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Class 10 - Information Technology (402)

Sample Paper - 01 (2024-25)

Maximum Marks: 50
Time Allowed: : 2 hours

General Instructions:

1. Please read the instructions carefully.

2. This Question Paper consists of 21 questions in two sections: Section A & Section B.
3. Section A has Objective type questions whereas Section B contains Subjective type questions.
4. Out of the given (5+16=) 21 questions, a candidate has to answer (5+10=) 15 questions in the allotted (maximum) time of 2
hours.
5. All questions of a particular section must be attempted in the correct order.
6. SECTION A - OBJECTIVE-TYPE QUESTIONS (24 MARKS):
i. This section has 05 questions.
ii. Marks allotted are mentioned against each question/part.
iii. There is no negative marking.
iv. Do as per the instructions given.
7. SECTION B - SUBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS (26 MARKS):
i. This section has 16 questions.
ii. A candidate has to do 10 questions.
iii. Do as per the instructions given.
iv. Marks allotted are mentioned against each question/part.

SECTION A: OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS

1. Answer any 4 out of the given 6 questions on Employability Skills (1 x 4 = 4 marks)

1. Which of the following skills is more important than others in getting success in a professional career?

a) Intelligence Quotient (IQ)

b) Communication skills
c) Linguistic skill
d) Emotional and social skills

2. Internal stress is a result of

a) survival stress
b) experience
c) pent-up worries
d) laziness

3. Pressing key opens the Start menu:

a) Ctrl + shift + Windows

b) Windows
c) Alt + Windows

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d) Ctrl + Windows

4. Which of the following abilities allows an entrepreneur to put everything at stake to convert his idea into a reality?

a) Self-confidence
b) Self-motivation
c) Time management
d) Risk-taking ability

5. Which of the following things should be kept in mind to avoid Linguistic barriers in communication?

a) Clear pronunciation
b) Using colloquialisms
c) Maximum usage of jargons
d) All of these

6. Which of the following is not included in Sustainable development?

a) Use of technologies, which are environmental friendly

b) Green grassy patches and trees to be interspersed between concrete buildings
c) Excessive use of resources and decreasing resource conservation
d) cautious use of resources
2. Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)

1. What does the Update Style feature do?

a) Updates all templates in the document.

b) Deletes a style and replaces it.
c) Reverts a style to its default settings.
d) Applies new formatting to the current style.

2. Which option is used to apply a paragraph style?

a) Double-click the style name.

b) Select Apply Paragraph Style from the toolbar.
c) Use the Format > Apply Style menu.
d) Right-click on the style and select Apply to Document.

3. What does the In Background wrap option do?

a) Makes the image invisible.

b) Moves the image behind the text.
c) Places the image inside the header.
d) Aligns the image to the left margin.

4. How can you position an image in the text?

a) Adjust the Position and Size settings in the context menu.

b) Use the Wrap options in the Image Properties dialog.
c) All of these.
d) Drag the image to the desired location.

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5. Which style is commonly used for the main section headings in a Table of Contents?

a) Default Style
b) Heading 2
c) Subtitle
d) Heading 1

6. How can you add a new heading level to the Table of Contents?

a) Use the Drawing toolbar.

b) Apply a “Default Style” paragraph.
c) Modify the Table of Contents settings and include the corresponding heading level.
d) Edit the Table of Contents manually.
3. Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)

1. Which tool allows solving for multiple variables in LibreOffice Calc?

a) Subtotals
b) Goal Seek
c) Solver
d) Consolidate

2. What is a registered data source in Calc?

a) A predefined connection to external databases or files

b) A protected sheet
c) A macro-enabled spreadsheet
d) A built-in template

3. How do you insert a hyperlink to another sheet in the same spreadsheet?

a) Use the reference SheetName.CellAddress

b) Insert > Link to External Data
c) Data > Hyperlinks
d) Insert > Hyperlink, then choose “Document” and select the target sheet

4. What action is required before merging spreadsheets?

a) Enable Track Changes

b) Disable sharing
c) Save the current spreadsheet
d) Remove all comments

5. Which feature helps to compare differences between two spreadsheets?

a) Consolidate Data
b) Data Analysis
c) Compare Document
d) Track Changes

6. How do you save macros for use in other spreadsheets?

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a) Both Save them in the global library and Import them into the “Basic” section of another file
b) Import them into the “Basic” section of another file
c) Save them in the global library
d) Export them as .txt files
4. Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)

1. What does a record represent in a database table?

a) The structure of the database.

b) A single instance of data in a row.
c) The connection between two tables.
d) A unique identifier for a column.

2. Binary data types in a database can be using for storing ________.

a) integer values
b) only video files
c) only image files
d) photos, music files, etc.

3. What is the first step to create a table in LibreOffice Base using a wizard?

a) Select "Design View" to start

b) Open the database and click on "Create Table"
c) Enter data directly in the table
d) Select "Table Wizard" from the menu

4. Which of the following is NOT a type of relationship in databases?

a) Two-to-One
b) One-to-One
c) Many-to-Many
d) One-to-Many

5. How do you filter for names starting with "J" in a query?

a) Name LIKE 'J*'

b) Name = 'J%'
c) Name = 'J'
d) Name = 'J'

6. What can be customized in a form using the Form Controls Toolbar?

a) Query results
b) Form background and labels
c) Field names in tables
d) Database structure
5. Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)

1. Basic fire safety rules in an organization are ________.

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a) Conduct regular drills & Smoke alarms must be placed
b) Fire escape plans must be installed at proper levels
c) All of these
d) Maintenance of safety equipment and No-smoking zone

2. Air pollution is mostly caused by production of the ________

in the surrounding air.

a) dust
b) gases
c) mixture of solid particles
d) All of these

3. When do we use a fire extinguisher?

a) In case of electric shock

b) In case of fire
c) In case of burn injury
d) In case of flood

4. The best course of action to take during a medical emergency is to ________________.

a) Both Begin first aid immediately and Activate the emergency plan for reporting injuries
b) Begin first aid immediately
c) Activate the emergency plan for reporting injuries
d) Notify the person's family about the situation

5. What type of password can help reduce the risk of a security breach?

a) Small
b) Weak
c) Strong
d) Week

6. What is the name of the portal that is commonly used for booking train tickets?

a) Redbus
b) IRCTC
c) EBay
d) Flipkart
SECTION B (Employability Skills)

6. Briefly describe about visual communication type.

7. Mention any two benefits of working independently.

8. What is a firewall?

9. What are the positive impacts of entrepreneurship on our society?

10. List some ways in which we can use resources sensibly.

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SECTION B (Subject Specific Skills) Short Answers

11. How can you access the Styles and Formatting window in Writer?

12. How can you add comments to a spreadsheet cell?

13. What is required before merging spreadsheets?

14. How can forms and reports be used together in a database?

15. Give a list of any four types of accidents.

16. State the most important reasons for health, safety and security programs in workplace

SECTION B (Subject Specific Skills) Long Answers

17. A graduate student is preparing a thesis and needs to ensure proper formatting. The student uses the Table of Contents
(ToC) to organize chapters, sections, and subsections.
a) How can a Table of Contents assist in organizing a thesis?
b) What are the steps to create a Table of Contents in LibreOffice Writer?
c) How can you modify the Table of Contents format after it’s created?
d) How can you delete a Table of Contents in the document?

18. A scientist is working on a dataset containing experimental results. They need a macro to sort values in ascending order,
remove outliers, and calculate the mean for each dataset.
a) How does a macro recorder help in simplifying such tasks?
b) Can the macro be written to dynamically handle datasets of different sizes? Explain.
c) How can macros access specific cells directly? Provide an example.
d) Why should macros be organized effectively in such projects?

19. A retail store needs a system to manage inventory and sales data. The store wants to create forms for adding new
products, updating stock levels, and tracking daily sales. Reports will be used to analyze sales trends and inventory
movement.
a) What is the purpose of forms in a database?
b) How can a form be created using the Form Wizard?
c) Which toolbar allows adding and customizing controls in forms?
d) How are reports useful for tracking sales?

20. A hotel uses a database to manage room bookings and customer details. Queries are required to identify vacant rooms,
list customers staying for over seven days, and calculate daily revenue.
a) How can a query retrieve information about vacant rooms?
b) What are the steps to create a query using the wizard?
c) Why is editing a query useful for changing criteria?
d) How can numerical data in bookings be used in queries?

21. How do you ensure effective evacuation during workplace emergencies?

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Class 10 - Information Technology (402)

Sample Paper - 01 (2024-25)

Solution

SECTION A: OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS

1. Answer any 4 out of the given 6 questions on Employability Skills (1 x 4 = 4 marks)
1. (d) Emotional and social skills
Explanation:

Emotional and social skills

2. (c) pent-up worries

Explanation:

pent-up worries

3. (b) Windows
Explanation:

Windows

4. (d) Risk-taking ability

Explanation:

Risk-taking ability

5. (a) Clear pronunciation

Explanation:

Clear pronunciation

6. (c) Excessive use of resources and decreasing resource conservation

Explanation:

Excessive use of resources and decreasing resource conservation

2. Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)

1. (d) Applies new formatting to the current style.
Explanation:

Update Style applies the current formatting of the selected text to the associated style.

2. (a) Double-click the style name.

Explanation:

Double-clicking a style name in the Styles and Formatting window applies it to the paragraph.

3. (b) Moves the image behind the text.

Explanation:

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The In Background option places the image behind the text so that the text flows over it.

4. (c) All of these.

Explanation:

You can position an image by dragging it, setting wrapping styles, or using the Position and Size settings.

5. (d) Heading 1
Explanation:

Heading 1 is typically used for the main section headings, forming the highest level in the hierarchy.

6. (c) Modify the Table of Contents settings and include the corresponding heading level.
Explanation:

In the Table of Contents settings, you can include additional heading levels to display them in the Table of Contents.

3. Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)

1. (c) Solver
Explanation:

Solver is a powerful tool for optimizing solutions with multiple variables and constraints.

2. (a) A predefined connection to external databases or files

Explanation:

Registered data sources are connections to external databases or files, accessible within Calc.

3. (d) Insert > Hyperlink, then choose “Document” and select the target sheet
Explanation:

Use the Insert Hyperlink dialog to link to specific sheets or cells.

4. (c) Save the current spreadsheet

Explanation:

Merging requires saving the current spreadsheet to ensure data integrity.

5. (c) Compare Document

Explanation:

The Compare Document feature highlights differences between two spreadsheets.

6. (a) Both Save them in the global library and Import them into the “Basic” section of another file
Explanation:

Macros can be stored in the global library for universal use or imported into other files.

4. Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)

1. (b) A single instance of data in a row.
Explanation:

A single instance of data in a row.

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2. (d) photos, music files, etc.
Explanation:

photos, music files, etc.

3. (d) Select "Table Wizard" from the menu

Explanation:

Select "Table Wizard" from the menu

4. (a) Two-to-One
Explanation:

Two-to-One

5. (a) Name LIKE 'J*'

Explanation:

Name LIKE 'J*'

6. (b) Form background and labels

Explanation:

Form background and labels

5. Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)

1. (c) All of these
Explanation:

All of these

2. (d) All of these

Explanation:

All of these

3. (b) In case of fire

Explanation:

In case of fire

4. (a) Both Begin first aid immediately and Activate the emergency plan for reporting injuries
Explanation:

Both Begin first aid immediately and Activate the emergency plan for reporting injuries

5. (c) Strong
Explanation:

Strong

6. (b) IRCTC
Explanation:

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IRCTC
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SECTION B (Employability Skills)

6. Visual Communication is the communication type that includes gestures, drawings, sketches, and videos to convey
information. In comparison to other modes, it is thought to be the most effective way of communication. Some tips to
improve visual communication skills are:

i. Maximum use of visual tools, to clear the audience’s mind.

ii. Ensure the validity of the visuals before presenting to the audience.
iii. Should welcome third-party opinion before presenting to the target audience.

7. By working independently one can have the following benefits

i. It ensures great learning.

ii. It provides flexibility of working hours and to define own style of working.

8. Software that blocks illegal access to a network is known as a "firewall. To turn on Windows Firewall, go to Control
Panel > System and Security > Windows Firewall.

9. Increases economic growth

Fosters creativity
Stimulates innovation and efficiency
Creates jobs and gives employment opportunity
Solve the problems of the society
Encourages welfare of the society
Fulfills over growing and ever changing demands of the society

10. We can become responsible for our own environment by

i. reusing paper, glass, plastic, water, etc.

ii. taking cloth bags to market carrying fruits and vegetables.
iii. donate things we do not use such as clothes, books, furniture, food, etc.
iv. Buy and eat seasonal fruits and vegetables from local growers.
v. Repair leaking taps and pipes to avoid wasting water.
SECTION B (Subject Specific Skills) Short Answers

11. Press F11 or go to View > Styles to open the Styles and Formatting window. This tool allows you to manage, apply, and
customize styles in the document efficiently.

12. Right-click the cell and choose Insert Comment. Alternatively, use Insert > Comment from the menu or press Ctrl +
Alt + C. This allows you to annotate cells with additional information.

13. The current spreadsheet must be saved, and Track Changes must be enabled. This ensures all modifications are logged
for conflict resolution during the merge.

14. Forms collect and update data, while reports summarize and present this data, providing a complete workflow for
database management and analysis.

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15. Accidents can be of following types:

Falls and Slips

Fire
Industrial illness
Road Traffic accidents
Clinical Accidents
Sports-related accidents

16. Such programs reflect a company's commitment to employee welfare, enhance productivity, and ensure compliance with
legal requirements. They prevent injuries and illnesses, minimize workplace hazards, and demonstrate a balance between
safety and business objectives, fostering trust among stakeholders.

SECTION B (Subject Specific Skills) Long Answers

17. a) The Table of Contents helps organize the thesis, making it easier to navigate chapters, subheadings, and references by
listing them in an organized manner.
b) To create a Table of Contents, go to "Insert" > "Table of Contents," and choose the desired style and heading levels for
your thesis.
c) The ToC can be customized by changing the formatting, font size, and inclusion of different heading levels using the
ToC properties dialog.
d) The Table of Contents can be updated by right-clicking on the ToC and selecting "Update Table" after making
modifications to headings in the document.

18. a) The macro recorder reduces repetitive tasks, like sorting values or removing outliers, by automating actions performed
on experimental datasets.

b) Macros can be programmed to process datasets of varying sizes by using loops and conditional statements, ensuring
versatility.

c) By specifying cell references, macros can perform precise operations, such as calculating means, on designated
sections of the dataset.

d) Organizing macros ensures clarity, especially when dealing with numerous experiments, allowing easy identification
and reuse of relevant macros.

19. a) Forms provide a user-friendly interface for managing and interacting with data, such as adding new products, updating
stock, or recording sales, without directly handling the database tables.

b) The Form Wizard allows users to easily create forms by selecting fields, choosing layouts, and customizing elements
like labels and headings, simplifying the form creation process.

c) The Form Controls Toolbar includes tools for inserting and editing elements such as text boxes, buttons, checkboxes,
and dropdown menus to improve the form's usability.

d) Reports provide summaries of sales trends, product performance, and inventory levels, allowing the store to analyze
data and make informed business decisions.

20. a) Queries can retrieve vacant rooms by filtering records based on availability status. For example, applying a "status =
vacant" condition in a hotel database lists all unoccupied rooms, facilitating efficient room allocation.

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b) The wizard simplifies query creation by guiding users through selecting fields, sorting data, and applying conditions.
It is especially helpful for beginners to quickly generate queries for tasks like identifying available rooms.

c) Editing a query is useful for changing criteria, such as updating date ranges or availability conditions. It ensures that
queries remain adaptable to changing requirements, avoiding the need to recreate queries entirely.

d) Numerical data like daily bookings can be analyzed through queries to calculate metrics like total revenue or
occupancy rates. Such insights help hotels track performance and optimize operations effectively.

21. Effective evacuation involves clear signage for exits, accessible evacuation routes, and training employees through
regular drills. Employees should guide customers and assist disabled individuals during evacuations. Escalators and
elevators must be avoided, and employees should gather at designated assembly points. Regular inspection of emergency
exits and drills ensures employees are well-prepared to respond promptly and safely during emergencies.
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