Computer Studies – Question Paper
Class: 8 Max Marks: 50 Time: 1 Hour
• Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (1 × 10 = 10 marks)
Choose the correct answer
1. A __________ stores data in several tables that are linked through a common field.
a. Web page b. Relational database c. Data engine
2. A __________ has complete control over a database.
a. Data administrator b. Developer c. User
3. A set of characters that represents a valid value is called:
a. Value b. Position c. Data
4. To retrieve filtered data from a database, __________ are used.
a. Tables b. Records c. Queries
5. __________ is an example of a relational database.
a. MySQL b. Python c. C++
6. A field’s __________ determines what type of data you can enter into it.
a. Value b. Style c. Data type
7. Which data type generates a sequential number automatically for each record?
a. Short Text b. AutoNumber c. Number
8. A field name can start with the __________ symbol.
a. Brackets ( [ ] ) b. Underscore ( _ ) c. Period ( . )
9. What is the maximum number of characters allowed in a field name?
a. 62 b. 64 c. 46
10. Which tab contains the Sort & Filter group in MS Access?
a. Home b. Fields c. Create
• Section B: Fill in the Blanks (1 × 5 = 5 marks)
Fill in the blanks with correct words.
1. In the __________ column, you can type a description for each field.
2. __________ data type is used for descriptive fields.
3. __________ property is used to specify the maximum size for the data stored.
4. You can view specific records in datasheet view using the __________ option.
5. __________ means to arrange the data in ascending or descending order.
• Section C: True or False (1 × 5 = 5 marks)
Write T for True and F for False.
1. A field name can start with a digit.
2. You can change the sequence of fields in a table after creating it.
3. MySQL is a programming language.
4. A primary key can have duplicate values.
5. Filter option helps to retrieve specific records from a table.
• Section D:Long Answer Questions (2 × 10 = 30 marks)
Answer the following questions in brief.
1. Define RDBMS. Write any two examples of RDBMS.
2. Explain fields and records in a table with one example.
3. Write two advantages of using a DBMS.
4. Define the AutoNumber data type. Where is it used?
5. Name the different views of a table in MS Access 2019.
6. Write different ways to create a table in Access.
7. Define a primary key.
8. Define the AutoNumber data type.
9. Define the field properties in a table.
10. Diffident between field data base and rational data base.
Instructions:
Answer all questions.
Neat and clean handwriting is expected.
Write section-wise answers clearly.
