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
- Basic Computer Components:
- Review the essential components of a computer system (CPU, monitor, keyboard, mouse).
- Discuss the purpose and function of each component.
- 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
- Operating Systems:
- Define an operating system and discuss the role of popular operating systems (e.g., Windows, macOS, Linux).
- Application Software:
- Differentiate between system software and application software.
- Discuss common types of application software (word processors, spreadsheets, browsers).
Day 3: File Management
- File and Folder Organization:
- Review the concept of files and folders.
- Practice creating, renaming, moving, and deleting files and folders.
- File Extensions:
- Identify common file extensions and associate them with corresponding file types.
Day 4: Internet and Networking Basics
- Internet Basics:
- Define the internet and discuss its uses.
- Explore web browsers and search engines.
- Computer Networking:
- Brief overview of computer networks.
- Differentiate between LAN (Local Area Network) and WAN (Wide Area Network).
Day 5: Computer Security
- Cybersecurity:
- Introduce the concept of cybersecurity and the importance of staying safe online.
- Discuss common online threats (viruses, phishing).
- 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.
- What is internet? …………………………………………………………………………………………. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
- Mention three uses of the internet. ……………………………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
- Mention three disadvantages of the internet. …………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
- Mention four internet web browsers that you know. ………………………………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
- Name any four Internet Service Provider in Nigeria that you know. …………………… ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
- Using the Micro-Soft Word application, write the functions of these shortcuts.
- Ctrl + B = ______________________________
- Ctrl + F = ______________________________
- Ctrl + W = ______________________________
- Ctrl + N = ______________________________
- Ctrl + S = ______________________________
- List five devices used in computer networking. ……………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
- State two uses of computer network. …………………………………………………………….. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
- Write the full meaning of the following acronyms:
- WAN: ______________________________________________________
- LAN: _______________________________________________________
- GAN: _______________________________________________________
- Define a computer network mast. …………………………………………………………. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
- Internet data is measured in: ………………………………………………………………..
………………………….…, …………………………………., …………………………………….
- Google. Com is an example of a …………………………………………………..
- Hosting a website requires payment. (a) I don’t know (b) May be (c) True (d) False
- Computer network can be wired or ……………………………………………………….
- Networking does not make easy access to information possible. (a) False (b) True (c) May be (d) Never
Computer Studies – Primary 6
- What is internet? The internet is a global network that connects computers worldwide, allowing them to share information.
- Mention three uses of the internet. a) Researching information
b) Communicating with others
c) Online learning - Mention three disadvantages of the internet. a) Cyberbullying
b) Security risks
c) Addiction to online activities - Mention four internet web browsers that you know. a) Google Chrome
b) Mozilla Firefox
c) Microsoft Edge
d) Safari - Name any four Internet Service Providers in Nigeria that you know. a) MTN
b) Airtel
c) Glo
d) 9mobile - 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
- List five devices used in computer networking. a) Router
b) Switch
c) Hub
d) Modem
e) Network cables - State two uses of computer network. a) Sharing files and resources
b) Internet access - Write the full meaning of the following acronyms:
- WAN: Wide Area Network
- LAN: Local Area Network
- GAN: Global Area Network
- 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.
- Internet data is measured in: a) Megabytes (MB)
b) Gigabytes (GB)
c) Terabytes (TB) - Google.com is an example of a: Search engine
- Hosting a website requires payment. (c) True
- Computer network can be wired or: Wireless
- Networking does not make easy access to information possible. (a) False
Computer Studies – Primary 6 – Fill in the Blanks
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The internet is a global network that connects __________ worldwide.
a) Cars
b) Computers
c) Animals
d) Trees -
Three uses of the internet include researching __________, communicating, and online learning.
a) Flowers
b) Information
c) Food
d) Games -
Disadvantages of the internet can be cyberbullying, security __________, and addiction.
a) Joys
b) Risks
c) Dreams
d) Songs -
Internet web browsers like Google Chrome and Mozilla __________ help us browse the internet.
a) Safari
b) Fire
c) Opera
d) Thunder -
Internet Service Providers in Nigeria include MTN, Airtel, __________, and 9mobile.
a) Rain
b) Sunshine
c) Glo
d) Wind -
Ctrl + B in Microsoft Word makes text __________.
a) Bold
b) Beautiful
c) Blue
d) Big -
A router, switch, hub, modem, and network __________ are devices used in computer networking.
a) Songs
b) Books
c) Cables
d) Trees -
Computer networks help us share files and resources, and they provide __________ access.
a) Quick
b) Easy
c) Fast
d) Slow -
WAN stands for Wide Area Network, LAN stands for __________ Area Network.
a) Little
b) Local
c) Large
d) Long -
Hosting a website often requires __________.
a) Money
b) Games
c) Toys
d) Happiness -
Google.com is an example of a __________ engine.
a) Search
b) Travel
c) Dance
d) Sing -
Internet data is measured in __________.
a) Dollars
b) Megabytes (MB)
c) Flowers
d) Smiles -
Computer networks can be wired or __________.
a) Tired
b) Wireless
c) Shiny
d) Loud -
Networking makes easy __________ to information possible.
a) Escape
b) Access
c) Entry
d) Jump -
Disagreeing with “Networking does not make easy access to information possible” is __________.
a) True
b) False
c) Maybe
d) Always
