KRISHNA UNIVERSITY
BCA – I YEAR : COMPUTER APPLICATIONS : I SEMESTER (CBCS)
PAPER I : Computer Fundamentals and Office Tools
TIME: 3 Hrs. MODEL QUESTION PAPER Max. Marks: 75
Section – A
Answer any FIVE of the following questions. Each question carries 5 marks (5 x 5 =
25 Marks)
1. Discuss about various characteristics of computers.
o Speed: Computers perform tasks much faster than humans.
o Accuracy: They provide accurate results if the input is correct.
o Automation: Once programmed, they work automatically.
o Versatility: Can perform a variety of tasks.
o Storage: Store vast amounts of data for future use.
o Connectivity: Facilitate communication across networks.
2. What are the characteristics of a good programming language?
o Simplicity: Easy to learn and understand.
o Efficiency: Executes quickly and uses resources effectively.
o Portability: Runs on various platforms without modification.
o Modularity: Supports the development of modular programs.
o Scalability: Handles increasing amounts of data effectively.
o Robustness: Handles errors and exceptions gracefully.
3. Explain MS Word window components with a neat diagram.
o Title Bar: Displays the document title.
o Ribbon: Contains tools and commands.
o Quick Access Toolbar: Provides shortcuts for common actions.
o Status Bar: Displays information about the document.
o Document Area: Space to create and edit content.
o Scroll Bars: Navigate through the document.
4. How finding and replacing text options are useful in document editing?
Explain.
o Locate specific text quickly.
o Replace text without manual intervention.
o Saves time for large documents.
o Enhances document consistency.
o Supports advanced search using wildcards.
5. Write about relative and absolute cell referencing in MS Excel.
o Relative Reference: Adjusts automatically when copied (e.g., A1).
o Absolute Reference: Remains constant when copied (e.g., $A$1).
o
Useful for creating dynamic formulas.
6. What is a function in MS Excel? Write about parts of functions in MS Excel.
o Function: Predefined formula to perform calculations.
o Parts:
Equals Sign (=): Initiates the function.
Function Name: Specifies the operation (e.g., SUM).
Arguments: Inputs for the function, enclosed in parentheses.
7. Write about various components of a slide in MS PowerPoint.
o Title: Displays the slide title.
o Content Area: Holds text, images, or charts.
o Background: Slide design or theme.
o Notes Section: Add presenter’s notes.
o Slide Number: Displays the slide sequence.
8. What is clip art? How is it useful in MS PowerPoint presentations?
o Clip Art: Pre-designed graphics available in PowerPoint.
o Uses:
Enhances visual appeal.
Illustrates concepts effectively.
Saves time in creating visuals.
Section – B
Answer the following questions. Each question carries 10 marks (5 x 10 = 50 Marks)
9. (A) Define a computer. Explain about various generations of computers.
o Definition: An electronic device for processing data.
o Generations:
First Generation (1940-1956): Vacuum tubes; large and slow.
Second Generation (1956-1963): Transistors; faster and smaller.
Third Generation (1964-1971): Integrated Circuits (ICs);
efficient.
Fourth Generation (1971-Present): Microprocessors; personal
computers.
Fifth Generation (Present-Future): AI and quantum computing.
OR
(B) Illustrate block diagram of computer and explain its components.
o Input Unit: Accepts data from the user.
o Processing Unit (CPU):
Control Unit (CU): Directs operations.
Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU): Performs calculations.
o Memory Unit: Stores data temporarily or permanently.
o Output Unit: Displays results to the user.
10. (A) What is software? Explain various types of computer software.
o Definition: Set of programs to perform tasks.
o Types:
System Software: OS and utility programs.
Application Software: Specific tasks (e.g., MS Word).
Programming Software: Tools for developers (e.g., compilers).
OR
(B) What is Operating System? Discuss about some popular Operating
Systems.
o Definition: Software managing hardware and software resources.
o Examples:
Windows: User-friendly interface.
Linux: Open-source and secure.
MacOS: Exclusive for Apple devices.
Android: Popular for mobile devices.
11. (A) Write about the following:
o i) Drop Caps: Enlarges the first letter of a paragraph.
o ii) Bullets & Numberings: Organizes content in lists.
OR
(B) What is mail merge? Explain about mail merge in MS Word.
o Mail Merge: Combines a document with a data source.
o Steps:
Create main document.
Link to a data source.
Insert merge fields.
Preview and finalize.
12. (A) What is a spreadsheet? Discuss features of MS Excel spreadsheet.
o Definition: Grid of rows and columns for data analysis.
o Features:
Formulas and functions.
Data sorting and filtering.
Chart creation.
Pivot tables.
OR
(B) Explain about creating charts in MS Excel. Also discuss various types of
charts.
o Steps:
Select data.
Choose chart type.
Customize and insert.
o Types:
Bar, Line, Pie, Scatter, etc.
13. (A) Illustrate creating a PowerPoint presentation.
o Open PowerPoint.
o Choose a template.
o Add slides.
o Insert content (text, images).
o Customize with animations.
OR
(B) Explain about deleting, duplicating, and rearranging slides using slide
sorter view in MS PowerPoint.
o Deleting: Select slide and press delete.
o Duplicating: Right-click slide > Duplicate Slide.
o Rearranging: Drag and drop slides to reorder.
