BASIC 7 (JSS1) – COMPUTER STUDIES EXAMINATION FIRST TERM SECTION A: OBJECTIVE
TEST
Choose the correct answer from the options A–D.
1. What is information?
A. Raw facts B. Processed data C. Numbers only D. Unusable data
2. Which of the following best describes data?
A. Processed information B. Raw facts and figures C. Computer output D. Completed message
3. The process of changing data into information is called ____
A. Printing B. Processing C. Drawing D. Recording
4. Which one is an example of communication?
A. Sleeping B. Speaking to someone C. Eating food D. Reading a book
5. The main difference between communication and information is that communication involves
____
A. Sending and receiving messages B. Cleaning data C. Changing information D. Memorizing data
6. What is the meaning of ICT?
A. Information and Communication Tools B. International Computer Technology
C. Information and Communication Technology D. Internet Computer Training
7. Which of these is not a use of a computer?
A. Playing games B. Cooking food C. Storing information D. Typing documents
8. Which device is used to enter data into the computer?
A. Printer B. Monitor C. Keyboard D. Speaker
9. The monitor is an example of a/an ____ device.
A. Input B. Storage C. Processing D. Output
10. Which of the following is the correct identification of a computer?
A. A machine that cooks food B. A machine that stores and processes data
C. A type of furniture D. A musical instrument
SECTION B: THEORY
Answer any FIVE (5) questions.
1. Define data and information and give one example.
2. What is communication? State two forms of communication.
3. Explain ICT and give two uses of ICT in daily life.
4. List and explain three uses of a computer.
5. Identify five parts of a computer and state their functions.