Year 8C2 Computing September Assessment

What type of device is a keyboard?

What type of device is a CD?

What is the primary software used for creating a spreadsheet?

What does a cell reference in a spreadsheet typically consist of?

What is programming primarily considered as?

Before flashing a program onto the Micro:bit, what must be done first?

Which programming languages can be used to program the BBC Micro:bit?

What symbol is commonly used to denote addition in programming?

Input and Storage Devices

A keyboard is classified as an input device, enabling users to enter data and commands into a computer.
A CD (Compact Disc) is categorized as a storage device, used primarily for storing digital data, audio, and video.

Software and Spreadsheet Functionality

The primary software used for creating spreadsheets is spreadsheet software, with popular examples including Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
A cell reference in a spreadsheet typically consists of a column letter and a row number, such as A1 or B2.

Programming Fundamentals

Programming is primarily considered as the process of designing and building executable computer software to accomplish a specific task or solve problems.

Micro:bit Programming and Preparation

Before flashing (uploading) a program onto the Micro:bit, the device must be connected to a computer via USB to ensure proper communication and power supply.
Various programming languages can be utilized to program the BBC Micro:bit, including JavaScript, Python, and MakeCode.

Mathematical Operations in Programming

In programming, the symbol commonly used to denote addition is the plus sign (+), representing the operation of summing values.

This quiz is designed to assess Year 8 students on basic computing concepts, focusing on device types such as input, output, and storage. The assessment includes various questions aimed at testing students' understanding of these fundamental concepts in technology. The total marks for this quiz are 47.