Computer Concepts in Action ©2009

Unit 2: Computer Hardware and Software

e-Quizzes–Pre-Quizzes


1.	Why is it important to organize files on your computer?



2.	Which kind of computer is used by only one person at a time?

		A)	Personal Computer (PC)
		B)	Minicomputer
		C)	Mainframe Computer
		D)	Super Computer

3.	Which of the following is NOT a type of personal computer?

		A)	A desktop computer
		B)	A laptop computer
		C)	A PDA
		D)	A server

4.	What is the largest type of computer?

		A)	mainframe
		B)	minicomputer
		C)	personal computer
		D)	laptop

5.	What does CPU stand for?

		A)	Central Programming Unit
		B)	Central Processing Unit
		C)	Computer Processing Unit
		D)	Computer Programming Unit

6.	20,000 bytes is the same as____.

		A)	20,000 bits
		B)	20,000 Gigabytes
		C)	40 Megabytes
		D)	20 Kilobytes

7.	Computers process binary numbers, which are composed of ____.

		A)	1s and 2s
		B)	0s and 1s
		C)	1s and 10s
		D)	2s and 3s

8.	How do you connect new devices to your computer?

		A)	Install a CD.
		B)	Plug the device into a wall socket.
		C)	Find the driver of the device.
		D)	Plug the cable from the device into the correct port.

9.	What is the purpose of a keyboard?

		A)	To input text and numbers and send commands to the computer
		B)	To create new keys to use with your computer
		C)	To open the computer up
		D)	To create pictures and images and send them to your computer

10.	What is the purpose of attaching speakers to a computer?

		A)	Displaying images
		B)	Sending messages
		C)	Inputting sound and music
		D)	Outputting sound and music

11.	What is the function of a joystick?

		A)	Controlling sound on the screen
		B)	Computer gaming
		C)	Entering text
		D)	Drawing pictures

12.	Which of the following is an example of an input device?

		A)	Speakers
		B)	Printer
		C)	Mouse
		D)	Modem

13.	What are the two types of computer memory called?

		A)	RIM and RAM
		B)	RAM and ROM
		C)	REM and RAM
		D)	RIM and ROM

14.	What is NOT an example of a storage device?

		A)	A CD
		B)	A DVD
		C)	A floppy disk
		D)	A printer

15.	What is the major storage device inside your computer called?

		A)	A hard drive
		B)	A floppy drive
		C)	A CD-ROM drive
		D)	A flash drive

16.	What is software?

		A)	A type of computer code
		B)	A computer language
		C)	A set of instructions for your computer
		D)	A cover for the computer

17.	Which device uses a handheld operating system?

		A)	A PDA
		B)	A personal computer
		C)	A laptop
		D)	A mainframe

18.	What is file management?

		A)	A person who manages files
		B)	Keeping files and folders organized
		C)	A file cabinet
		D)	A floppy disk

19.	What is a file?

		A)	A place to save documents
		B)	A collection of data
		C)	Text only
		D)	Graphics only

20.	How do you display the contents of a folder in Windows Explorer?

		A)	Click on it
		B)	Collapse it
		C)	Name it
		D)	Give it a password

21.	How do you create a new folder on the Windows desktop?

		A)	Right-click, choose Paste
		B)	Right-click, choose Properties
		C)	Right-click, choose New, then Folder
		D)	Right-click, choose New, then Shortcut

22.	How do you find files on your computer?

		A)	From the Start menu, choose Search, then key text in the searh box.
		B)	From the Start menu, choose Control Panel.
		C)	From the Start menu, choose Help and Support.
		D)	From the Start menu, choose All Programs, then Search

23.	If you open the Windows Search window and key mars* in the search box, what are the search results?

		A)	All of the files and folders that match mars* exactly
		B)	All of the files and folders based on text in the filename, text within the file, and other common file properties
		C)	All of the files and folders that start with mars
		D)	There will be no search results.

24.	How do you look for information to answer your questions about your computer?

		A)	Use Control Panel.
		B)	Use the Search feature.
		C)	Open the Start Menu and click All Programs.
		D)	Use Help and Support.

25.	What is the keyboard shortcut to open Help in Microsoft Office applications?

		A)	F2
		B)	F1
		C)	F4
		D)	F3