Multiple Choice Quiz on Computer Basics

Which of the following is an example of hardware?

• Microsoft Word

• RAM

• Google Chrome

• Operating System

What type of device is a mouse?

• Input device

• Output device

• Storage device

• Processing device

Which of these is an example of an output device?

• Keyboard

• Monitor

• Microphone

• Scanner

What does a CPU do in a computer?

• Stores data permanently

• Provides power to the computer

• Executes instructions and processes data

• Sends output to the printer

Which software application is best for creating presentations?

• Adobe Photoshop

• Microsoft PowerPoint

• Google Docs

• VLC Media Player

Which type of software is used for creating and editing text documents?

• Spreadsheet software

• Database software

• Word processing software

• Presentation software

Which of the following is a characteristic of an SSD (Solid State Drive)?

• Uses spinning disks to store data

• Slower than traditional hard drives

• No moving parts, faster performance

• Only compatible with desktop computers

What is the primary function of an operating system?

• Protect the computer from viruses

• Manage hardware and software resources

• Design web pages

• Store files permanently

Which of the following is NOT an input device?

• Microphone

• Touchscreen

• Webcam

• Printer

What type of device is a speaker?

• Input device

• Output device

• Storage device

• Processing device