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Computer Science Test Development

The document outlines a test development assignment for Grade 5 Computer Science, focusing on Chapter 1 – 'Introduction to Computers'. It details the test's purpose, objectives, content areas, and item types, including multiple-choice questions (MCQs), short answer questions (SAQs), and long answer questions (LAQs), along with sample questions for each section. The test aims to assess students' understanding of computer components, their functions, and the overall workings of a computer system.

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Computer Science Test Development

The document outlines a test development assignment for Grade 5 Computer Science, focusing on Chapter 1 – 'Introduction to Computers'. It details the test's purpose, objectives, content areas, and item types, including multiple-choice questions (MCQs), short answer questions (SAQs), and long answer questions (LAQs), along with sample questions for each section. The test aims to assess students' understanding of computer components, their functions, and the overall workings of a computer system.

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Test Development Assignment

Subject: Computer Science – Grade 5


Topic: Chapter 1 – Introduction to Computers

1. What is a Test?
A test is a structured tool consisting of questions or tasks designed to assess a student's
knowledge, understanding, or skills in a specific subject area.

2. Test Construction
There are four major steps in test construction:

1. Planning
2. Preparation of the Test
3. Try Out
4. Evaluation

Step 1: Planning
What is to be measured?

The purpose of this test is to evaluate Grade 5 students' understanding of the basic concepts
of computers as covered in Chapter 1 – 'Introduction to Computers'.

Objectives of the Test:


- To assess students' knowledge of computer components and their functions.
- To evaluate their ability to differentiate between input, output, and storage devices.
- To check their understanding of how a computer system works as a whole.
- To enhance their critical thinking through application-based questions.
- To ensure alignment with the learning outcomes of the syllabus.

What type of content area should be included?

This test is focused on Chapter 1 of the computer textbook for Grade 5, covering:
- Basic definition and use of computers
- Input, processing, output, and storage devices
- Working mechanism of the computer system

What types of items are to be included?

According to Bloom's Taxonomy, the test includes:


- Knowledge & Understanding (MCQs)
- Comprehension & Application (Short Answer)
- Analysis & Synthesis (Long Answer)

Test Items Distribution:


Type of Item Number Marks per Item Total Marks

MCQs 6 1 6

SAQs 4 3 12

LAQs 2 6 12

Step 2: Preparation of the Test


Section A – MCQs (6 × 1 = 6 Marks)
- Clearly written, single-answer questions
- Targeting recognition of key components and definitions

Section B – SAQs (4 × 3 = 12 Marks)


- Require brief written explanations
- Emphasize comparison and usage understanding

Section C – LAQs (2 × 6 = 12 Marks)


- Application of knowledge through systems understanding and diagram drawing
- Require extended answers

Sample Questions:

Section A – MCQs

 1. Which part of the computer is known as its brain?


a) Monitor b) CPU c) Keyboard d) Mouse
 2. What is the function of a keyboard?
a) Display b) Input c) Store d) Print
 3. Which is an output device?
a) Keyboard b) CPU c) Printer d) Mouse
 4. What is the full form of CPU?
a) Central Processing Unit b) Control Power Unit c) Central Print Unit d) Central
Processing Utility
 5. Which device stores data permanently?
a) RAM b) ROM c) Hard Disk d) Monitor
 6. What is the function of RAM?
a) Permanent Storage b) Temporary Memory c) Input d) Output

Section B – SAQs

 1. Define a computer in your own words.


 2. Name and explain any two input devices.
 3. Describe the function of the CPU.
 4. Differentiate between storage and output devices with examples.

Section C – LAQs

 1. Describe the working of a computer system with the roles of input, process, and
output. Include a labeled diagram.
 2. Imagine your school computer has no CPU. Explain how it would affect the system
and what processes would fail.

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