computer MCQs - 9th class Chapter 05 Mcqs

1

What is the primary role of software in a computing system?

A

To act as the physical hardware

B

To act as an intermediary between the user and the hardware

C

To provide electricity to the components

D

To design the computer's case

2

Which of the following is an example of system software?

A

Microsoft Word

B

Google Chrome

C

Microsoft Windows

D

Minecraft

3

What type of software is designed to help users perform specific tasks like writing a letter or creating a presentation?

A

System Software

B

Utility Software

C

Application Software

D

Device Driver

4

Which operating system is developed by Apple for its Mac computers?

A

Windows

B

Linux

C

Android

D

macOS

5

What was the name of the first experimental self-replicating computer virus created in 1971?

A

ILOVEYOU

B

Creeper

C

MyDoom

D

Storm Worm

6

Which of these is a key function of an operating system?

A

Creating 3D models

B

Managing hardware resources

C

Playing high-definition videos

D

Writing computer code

7

A user interacts with a computer using visual elements like windows, icons, and menus. What type of interface is this?

A

Command-Line Interface (CLI)

B

Graphical User Interface (GUI)

C

Text-based User Interface (TUI)

D

Voice User Interface (VUI)

8

Linux and Disk Operating System (DOS) are primary examples of operating systems that use which type of interface?

A

Graphical User Interface (GUI)

B

Menu-Driven Interface

C

Touchscreen Interface

D

Command-Line Interface (CLI)

9

Which utility program helps improve performance by finding and deleting temporary files, cached files, and other unnecessary items?

A

Antivirus Software

B

Backup Software

C

Disk Cleanup

D

File Compression Tool

10

What is the main purpose of a device driver?

A

To run applications

B

To facilitate communication between hardware and the OS

C

To protect the system from viruses

D

To manage files and folders

11

In the TV remote control analogy, what does the remote control itself represent?

A

The TV (Device)

B

The User (Computer)

C

The Device Driver

D

The Application

12

Which software is NOT an example of a word processor?

A

Microsoft Word

B

Google Docs

C

Adobe Photoshop

D

LibreOffice Writer

13

What feature of Google Docs and Google Sheets allows multiple users to edit a document at the same time?

A

Spell Check

B

Offline Mode

C

Real-time collaboration

D

Pivot Tables

14

Which of the following is a free and open-source spreadsheet program?

A

Microsoft Excel

B

Apple Numbers

C

Google Sheets

D

LibreOffice Calc

15

Adobe Illustrator is a type of graphic design software primarily used for creating what?

A

Editing photos

B

Digital painting

C

Vector graphics like logos and illustrations

D

Creating videos

16

What is the main advantage of vector graphics created with software like Adobe Illustrator?

A

They are easy to paint

B

They maintain quality at any size

C

They have a small file size

D

They are best for photo editing

17

Which of these is a free and open-source alternative to Adobe Photoshop?

A

CorelDRAW

B

Canva

C

GIMP

D

Apple Pages

18

What is the term for software that is usually pre-installed on a computer?

A

Application Software

B

Freeware

C

System Software

D

Shareware

19

Which operating system is an open-source OS used for everything from servers to desktop computers?

A

Windows

B

macOS

C

iOS

D

Linux

20

What function does antivirus software perform?

A

It deletes old files

B

It scans files and incoming data for known viruses

C

It speeds up the internet connection

D

It organizes your documents

21

According to the text, what is the purpose of file compression tools like ZIP or RAR?

A

To increase file quality

B

To change the file type

C

To reduce file size for easier transfer and storage

D

To encrypt files so no one can open them

22

A Plug and Play (PnP) device does what when connected to a computer?

A

It requires manual driver installation

B

It automatically configures itself

C

It cleans the computer's memory

D

It scans for viruses

23

The first operating system, GM-NAA I/O, was created in the 1950s for which company's computers?

A

Apple

B

Microsoft

C

IBM

D

Google

24

Which application software would be most suitable for budgeting and financial analysis?

A

Word Processor

B

Graphic Design Software

C

Spreadsheet Software

D

Media Player

25

Canva is a web-based graphic design tool known for its:

A

Complex programming features

B

Command-line interface

C

Open-source code

D

Easy-to-use interface and templates

26

What is the role of a graphics card driver?

A

To play sound

B

To connect to the internet

C

To ensure the computer can display images and videos correctly

D

To manage the CPU

27

Which operating system is specifically designed for smartphones and tablets and was developed by Google?

A

iOS

B

Android

C

Windows

D

Linux

28

What does a Command-Line Interface (CLI) require users to do to perform tasks?

A

Click on icons

B

Use a mouse

C

Type text commands

D

Use a touchscreen

29

What is the primary purpose of backup software?

A

To delete unnecessary files

B

To schedule regular copies of files and folders

C

To block viruses

D

To install new drivers

30

Which of the following is considered an example of application software?

A

Device Driver

B

Operating System

C

VLC Media Player

D

Disk Cleanup tool

31

What is the function of the 'task manager' in Windows or 'activity monitor' in macOS?

A

To install new software

B

To observe how much CPU and memory applications are using

C

To change the screen resolution

D

To update the operating system

32

What does the acronym GUI stand for?

A

Graphical Utility Interface

B

General User Interaction

C

Graphical User Interface

D

Global User Input

33

What does the text suggest is an essential maintenance task for an operating system?

A

Changing the wallpaper daily

B

Regularly updating it to the latest version

C

Deleting all documents

D

Reinstalling it every month

34

Which word processor is specifically noted for being web-based and integrating with other Google services?

A

Microsoft Word

B

Apple Pages

C

LibreOffice Writer

D

Google Docs

35

What do AI-based tools like Grammarly and Microsoft Editor help with in word processing?

A

Formatting the hard drive

B

Providing advanced grammar, style, and tone suggestions

C

Compressing document files

D

Designing logos

36

What is a primary function of spreadsheet software?

A

To edit video files

B

To organize, analyze, and store data in tabular form

C

To facilitate communication with hardware

D

To design graphical interfaces

37

Which of these is NOT an operating system?

A

macOS

B

Android

C

LibreOffice

D

Linux

38

The text mentions that system software acts as a 'bridge' between what two things?

A

The CPU and RAM

B

The user applications and the hardware

C

The keyboard and the mouse

D

The internet and the computer

39

What is the purpose of 'Mission Control' on macOS?

A

It's a utility for disk cleaning

B

It's a feature for managing open windows and applications

C

It's an antivirus program

D

It's a file compression tool

40

Which of the following is NOT listed as a function of Utility Programs?

A

Enhancing security

B

System maintenance

C

Creating documents and presentations

D

Optimizing performance

41

When you open a web browser while a music player is running, what does the OS do?

A

It closes the music player

B

It manages the distribution of resources so both can run

C

It warns you about low performance

D

It combines both into one window

42

What is the key difference in installation between system and application software?

A

System software is installed by the user, application software is pre-installed

B

Application software requires the internet, system software does not

C

System software is usually pre-installed, application software is installed by the user as needed

D

Both are always installed by the manufacturer

43

Which type of software would you use to perform tasks for productivity, creativity, and communication?

A

System Software

B

Application Software

C

Firmware

D

Malware

44

What does a 'dock' at the bottom of the screen characterize?

A

The Windows desktop

B

The macOS desktop

C

The Linux command line

D

The Android home screen

45

What is a key feature of LibreOffice software like Writer and Calc?

A

It is developed by Microsoft

B

It is only for Apple devices

C

It is free and open-source

D

It requires a monthly subscription

46

What does the acronym OS stand for?

A

Operating Software

B

Overseer System

C

Open Software

D

Operating System

47

According to the text, a computer would be a 'useless machine' without what?

A

A mouse

B

Software

C

A monitor

D

The internet

48

Which company developed the Windows operating system?

A

Apple

B

Google

C

IBM

D

Microsoft

49

To create a ZIP archive to reduce the size of a folder of photos, what type of tool would you use?

A

Word Processor

B

Antivirus Software

C

File Compression Tool

D

Device Driver