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Form 1 Comp Science-End of Term 1

The document is an end-of-year exam for Form 1 Computer Science at Fernhill College, consisting of various questions covering definitions, differentiations, and applications related to computers and technology. It includes multiple-choice questions and requires students to demonstrate their understanding of computer components, software, hardware, and the impact of computers on education and health. The exam has a total duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes, with a total of 50 marks available.

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Form 1 Comp Science-End of Term 1

The document is an end-of-year exam for Form 1 Computer Science at Fernhill College, consisting of various questions covering definitions, differentiations, and applications related to computers and technology. It includes multiple-choice questions and requires students to demonstrate their understanding of computer components, software, hardware, and the impact of computers on education and health. The exam has a total duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes, with a total of 50 marks available.

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Fernhill College

Form 1 Comp Science.


End of Year Exam
Duration 1hr 15min Total Marks (50)

Answer all questions

1a. Define the following terms as used in computer science:


Data.
Programs.
Data processing.
Information. (4)

b. Differentiate between input and output devices and give one example of each (4)

2. What is a computer (1)

3. Define what is software and hardware, and give one example of each (4)

4. How do computers enhance learning and education (3)

5a. Mention the four types of computers (2)

b. Give four characteristics of first generation computers (4)

6. Outline steps of creating a word document and having it saved on desktop (5)

7. Give four advantages of using the internet (2)

8a. State two functions of the CPU (2)

b. Describe some of the effects of computers on human health (4)

9. Give two operating systems that you know (2)

10a. Give four uses of an ATM (Automated Teller Machine) (4)


b. What are social networks, give four examples of social networks you know (4)
Multiple Choice
11. Which of the following terms describes the physical components of a computer system?
A. Ironware B. Hardware C. Courseware D. Software. (1)

12. Which of the following sends information from the user into the computer?
A. Printer B. Screen/Monitor C. Speaker D. Trackball (1)

13. Which one of the following is an example of software?


A. CPU B. Hard Disk C. Internet browser D. Random Access Memory (1)

14. A scanner is an …………………………………………………device.


A. Input B. Output C. Storage D. Processing (1)

15. Which one of the following is a storage media.


A. Flash memory card B. Touch pad C. Chip reader D. OCR (1)

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