Computer Systems for Year 6: Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Select the option that does NOT represent a type of permanent storage device:

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Processor

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Hard disk drive

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Solid-state drive

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Optical drive

Question 2

The software responsible for managing the computer's hardware and software resources is called:

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Operating system

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Word processor

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Spreadsheet

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Web browser

Question 3

Which file format is commonly used to store images on computers?

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JPEG

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TXT

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MP3

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PDF

Question 4

Software, unlike hardware, is:

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Intangible

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Tangible

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Used for data storage

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Used for running programs

Question 5

A group of computers connected to share resources and information forms a:

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Computer network

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Internet

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Intranet

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Extranet

Question 6

The vast network of interconnected computers worldwide is known as the:

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Internet

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World Wide Web

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Intranet

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Extranet

Question 7

What is the primary function of Random Access Memory (RAM) in a computer?

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To store the operating system, applications, and user files temporarily

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To store data permanently

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To process instructions and perform calculations

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To connect different parts of the computer

Question 8

Which of the following storage devices is used for long-term data storage and is accessed using a spinning disk?

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Hard disk drive (HDD)

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Flash drive

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Processor

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Keyboard

Question 9

The binary system is used in computers because:

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It represents data using only two digits (0 and 1)

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It makes it easier to store large amounts of data

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It speeds up processing

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It allows for more accurate calculations

Question 10

Which of the following is a type of computer network that connects devices within a small geographic area?

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Local Area Network (LAN)

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Satellite network

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Cellular network

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Internet

Question 11

What is the main purpose of a firewall in a computer system?

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To protect the computer from unauthorized access and attacks

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To improve internet speed

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To store files and data

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To display information on the screen

Question 12

What is the primary function of application software in a computer system?

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To perform specific tasks, such as creating documents or playing games

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To control the hardware and manage system resources

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To provide a user interface for interacting with the computer

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To connect to the internet

Question 13

What is the primary difference between hardware and software in a computer system?

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Hardware is tangible and physical, while software is intangible and consists of instructions

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Software is tangible and physical, while hardware is intangible and consists of instructions

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Hardware and software are both tangible and physical

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Hardware and software are both intangible and consist of instructions

Question 14

What is the primary purpose of the computer's processor?

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Processing data

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Storing data

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Connecting to the internet

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Displaying information

Question 15

Which of these is NOT a type of computer memory?

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Storage

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RAM

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ROM

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Cache

Question 16

What is the role of storage devices in a computer system?

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Permanent data storage

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Temporary data storage

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Data processing

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Internet connection

Question 17

What is the smallest unit of data storage in a computer?

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Bit

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Byte

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Kilobyte

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Megabyte

Question 18

What is the key difference between computer hardware and software?

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Hardware is physical, while software is not.

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Software is physical, while hardware is not.

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Hardware can run programs, while software stores data.

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Software can run programs, while hardware stores data.

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of input hardware?

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Keyboard

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Monitor

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Printer

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Hard disk drive

Question 20

What is the primary purpose of an operating system?

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Managing computer hardware and software

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Storing and retrieving data

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Processing data

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Connecting to the internet

Question 21

Which of the following is considered a network device?

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Router

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Printer

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Scanner

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Webcam

Question 22

How does a web browser differ from a search engine?

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A browser accesses websites, while a search engine helps find them.

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A search engine accesses websites, while a browser helps find them.

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Browsers and search engines perform the same function.

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Browsers are for online shopping, while search engines are for research.

Question 23

Which of these is NOT inside the main computer box?

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Keyboard

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Processor

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Memory

Question 24

Which part of the computer performs calculations and makes decisions?

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Processor

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Memory

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Storage

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Keyboard

Question 25

Which of these is NOT a storage device?

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RAM

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Hard disk drive

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Solid-state drive

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Optical drive

Question 26

What's the main job of a computer's operating system?

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Manage hardware and software

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Run programs

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Store files

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Connect to the internet

Question 27

What's the key difference between hardware and software?

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Hardware is physical, software is not.

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Software is physical, hardware is not.

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Hardware stores data, software processes data.

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Software stores data, hardware processes data.

Question 28

What do output devices do?

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Display or print information

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Store data

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Process data

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Connect to the internet

Question 29

What's the purpose of a firewall?

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Protect against unauthorized network access

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Improve network performance

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Store data

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Connect to the internet

Question 30

What component of a computer displays information for the user?

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Monitor

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Processor

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Memory

Question 31

Which of these is **not** a main part of a computer system?

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Monitor

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Processor

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Memory

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Storage

Question 32

What does the processor do in a computer system?

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Carries out instructions

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Stores data and instructions

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Provides input and output

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Connects devices

Question 33

What is the purpose of secondary storage devices?

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To store large amounts of data that can be kept for a long time

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To provide temporary storage for data

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To carry out instructions

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To connect input and output devices

Question 34

What is the difference between input and output devices?

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Input devices receive data from the user, while output devices display or print data.

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Input devices store data, while output devices process data.

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Input devices connect to the computer, while output devices are standalone.

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Input devices are used for communication, while output devices are used for storage.

Question 35

Which of these is an example of an input device?

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Keyboard

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Printer

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Monitor

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Speakers

Question 36

What is the role of the operating system in a computer system?

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To manage hardware and software resources

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To store user data

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To run application programs

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To provide a user interface

Question 37

Which of these is **not** something a computer can do?

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Think creatively

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Create spreadsheets

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Play games

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Analyze data

Question 38

Which part of a computer is in charge of following instructions?

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Processor

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Keyboard

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Monitor

Question 39

Which type of computer network is used to connect devices in a limited space, such as a home or school?

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LAN

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WAN

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VPN

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MAN

Question 40

How is data stored and processed in a computer?

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Data is represented using a combination of 0s and 1s called bits and bytes.

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Computers can only understand data in text format.

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A byte is smaller than a bit.

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Computers use the decimal system to process data.

Question 41

Inside a computer's brain, the processor, which two parts team up to control instructions and information?

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Control Unit and Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)

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Central Processing Unit (CPU) and Random Access Memory (RAM)

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Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) and Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

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Input/Output (I/O) Unit and Motherboard

Question 42

What does RAM do in a computer?

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It holds information the computer is using right now.

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It helps the computer think.

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It stores information permanently.

Question 43

Which of these lets you give instructions to a computer?

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Keyboard

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Storage

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Printer

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Monitor

Question 44

What is the purpose of a network?

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To connect different computers and devices together.

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To make the computer faster.

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To play games.

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To keep information safe.

Question 45

What's the difference between hardware and software?

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Hardware is the parts you can touch, like the keyboard. Software is the instructions that tell the computer what to do.

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Hardware is what you see on the screen, software is what you type in.