Second Term Revision and Readiness Test Computer Studies Primary 6 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 1

Second Term Revision and Readiness Test – Computer Studies

Week 1: Key Concepts and Review

Day 1: Introduction to Computers

1. Basic Computer Components:
   • Review the essential components of a computer system (CPU, monitor, keyboard, mouse).
   • Discuss the purpose and function of each component.
2. Input and Output Devices:
   • Identify common input devices (e.g., keyboard, mouse) and output devices (e.g., monitor, printer).

Day 2: Operating Systems and Software

3. Operating Systems:
   • Define an operating system and discuss the role of popular operating systems (e.g., Windows, macOS, Linux).
4. Application Software:
   • Differentiate between system software and application software.
   • Discuss common types of application software (word processors, spreadsheets, browsers).

Day 3: File Management

5. File and Folder Organization:
   • Review the concept of files and folders.
   • Practice creating, renaming, moving, and deleting files and folders.
6. File Extensions:
   • Identify common file extensions and associate them with corresponding file types.

Day 4: Internet and Networking Basics

7. Internet Basics:
   • Define the internet and discuss its uses.
   • Explore web browsers and search engines.
8. Computer Networking:
   • Brief overview of computer networks.
   • Differentiate between LAN (Local Area Network) and WAN (Wide Area Network).

Day 5: Computer Security

9. Cybersecurity:
   • Introduce the concept of cybersecurity and the importance of staying safe online.
   • Discuss common online threats (viruses, phishing).
10. Password Security:
    • Review best practices for creating and managing secure passwords.

Readiness Test Preparation Tips:

• Review class notes, textbooks, and practical exercises.
• Practice using software applications covered in the term.
• Familiarize yourself with basic troubleshooting techniques.
• Stay updated on current trends in technology and computer security.

Name: ……………………………………………………………

Date: ……………………..

Subject: Computer Studies

 Class: Primary 6

Instruction: Answer all the questions.

1. What is internet? …………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
2. Mention three uses of the internet. ……………………………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
3. Mention three disadvantages of the internet. …………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
4. Mention four internet web browsers that you know. ………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
5. Name any four Internet Service Provider in Nigeria that you know. …………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
6. Using the Micro-Soft Word application, write the functions of these shortcuts.

• Ctrl + B = ______________________________
• Ctrl + F = ______________________________
• Ctrl + W = ______________________________
• Ctrl + N = ______________________________
• Ctrl + S = ______________________________

7. List five devices used in computer networking. ……………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
8. State two uses of computer network. …………………………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
9. Write the full meaning of the following acronyms:

• WAN: ______________________________________________________
• LAN: _______________________________________________________
• GAN: _______________________________________________________

10. Define a computer network mast. …………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
11. Internet data is measured in: ………………………………………………………………..

………………………….…,   ………………………………….,        …………………………………….

12. Google. Com is an example of a …………………………………………………..
13. Hosting a website requires payment. (a) I don’t know (b) May be (c) True (d) False
14. Computer network can be wired or ……………………………………………………….
15. Networking does not make easy access to information possible. (a) False (b) True (c) May be (d) Never

Computer Studies – Primary 6

1. What is internet? The internet is a global network that connects computers worldwide, allowing them to share information.
2. Mention three uses of the internet. a) Researching information
   b) Communicating with others
   c) Online learning
3. Mention three disadvantages of the internet. a) Cyberbullying
   b) Security risks
   c) Addiction to online activities
4. Mention four internet web browsers that you know. a) Google Chrome
   b) Mozilla Firefox
   c) Microsoft Edge
   d) Safari
5. Name any four Internet Service Providers in Nigeria that you know. a) MTN
   b) Airtel
   c) Glo
   d) 9mobile
6. Using the Microsoft Word application, write the functions of these shortcuts.
   • Ctrl + B = Bold
   • Ctrl + F = Find
   • Ctrl + W = Close document
   • Ctrl + N = New document
   • Ctrl + S = Save
7. List five devices used in computer networking. a) Router
   b) Switch
   c) Hub
   d) Modem
   e) Network cables
8. State two uses of computer network. a) Sharing files and resources
   b) Internet access
9. Write the full meaning of the following acronyms:
   • WAN: Wide Area Network
   • LAN: Local Area Network
   • GAN: Global Area Network
10. Define a computer network mast. A computer network mast is a tall structure that supports antennas and communication devices to enhance wireless communication in a network.
11. Internet data is measured in: a) Megabytes (MB)
    b) Gigabytes (GB)
    c) Terabytes (TB)
12. Google.com is an example of a: Search engine
13. Hosting a website requires payment. (c) True
14. Computer network can be wired or: Wireless
15. Networking does not make easy access to information possible. (a) False

Computer Studies – Primary 6 – Fill in the Blanks

1. The internet is a global network that connects __________ worldwide.
   a) Cars
   b) Computers
   c) Animals
   d) Trees

2. Three uses of the internet include researching __________, communicating, and online learning.
   a) Flowers
   b) Information
   c) Food
   d) Games

3. Disadvantages of the internet can be cyberbullying, security __________, and addiction.
   a) Joys
   b) Risks
   c) Dreams
   d) Songs

4. Internet web browsers like Google Chrome and Mozilla __________ help us browse the internet.
   a) Safari
   b) Fire
   c) Opera
   d) Thunder

5. Internet Service Providers in Nigeria include MTN, Airtel, __________, and 9mobile.
   a) Rain
   b) Sunshine
   c) Glo
   d) Wind

6. Ctrl + B in Microsoft Word makes text __________.
   a) Bold
   b) Beautiful
   c) Blue
   d) Big

7. A router, switch, hub, modem, and network __________ are devices used in computer networking.
   a) Songs
   b) Books
   c) Cables
   d) Trees

8. Computer networks help us share files and resources, and they provide __________ access.
   a) Quick
   b) Easy
   c) Fast
   d) Slow

9. WAN stands for Wide Area Network, LAN stands for __________ Area Network.
   a) Little
   b) Local
   c) Large
   d) Long

10. Hosting a website often requires __________.
    a) Money
    b) Games
    c) Toys
    d) Happiness

11. Google.com is an example of a __________ engine.
    a) Search
    b) Travel
    c) Dance
    d) Sing

12. Internet data is measured in __________.
    a) Dollars
    b) Megabytes (MB)
    c) Flowers
    d) Smiles

13. Computer networks can be wired or __________.
    a) Tired
    b) Wireless
    c) Shiny
    d) Loud

14. Networking makes easy __________ to information possible.
    a) Escape
    b) Access
    c) Entry
    d) Jump

15. Disagreeing with “Networking does not make easy access to information possible” is __________.
    a) True
    b) False
    c) Maybe
    d) Always