JSS1 First Term Computer Studies Past Questions And Answers
Question: What is the primary function of the CPU in a computer?
A. Input data
B. Store data
C. Process data
D. Output data
Answer: C. Process data
Question: Which of the following is an input device?
A. Printer
B. Monitor
C. Keyboard
D. Speaker
Answer: C. Keyboard
Question: What does RAM stand for in computing?
A. Random Access Memory
B. Read-Only Memory
C. Real-time Access Memory
D. Rapid Action Memory
Answer: A. Random Access Memory
Question: Which software is used to perform specific tasks like word processing or spreadsheet calculations?
A. Operating System
B. Application Software
C. System Software
D. Utility Software
Answer: B. Application Software
Question: What is the purpose of an operating system?
A. Create documents
B. Manage hardware and software resources
C. Design graphics
D. Store data permanently
Answer: B. Manage hardware and software resources
Question: Which storage device is commonly used for long-term data storage?
A. RAM
B. Hard Disk Drive
C. Flash Drive
D. CD-ROM
Answer: B. Hard Disk Drive
Question: What does CPU stand for?
A. Central Processing Unit
B. Central Program Unit
C. Computer Processing Unit
D. Central Power Unit
Answer: A. Central Processing Unit
Question: What is the function of a mouse in computing?
A. Display images
B. Input data
C. Process data
D. Output data
Answer: B. Input data
Question: Which of the following is a programming language?
A. HTML
B. JPEG
C. PDF
D. MP3
Answer: A. HTML
Question: What is the purpose of a firewall in computer security?
A. Protect against viruses
B. Manage network traffic
C. Display advertisements
D. Create backups
Answer: B. Manage network traffic
Question: Which component of a computer system stores data permanently?
A. RAM
B. CPU
C. Hard Disk Drive
D. Cache Memory
Answer: C. Hard Disk Drive
Question: What does URL stand for in the context of the internet?
A. Universal Resource Locator
B. Uniform Resource Locator
C. Unique Resource Locator
D. Unified Resource Locator
Answer: B. Uniform Resource Locator
Question: Which type of software is designed to detect and remove computer viruses?
A. Firewall
B. Anti-virus software
C. Operating System
D. Web Browser
Answer: B. Anti-virus software
Question: What is the purpose of the BIOS in a computer?
A. Manage internet connections
B. Boot the operating system
C. Run applications
D. Print documents
Answer: B. Boot the operating system
Question: Which of the following is an example of an output device?
A. Scanner
B. Printer
C. Keyboard
D. Mouse
Answer: B. Printer
Question: What is the role of an IP address in networking?
A. Identify a device on the internet
B. Control access to a website
C. Store data locally
D. Manage hardware resources
Answer: A. Identify a device on the internet
Question: Which programming language is often used for web development?
A. Java
B. Python
C. HTML
D. C++
Answer: C. HTML
Question: What does LAN stand for in networking?
A. Local Access Network
B. Long Area Network
C. Large Area Network
D. Local Area Network
Answer: D. Local Area Network
Question: In a spreadsheet, what is the intersection of a column and a row called?
A. Cell
B. Box
C. Field
D. Grid
Answer: A. Cell
Question: What is the purpose of a web browser?
A. Create documents
B. Play music
C. Browse the internet
D. Edit images
Answer: C. Browse the internet.
