Introduction to Computer Quiz - CBSE Class 5 ICT

Free practice quiz: Introduction to Computer (CBSE Class 5 ICT). 20 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

This CBSE Class 5 ICT practice quiz has 20 multiple-choice questions on Introduction to Computer, and 20 of them come with an explanation. Try the 5 sample questions below (tap an option to check yourself), then play the full quiz online. No sign-up needed.

Sample questions

1. What is a computer?

   1. A machine that cooks food
   2. A device that can store and process data
   3. A toy for playing games
   4. A tool for painting walls
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   Answer: B. A device that can store and process data

   A computer is an electronic device that can store, retrieve, and process data.

2. What is the main purpose of RAM?

   1. To store files permanently
   2. To process data
   3. To store data temporarily
   4. To protect the computer from viruses
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   Answer: C. To store data temporarily

   RAM (Random Access Memory) is used to store data temporarily while a computer is running.

3. Which of these is not considered a storage device?

   1. Hard Drive
   2. USB Flash Drive
   3. Monitor
   4. CD-ROM
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   Answer: C. Monitor

   A monitor is an output device, not used for storage like hard drives, USB flash drives or CD-ROMs.

4. Which device can be used both as input and output?

   1. Monitor
   2. Printer
   3. Touchscreen
   4. Mouse
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   Answer: C. Touchscreen

   A touchscreen can accept input by touching the screen and also display output visually.

5. What role does the BIOS play in a computer?

   1. Manages internet connections
   2. Starts the computer and loads the operating system
   3. Prints documents
   4. Controls the monitor display
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   Answer: B. Starts the computer and loads the operating system

   The BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) initializes and tests hardware during the startup process and loads the operating system.

More questions in this quiz

Answers and explanations are in the full quiz.

1. Which of the following is an input device?
2. What does CPU stand for?
3. Which part of a computer displays images and text?
4. What component of a computer performs calculations?
5. What type of memory is used to boot up a computer?
6. What device is used to point and click on a computer screen?
7. What component provides graphical output from the computer?
8. How does a computer connect to a network?
9. What is a software?
10. In computer terminology, what is 'booting'?
11. What is the primary function of an operating system?
12. Which part of the computer executes program instructions?
13. What is the difference between volatile and non-volatile memory?
14. Why is the motherboard important?
15. What is the purpose of a computer power supply?

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