Examination on Computer Studies
Class: Primary 6
Term: Second Term
Time: 1 Hour
Total Marks: 70

SECTION A: OBJECTIVES (40 Marks)
Instruction: Answer all questions.

1. ________ is a program used for creating and editing images on a computer. (a) Notepad (b) Paint (c) Calculator (d) WordPad
2. Which of these is not a tool found in the Shapes group of MS Paint? (a) Oval (b) Rectangle (c) Curve (d) Magnifier
3. The main reason for covering your computer when not in use is to protect it from ________. (a) Viruses (b) Dust (c) Theft (d) Overheating
4. The ________ tool allows you to select a specific colour from an image for use. (a) Colour picker (b) Eraser (c) Pencil (d) Magnifier
5. All of these are good practices for computer safety except ________. (a) Taking breaks (b) Eating over the keyboard (c) Sitting upright (d) Keeping liquids away
6. Which of the following does NOT contribute to eye strain when using a computer? (a) Dim screen (b) Bright screen (c) Regular breaks (d) Long working hours
7. An example of a professional graphic design software is ________. (a) MS Paint (b) Notepad (c) CorelDraw (d) WordPad
8. The correct step to draw a perfectly straight line in Paint is to use the Line tool while holding down the ________ key. (a) Alt (b) Ctrl (c) Shift (d) Tab
9. Which of the following is considered ‘human-ware’? (a) Software (b) Hardware (c) User (d) Network
10. The part of the Paint window that displays the name of the current file is the ________. (a) Ribbon (b) Title bar (c) Status bar (d) Drawing canvas
11. To avoid back pain, your computer chair should provide good support for your ________. (a) Arms (b) Head (c) Back (d) Legs
12. The tool used to fill an enclosed area with a solid colour is called ________. (a) Pencil (b) Brush (c) Fill with colour (d) Airbrush
13. Leaving drinks near your computer can lead to ________. (a) Faster processing (b) Damage to components (c) Better sound (d) More storage
14. Which of these is a geometric shape? (a) Cloud (b) Heart (c) Star (d) Triangle
15. When using a computer, it is important to keep your feet ________ on the floor. (a) Dangling (b) Crossed (c) Flat (d) Elevated
16. The ________ tool is used to write text on your drawing. (a) Pencil (b) Text (c) Magnifier (d) Eraser
17. Which of these is a common hazard to computer hardware? (a) Cleanliness (b) Proper ventilation (c) Magnets (d) Soft cloth
18. To zoom in on a specific part of your drawing, you would use the ________ tool. (a) Pencil (b) Eraser (c) Magnifier (d) Brush
19. The area in MS Paint where you create your artwork is called the ________. (a) Ribbon (b) Tool box (c) Drawing canvas (d) Colour palette
20. Which of these actions helps protect your computer from overheating? (a) Blocking air vents (b) Leaving it on for days (c) Ensuring proper ventilation (d) Placing it in direct sunlight

SECTION B: THEORY (30 Marks)
Instruction: Answer any THREE questions.

1. (a) Name two common drawing packages. (2 marks)
(b) List three drawing tools found in MS Paint. (3 marks)
(c) State two reasons why it is important to maintain a correct posture when using a computer. (3 marks)
(d) Give two examples of items that should be kept away from computer hardware. (2 marks)

2. (a) What is ‘human-ware’ in the context of computer use? (2 marks)
(b) Describe three precautions to take when handling computer hardware. (3 marks)
(c) Explain the function of the ‘Magnifier’ tool in a drawing package. (3 marks)
(d) Mention two ways to protect your computer from dust. (2 marks)

3. (a) Identify two main components of the MS Paint environment. (2 marks)
(b) List three geometric shapes that can be drawn using the Shapes tool in Paint. (3 marks)
(c) Explain why it is important to take regular breaks when working with computers for a long time. (3 marks)
(d) What is the purpose of the ‘Fill with colour’ tool? (2 marks)

4. (a) Name two types of lines you can draw in MS Paint. (2 marks)
(b) Describe how to draw a perfect circle or square in MS Paint. (3 marks)
(c) State three negative effects of leaving a computer system on for too long without breaks. (3 marks)
(d) What is the importance of ensuring proper ventilation for a computer? (2 marks)

Objective Marking Scheme

Question 1 – ✅ (b) Paint
Question 2 – ✅ (d) Magnifier
Question 3 – ✅ (b) Dust
Question 4 – ✅ (a) Colour picker
Question 5 – ✅ (b) Eating over the keyboard
Question 6 – ✅ (c) Regular breaks
Question 7 – ✅ (c) CorelDraw
Question 8 – ✅ (c) Shift
Question 9 – ✅ (c) User
Question 10 – ✅ (b) Title bar
Question 11 – ✅ (c) Back
Question 12 – ✅ (c) Fill with colour
Question 13 – ✅ (b) Damage to components
Question 14 – ✅ (d) Triangle
Question 15 – ✅ (c) Flat
Question 16 – ✅ (b) Text
Question 17 – ✅ (c) Magnets
Question 18 – ✅ (c) Magnifier
Question 19 – ✅ (c) Drawing canvas
Question 20 – ✅ (c) Ensuring proper ventilation