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    This document provides a test on information and communication technology (ICT) concepts for years 7 and 8 students. It covers topics such as identifying computer parts, different types of devices and their features, uses of QR codes and 3D printers, input/output devices, digital photography, and OLED display technology. The test contains multiple choice, short answer, and explanatory questions testing students' understanding of fundamental ICT concepts.

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    This document provides a test on information and communication technology (ICT) concepts for years 7 and 8 students. It covers topics such as identifying computer parts, different types of devices and their features, uses of QR codes and 3D printers, input/output devices, digital photography, and OLED display technology. The test contains multiple choice, short answer, and explanatory questions testing students' understanding of fundamental ICT concepts.

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    Mid TErm - ICT Y7&8

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    ICT - YEAR 7 & 8

    1. Name the parts of a computer system shown below. [2 marks]

    a) …………………………………………….

    b) …………………………………………….

    c) …………………………………………….

    d) …………………………………………….
    2. Some of the statements below are true and some are false. Write true or false in the
    column provided.

    Statement True/False
    Streaming videos to mobile phones using 4G networks has faster
    data transfer rates than using WiFi
    Mainframe computers have smaller internal memories than
    desktop computers
    Spreadsheets and word processors are examples of applications
    software
    Video cards and sound cards are typical example of computer
    software
    Examples of utilities include anti-virus, anti-spyware software and
    screen savers

    [5 marks]

    3. One type of device are shown below. In each case:

    i. name the device


    ii. give two advantages of using the device (compared to the others)
    iii. give two disadvantages of using the device (compared to the others)
    iv. give two features of each device (which makes it different to the others)

    i) Name ……………………………………………………………………………………………

    ii) Advantages 1 …………………………………………………………………………………..

    ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….

    Advantages 2 …………………………………………………………………………………..

    ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
    iii) Disadvantages 1 ………………………………………………………………………………

    ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….

    Disadvantages 2 ………………………………………………………………………………

    ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….

    iv) Feature 1 ……………………………………………………………………………………….

    ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….

    Feature 2 ……………………………………………………………………………………….

    ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
    [6 marks]

    4. Which terms are being described below:

    a) A type of language translator which uses specific software to help in translation from
    one human language (e.g. French) into another (e.g. German); makes use of
    terminology databases and translation memories.

    ………………………………………………………………………………………………………

    ………………………………………………………………………………………………………

    b) Technology that allows 3-D images to be produced; makes use of last light source, light
    diffraction and light intensity reading; as an image is rotated it will appear to move in
    the same way as original in three dimensions.

    ………………………………………………………………………………………………………

    ………………………………………………………………………………………………………

    c) The science of making a message unintelligible to a hacker; this method uses light and
    its physical properties to produce a virtually unbreakable coding system.

    ………………………………………………………………………………………………………

    ………………………………………………………………………………………………………

    d) Technology that uses data goggles, sensor suits, data gloves or helmets to get a
    feeling of reality; it is an artificial environment created by software used in training,
    fashion, engineering and sport, for example.

    ………………………………………………………………………………………………………

    ………………………………………………………………………………………………………
    [4 marks]
    5. Give two advantages to the supermarket manager and two advantages to customers of
    using barcodes on all items.

    Manager

    i.
    ……………………………………………………………………………………………

    ……………………………………………………………………………………………

    ii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………

    ……………………………………………………………………………………………

    Customer

    i.
    ……………………………………………………………………………………………

    ……………………………………………………………………………………………

    ii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………

    ……………………………………………………………………………………………
    [4 marks]

    6. This barcode is known as a QR code:

    a) What does ‘QR’ mean?

    ……………………………………………………………………………………………………
    [1 mark]

    b) Give two benefits of using QR codes.

    i. …………………………………………………………………………………………

    …………………………………………………………………………………………
    ii. …………………………………………………………………………………………

    …………………………………………………………………………………………
    [4 marks]

    7. Explain how a tourist could use QR codes at an airport to help plan their holiday.

    ……………………………………………………………………………………………………

    ……………………………………………………………………………………………………

    ……………………………………………………………………………………………………

    ……………………………………………………………………………………………………
    [4 marks]

    8. Describe three uses of 3-D printers.

    i. …………………………………………………………………………………………

    …………………………………………………………………………………………

    ii. …………………………………………………………………………………………

    …………………………………………………………………………………………

    iii. ………………………………………………………………………………………..

    …………………………………………………………………………………………
    [3 mark]

    9. Seven statements about input / output devices are given below. Write true or false in
    the column provided.

    Statement True/False
    Webcams record images before being transmitted
    Light pens only work with CRT monitors
    Graphics tables allow drawings to be modified prior to input
    Data from microphones can be directly processed by a computer
    Optical mice use light to transmit data directly to the computer
    Ergonomic keyboards are much smaller than standard QWERTY
    keyboards
    Driving (steering) wheels use sensors to detect left/right
    movement to give the sensation of steering
    [7 marks]
    10. Most smart phones also have cameras fitted as a standard feature.

    Give two reasons why many people still prefer to use a digital camera rather than take
    photos using their smart phone.

    i. …………………………………………………………………………………………

    …………………………………………………………………………………………

    ii. …………………………………………………………………………………………

    …………………………………………………………………………………………
    [4 marks]

    11. Describe three ways in which photographs can be transferred from a digital camera to
    a computer.

    i. …………………………………………………………………………………………

    …………………………………………………………………………………………

    ii. …………………………………………………………………………………………

    …………………………………………………………………………………………

    iii. ………………………………………………………………………………………..

    …………………………………………………………………………………………
    [3 marks]

    12. Explain the term ‘OLED’.

    …………………………………………………………………………………………………….

    …………………………………………………………………………………………………….
    [1 mark]

    13. Give two benefits of using OLED technology rather than LCD.

    i. …………………………………………………………………………………………

    …………………………………………………………………………………………

    ii. …………………………………………………………………………………………

    …………………………………………………………………………………………
    [2 marks]

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