Year 5/6 ICT Quiz By Yin Lee
This quiz was created by our Year 6 ICT Captain Yin Lee. Test your knowledge and see if you know everything there is to know about ICT!You need to enter your FIRST NAME AND CLASS (below) before you begin. E. G. Sarah 6H. No name, no prize!Good Luck!
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What are two different programs that podcasts can be created in?
- A.
Microsoft Word
- B.
Audacity
- C.
Excel
- D.
Garage Band
- E.
Google Earth
Correct Answer(s)
B. Audacity
D. Garage BandExplanation
Podcasts can be created in Audacity and Garage Band. Audacity is a free and open-source audio editing software that allows users to record, edit, and mix audio. It provides various features like multi-track editing, effects, and noise reduction. Garage Band is a music creation software developed by Apple. It offers a user-friendly interface and a wide range of tools for recording, editing, and producing music and podcasts. Both Audacity and Garage Band are popular choices among podcast creators due to their versatility and accessibility.Rate this question:
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What is the point of of the search engine called 'Blackle'? It is trying to save what? E.....http://www.blackle.com/
Correct Answer(s)
energy
electricity
eggs
experimentsExplanation
Blackle is a search engine that aims to save energy. It achieves this by using a black background instead of the usual white background used by most search engines. Since black pixels require less energy to display on a screen compared to white pixels, Blackle claims to save energy and reduce the carbon footprint of internet browsing.Rate this question:
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When did the Apple Computer company start? http://www.apple-history.com/
- A.
April 1, 1976
- B.
May 4, 1980
- C.
January 30, 1854
- D.
August 10, 2000
- E.
May 15, 1967
Correct Answer
A. April 1, 1976Explanation
Apple Computer company started on April 1, 1976.Rate this question:
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How can you open a 2007 excel spreadsheet with excel 2003?
- A.
Just open it!
- B.
Change the programming language.
- C.
First save the file as a 2003 spreadsheet.
- D.
Call an IT person.
- E.
You can not!
Correct Answer
C. First save the file as a 2003 spreadsheet.Explanation
To open a 2007 Excel spreadsheet with Excel 2003, you need to first save the file as a 2003 spreadsheet. Excel 2003 is not compatible with the file format used in Excel 2007, so converting it to the older version's format allows it to be opened and accessed in Excel 2003. Simply opening the file without converting it will result in compatibility issues and may not display the data correctly.Rate this question:
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What server do you log into here at school?
- A.
Work for teachers
- B.
College
- C.
Intranet
- D.
Apple
- E.
Kids
Correct Answer
B. CollegeExplanation
The correct answer is "College" because when logging into the school's server, students and staff typically log into the server associated with the college or educational institution they attend.Rate this question:
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The worlds first computer was called ENIAC. What does ENIAC stand for? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ENIAC
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Everyday Numbers In a Can
- B.
Even Nanna's Insist apples Cat
- C.
Electric Numerator Institutional Calculator
- D.
Electronic Numerical Integrator And Computer
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European Neurological Integer and Computer
Correct Answer
D. Electronic Numerical Integrator And ComputerExplanation
ENIAC stands for Electronic Numerical Integrator And Computer. It was the world's first general-purpose electronic digital computer, designed to solve complex mathematical calculations. ENIAC was developed during World War II and was used primarily by the United States Army for artillery trajectory calculations. It was a massive machine, weighing 30 tons and occupying a space of 1,800 square feet. ENIAC revolutionized computing and laid the foundation for modern computer technology.Rate this question:
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Name one computer operating system?
Correct Answer
Windows
OSX
Lynux
VistaExplanation
The question asks for one computer operating system, and the given options are Windows, OSX, Lynux, and Vista. The correct answer is Windows, OSX, and Lynux because these are all examples of computer operating systems. Vista is not a correct answer because it is a specific version of the Windows operating system.Rate this question:
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1. What are the shortcut keys that switches between open programs in Mac OSX?
- A.
Shift + Tab
- B.
Command + Tab
- C.
Alt + Option
- D.
Control + Click
- E.
Shift + Enter
Correct Answer
B. Command + TabExplanation
The correct answer is Command + Tab. This shortcut key combination is used to switch between open programs in Mac OSX. By pressing Command + Tab, the user can cycle through the different applications that are currently open on their computer. This allows for quick and efficient navigation between programs without the need to use the mouse or trackpad.Rate this question:
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What software companies make Virus Scanners? Tick them.You may wish to use the Internet to help you on this question.
- A.
McAfee
- B.
Symantec
- C.
VET
- D.
Google
- E.
Epson
Correct Answer(s)
A. McAfee
B. Symantec
C. VETExplanation
McAfee, Symantec, and VET are software companies that specialize in creating virus scanners. These companies have developed antivirus software to protect computer systems from malware, viruses, and other cyber threats. They have established themselves in the industry and are well-known for their reliable and effective virus scanning solutions. On the other hand, Google and Epson are not primarily focused on developing virus scanners, making them incorrect choices for this question.Rate this question:
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