CLASS V

 

Extra 3 Questions for Each Section

I. Choose the Correct Answer

  1. Which software acts as an interface between the user and the computer hardware?
    a) Application Software
    b) System Software
    c) Utility Software
    d) Presentation Software
    Answer: b) System Software

  2. Which generation of computers used microprocessors?
    a) First
    b) Second
    c) Third
    d) Fourth
    Answer: d) Fourth

  3. Which of the following is an example of utility software?
    a) MS Word
    b) Photoshop
    c) Antivirus Software
    d) PowerPoint
    Answer: c) Antivirus Software

II. Fill in the Blanks

  1. The __________ is the physical part of a computer system.
    Answer: Hardware

  2. __________ software helps protect a computer from viruses.
    Answer: Antivirus

  3. The Analytical Engine was designed by __________.
    Answer: Charles Babbage

III. State Whether the Following Statements are True or False

  1. Hardware can function effectively without software.
    Answer: False

  2. MS Excel is an example of application software.
    Answer: True

  3. The first generation computers used vacuum tubes.
    Answer: True

IV. Write the Differences

3. Hardware and Software

HardwareSoftware
Physical components of a computer.Set of programs and instructions.
Can be touched and seen.Cannot be touched or seen physically.
Example: Keyboard, Monitor.Example: Windows, MS Word.

4. General-purpose and Specialized Application Software

General-purpose Application SoftwareSpecialized Application Software
Used for a variety of common tasks.Designed for a specific task.
Used by many users.Used by professionals in specific fields.
Example: MS Word.Example: AutoCAD.

5. First Generation and Fourth Generation Computers

First GenerationFourth Generation
Used vacuum tubes.Used microprocessors.
Large and expensive.Small and affordable.
Consumed more power.Consumed less power.

V. Answer the Following Questions

6. What is application software?

Answer:
Application software is a type of software designed to help users perform specific tasks such as writing documents, creating presentations, or editing images. Examples include MS Word and MS PowerPoint.

7. Why is software important in a computer system?

Answer:
Software provides instructions to the hardware and enables the computer to perform tasks. Without software, a computer cannot function effectively.

8. What were the advantages of integrated circuits in computers?

Answer:
Integrated circuits made computers:

  • Smaller in size

  • Faster in processing

  • More reliable

  • Less expensive and energy-efficient

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