What is a Computer? Quiz

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1. What is a computer?

  • A. A device for cooking food
  • B. An electronic device that manipulates information or data
  • C. A type of furniture
  • D. A vehicle for transportation

2. Which of the following is an example of hardware?

  • A. Web browser
  • B. Operating system
  • C. Keyboard
  • D. Word processor

3. Which of the following is an example of software?

  • A. Monitor
  • B. Mouse
  • C. CPU
  • D. Web browser

4. What type of computer is designed for desk use with separate components?

  • A. Laptop
  • B. Desktop
  • C. Tablet
  • D. Smartphone

5. Which type of computer is portable and battery-powered?

  • A. Server
  • B. Desktop
  • C. Laptop
  • D. Mainframe

6. What is the main difference between a PC and a Mac?

  • A. PC is made by Apple, Mac by Microsoft
  • B. PC typically runs Windows, Mac runs macOS
  • C. PC is older than Mac
  • D. PC cannot connect to the internet

7. Which component is considered the "brain" of the computer?

  • A. RAM
  • B. Hard drive
  • C. CPU
  • D. Motherboard

8. What does RAM stand for?

  • A. Readily Accessible Memory
  • B. Random Access Memory
  • C. Rapid Action Module
  • D. Remote Access Machine

9. Which component provides long-term storage for files and programs?

  • A. RAM
  • B. CPU
  • C. HDD or SSD
  • D. Power supply

10. In traditional motherboard architecture, which chip connects directly to the CPU and controls RAM and graphics?

  • A. Southbridge
  • B. Northbridge
  • C. BIOS
  • D. CMOS

11. What is the purpose of an expansion card?

  • A. To make the computer slower
  • B. To add new capabilities or enhance existing features
  • C. To replace the CPU
  • D. To store data permanently

12. Which expansion card is responsible for processing and rendering graphics?

  • A. Sound card
  • B. Network card
  • C. Graphics card (GPU)
  • D. TV tuner card

13. What does a Network Interface Card (NIC) do?

  • A. Processes audio
  • B. Enables network connectivity
  • C. Connects musical instruments
  • D. Adds USB ports

14. Which expansion slot is commonly used for modern graphics cards and SSDs?

  • A. PCI
  • B. AGP
  • C. PCI Express (PCIe)
  • D. ISA

15. What is the function of the power supply unit?

  • A. Stores data permanently
  • B. Processes instructions
  • C. Converts electricity and distributes power to components
  • D. Displays images on the monitor
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