Second Term Revision Computer Studies Primary 3 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 11

Primary 3 Computer Studies ICT

Second Term Lesson Notes

Week 11

Subject: Computer Studies ICT

Class: Primary 3

Term: Second Term

Week: 11

Age: 8-9 years

Topic: Second Term Revision

Behavioral Objectives:

By the end of this revision, pupils should be able to:

1. Recall key points from all topics covered this term.
2. Answer questions based on the term’s lessons.
3. Correctly respond to True/False, objective, and short-answer questions.

Set Induction:

• Begin by asking pupils to name some of the topics they remember from this term.
• Explain that today’s lesson is a review to prepare for the upcoming exams.

Part A: 20 FAQ with Answers

1. What is software?
   Answer: Software is a program that tells the computer what to do.
2. What is hardware?
   Answer: Hardware is the physical parts of a computer.
3. Give two examples of software.
   Answer: Microsoft Word and Encarta.
4. What is the full meaning of CPU?
   Answer: Central Processing Unit.
5. What are the three units of the CPU?
   Answer: Control Unit, Arithmetic Logic Unit, and Storage Unit.
6. What is the function of the Control Unit?
   Answer: It directs the flow of information in the computer.
7. What does the ALU do?
   Answer: It performs calculations and logical operations.
8. Give two examples of input devices.
   Answer: Keyboard and mouse.
9. What are the steps to launch Microsoft Word?
   Answer: Turn on the computer, click Start, search for Microsoft Word, and click to open.
10. What is Encarta used for?
    Answer: Encarta is used for learning and finding information.
11. What is the use of Mavis Beacon?
    Answer: Mavis Beacon helps to learn how to type faster.
12. What is an example of system games?
    Answer: Chess.
13. What are the two types of memory in the computer?
    Answer: Primary memory and secondary memory.
14. What is the function of the storage unit?
    Answer: It stores information for future use.
15. What is the function of a printer?
    Answer: A printer prints documents from a computer.
16. Name one example of an output device.
    Answer: Monitor.
17. Why do we save documents in Microsoft Word?
    Answer: To avoid losing our work.
18. What is the keyboard used for?
    Answer: The keyboard is used for typing.
19. What does the mouse help to do?
    Answer: The mouse helps to point and click.
20. What are system applications?
    Answer: They are programs like Microsoft Word and Encarta that help us work on the computer.

Part B: 20 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions (Objective)

1. A ________ is used for typing on a computer.
   a) Keyboard
   b) Mouse
   c) Monitor
   d) Speaker
2. The CPU means ________.
   a) Central Processing Unit
   b) Central Printing Unit
   c) Control Processing Unit
   d) Computer Processing Unit
3. ________ is an example of software.
   a) Keyboard
   b) Microsoft Word
   c) Mouse
   d) Printer
4. The Control Unit ________ the computer.
   a) Directs
   b) Paints
   c) Prints
   d) Deletes
5. The ________ performs calculations.
   a) Keyboard
   b) Monitor
   c) ALU
   d) Printer
6. A mouse is an example of an ________ device.
   a) Output
   b) Input
   c) Storage
   d) Control
7. ________ helps to learn typing faster.
   a) Encarta
   b) Mavis Beacon
   c) Microsoft Word
   d) Mouse
8. The printer is an example of an ________ device.
   a) Input
   b) Output
   c) Storage
   d) Software
9. Microsoft Word is used for ________.
   a) Typing
   b) Drawing
   c) Playing
   d) Cooking
10. To open Microsoft Word, first click the ________ button.
    a) Save
    b) Start
    c) Print
    d) Edit

Part C: 20 Short Answer Questions (Theory)

1. What is the function of the CPU?
2. Name three units of the CPU.
3. What does the Control Unit do?
4. Give two examples of input devices.
5. What is an example of software?
6. What does ALU stand for?
7. What is the use of Encarta?
8. Name two uses of Microsoft Word.
9. Why is it important to save documents?
10. What are system applications?
11. Name two examples of output devices.
12. What is the main purpose of a mouse?
13. What is the full meaning of CPU?
14. What is the primary function of storage devices?
15. Give one reason why we use printers.
16. Name one example of hardware.
17. What is the purpose of Mavis Beacon?
18. What device is used to display information on the screen?
19. What are the steps to launch Microsoft Word?
20. What is the keyboard used for?

Part D: 20 True or False Questions

1. Microsoft Word is used for typing documents. (True)
2. The CPU performs cooking tasks. (False)
3. A keyboard is an input device. (True)
4. The monitor is an example of a storage device. (False)
5. Mavis Beacon is used for typing practice. (True)
6. The ALU performs mathematical operations. (True)
7. Encarta is a type of output device. (False)
8. A printer is an example of hardware. (True)
9. Software is the physical part of the computer. (False)
10. The Control Unit directs information flow in the CPU. (True)
11. A mouse can be used to print documents. (False)
12. Saving documents is unnecessary. (False)
13. Microsoft Word is part of the Microsoft Office package. (True)
14. The Start button is used to shut down the computer. (False)
15. A monitor displays what is happening on the computer. (True)
16. The ALU stands for Arithmetic Logical Unit. (True)
17. The CPU is the brain of the computer. (True)
18. Input devices send data to the computer. (True)
19. The printer is used to save documents. (False)
20. System applications help us work on a computer. (True)

Part E: 20 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions (Without Options)

1. ________ is the physical part of a computer.
2. ________ is used for typing documents.
3. The CPU is called the ________ of the computer.
4. The ALU performs ________ and logical operations.
5. ________ helps to point and click.
6. The monitor shows ________ on the screen.
7. ________ helps to learn how to type faster.
8. Encarta is used for ________.
9. A printer is an example of ________ hardware.
10. To open Microsoft Word, click the ________ button.
11. Microsoft Word is a ________ processing program.
12. The ________ Unit stores data in the CPU.
13. The Control Unit directs ________ flow in the computer.
14. ________ is a type of application used for typing.
15. A mouse is an example of an ________ device.
16. The CPU has ________ main units.
17. ________ devices send data into the computer.
18. A printer is used to ________ documents.
19. The keyboard is used for ________.
20. The Start menu helps to ________ programs.

This structured revision ensures pupils grasp all key concepts covered during the term. It provides varied question formats for effective learning and exam preparation.