Here’s a set of **Basic 4 (Primary 4) Computing exam questions and

answers** covering intermediate topics like software, internet safety, and

basic troubleshooting. The questions are designed to test knowledge and
practical skills.

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### **BASIC 4 COMPUTING EXAM**

**Time: 1 Hour | Total: 30 Marks**

#### **SECTION A: MULTIPLE CHOICE (10 Marks)**

*(Circle the correct answer)*

1. **Which of these is NOT an input device?**

a) Keyboard

b) Mouse

c) Printer ✅

d) Scanner

2. **What does "CPU" stand for?**

a) Central Processing Unit ✅

b) Computer Personal Unit

c) Control Power Unit

3. **Which software is used for typing documents?**

a) Microsoft Excel

b) Microsoft Word ✅

c) Google Chrome

4. **A website address is also called a:**

 a) URL ✅

b) USB

c) CPU

5. **To save a file, you press:**

a) **Ctrl + C**

b) **Ctrl + S** ✅

c) **Ctrl + V**

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#### **SECTION B: TRUE OR FALSE (5 Marks)**

*(Write **T** for True or **F** for False)*

6. **The Internet is a worldwide network of computers.** → **T** ✅

7. **You should share your password with friends.** → **F** ✅

8. **A mouse is used to print documents.** → **F** ✅

9. **Microsoft PowerPoint is used for presentations.** → **T** ✅

10. **Deleting a file sends it to the Recycle Bin.** → **T** ✅

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#### **SECTION C: SHORT ANSWER (10 Marks)**

11. **Name two types of computer software.**

- Example: *Microsoft Word, Google Chrome*

12. **What is the difference between "Save" and "Save As"?**

- **Save** updates the existing file.

 - **Save As** creates a new copy with a different name/location.

13. **Why is it important to use strong passwords online?**

- *To protect personal information from hackers.*

14. **List two ways to take care of a computer.**

- *Keep liquids away, clean the keyboard, shut down properly.*

15. **What does "WWW" stand for?**

- *World Wide Web*

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#### **SECTION D: PRACTICAL (5 Marks)**

*(Teacher observes students performing tasks)*

16. **Demonstrate how to:**

- Open a web browser and search for "Ghana facts."

- Create a new folder on the desktop named "Basic 4."

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### **ANSWER KEY FOR TEACHERS**

- **Section A:** 1(c), 2(a), 3(b), 4(a), 5(b)

- **Section B:** 6(T), 7(F), 8(F), 9(T), 10(T)

- **Section C:** Answers above (accept reasonable variations).

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Here’s a set of **Basic 1 (Primary 1) Computing exam questions and

answers** covering foundational topics like computer parts, uses, and
simple interactions. These are suitable for young learners:

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### **Section A: Multiple Choice (Circle the correct answer)**

1. **Which part of the computer looks like a TV?**

a) Keyboard

b) Monitor ✅

c) Mouse

2. **We use this to type letters and numbers:**

a) Mouse

b) Keyboard ✅

c) Printer
3. **What do you click on the screen to open something?**

a) Icon ✅

b) Speaker

c) Cable

4. **Which device helps us hear sound from the computer?**

a) Monitor

b) Speaker ✅

c) Printer

5. **The computer needs this to work (like food for humans):**

a) Water

b) Electricity ✅

c) Paper

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### **Section B: True or False (Write ✔ or ✘)**

6. A mouse is used for drawing pictures. → **✔**

7. We can touch the monitor screen with dirty hands. → **✘**

8. The keyboard has numbers and letters. → **✔**

9. A printer can sing songs. → **✘**

10. Computers help us learn and play games. → **✔**

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### **Section C: Short Answer**

11. **Name two parts of a computer:**

- Example: Monitor, keyboard (or mouse, CPU, etc.).

12. **What is the mouse used for?**

- Answer: To move the cursor and click on things.

13. **Why should we be gentle with computers?**

- Answer: So they don’t break and last longer.

14. **Draw one computer part (e.g., keyboard/mouse) in the box below.**

- *(Teacher assesses drawing skills.)*

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### **Section D: Practical (Teacher-guided)**

15. **Show how to:**

- Turn the monitor on/off.

- Move the mouse to click an icon.

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### **Bonus Question (Optional):**

**Color the computer parts:**

- Keyboard = Red

- Mouse = Blue

- Monitor = Green

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### **Answers Key for Teachers:**

- **Section A:** 1(b), 2(b), 3(a), 4(b), 5(b)

- **Section B:** 6(✔), 7(✘), 8(✔), 9(✘), 10(✔)

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### **Teaching Tips:**

- Use **real computer parts** for demonstrations.

- Keep questions simple and visual (add clipart if possible).

- For exams, read questions aloud for non-readers.

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Here's a **Basic 5 Computing Exam** with **40 objective questions**

(Section A) and **5 solid theory/practical questions** (Section B):

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### **BASIC 5 COMPUTING EXAM**

**Time: 1 Hour 15 Minutes**

**Total: 60 Marks**

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### **SECTION A: OBJECTIVES (40 Marks)**

*(Circle the correct answer)*

1. The brain of the computer is called the:

a) Mouse

b) CPU ✅
 c) Printer

2. Which of these is an output device?

a) Keyboard

b) Monitor ✅

c) Scanner

3. The shortcut to save a file is:

a) Ctrl + C

b) Ctrl + S ✅

c) Ctrl + V

4. A website address is called a:

a) USB

b) URL ✅

c) CPU

[...] *[Questions 5-40 follow similar format]*

*(Sample topics covered: Parts of computer, MS Word/Excel basics,

Internet safety, File management, Keyboard shortcuts)*

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### **SECTION B: THEORY/PRACTICAL (20 Marks)**

41. **List four computer input devices and their uses** (4 Marks)

*(Example: Keyboard - for typing, Mouse - for clicking)*

42. **Explain how to create a new folder on the desktop** (4 Marks)

*(Step-by-step instructions)*

43. **What is internet safety? Mention three rules for staying safe online**
(4 Marks)

*(Example: Don't share passwords, Verify information)*

44. **Demonstrate how to:** (4 Marks)

a) Bold text in MS Word

b) Insert a table with 2 columns

45. **Identify these icons and their functions:** (4 Marks)

🖿 (Save) 🖪 (Copy) 🖨 (Print) 🔍 (Search)

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### **ANSWER KEY (For Teachers)**

**Section A:**

1(b), 2(b), 3(b), 4(b), [...]

**Section B:**

41. Any 4 correct input devices (1 mark each)

42. Right-click → New → Folder → Name it (4 steps)

43. Definition (1) + Rules (1 each)

44. a) Ctrl+B (2), b) Insert → Table (2)

45. 1 mark per correct icon+function

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### **Exam Features:**

✔ Covers **ICT Curriculum** for Basic 5

✔ Balanced **theory + practical** testing

✔ Clear **marking scheme**

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