Year 8: Knowledge Check Under The Hood

Which of the following is considered an internal component of a computer system?

• Monitor

• Central Processing Unit (CPU)

• Mouse

• Printer

What is the main function of the CPU in a computer?

• Displaying images

• Processing instructions and data

• Printing documents

• Storing files permanently

Which device is primarily used to input text into a computer?

• Keyboard

• Speaker

• Monitor

• Projector

Which of the following is an output device?

• Scanner

• Mouse

• Printer

• Microphone

What is the main role of RAM in a computer system?

• To store data permanently

• To temporarily store data and instructions for quick access

• To display graphics

• To connect to the internet

Which device allows a user to interact with a computer by touching the screen?

• Touchscreen

• Mouse

• Keyboard

• Speaker

Which of the following is a hybrid device?

• Desktop computer

• Tablet with detachable keyboard

• Laser printer

• External hard drive

What is the main function of an input device?

• To process data

• To send data into the computer

• To display information

• To store data

Which component is responsible for storing data permanently in a computer?

• RAM

• Hard Drive

• CPU

• Graphics Card

Which of the following is NOT an input device?

• Microphone

• Mouse

• Monitor

• Scanner