Worksheet Short Questions With Answer

Session : 2023-24
Class –X
Subject- Information Technology (402)

Communication Skills

Q.1. Communication skills are very important for any business. Explain any two elements of a
communication process.

ANSWER
The various elements of a communication cycle are:
Sender: the person beginning the communication.
Message: the information that the sender wants to convey.
Channel: the means by which the information is sent.
Receiver: the person to whom the message is sent.
Feedback: the receiver’s acknowledgement and response to the message.
(ANY TWO CAN BE EXPLAINED)

Q.2. What are various elements of a communication cycle?

Answer – The various elements of a communication cycle are –

1. Sender: the person beginning the communication.

2. Message: the information that the sender wants to convey.
3. Channel: the means by which the information is sent.
4. Receiver: the person to whom the message is sent.
5. Feedback: the receiver’s acknowledgement and response to the message.

Q.3. What is verbal communication and its type?

Answer – Sounds, words, language, and speech are all examples of verbal communication. Speaking is
one of the most effective and often used in verbal communication methods.

a. Interpersonal Communication – This type of communication is a one – on – one communication that

takes place between two people. It can be formal or informal.

b. Written Communication – This method of communication entails the use of written words. Letters,
circulars, reports, manuals, SMS, social media chats, and so on are all examples. It could be a group of
two or more persons.

c. Small Group Communication – When there are more than two people participating, this form of
communication occurs. Each participant has the opportunity to interact and speak with the others.

d. Public Communication – The communication takes place when one individual addresses a large
group of audience.

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Q.4. What is non-verbal communication?
Answer – Without using word if you are sending some information to others is known as non- verbal
communication, Some of the non – verbal communication is –
a. Eye contact
b. Gestures
c. Expressions
d. Posture
e. Space
f. Para Language
g. Touch

Q.5. What is feedback in communication skills?

Answer – The communication cycle is incomplete without feedback. It is essential for the effective
communication that the sender receives confirmation from the receiver that the message was received.

The receiver provides feedback on the received message while the transmitter sends information.

Feedback can be positive or negative. A good feedback is always

 Specific
 Helpful
 Kind

Self-Management Skills

Q.1. Goal setting is a very essential factor in your personal life. List all the SMART methods to set
the goals. Explain ‘A’ in brief.

ANSWER
SMART GOALS ARE:
S - Specific
M- Measurable
A - Achievable
R - Realistic
T - Time bound
Achievable: Breaking down big goals into smaller parts will make the goal achievable.

Q.2. What are the advantages of the ability to Work Independently?

Ans. The advantages of the ability to Work Independently:

i. Ensures greater learning.
ii. Individuals feel more empowered and responsible.
iii. It provides flexibility to choose and define working hours and working mechanisms.
iv. Failure and success of the task assigned are accounted by individuals.
v. Individuals become assets to organizations, groups and nations at large. vi. It ensures creativity
and satisfaction amongst individuals

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Q.3. Name the Stress causal agents.

Ans. The Stress causal agents are:

1.MENTAL, 2.PHYSICAL, 3.SOCIAL, 4.FINANCIAL.

Q.4. What are the three steps to manage Stress?

Answer – The three steps to manage stress are –

a. Be aware that you are stressed – Look for stress symptoms such as headaches, insomnia,
melancholy, excessive worrying, anxiousness, and so on. We can manage stress if we are aware of it.

b. Identify What is causing you stress – Find out the reason for your stress. Is it because of exams,
family pressures, money issues, not eating good food, etc.?

c. Apply stress management methods – To effectively manage your time, use time management tools.
Concentrate on the most important things and complete them.

Talk to a friend or family member about the problem. Take time to recharge by exercising, watching
movies, or doing anything else that makes you feel good.

Q.5. What are the different stress management techniques?

Answer – Some of the stress management techniques are –

a. Time management
b. Organizing academic life, no delaying
c. Healthy diet
d. Positivity in your life
e. Physical exercise and fresh air
f. Proper sleep
g. Holidays with family and friends

Information and Communication Technology Skills

Q.1. What are the measures to increase the performance of a computer system?

ANSWER
The performance of a computer can be increased by removing any extra files such as temporary
files and images. We can use some disk cleaner software, which helps us clean up the unnecessary
files.

Q.2. What do you mean by Disk Defragmentation?

Ans. A disk defragmentation removes all unnecessary information that slows down the computer. It
should be done at regular intervals which helps the disc space to be used at an optimal level.

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Q.3. Differentiate between Filter keys and Toggle keys in Microsoft Windows.

Ans. Filter Keys is an accessibility function that tells the keyboard to ignore brief or repeated
keystrokes, making typing easier for people with hand tremors.
ToggleKeys is an accessibility function which is designed for people who have vision impairment or
cognitive disabilities. When ToggleKeys is turned on, computer emits sound cues when the locking
keys (Caps Lock, Num Lock, or Scroll Lock) are pressed.

Q.4. Objectives of Information and communication technology? Write Advantages and

disadvantages of ICT.

Answer – Full form of ICT is Information and communication technology. The goal of ICT is to bridge the
gap between parents, educators, and students by encouraging sustainable, cooperative, and transparent
communication methods.
Advantages of ICT
a. Enhanced the modes of communication
b. Independent learning platforms Cost – efficient
c. Enhanced data and information security
d. Paperless – Eliminate the usage of paper
e. Better teaching and learning methods
f. Web – based LMS tools

Disadvantages of ICT
a. Traditional books and handwritten methods are at risk.
b. Managing courses online is difficult
c. Teachers require experience to handle ICT
d. Risk of cyber attacks and hacks
e. Misuse of technology

Q.5. What is a Security Break?

Answer – Security break is leakage of information stored in a computer.

Your personal information can be lost or leaked in two ways –

We are not cautious when it comes to disclosing personal information via the internet. We share our
account information and passwords on unsafe websites.

A person gets unauthorized access to our computer. This can happen at work if we don’t log out before
leaving the computer.

Entrepreneurial Skills

Q.1. Mention any two misconceptions about the Entrepreneurship.

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ANSWER
Misconception 1
The misconception is that every business idea needs to be unique or special.
Misconception 2
The misconception we have is that a person needs a lot of money to start a business.
Misconception 3
A misconception we have is that only a person having a big business is an entrepreneur.
Misconception 4
A misconception we have is that entrepreneurs are born, not made.
(ANY TWO CAN BE MENTIONED)

Q.2.Explain any two functions of an entrepreneur.

Ans : Any two functions of an entrepreneur are

a.making decisions:
b. Managing the business

Q.3. Explain any two Myths about Entrepreneurship.

Ans. Myths about Entrepreneurship are:
1. The misconception is that every business idea needs to be unique or special.
Each entrepreneur saw customer demand and brought a new idea into their business. A person can
take an idea that is already there in the market and do something different with it.
2. The misconception we have is that a person needs a lot of money to start a business.
Every business does not need a lot of capital to start. Depending on how much money you have or
can borrow, you can start a business with that much money. Once you make more money, you can
put that into your business to make it bigger.
3. A misconception we have is that only a person having a big business is an entrepreneur.
No business is big or small. If a person is running a business to fulfill a customer’s need, they are an
entrepreneur. Most businesses start small. It becomes big with hard work and creativity.
4. A misconception we have is that entrepreneurs are born, not made.
Only some people have the talent for doing business. An entrepreneur is a person who does whatever
it takes to make the business successful.
Being an entrepreneur starts with a way of thinking. You must believe that anything is possible and it
shall be achieved. It starts with thinking of an idea that you want to work on, making it different.
(Any two out of four Myths can be explained)

Q.4. Write any four roles of Entrepreneurs.

Ans. Any four roles of Entrepreneurs are:
i. Coordinating role
ii. Agent’s role
iii. Innovator’s Role
iv. Risk assumption role
v. Imitating role
vi. Capital formation role:
vii. Employment Generation role

Q.5. What qualities are required for successful entrepreneurs?

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Answer – Successful entrepreneurs have the following qualities.

 They are confident, They believe in themselves and their abilities.

 They keep trying new ideas in their business
 They are creative and think differently about business ideas.
 They do not give up when they face difficulty.
 They make decisions after thinking about them.
 They are patient
 They take responsibility for their actions
 They work hard

Green skill
Q.1. How can an individual contribute to Sustainable Development Goals?

ANSWER
Sustainable development can happen only when each one of us works towards it. One has to
become a responsible environment citizen who can protect the environment through our efforts,
who can help others to get quality education, by reducing inequalities in the society etc.

Q.2.‘Reduced Inequalities’ is one of the Sustainable development goals set by the UN. Give any two
ways to reduce inequalities.

Ans : Two easy to reduce inequalities

are :
- be helpful to one another.
- be friendly with everyone

Q.3. Importance of Sustainable Development.

Answer – Sustainability enhances our quality of life while also protecting our ecosystem and natural
resources for future generations.

The world’s young generations would face major environmental issues, worse than even those we are
already facing.

The consumption of products is increasing day by day as the population and income rise. As a result,
there has been a growth in the production and use of natural resources, which are required for the
creation of goods.

Society must thus change its development strategy to a new form where development will not destroy the
environment.

Q.4. What steps do we have to take for sustainable development?

Answer – Sustainable development includes –

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  Excessive resource consumption is being reduced, and resource conservation is being improved.
 Recycling and reuse of waste materials.
 Management of renewable resources, particularly bio-resources, in a scientific manner.
 Planting more trees;
 Green grassy patches and trees to be interspersed between concrete buildings.
 Using more environment friendly material or biodegradable material
 Environmentally friendly technologies that are based on resource efficiency are used.

Q.5. What is the role towards Sustainable Development?

Answer – The importance of Sustainable Development in finding solutions to the world’s growing
problems. Countries should establish laws and guidelines to eliminate poverty and hunger, as well as to
provide decent health and education.

Some of the important Sustainable Development goals are –

a. Quality Education

b. Clean Water and Sanitation

c. Affordable and Clean Energy

d. Decent Work and Economic Growth

e. Reduced Inequalities

f. Sustainable Cities and Communities

g. Responsible Consumers and producers

h. Protect life below water

i. Protect Life on Land

Digital Documentation (Advanced)

Q.1. Differentiate between Page Break and Section Break options of a word document.

Ans: A page break can be inserted anywhere in a document to force the end of a page and the
beginning of a new one.
A section break controls the formatting of the document content that precedes it, until it reaches
another section break.

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Q.2. Sanya is working on Word document. She has inserted graphics and wants to use Wrap
text with graphics.
(i) Under which tab she can find text wrapping?
(ii) List any two text wrapping options available in a word processing software.

Ans: (i) Wrap Text option is available under Text section of the Insert Tab.
(ii)Any two text wrapping options from following
1. In Line with text
2. Square
3. Through
4. Top and Bottom
5. Behind Text
6. In Front of text

Q.3. Explain any three character formatting options in a word document.

Ans Change Case – It helps us to change the text case to capital letters or small letters. You
can also capitalize each word in the sentence and capitalize the starting word of the sentence
using Change Case under Font Group.
Font Face It can be used to give Font Name in the Font group to select the particular font style
from the fonts listed.
Text Highlight Colour: This option can be used to change the background colour.

Q.4.What is the utility of text wrapping in a document?

ANSWER
Text wrapping refers to the relation of graphics to the surrounding text, which may wrap around
the graphic on one or both sides, be overprinted behind or in front of the graphic, or treat the
graphic as a separate paragraph or character

Q.5. State any two purposes of using Templates in a word document.

Ans. The purpose of using templates is:

i. To save the time.
ii. It is a predesigned document you can use to create documents quickly without having to think
about formatting

Electronic Spreadsheet (Advanced)

Q.1. Explain Conditional formatting with a help of suitable example.

Ans : Conditional formatting allows to change the formatting (font color, border, shading) of the
cells based on the values in it. One or more cells can be selected, and create rules (conditions)

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for when and how those cells are formatted. The conditions can be, based on the selected cell's
contents, or based on the contents of another cell.
For example
Highlight the marks of the students who got marks greater than 80 with green colored text

Q.2. Differentiate between Relative and Absolute Hyperlinks with the help of an example.

ANSWER
An absolute hyperlink will stop working only if the target is moved. A relative hyperlink will stop
working only if the source and target locations change relative to each other. Suppose, if you have
two spreadsheets in the same folder linked to each other and you move the entire folder to a new
location, a relative hyperlink will not break a link.

Q.3. What is the use of Macros in a Spreadsheet?

ANSWER
Macros help in saving time in cases when the same set of tasks are to be done repeatedly like
formatting or applying a similar formula in a similar range of data. It can be used to name and
record a set of actions or set of actions.

Q.4. Mention any two operations that can be performed using Macros in a spreadsheet.

Ans. Macros are used to perform different types of operations in a Spreadsheet:

1.Formatting settings to be applied repeatedly in a spreadsheet
2.Sorting Data
3.Applying any Mathematical functions/formulas

Q.5. What do you mean by Hyperlinks in Spreadsheets? Give the two different types of Hyperlinks
that can be used in Spreadsheets.

Ans. Hyperlinks can be used in Calc to jump to a different location from within a spreadsheet and
can lead to other parts of the current file, to different files. It can be stored within a file as either
Relative or Absolute hyperlinks.

Database Management System

Q.1. Differentiate between Flat File and Relational Database.

Ans. Flat File: Data is stored in a single table. Usually suitable for less amount of data.
Relational Database: Data is stored in multiple tables and the tables are linked using a
common field. Relational is suitable for medium to large amount of data.

Q.2. Define the following:

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Table , Primary Key, Foreign Key

Ans:
Table: A table is a collection of related data held in a table format within a database. It consists
of columns, and rows.
Primary Key A primary key is a unique value that identifies a row in a table. For example,
Student Table contains columns such as Admno, Name, DOB , Address, Phone and Admno
can be considered as Primary Key
Foreign Key: a foreign key is a field or a column that is used to establish a link between two
tables. In simple words you can say that, a foreign key in one table used to point primary key in
another table.

Q.3. What is Data Definition Language (DDL) and Data Manipulation Language (DML)?
Give one example of each.

Ans: Data Definition Language (DDL)

A data definition language or data description language (DDL) is a standard for commands that
define the different structures in a database. DDL statements create, modify, and remove
database objects such as tables, indexes, and users. Example CREATE, ALTER, and DROP.
Data Manipulation Language (DML)
A data manipulation language (DML) is a language that enables users to access and
manipulate data in a database. The goal is to provide efficient human interaction with the
system. For Example Insert, Update, Delete and Select

Q.4. How Entry Required and Default Value properties of a table field in a database are different from
each other?

Ans:
Entry Required – if set to yes then it will be necessary for the user to insert the value in the field which
means that field cannot be left blank.
Default Value – A default value can be set for a field if user don’t provide any value while entering the
values in the table.

Q.5. What is Referential Integrity? Explain its two(any) purposes.

Ans:
Referential Integrity is used to maintain accuracy and consistency of data in a relationship. In Base, data
can be linked between two or more tables with the help of primary key and foreign key constraints.
Referential integrity helps to avoid:
1. Records can be added to a related table, if there is no associated record available in the primary key
table.
2. The values can be modified in a primary if any dependent records are present in the associated
table(s).
3. Deleting records from a primary key table if there are any matching related records available in
associated table(s)

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 Web Application and Security
Q.1.State the purpose of creating a Blog.

Ans : A blog is a discussion style site used by non-technical (and technical users) users for
creating personal web pages. Blog is used to convey messages about events, announcements,
news, reviews, etc. Blogs are usually managed using a web browser and this requires active
internet connection.

Q.2. Write any two advantages of online shopping.

ANSWER
i. A customer does not have sufficient time to visit stores
ii. A product or service that is not available in the local market is available online.
(Or any other relevant advantage)

Q.3. Define the following Hot spots:-

a) WIMAX
b) Wi-Fi

ANSWER
a) WIMAX: It is a wireless communications standard designed to provide mobile broadband
connectivity across cities and countries through a variety of devices
b) Wi-Fi: It is a popular technology that allows an electronic device such as computers or mobile
phones to exchange data wirelessly over a network

Q.4. List any 4 advantages associated with networking.

Ans. Four advantages are :

Data Sharing
Files Transfer
Hardware Sharing.
Internet Access Sharing
Usage of network based applications

Q.5. Differentiate between wired and wireless access. Give one example for each type.

Ans: A wired setup uses physical cables to transfer data between different devices and
computer systems. Wireless network does not use wires for data or voice. Examples
Wired: Dial-up, DSL or Cable Internet Access etc
Wireless .3G or WiMAX or Wi-Fi

EXTRA SHORT TYPE QUESTIONS

Q.1. List the activities recorded under Journal entry.

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Ans : The following activities can be automatically recorded under Journal entry:
 Emails Sent & Received
 Telephone calls
 Meeting requests & responses
 Office documents you manage

Q.2. What do you understand by ISP with respect to web applications? Name any two connection type
that home users use.

Ans:
An Internet service provider (ISP) is an organization which provides you with access
to the Internet via a dial-up (using modem) or direct (hard wired) or wireless
connection. DSL, cable modem, dial-up, broadband wireless, WiMAX etc

Q.3. Identify the columns and data types of a table: Airlines. Mention at least four columns with data type.

Ans:
Columns Data type
Flight No Text
No.of Passengers Integer
Airlines Text
Arrival Time Date/Time
Departure Time Date/Time
Fares Float

Q.4. List Numeric and Alphanumeric Datatypes in OpenOffice Base.

Ans. Numeric datatypes are: TinyInt, SmallInt, Integer, BigInt, Decimal, Real, Float, Double and
Boolean.
Alphanumeric Datatypes are: Char(fix), Varchar, Varchar_ignorecase and Longvarchar(Memo)

Q.5. In which situations Online shopping could be useful? Write any two popular e-commerce
websites.

Ans. Online shopping could be useful in situations when:

i. A customer does not have sufficient time to visit stores.
ii. Visiting a store is more expensive than purchasing a product online.
Two popular online transaction websites are:
i. Flipkart, an online shopping portal for buying consumer products.
ii. EBay, an online portal for buying and selling goods.

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