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Open Book Exam Computer Science

Grade 9 Marks
____ 2024 2025 Chapter 1
Name __________________________________________________________________

Instructions:
The marks for this exam will be combined with your final semester exam score. Any
instance of copied answers from fellow students will result in the application of negative
marks. You are only allowed to use your textbook to answer the questions.

Answer all questions

1. Which of the following is NOT a component of a computer system?


A. Input devices B. Output devices
C. Operating system D. Network interface card
2. What is the primary function of the central processing unit (CPU)?
A. Stores data and programs B. Processes information and executes instructions
C. Controls the input and output devices D. Communicates with other computers
3. Which of the following is a common type of input device?
A. Printer B. Monitor
C. Keyboard D. Speaker
4. What is the purpose of an operating system?
A. To control the hardware and software of a computer B. To store data and programs
C. To process information D. To communicate with other computers
5. Which of the following is a type of software application?
A. Word processor B. Operating system
C. BIOS D. Firmware
6. What is the difference between hardware and software?
A. Hardware is physical, while software is digital. B. Hardware is used for input, while
software is used for output.
C. Hardware is controlled by software. D. Hardware is faster than software.
7. Which of the following is a common type of network topology?
A. Star B. Bus
C. Ring D. All of the above
8. What is the purpose of a database management system (DBMS)?
A. To store and manage data B. To create and edit documents
C. To communicate with other computers D. To control the hardware of a computer
9. Which of the following is a common type of cloud computing service?
A. Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) B. Software as a Service (SaaS)
C. Platform as a Service (PaaS) D. All of the above
10. What is the role of a network administrator?
A. To design and maintain computer networks B. To create and edit documents
C. To install and configure software D. To provide technical support to users

Fill in the Blanks:


(The central processing unit, Operating system, database, World Wide Web , Firewall)
1. ______________________________________is often referred to as the brain of the computer.
2. ___________________manages the resources of a computer system.
3. A ______________________is a collection of organized data.
4. The ____________________is a system of interconnected documents accessed through the
internet.
5. ____________is a network security system that monitors and controls incoming and outgoing
network traffic.

Write Short Answer for following questions:


1. Explain the difference between hardware and software.

2. Describe the functions of input and output devices.

3. What is the role of the operating system in a computer system?

4. Explain the concept of cloud computing.

5. What are the key components of a computer network?

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