MINISTRY OF EDUCATION AND VOCATIONAL TRAINING
PRE-NECTA JOINT EXAMINATION
[Al-Ihsaan Girls, Lumumba, Madrasatul-Huda, Olgun & Tumekuja Secondary Schools]
FORM FOUR
036/1 INFORMATION AND COMPUTER STUDIES 1
Time: 3 Hours 10 October 2025
Instructions
1. This paper consists of sections A, B and C with a total of eleven (11) questions.
2. Answer all questions in sections A and B, and two (2) questions from section C
3. Show all steps in your working, giving answers at each stage
4. Write your Examination Number on every page of your answer booklet(s).
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SECTION A (16 marks)
Answer all questions from this section
1. Choose the correct answer for each of the following items.
i. What is the function of CTRL+ B in Microsoft Word?
A. It converts selected text into the next larger size of the same font
B. It adds a line break to the documents.
C. It makes the selected text bold
D. It applies italic formatting to the selected text
E. It performs superscript
ii. What is the smallest and largest font sizes available in the font size tool on the formatting
toolbar?
A. 8 and 72
B. 8 and 68
C. 6 and 72
D. 6 and 76
E. 8 and 128
iii. The prevention of data loss from power failure is done by:
A. Socket extension
B. Surge protector
C. UPS
D. Voltage stabilizer
E. Voltage regulator
iv. Word processors, spreadsheet and photo-editing are good examples of:
A. Application software
B. Graphic software
C. Operating system
D. System software
E. Database software
v. If you turn on a PC and the system unit is clearly ON, but the monitor is dark, the
problem could be:
A. The monitor is not turned on
B. The monitor is not connected to the computer.
C. The monitor is not plugged in.
D. The monitor is connected
E. Any or all of the above.
vi. Which of the following is among the formatting features in MS-Word application?
A. Spell check
B. Copy and paste
C. Font
D. Emboss
E. Cut and paste
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vii. In Excel, if a number in a cell is too wide for the cell to displayed it will be indicated by
the error_________?
A. ! No##
B. #####
C. #Ref
D. #NAME
E. #DIV/0!
viii. Which of the following is the most suitable to place your image into a live video
conference?
A. Webcome
B. Web cam
C. Digital camera
D. Video camera
E. Joystick
ix. A database program replaces what piece of office equipment?
A. Typewriter
B. Photocopier
C. FAX machine
D. Filling cabinet
E. CRT
x. One of the following is not a component of a computer system unit.
A. Power unit
B. Processor chip
C. Keyboard.
D. ROM BIOS
E. Motherboard
2. Match the descriptive meaning of the terms used in multimedia in LIST A with their
corresponding names in LIST B by writing the letter of the correct answer beside the item
number in the booklet (s) provided.
LIST A LISTB
i) The computerized method of presenting information A. Hypermedia
combining textual data, audio, visuals (video), graphics
and animations. For example: E-Mail, Yahoo Messenger, B. Interactive
Video Conferencing, and MMS multimedia
ii) ii) The passive multimedia contents that proceed without
user interaction, for example cinema presentation. C. Linear
iii) iii) Refers to an extension of hypertext that integrates text, multimedia
graphics, audio, video, and hyperlinks
iv) iv) The digital media that actively engages users, inviting D. Non-linear
them to participate beyond passively viewing. Examples multimedia
include quizzes, polls, and games
v) v) The active multimedia contents which require a user E. Virtual reality
for the content to proceed, for example computer games.
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vi) vi) Refers to a technology that creates immersive, F. Multimedia
computer-generated environments where users can
interact with simulated surroundings as if they were real. G. Media system
SECTION B (56 marks)
Answer all questions from this section
3. (a) When working with ICT Devices, there are security principles we need to
understand. Explain three security principles you know. (6 marks).
(b) Explain two security mechanisms used to protect information. (3 marks).
4. (a) What do you understand about the term “data backup”? (2 mark).
(b)Why do we do data backup? (Give three reasons) (3 marks).
(c)Give two differences between worms and virus as used in computing. (2marks).
(d)What is utility software (2 marks).
5. Your mother wants to buy new laptop for studying ICS, but she doesn’t know the
characteristics of computers which are suitable for you.
(a) Help your mother by explaining them (3 points).
(b) Mention two types of software that must be installed before the computer to be
used (2 marks).
(c) Among the two types of software, say which one will be installed first, and what
will happen to the computer if it is not installed first. (4 marks).
6. Suppose you communicate with your uncle, who is too far outside the country.
(a) What type of network do you propose to use during communication? (2 marks).
(b) When you communicate, once you experience that the network is not available.
Mention three things that you think could be a reason. (3 marks).
(c) Explain two advantages that made you choose the proposed network (4 marks).
7. Your fellow student from X-school told you that they feel ashamed to go in front of
another student to present anything to them.
(a) As a good presenter, explain to him three qualities of good presenters.
(b) In addition to that explain to him using three points on how he/she will be
prepared to make their presentation to fulfil the audience.
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8. (a) Briefly explain three types of HTML Lists.
(b) Write HTML code which will generate the following registration form.
SECTION C (30 marks).
Answer only two questions from this section.
9. ICS teacher from Mwanakwerekwe Secondary School wants to continue teaching his
students from home during holiday, as computer students advise them on the method
which will be suitable by giving them the advantages and disadvantages of that method
(four points for each)
10. Your mother works as a data storekeeper in an organization and always complains, “the
use of electronic database is just a waste of an organization resources and money”. As
a storekeeper officer model, she believes that electronic databases are preferred over
manual storage. Use any five points.
11. The development of science and technology and the availability of internet services
have led the introduction of virtual organisations or communities in our daily life.
Explain five organizations/communities and the online service they provide.
