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This document is an ICT final exam for Grade 8 students at Hombole Secondary School, consisting of multiple parts including true/false questions, multiple choice questions, matching descriptions, and open-ended responses. The exam covers various topics related to computers, their components, and functions. It is designed to assess students' understanding of ICT concepts and terminology.

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This document is an ICT final exam for Grade 8 students at Hombole Secondary School, consisting of multiple parts including true/false questions, multiple choice questions, matching descriptions, and open-ended responses. The exam covers various topics related to computers, their components, and functions. It is designed to assess students' understanding of ICT concepts and terminology.

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Hombole Secondary School Time allowed 1:00

First semister ICT Final Exam for Grade 8th Mark load 50%

NAME:_____________________ ,No:________ Grade:_________Section:_______.

Part I. Write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE if it is incorrect(1 point each)
__1. A supercomputer is the fastest, most powerful, and most expensive type of computer.
__2. The computers that used transistors are called the First Generation Computers.
__3. Computers provide a perfect and accurate result even when wrong data is entered.
__4. CPU stands for Control Processing Unit.
__5. Central Processing Unit acts as the brain of the computer.
__6. Control unit performs Logic Operation.
__7. Register is temporary storage location for data prior to execution in Arithmetic Logic Unit.
__8. Random Access Memory (RAM) is volatile.
__9. Random Access Memory is the secondary storage device.
__10. DVD store large amounts of data than CD.
Part II. Choose the best answer among the given alternatives(1 point each).
__1. An elements of ICT that has no meaning by itself is:
A. information B. user C. data D. technology
__2. Which one of the following sectors can be supported by ICT?
A. Education B. Agriculture C. Health D. All
__3. The characteristics of a computer that refers to how fast a computer can perform a given
task is:
A. storage B. speed
C. diligence D. communication
__4. A processed data is called ______.
A. information B. data C. input D. process
__5. Which one of the following is the risk that we may face due to overuse of computers?
A. eyestrain B. and joint pain C. overuse injuries of arms D. all
__6. An output device used to listen sound from a computer is:
A. printer B. plotter C. speaker D. microphone
__7. A secondary storage device that uses optical and laser technologies to read and write data
is:
A. flash disk B. CD C. hard disk D. all
__8. Which one of the following is an example of input device?
A. scanner B. printer C. projector D. speaker

__9. Parts of the CPU that helps to perform addition is:


A. Arithmetic logic unit B. Register C. Control unit D. all
__10. Primary storage used to store data permanently is:
A. ROM B. RAM C. Hard disk D. CD
__11.Which one of the following unit of measurement is/are the smallest?

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A.binary B.bit C.byte D.kilo byte
__12._____ is used for storage, data back-up and transferring of computer files
A.CD B.Secondary storage device C.RAM D.ROM
__13._____is high speed memory
A.ROM B.RAM C.DVD D.CD
__14. Which of the following is storage device?
A.speaker B. Plotter C.RAM D.light pen
__15. The output devices that displays information in pictorial or text form are:
A.plotter B.microphone C. Speaker D. Monitor
__16.Which one is type of CD?
A.CD-ROM(Compact Disc Read Only Memory )
B. Compact Disc Readable (CD-R) C. Compact Disc Not Read-Write (CD-NRW)
D.all
__17._____ is a device that enables us to produce a hard copy of data/ information.
A.computer B. Gas plasma monitor (GPM)
C.printer D. Cathode Ray Tube (CRT)
__18. Allows us to enter data by using finger.
A.joystick B.light pen C.touch screen D.none
__19. It allows the user to cancel, or close an operation.
A.Backspace Key B. Windows Key
C. Typing (alphanumeric) D. CTRL Key
__20. The key provides alternate input and operations when pressed in combination
with other keys are:
A. Numeric Keypad B. Directional Keys C. Function keys D.ALT Key
__21. which one of the following are the type of computer based on method of operation?
A.digital computer B.analog computer C.hyprid computer D.all
__22.One is not the characteristics of computer.
A.speed B.no IQ C.automation D.feeling

PARTI III: Match column “A” with their corresponding description


stated under column “B” (1 point each)
A B
__1. Artificial Intelligence A. First Generation
__2. Integrated Circuits B. Second Generation
__3. Vacuum Tubes C. Third Generation
__4. Transistors D. Fourth Generation
__5. Microprocessors E. Fifth Generation

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PART IV: Read the statements and write the answer in the space provided(1 point each)
1. ______ has characteristics of both analog and digital computers.
2.______is an electronic device, which accepts instructions in order to perform certain tasks.
3.______is used to delete any character
4.______is used to save any file in to computer
PART V: Read the statements and list the answer in the space provided
1.Write a type of computer based on its size(1 point each
a. __________
b.__________
c.__________
d._________
2. List the types of computer based on method of operation or function(1 point each)
a. _________
b. __________
c. __________
3. Write the full definition of computer(2 point
Prepared by Dejene Irko
Dep’t: Computer Science
Signature:________________
Date________________

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