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

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

1. ________ are small electronic devices that perform specific functions. (a) Toys (b) Gadgets (c) Books (d) Clothes
2. Which of these is not a common use of IT gadgets? (a) Communication (b) Cooking (c) Learning (d) Entertainment
3. The process of finding information on the internet using keywords is called ________. (a) browsing (b) searching (c) typing (d) clicking
4. Which of the following is an example of a social networking site? (a) Google (b) Microsoft Word (c) WhatsApp (d) Wikipedia
5. All of these are common abuses of the internet except ________. (a) cyberbullying (b) online learning (c) spreading fake news (d) internet addiction
6. An example of an IT gadget is a ________. (a) bicycle (b) smartphone (c) cooking pot (d) school bag
7. Which of these does NOT represent a career opportunity in Information Technology? (a) Web Designer (b) Doctor (c) Programmer (d) IT Support
8. The main reason for using a search engine is to ________. (a) play games (b) find information (c) watch movies (d) chat with friends
9. The ability to connect with people globally through online platforms is a benefit of ________. (a) social studies (b) social networking (c) social isolation (d) social games
10. The correct step to turn on a computer is to press the ________ button. (a) reset (b) power (c) volume (d) eject
11. A common application of IT in education is ________. (a) traditional teaching (b) e-learning (c) manual grading (d) paper books
12. Which of these is a positive influence of computers on society? (a) Increased job displacement (b) Enhanced communication (c) Internet addiction (d) Privacy concerns
13. ________ is a system that allows users to access information from the World Wide Web. (a) Operating System (b) Search Engine (c) Spreadsheet (d) Word Processor
14. All of these are IT gadgets except ________. (a) Laptop (b) Washing Machine (c) Tablet (d) Smart TV
15. Which of the following is a common risk associated with internet abuse? (a) Improved academic performance (b) Cyberbullying (c) Enhanced creativity (d) Better social skills
16. The field of study that focuses on designing and creating websites is called ________. (a) Data Analysis (b) Web Design (c) Network Engineering (d) Software Testing
17. Which of these is NOT a classification of IT gadgets based on function? (a) Input device (b) Output device (c) Cooking device (d) Storage device
18. The main benefit of social networking is to ________. (a) isolate oneself (b) communicate and share information (c) avoid interaction (d) spread misinformation
19. An example of an application of IT in the medical field is ________. (a) manual record keeping (b) surgical operations using robots (c) traditional pharmacy (d) paper prescriptions
20. ________ refers to the inappropriate or harmful use of the internet. (a) Internet safety (b) Internet etiquette (c) Internet abuse (d) Internet literacy

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

1. (a) Define IT gadgets and give two examples. (2 marks)
(b) State three common uses of IT gadgets in daily life. (3 marks)
(c) List three ways the internet can be abused. (3 marks)
(d) Give two reasons why it is important to avoid internet abuse. (2 marks)

2. (a) What is a search engine? (2 marks)
(b) Mention three popular search engines. (3 marks)
(c) Explain how search engines are useful to students. (3 marks)
(d) Name two career opportunities available in the field of Information Technology. (2 marks)

3. (a) What do you understand by social networking? (2 marks)
(b) Give three benefits of social networking. (3 marks)
(c) Describe three ways Information Technology has influenced society positively. (3 marks)
(d) Name two areas where IT is applied in society. (2 marks)

4. (a) List two basic steps to turn on a computer. (2 marks)
(b) Describe three functions you can perform on a smartphone. (3 marks)
(c) Explain why it is important to be careful about the information you share online. (3 marks)
(d) Give two examples of inappropriate content you might find on the internet. (2 marks)

Objective Marking Scheme

Question 1 – ✅ (b) Gadgets
Question 2 – ✅ (b) Cooking
Question 3 – ✅ (b) searching
Question 4 – ✅ (c) WhatsApp
Question 5 – ✅ (b) online learning
Question 6 – ✅ (b) smartphone
Question 7 – ✅ (b) Doctor
Question 8 – ✅ (b) find information
Question 9 – ✅ (b) social networking
Question 10 – ✅ (b) power
Question 11 – ✅ (b) e-learning
Question 12 – ✅ (b) Enhanced communication
Question 13 – ✅ (b) Search Engine
Question 14 – ✅ (b) Washing Machine
Question 15 – ✅ (b) Cyberbullying
Question 16 – ✅ (b) Web Design
Question 17 – ✅ (c) Cooking device
Question 18 – ✅ (b) communicate and share information
Question 19 – ✅ (b) surgical operations using robots
Question 20 – ✅ (c) Internet abuse