This Grade 8 ICT worksheet focuses on essential computer skills, including formatting date, time, and currency, managing file attributes, and troubleshooting hardware and software issues. It provides step-by-step guidance for solving common computer problems, making it an excellent resource for students to build a strong foundation in information and communication technology.

The worksheet covers practical topics like file searching, understanding computer ports, and resolving network connection failures. With clear explanations and activities, it helps Grade 8 students develop problem-solving skills and technical knowledge. This resource is perfect for enhancing ICT literacy and preparing students for real-world computer usage and troubleshooting scenarios.

Grade 8, ICT, Configuring and Formatting a Computer, Worksheet

Exercise 1: Choose the correct answer.

1. What is the purpose of the 'Repair' option in the operating system?

B) To fix issues with the operating system without reinstalling it
A) To delete the operating system
C) To increase the operating system's performance
D) To change the operating system's compatibility

2. What is the purpose of searching for files in an operating system?

D) To change the file's attributes
C) To delete files
B) To locate files when the name or location is unknown
A) To increase the file size

3. What is the purpose of an RJ45 Ethernet port?

A) To connect a monitor
D) To connect a printer
C) To connect a network cable
B) To connect a keyboard

4. What is the purpose of an HD Audio port?

B) To connect a keyboard
C) To connect a network cable
D) To connect high-quality sound devices
A) To connect a monitor

5. What is the purpose of formatting numbers and currency on a computer?

B) To ensure compatibility with international standards
C) To increase the computer's storage capacity
D) To enhance the computer's graphics
A) To improve the computer's performance

6. What is the first step in troubleshooting a non-functioning keyboard or mouse?

C) Reinstall the operating system
D) Check the network connection
A) Replace the keyboard or mouse
B) Restart the computer

7. What should you do if the network connection fails?

A) Replace the computer's motherboard
C) Reinstall the operating system
D) Replace the computer's hard drive
B) Check the RJ45 Ethernet cable and connection

8. What is the purpose of the 'Troubleshoot problems' option in the operating system?

A) To increase the computer's performance
B) To fix issues with the computer's hardware
D) To improve the computer's graphics
C) To fix issues with the computer's software

9. What is a computer virus?

B) A malicious code that harms the computer system and replicates itself
A) A type of hardware malfunction
C) A type of software that improves computer performance
D) A type of network connection

10. What is the purpose of the 'PC mode' in Windows 10?

B) To show the desktop icons
A) To hide the desktop icons
D) To change the computer's settings
C) To increase the computer's performance

11. What is the purpose of the 'Refresh' option in Windows 10?

C) To refresh the desktop icons
A) To hide the desktop icons
B) To show the desktop icons
D) To change the computer's settings

12. What is the first step in troubleshooting application software that does not run?

D) Scan the computer for viruses
A) Reinstall the operating system
C) Replace the computer's hardware
B) Close and reopen the application

13. What is the purpose of the 'Repair' option in application software?

D) To change the software's compatibility
C) To increase the software's performance
A) To delete the software
B) To fix issues with the software without reinstalling it

14. What should you do if the desktop icons are not visible in Windows 10?

D) Replace the computer's graphics card
C) Reinstall the operating system
B) Check if the system is in Tablet mode and switch to PC mode
A) Replace the computer's monitor

15. What does the file extension indicate?

A) The size of the file
C) The date the file was created
D) The location of the file
B) The type of the file

16. What is the purpose of a Micro USB port?

B) To connect smart devices such as mobile phones and digital cameras
C) To connect a network cable
A) To connect a monitor
D) To connect a printer

17. What is the importance of maintaining the correct date and time in a computer?

C) It increases the computer's storage capacity
A) It helps in improving the computer's performance
B) It is used for file saving, searching, and sending reminders
D) It enhances the computer's graphics

18. What is the purpose of file attributes?

A) To increase the file size
C) To change the file's location
B) To provide details about the file, such as its type, size, and creation date
D) To delete the file

19. What should you do if the monitor does not display anything?

D) Replace the computer's CPU
A) Replace the monitor
B) Check the power button and cables connecting the monitor
C) Reinstall the operating system

20. What is the default currency setting of a computer?

B) The currency of the country where the operating system was produced
A) The currency of the country where the computer is used
C) The currency of the user's choice
D) The currency of the United States

21. What is the purpose of the 'Sort by' option in Windows 10?

D) To change the computer's settings
C) To sort the desktop icons
A) To hide the desktop icons
B) To show the desktop icons

22. Why is it important to set the correct date and time on a computer?

B) To ensure proper functioning of file saving, searching, and reminders
C) To increase the computer's storage capacity
D) To enhance the computer's graphics performance
A) To improve internet speed

23. What is the purpose of the 'View' menu in Windows 10?

D) To change the computer's settings
B) To show the desktop icons
A) To hide the desktop icons
C) To increase the computer's performance

24. What is the purpose of an SD card reader?

C) To connect an SD card
A) To connect a monitor
D) To connect a printer
B) To connect a keyboard

25. What is the purpose of the 'Disk Cleanup' tool in the operating system?

B) To remove unnecessary files from the hard disk
C) To change the computer's settings
D) To improve the computer's graphics
A) To increase the computer's performance

26. What should you do first if the computer does not function when the power button is pressed?

B) Check the power supply cables and connections
D) Replace the computer's hard drive
C) Reinstall the operating system
A) Replace the computer's motherboard

27. What is the default currency setting of a computer based on?

C) The country where the computer is used
A) The user's preference
B) The country where the operating system was produced
D) The currency of the United States

28. What is the purpose of file permission attributes?

C) To change the file's location
D) To delete the file
A) To increase the file size
B) To provide details about the file and control access

29. What is the purpose of a USB port?

B) To connect devices with USB type connections
C) To connect a network cable
A) To connect a monitor
D) To connect a printer

30. What is the first step in troubleshooting faulty speakers?

A) Replace the speakers
C) Reinstall the operating system
B) Check the volume settings and cables
D) Replace the computer's sound card

31. What is the purpose of file extensions?

A) To indicate the size of the file
B) To indicate the type of the file
D) To indicate the location of the file
C) To indicate the date the file was created

32. How can files be searched in an operating system?

B) By file color or size
C) By the user's name
A) By file name, file extension, or date saved
D) By the file's content only

33. What is the purpose of a Display port?

C) To connect a network cable
A) To connect a monitor
B) To connect a keyboard
D) To connect a printer

34. What is the purpose of the 'Tablet mode' in Windows 10?

C) To increase the computer's performance
A) To hide the desktop icons
B) To show the desktop icons
D) To change the computer's settings

35. What is the purpose of setting the correct time zone on a computer?

B) To align with international standards for legal, commercial, and social purposes
A) To improve the computer's processing speed
C) To increase the computer's battery life
D) To enhance the computer's security features

36. What is the purpose of time zones in a computer?

A) To improve the computer's processing speed
D) To enhance the computer's security features
B) To align with international standards for legal, commercial, and social purposes
C) To increase the computer's battery life

37. What could be a drawback of not having the correct currency and number formats on a computer?

D) The computer's screen may display incorrectly
A) The computer may run slower
B) It could cause issues when working with the internet
C) The computer's hardware may malfunction

38. What should you check if an application software is not functioning correctly?

C) The computer's monitor settings
A) The computer's power supply
B) The software's compatibility with the operating system
D) The computer's network connection

39. What is the purpose of the 'Show desktop icons' option in Windows 10?

C) To increase the computer's performance
D) To change the computer's settings
B) To show the desktop icons
A) To hide the desktop icons

40. What is the first step in troubleshooting a slow computer?

D) Replace the computer's CPU
C) Reinstall the operating system
A) Replace the computer's hard drive
B) Close unnecessary startup programs

41. What is an example of application software?

D) BIOS
B) MS Word
A) Operating system
C) Computer hardware

42. What is the purpose of the 'Auto arrange icons' option in Windows 10?

A) To hide the desktop icons
D) To change the computer's settings
B) To show the desktop icons
C) To automatically arrange the desktop icons

43. Which port is used to connect a monitor with a VGA connection?

B) USB port
D) RJ45 Ethernet port
A) HDMI port
C) VGA port

44. What is the purpose of the 'Reinstall' option in the operating system?

D) To change the operating system's compatibility
A) To delete the operating system
B) To fix issues with the operating system by reinstalling it
C) To increase the operating system's performance

45. What is the purpose of scanning the computer with antivirus software?

C) To change the computer's settings
B) To detect and remove malicious software
D) To improve the computer's graphics
A) To increase the computer's performance

46. Which of the following is NOT a file attribute?

D) File creation date
B) File size
A) File type
C) File color

47. What should you do if the trial period of software has expired?

A) Continue using the software without any changes
C) Reinstall the operating system
D) Replace the computer's hardware
B) Purchase a license or uninstall the software

48. What is the purpose of an eSata port?

D) To connect a printer
A) To connect a monitor
B) To connect external storage devices
C) To connect a network cable

49. What is the purpose of an HDMI port?

A) To connect a keyboard
C) To connect a printer
B) To connect a monitor or television and transmit both audio and video
D) To connect a network cable

50. What is the advantage of file permission attributes?

C) They change the file's location
B) They allow the file to be hidden or made read-only
D) They delete the file
A) They increase the file size