Introduction to Computer Science Concepts

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A medium difficulty Computer Science worksheet on general concepts for grade 7 students. Includes questions on Programming and Algorithms, Data Structures, Computational Thinking.

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Introduction to Computer Science Concepts

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Introduction to Computer Science Concepts

Instructions: Answer all questions carefully. Read each question thoroughly and choose or write the best answer. For matching questions, connect the items on the left with their correct counterparts on the right. Use the response areas provided to input your answers.
A

Programming and Algorithms

Questions related to programming languages, writing code, and understanding algorithms.
1.
Which of the following is a programming language?
[1 mark]
AHTML
BCSS
CJPEG
DPython
2.
Fill in the blank: An algorithm is a step-by-step set of instructions used to solve a __________.
[1 mark]
3.
What does the 'if' statement do in programming?
[2 marks]
4.
Choose the correct order of steps in writing an algorithm:
[1 mark]
APlan, code, test, debug
BTest, plan, code, debug
CCode, plan, debug, test
DDebug, plan, code, test
B

Data Structures

Questions about different data structures like arrays, lists, stacks, queues, and their uses.
1.
Fill in the blank: A __________ is a collection of items stored in a linear order.
[1 mark]
2.
Which data structure works on the principle Last In, First Out (LIFO)?
[1 mark]
AQueue
BStack
CArray
DLinked List
3.
True or False: Arrays can only store data of the same data type.
[1 mark]
4.
Short Answer: Name one advantage of using a linked list over an array.
[2 marks]
C

Computational Thinking

Questions to develop logical thinking, problem-solving skills, and understanding of computational processes.
1.
Identify the next number in the pattern: 2, 4, 8, 16, __
[2 marks]
2.
True or False: Decomposition is breaking down a complex problem into smaller, manageable parts.
[1 mark]
3.
Fill in the blank: An algorithm that sorts data from smallest to largest is called a __________ sort.
[1 mark]
4.
Which of the following is an example of abstraction in computer science?
[1 mark]
AUsing a calculator to perform calculations
BCreating a user interface without knowing the internal code
CWriting detailed code for hardware design
DStoring data in a database
D

Computer Systems

Questions about hardware components, software, and how computers process data.
1.
Fill in the blank: The main hardware components of a computer include the CPU, memory, storage, and __________.
[1 mark]
2.
True or False: The CPU is often called the brain of the computer.
[1 mark]
3.
Which device is used to output visual information from a computer?
[1 mark]
AMonitor
BKeyboard
CPrinter
DSpeaker
4.
Short Answer: Name one type of primary storage in a computer.
[1 mark]
E

Matching Questions

Match each term or symbol with its correct description or meaning.
1.
Match each symbol or term on the left with its correct description on the right:
[20 marks]
1. Loop
2. Variable
3. Array
4. Function
5. Conditional
6. Algorithm
7. Syntax
8. Compiler
9. Binary
10. Hardware
11. Software
12. Input device
13. Output device
14. Cache
15. Motherboard
16. Operating System
17. Byte
18. URL
19. HTTP
20. Firewall
ARepeats a set of instructions
BStores data values
CStores multiple items of the same type
DProtocol for transmitting web pages
EMain circuit board of a computer
FDevice used to display or produce data
GUnit of digital information
HFast memory for quick data access
ISecurity system to protect networks
JSoftware that manages hardware and software
KPhysical parts of a computer
LReusable block of code
MPrograms and operating systems
NAddress of a webpage
OExecutes code based on a condition
PStep-by-step problem-solving procedure
QRules for writing code in a programming language
RTranslates code into machine language
SDevice used to enter data
TNumber system used by computers

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