SILICON RIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
LOC: TECHIMAN BAMIRI, B/E. TEL: 0209811836/0244468374
END OF THIRDTERM EXAMINATION
SUBJECT: COMPUTING CLASS: GRADE FIVE (5)
Duration: 1hr 45mins
NAME:………………………………………….………. DATE: ………………………………
Time: 1 hour
Answer all questions.
A. Objective Questions
1. The first generation of computers used:
A. Microprocessors B. Vacuum tubes C. Transistors D. Integrated circuits
2. The part of the computer that displays information is the:
A. Keyboard B. Mouse C. Monitor D. Speaker
3. Which of these is NOT a computer gadget?
A. Scanner B. Flash drive C. Hammer D. Projector
4. Which part of the Windows interface shows running programs?
A. Desktop B. Taskbar C. Start menu D. Ribbon
5. Data is:
A. Processed information B. Raw facts and figures C. Pictures only
D. Sound only
6. Which of these is a source of data?
A. Calculator B. Questionnaire C. Monitor D. Keyboard
7. A mobile money system is an example of:
A. Technology in the community B. Algorithm C. Database D. Ribbon
8. In PowerPoint, tabs are found on the:
A. Taskbar B. Ribbon C. Desktop D. Start menu
9. The tab in Microsoft PowerPoint used to insert pictures is:
A. Home B. Insert C. View D. Design
10. Word processing is mainly used for:
A. Typing and editing text B. Playing games C. Drawing D. Recording music
11. In Microsoft Word, the tab that contains tools for changing font size is:
A. Home B. Insert C. Review D. View
12. A database is mainly used for:
A. Typing letters B. Storing and managing data C. Playing videos
D. Drawing shapes
13. An algorithm is:
A. A list of numbers B. A step-by-step procedure for solving a problem
C. A type of database D. A spreadsheet cell
14. Programming is:
A. Giving instructions to a computer B. Making videos
C. Printing documents D. Drawing pictures
15. An electronic spreadsheet is used for:
A. Making calculations and analysing data B. Recording sound
C. Playing games D. Designing logos
16. The tab in Excel used for formatting cells is:
A. Home B. Page Layout C. Data D. Review
17. Which of these is a health and safety practice when using ICT tools?
A. Sitting too close to the screen B. Using a chair with back support
C. Working without breaks D. Looking at the screen for hours
18. A common problem from poor ICT use is:
A. Back pain B. Tooth decay C. Hair loss D. Sunburn
19. Which generation of computers introduced microprocessors?
A. First B. Second C. Third D. Fourth
20. The shortcut for saving a document in Microsoft Word is:
A. Ctrl + P B. Ctrl + C C. Ctrl + S D. Ctrl + X
B. Theory Questions
1. Mention the five generations of computers.
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2. List four parts of a computer and state their functions.
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3. Explain “Windows interface” and mention two of its features.
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4. Define data and list three sources of data.
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5. Mention three examples of technology in your community and state one use of each.
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6. Mention four tabs in Microsoft PowerPoint and state one function of each.
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7. Mention four tabs in Microsoft Word and state one function of each.
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8. What is a database and give two types.
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9. Define algorithm and programming in your own words
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10. State four health and safety tips for using ICT tools.
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Marking Scheme
Objective Questions (1 mark each):
1-B, 2-C, 3-C, 4-B, 5-B, 6-B, 7-A, 8-B, 9-B, 10-A,
11-A, 12-B, 13-B, 14-A, 15-A, 16-A, 17-B, 18-A, 19-D, 20-C.
Total: 20 marks
Theory Questions (4 marks each):
1. Name of each generation = 1 mark, explanation = 1 mark.
2. Name = 1 mark each, function = 1 mark each.
3. Definition = 2 marks, features = 2 marks.
4. Definition = 2 marks, sources = 2 marks.
5. Example = 1 mark, use = 1 mark (per example).
6. Tab = 1 mark, function = 1 mark.
7. Tab = 1 mark, function = 1 mark.
8. Definition = 2 marks, examples = 2 marks.
9. Each correct definition = 2 marks.
10. Each tip = 1 mark.
Grand Total: 60 marks