Computer Studies (2025) - Topic 4: Computer Booting and Shutdown
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Section A: Objective Questions (10 Marks)
Instructions: Answer all questions. Each question carries 1 mark.
1. The process of starting a computer from a powered-off state is called:
a) Warm booting
b) Cold booting
c) Restarting
d) Hibernating
Answer: b) Cold booting
2. Which of these is the correct shutdown sequence?
a) Press power button → Unplug
b) Start menu → Shut down
c) Close lid → Force shutdown
d) Remove battery
Answer: b) Start menu → Shut down
3. The basic computer operation cycle is:
a) Input → Output → Process
b) Input → Process → Output
c) Output → Input → Process
d) Process → Input → Output
Answer: b) Input → Process → Output
4. Which of these is NOT part of the booting process?
a) BIOS loading
b) OS loading
c) Formatting hard disk
d) Hardware check
Answer: c) Formatting hard disk
5. The small pictures on the desktop representing programs/files are called:
a) Widgets
b) Icons
c) Thumbnails
d) Shortcuts
Answer: b) Icons
6. To restart a computer without turning it off completely is called:
a) Cold boot
b) Warm boot
c) Soft boot
d) Hard boot
Answer: b) Warm boot
7. Which key combination opens the Task Manager in Windows?
a) Ctrl+Alt+Delete
b) Shift+Esc
c) Alt+F4
d) Windows+R
Answer: a) Ctrl+Alt+Delete
8. The first screen you see after logging into your computer is called the:
a) Home screen
b) Desktop
c) Start menu
d) Dashboard
Answer: b) Desktop
9. Which of these operations comes first in the booting process?
a) Loading applications
b) Power-on self-test (POST)
c) Connecting to internet
d) Opening documents
Answer: b) Power-on self-test (POST)
10. To properly shut down a computer, you should:
a) Pull the power plug
b) Use the operating system's shutdown option
c) Hold the power button for 10 seconds
d) Close all applications without saving
Answer: b) Use the operating system's shutdown option
Section B: Theory Questions (10 Marks)
Question 1:
a) Describe the booting process of a computer. (5 marks)
b) List five common desktop icons and their functions. (5 marks)
Mark Scheme:
Part Expected Answer Marks
a) 1. Power-on self-test (POST) checks hardware
2. BIOS loads
3. Bootloader activates
4. Operating system loads
5. User login screen appears | 1 mark per step (Total: 5)
b) | 1. Recycle Bin - Stores deleted files
6. My Computer - Access storage devices
7. Network - View network connections
8. Documents - Access user files
9. Browser - Quick internet access | 1 mark per icon+function (Total: 5)
Question 2:
Explain three proper computer shutdown procedures and why they're important. (6 marks)
Mark Scheme:
Procedure Importance Marks
1. Save all work | Prevents data loss | 2 marks
2. Close all applications | Avoids file corruption | 2 marks
3. Use OS shutdown option | Ensures proper system closure | 2 marks
Exam Success Tips
For Objective Questions:
Remember key terms:
o Cold boot = From powered-off state
o Warm boot = Restart without full power-off
o The boot sequence always starts with POST
For Theory Questions:
Use numbered steps for processes (e.g., booting sequence).
Pair icons with their specific functions (e.g., Recycle Bin ≠ Trash).
