IT Basics Quiz for Grade 9

Which device is considered the "brain" of the computer?

• Hard Drive

• Central Processing Unit (CPU)

• Monitor

• Keyboard

What does RAM stand for in computer hardware?

• Random Access Memory

• Readily Available Memory

• Read Access Module

• Rapid Application Memory

Which of the following is NOT an input device?

• Mouse

• Printer

• Keyboard

• Scanner

Which storage device uses optical technology to read and write data?

• Hard Disk Drive

• Solid State Drive

• CD/DVD Drive

• Flash Drive

What is the first phase of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)?

• Design

• Testing

• Planning

• Analysis

Which SDLC phase involves checking the software for errors and bugs?

• Implementation

• Testing

• Maintenance

• Deployment

What is the main purpose of the maintenance phase in SDLC?

• To design the software

• To fix issues and update the software after deployment

• To gather requirements

• To test the software

Which of the following is a strong password?

• password123

• 123456

• Qwerty

• T!g3r$2024

What should you do if you receive an email from an unknown sender with an attachment?

• Open the attachment immediately

• Delete the email or mark it as spam

• Forward it to friends

• Reply asking for more information

Which of the following is a common sign of a phishing website?

• Secure HTTPS connection

• Misspelled website address

• Professional design

• Fast loading speed