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Cambridge IGCSE IC1

This document is a practice paper for the Cambridge IGCSE ICT exam, consisting of multiple choice, short answer, matching, fill-in-the-blank, scenario-based, and true/false questions. It covers various topics related to computer hardware, software, and their functions. The total duration for the exam is 2 hours, with a total of 80 marks available.

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Cambridge IGCSE IC1

This document is a practice paper for the Cambridge IGCSE ICT exam, consisting of multiple choice, short answer, matching, fill-in-the-blank, scenario-based, and true/false questions. It covers various topics related to computer hardware, software, and their functions. The total duration for the exam is 2 hours, with a total of 80 marks available.

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Cambridge IGCSE ICT – Paper 1 Practice (Based on Lessons 1 & 2)

Time: 2 hours
Total Marks: 80
Answer all questions. Write your answers in the spaces provided.

Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (1 mark each)

Choose the correct answer and circle the letter.

1. Which of the following is an input device?


A. Monitor
B. Printer
C. Keyboard
D. Speaker

2. Which device is used to output sound from a computer?


A. Scanner
B. Microphone
C. Headphones
D. Joystick

3. Which type of computer is the most powerful?


A. Laptop
B. Desktop
C. Mainframe
D. Tablet

4. Which of these is considered volatile memory?


A. ROM
B. SSD
C. Hard Drive
D. RAM

5. Which device stores data permanently?


A. RAM
B. ROM
C. Cache
D. CPU
6. Which software allows users to perform calculations and create charts?
A. Word processor
B. Database software
C. Spreadsheet software
D. Web browser

7. Which component performs calculations and logic operations?


A. RAM
B. CPU
C. Monitor
D. Motherboard

8. Which of these is NOT a function of an operating system?


A. Managing files
B. Performing calculations
C. Managing hardware
D. Running software

9. Which of the following is system software?


A. Web browser
B. Operating system
C. Email client
D. Word processor

10. A barcode reader is an example of a/an:


A. Output device
B. Processing device
C. Input device
D. Storage device

Section B: Short Answer Questions

11. Define “hardware”. (1 mark)

12. Define “software”. (1 mark)

13. State two examples of hardware. (2 marks)


14. Name two types of software. (2 marks)

15. Describe the difference between RAM and ROM. (2 marks)

16. State three input devices and their use. (3 marks)

17. Explain what an operating system does. (2 marks)

18. State two types of computers and one use for each. (2 marks)

19. Explain what is meant by the term “storage device” and give two examples. (3 marks)

20. State the purpose of application software and give one example. (2 marks)

Section C: Matching/Classification (1 mark each)

Match the item to the correct category or function.

21–25: Match the devices to their categories:

Device Category: Input, Output, Storage

21. Scanner

22. Projector

23. USB stick

24. Printer

25. Webcam

Section D: Fill in the Blanks (1 mark each)

26–30: Fill in the blanks using the correct term.


26. The __________ is the brain of the computer.

27. __________ memory is used to store data temporarily while the computer is running.

28. __________ software controls the hardware and allows other software to run.

29. A __________ is used to move a cursor on the screen.

30. A __________ stores data even when the computer is switched off.

Section E: Scenario-Based Questions

31. A student is writing a report and wants to format text and add images.
a) Which type of software would they use? (1 mark)
b) Name one output device they might use. (1 mark)

32. A cashier uses a touchscreen monitor at the checkout.


a) Name one input and one output function of the touchscreen. (2 marks)

33. A laptop has 8GB RAM and a 512GB SSD.


a) Which is used for long-term storage? (1 mark)
b) What is the purpose of RAM? (1 mark)

34. Explain the difference between application software and system software. (2 marks)

35. Describe one advantage and one disadvantage of a laptop over a desktop computer. (2
marks)

Section F: True or False (1 mark each)

36. A monitor is a type of input device.


37. ROM stands for Read-Only Memory.
38. Spreadsheet software is mainly used for writing essays.
39. A CPU processes data and instructions.
40. An SSD is faster than a traditional hard drive.
End of Paper
Total Marks: 80

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