Chapter 3 Output Devices Grade 6____
Name: __________________________________
1. Answer the following Questions:
1. What is speech synthesis?
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2. What is a multifunctional device?
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3. What is HDTV?
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4. What is a data projector?
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5. What is a line printer?
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6. What is Internet telephony?
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4. Complete each sentence by circling the correct words in the brackets.
1. The most common output device is the (visual display unit/printer).
2. Older types of monitors use (LCD/CRT) technology.
3. (Shared laser printers/Personal laser printers) are more expensive and can print over 30 pages a minute.
4. Pixels are (picture elements/picture lines) that form images on a monitor.
5. The speed of the ink-jet printer is measured in (pages per minute/lines per minute).
Answers:
1. Answers the following questions
1. Speech synthesis is a technology that enables a computer to produce an artificial human voice.
2. A multifunctional device is a device that combines the capabilities of a scanner, printer, fax machine, and photocopier.
3. HDTV stands for high-definition television. It uses computer technology to produce very clear and detailed images on a
television screen.
4. A data projector is an output device that displays output on a large screen or wall.
5. A line printer is a printer that can print one complete line at a time.
6. Internet telephony is a technology that allows people to have telephone conversations over the Internet..
Complete the following statements by filling in the blanks with the correct terms. Each word or
phrase can be used only once.
1. Output devices 2. bulky 3. Character 4. data projectors
5. pens 6. speech synthesizer 7. Monochrome 8. page
Chapter 3 Output Devices Grade 6____
Name: __________________________________
Answer the following Question
A microcomputer is advertised as having the following:
• 32 GHz processor
• 512 RAM
• 80 Gb hard drive
• 12-inch monitor
• Ink-jet printer
What output devices are mentioned in the advertisement?
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2. Explain the advantages of LCD monitors over CRT monitors.
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3. What are pixels? Explain screen resolution.
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4. What is a fax machine? How does it work?
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5. Why are dot-matrix printers not used nowadays?
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Chapter 4 Processing and storage Grade 6____
Name: __________________________________
1. Answer the following Questions:
1. What is the difference between loading data and saving data?
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2. What is an internal hard disk?
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3. What is the advantage of using a CD to store data?
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4. What is the memory unit?
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5. What is non-volatile memory?
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6. What is serial access?
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4. Complete each sentence by circling the correct words in the brackets.
1. A (USB/USB flash) is a back-up storage medium.
2. Saving data means transferring data from (memory to back-up store/back-up store to memory).
3. Secondary storage is also known as (temporary/permanent) storage.
4. (DVD drive/Data play) is gaining popularity because users are able to record data such as
music files, to play pre-recorded music, and store digital photographs.
5. Special storage sites on the (computer/Web) provide users free or low-cost storage space.
Answers:
1. Answers the following questions
1. Loading data means transferring data from back-up store to the main memory. Saving data means transferring data from the
main memory to back-up store.
2. An internal hard disk is a secondary storage medium that is located inside the system unit. It is sealed to protect it from dust.
3. CDs are portable, cheaper to produce, and have large storage capacities.
4. The memory unit is a part of the CPU where data and instructions are stored.
5. Non-volatile memory is a type of computer memory from where data is not lost if power to the system is lost.
6. Serial access is a method of reading data stored in the memory. Data is read in a sequence from start to finish.
Complete the following statements by filling in the blanks with the correct terms. Each word or
phrase can be used only once.
1. cloud storage 2. solid-state 3. DVDs 4. laser
5. magnetic 6. microprocessor 7. spindle 8. address
Chapter 4 Processing and storage Grade 6____
Name: __________________________________
Answer the following Questions
1. Define processing. What is the function of the central processing unit?
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2. Name and briefly describe the components of the CPU.
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3. What is an SD memory card? Why is it called a solid-state storage device?
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4. What is the difference between primary and secondary storage?
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5. Draw a table and differentiate between RAM and ROM.
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6. Why is there a need for two different types of main memory?
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7. Why is back-up storage necessary?
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8. What are some of the advantages of cloud-based storage?
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Chapter 4 Processing and storage Grade 6____
Name: __________________________________
Random Access Memory
processing
calculation
saving
permanently
True
True
True
False
False
Answer the following Questions
1. Define processing. What is the function of the central processing unit?
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Processing is an activity performed by the computer by which data is transformed into
information. The central processing unit processes data, stores it, and controls the
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operations of the other parts of the computer.
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2. Name and briefly describe the components of the CPU.
The arithmetic logic unit (ALU) does all the arithmetic and logical operations needed to solve a particular
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problem. The control unit (CU) executes or carries out all the instructions which have been stored in the
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memory. The memory unit (MU) stores data and instructions.
3. What is an SD memory card? Why is it called a solid-state storage device?
An SD memory card is an optical secondary storage device that stores data in gigabytes.
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An SD memory card is called a solid-state storage device because it does not have any
moving parts.
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4. What is the difference between primary and secondary storage?
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Primary storage is located within the system unit while secondary storage is located outside the
system unit.
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5. Draw a table and differentiate between RAM and ROM.
1. RAM stands for random-access memory. 1. ROM stands for read-only memory.
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2. RAM is temporary memory. 2. ROM is permanent memory.
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3.It is also called volatile memory. 3. It is also called nonvolatile memory.
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6. Why is there a need for two different types of main memory?
Two different types of memory help the computer to organize the most important instructions separately.
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7. Why is back-up storage necessary?
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Back-up storage is necessary because data stored on the computer can become damaged
or lost at any time.
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8. What are some of the advantages of cloud-based storage?
Cloud storage allows users to store complete applications on server space. They do not have to
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carry around their own computer everywhere because the data from the cloud can be accessed
from any other computer.
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Chapter 8 Spreadsheet Grade 6____
Name: ________________________________
1. Complete each sentence by circling the correct words in the brackets.
1. Spreadsheets are used to organize (data/programs) and perform
calculations.
2. A workbook contains several (work files/worksheets).
3. Each column is identified by a (point/letter).
4. The intersection of a (row and a column/column and a worksheet)
creates a cell.
5. (Contents/Labels) can contain any combination of letters, numbers,
spaces, and nonnumeric characters.
2. Complete the following statements by filling in the blanks with the
correct terms. Each word or phrase can be used only once.
cell reference row numbers Autofill values
bottom rows columns active
1. A worksheet is a rectangular grid of columns and ______________.
2. Each cell on a worksheet is known by its______________ .
3. The address of the _______cell is given by the row number and column letter.
4. The vertical bar of the frame displays________________________ .
5. Sheet tabs are present at the________________ of worksheets.
6. Data can exist as labels or _________________ .
7. The ______________feature is used to enter a pre-defined series of data.
8. Merge and Center is used to display cell contents across several___________ .
Circle the correct answer.
1. Worksheets are used to organize numeric data only. True/False
2. Scroll bars are used to change font styles. True/False
3. An Excel file is called a workbook. True/False
4. The Formula Bar displays the address of the active cell on its right.
True/False
5. A worksheet represents the work area on the screen. True/False
6. Cells are formed by the intersection of rows and columns. True/False
Answer the following Questions
1. What is an electronic spreadsheet? Name a commonly-used spreadsheet program.
Ans:___________________________________________________________________
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2. Define the following: row, column, and cell.
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3. What is the purpose of the Formula Bar?
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4. What are the two types of text that can be entered in a spreadsheet?
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5. Name three types of documents for which you would use a spreadsheet instead of a
Word document.
Ans:___________________________________________________________________
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A. Fill in the blanks.
1. The cell contents are edited in_______________________________________
2. Text data are also called____________________
3. An Excel workbook has___________________ worksheets by default
4. The Paste command is found in the ___________________ group.
5. We go to the________________________ group to delete cell contents
B. State whether the following statements are true or false.
1. Spreadsheets are used for creating letters and documents. _________
2. A spreadsheet is a rectangular grid of rows and columns. _________
3. The cell we are currently working on is called the open cell. _________
4. A workbook contains several worksheets. _________
5. Sheet tabs enable us to move from one worksheet to another. _________
C. Select the correct option for each question.
1. We use a to identify a cell _____________________
a. cell reference b. reference number
c. row number d. column letter
2. What type of data are symbols such as +, -, and * called in Microsoft Excel?
a. text b. values
c. signs d. labels
3. ln which alignment is each line of text the same length?
a. left-aligned b. right-aligned
c. justified d. centered
4. Where does data being typed in the active cell appear?
a. Editing group b. Status Bar
c. Name Box d. Formula Bar
5. Which feature helps to create a data series automatically?
a. Autofill b. lndent
c. Merge & Center d. Wrap Text
Chapter 8 Spreadsheet Grade 6____
Name: ________________________________
1. Complete each sentence by circling the correct words in the brackets.
1. Spreadsheets are used to organize (data/programs) and perform
calculations.
2. A workbook contains several (work files/worksheets).
3. Each column is identified by a (point/letter).
4. The intersection of a (row and a column/column and a worksheet)
creates a cell.
5. (Contents/Labels) can contain any combination of letters, numbers,
spaces, and nonnumeric characters.
2. Complete the following statements by filling in the blanks with the
correct terms. Each word or phrase can be used only once.
cell reference row numbers Autofill values
bottom rows columns active
row
1. A worksheet is a rectangular grid of columns and ______________.
cell reference .
2. Each cell on a worksheet is known by its______________
3. The address of the _______cell
active is given by the row number and column letter.
rows
4. The vertical bar of the frame displays________________________ .
bottom
5. Sheet tabs are present at the________________ of worksheets.
6. Data can exist as labels or _________________
values .
7. The ______________feature
autofill is used to enter a pre-defined series of data.
8. Merge and Center is used to display cell contents across several___________
column .
Circle the correct answer.
1. Worksheets are used to organize numeric data only. True/False
2. Scroll bars are used to change font styles. True/False
3. An Excel file is called a workbook. True/False
4. The Formula Bar displays the address of the active cell on its right.
True/False
5. A worksheet represents the work area on the screen. True/False
6. Cells are formed by the intersection of rows and columns. True/False
Answer the following Questions
1. What is an electronic spreadsheet? Name a commonly-used spreadsheet program.
An electronic spreadsheet is an application program that allows text, numbers, and formulae to be
Ans:___________________________________________________________________
entered into a grid of rectangular cells. The most widely-used spreadsheet program is
______________________________________________________________________
Microsoft Excel.
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2. Define the following: row, column, and cell.
Row A row is a horizontal division of a worksheet. It is denoted by a number.
Ans:___________________________________________________________________
Column A column is a vertical division of a worksheet. It is denoted by a letter.
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Cell A cell is a box at the intersection of a row and a column. It is denoted by a row number
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and column letter.
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3. What is the purpose of the Formula Bar?
The Formula Bar is used to enter a formula in a cell. It is also used to change a formula or
Ans:___________________________________________________________________
make changes to the data in a cell.
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4. What are the two types of text that can be entered in a spreadsheet?
The two types of text that can be entered in a spreadsheet are labels and values.
Ans:___________________________________________________________________
Labels include data in the form of letters while values include numbers.
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
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5. Name three types of documents for which you would use a spreadsheet instead of a
Word document.
1. Marks sheets 2. Monthly bills 3. Price lists
Ans:___________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
A. Fill in the blanks.
formula bar
1. The cell contents are edited in_______________________________________
label
2. Text data are also called____________________
three
3. An Excel workbook has___________________ worksheets by default
clipboard
4. The Paste command is found in the ___________________ group.
cell
5. We go to the________________________ group to delete cell contents
B. State whether the following statements are true or false.
false
1. Spreadsheets are used for creating letters and documents. _________
true
2. A spreadsheet is a rectangular grid of rows and columns. _________
false
3. The cell we are currently working on is called the open cell. _________
true
4. A workbook contains several worksheets. _________
true
5. Sheet tabs enable us to move from one worksheet to another. _________
C. Select the correct option for each question.
1. We use a to identify a cell _____________________
a. cell reference b. reference number
c. row number d. column letter
2. What type of data are symbols such as +, -, and * called in Microsoft Excel?
a. text b. values
c. signs d. labels
3. ln which alignment is each line of text the same length?
a. left-aligned b. right-aligned
c. justified d. centered
4. Where does data being typed in the active cell appear?
a. Editing group b. Status Bar
c. Name Box d. Formula Bar
5. Which feature helps to create a data series automatically?
a. Autofill b. lndent
c. Merge & Center d. Wrap Text
