is used to display information?

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Monitor

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Keyboard

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Mouse

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Webcam

Question 27

What is the main role of an operating system on a computer?

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To control hardware and software

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To store files

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To run applications

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To connect to the internet

Question 28

Which of the following is an example of cloud-based storage?

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Google Drive

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Microsoft Word

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Local hard drive

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USB flash drive

Question 29

Which of these actions is considered responsible when using technology?

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Using social media appropriately

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Playing online games excessively

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Downloading illegal content

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Sharing personal information with strangers online

Question 30

What is the primary benefit of using a search engine?

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Finding information quickly and easily

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Entertainment

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Communication

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Gaming

Question 31

Which of these is NOT a type of technology we've learned about in this unit?

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Printers

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Computers

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Tablets

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Smartphones

Question 32

What is the main purpose of a computer?

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To create and change documents

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To play games

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To watch videos

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To make phone calls

Question 33

What is the main reason we use gaming consoles?

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To play games

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To browse the internet

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To create documents

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To make video calls

Question 34

Which of these is an input device?

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Mouse

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Monitor

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Printer

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Speaker

Question 35

What is the purpose of an operating system?

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To control the computer's hardware and software

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To browse the internet

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To play games

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To store files

Question 36

Which of these is a type of software application?

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Calculator

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Hard drive

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Network card

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Power supply

Question 37

What is the main purpose of memory in computers?

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To store information for later use

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To process information

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To input information

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To output information

Question 38

What is a possible downside of using technology?

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It can lead to less physical activity.

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It helps us stay connected with loved ones.

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It gives us quick access to information.

Question 39

Which of these devices uses the most electricity?

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Desktop computer

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Laptop

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Tablet

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Smartphone

Question 40

What is a disadvantage of using technology?

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Producing extra waste

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Staying connected with friends and family who live far away

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Getting help with schoolwork and learning new things

Question 41

Which of these is NOT a concern people may have about using technology?

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Learning new skills through technology

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Addiction to technology

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Financial theft through technology

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Eye strain from technology use

Question 42

Which of these devices is used to type text and commands into a computer?

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Keyboard

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Printer

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Speaker

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Monitor

Question 43

What is the primary purpose of a computer?

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To process and store information

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To browse the internet

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To print documents

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To play games

Question 44

Which of the following is a type of software?

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Word processor

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Keyboard

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Printer

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Scanner

Question 45

Which of the following is a key advantage of using a tablet?

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Portability

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Expandable memory

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Large screen size

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Powerful processor

Question 46

What is the main purpose of a smartphone?

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To make calls and access the internet

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To type documents

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To watch movies

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To play games

Question 47

Which of these is an example of a gaming console?

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PlayStation

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Scanner

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Keyboard

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Printer