ICT-Lab Notes (MCQs , Short Ques & Long Ques)
Multiple Choice Questions
1. Which shortcut is used to bold text in MS Word?
a) Ctrl + U b) Ctrl + B c) Ctrl + I d) Ctrl + P
2. Which function in Excel returns the average of a range?
a) SUM b) AVERAGE c) COUNT d) MAX
3. In PowerPoint, which tab allows you to add animations?
a) Insert b) Home c) Transitions d) Animations
4. What is the default file extension of an MS Word document?
a) .pptx b) .xlsx c) .docx d) .txt
5. Which component is responsible for processing data in a computer?
a) RAM b) CPU c) Hard Disk d) Monitor
6. Which command is used to combine text from different rows in Word for letters?
a) Insert Table b) Mail Merge c) Format Painter d) Merge Cells
7. Which of the following is not a type of chart in Excel?
a) Line b) Pie c) Bar d) Slide
8. Which file extension is used for PowerPoint presentations?
a) .docx b) .xlsx c) .pptx d) .mdb
9. Which key is used to create a new slide in PowerPoint?
a) Ctrl + N b) Ctrl + M c) Ctrl + Shift + N d) Ctrl + P
10. What does RAM stand for?
a) Read Access Memory b) Random Access Memory c) Ready and Manageable d) Remote
Access
Method
11. Which feature allows automatic numbering in Word?
a) AutoText b) Numbering c) Bullets d) Format Painter
12. What does the '=SUM(A1:A5)' formula do in Excel?
a) Counts values b) Adds values c) Multiplies values d) Finds average
13. Which view is used to see all slides in PowerPoint at once?
a) Slide Sorter b) Normal c) Slide Show d) Reading
14. Which storage device has the largest capacity?
a) CD b) Hard Disk c) Pen Drive d) Floppy
15. What is used to connect your computer to the internet?
a) USB b) Scanner c) Modem d) Monitor
16. Shortcut to save a document in MS Word is:
a) Ctrl + S b) Ctrl + A c) Ctrl + N d) Ctrl + C
17. Which function is used in Excel to count only numeric entries?
a) COUNTA b) COUNTIF c) COUNT d) SUMIF
18. In PowerPoint, what is the use of Slide Master?
a) Add animations b) Insert video c) Set default design d) Add transitions
19. What is the purpose of Recycle Bin in Windows?
a) Restore deleted files b) Store documents c) Clean RAM d) Backup system
20. Which of these is not an input device?
a) Mouse b) Keyboard c) Scanner d) Projector
Short Questions
1. Write steps to insert a table and apply borders in MS Word.
Answer: Go to the Insert tab → click Table → select the size. To apply borders, click on the
table → go to the Design tab under Table Tools → choose Borders.
2. Explain how to use IF function in MS Excel with an example.
Answer: The IF function checks a condition. Example: =IF(A1>50, "Pass", "Fail") – if A1 is
greater than 50, it shows “Pass”, otherwise “Fail”.
3. List and describe any five components of a computer system.
Answer:
1. CPU – Processes data
2. Monitor – Displays output
3. Keyboard – Input device
4. Mouse – Navigates the interface
5. RAM – Temporary memory
4. How can you add a chart in MS Excel?
Answer: Select the data → go to Insert tab → choose a chart type (e.g., column, pie).
5. Describe the difference between transition and animation in PowerPoint.
Answer: Transitions apply effects when switching slides; animations apply to objects on a slide
like text or images.
6. What are the basic components of a professional email? Write an example.
Answer: Subject, greeting, body, closing, signature.
Example:
Subject: Meeting Reminder
Body: Kindly attend the meeting at 10 AM. Regards, [Your Name]
7. List 5 useful keyboard shortcuts in MS Word with their functions.
Answer:
Ctrl + B: Bold
Ctrl + U: Underline
Ctrl + C: Copy
Ctrl + V: Paste
Ctrl + S: Save
8. Explain how to create a bar chart in Excel using student marks data.
Answer: Enter names and marks → select data → go to Insert tab → choose Bar Chart.
9. What are the differences between Save and Save As?
Answer: Save updates the current file; Save As saves a new copy with a different name or
location.
10. Explain how to format text using bold, italic, underline, and font styles in MS Word.
Answer: Select the text → use toolbar to apply B (bold), I (italic), U (underline), and choose a
font from the font dropdown.
11. Describe any three types of data that can be inserted into a PowerPoint slide.
Answer:
Text
Images
Charts
12. Write steps to send an email with an attachment using Gmail.
Answer: Login → click Compose → enter email details → click Attach icon → select file →
click Send.
13. What does ICT stand for?
Answer: ICT stands for Information and Communication Technology. It includes all
technologies used to handle telecommunications, broadcast media, audio-visual processing, and
network-based control and monitoring.
14. Name any two input devices.
Answer:
Keyboard – used to type text and commands into the computer.
Mouse – used to control the pointer and interact with on-screen elements.
15. What is the function of a CPU in a computer?
Answer: The CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the brain of the computer. It carries out
instructions of programs by performing basic arithmetic and logic operations.
16. Define software and give one example.
Answer: Software is a set of instructions or programs that tell a computer what to do. Example:
MS Word for word processing.
17. What is an operating system?
Answer: An operating system (OS) is system software that manages computer hardware,
software resources, and provides services for application programs. Example: Windows.
18. Name any two types of computer memory.
Answer:
RAM (Random Access Memory) – temporary memory used during processing.
ROM (Read-Only Memory) – permanent memory used to store boot-up instructions.
19. What is the use of a printer in a computer lab?
Answer: A printer is used to produce a hard copy (paper version) of digital documents,
assignments, and images.
20. What is the full form of WWW?
Answer: WWW stands for World Wide Web. It is a system of internet servers that support
specially formatted documents linked through hyperlinks.
21. Define the term 'internet'.
Answer: The internet is a global network that connects millions of computers and allows the
sharing of data, information, and communication across the world.
22. Name any two web browsers.
Answer:
Google Chrome – a fast and popular browser by Google.
Mozilla Firefox – an open-source browser known for security features.
23. What is a computer network?
Answer: A computer network is a group of computers linked together to share resources, files,
and internet connections.
24. Define email.
Answer: Email (electronic mail) is a digital service that allows users to send and receive text
messages, documents, and multimedia over the internet.
25. What is the use of MS Word?
Answer: MS Word is a word processor used to create, format, and edit documents such as
letters, resumes, and reports.
26. Name two spreadsheet software.
Answer:
MS Excel – a Microsoft product used for data calculations and analysis.
Google Sheets – a web-based spreadsheet program by Google.
27. What is the function of a scanner?
Answer: A scanner converts printed documents and photos into digital format so they can be
stored, edited, or emailed.
28. What do you understand by data and information?
Answer:
Data refers to raw facts and figures.
Information is processed data that is meaningful and useful.
29. What is a file and folder?
Answer:
A file stores digital information (e.g., document, image).
A folder helps organize files into groups.
30. Define the term 'database'.
Answer: A database is an organized collection of data stored electronically, usually managed by
database software like MS Access or MySQL.
31. Name any two programming languages.
Answer:
Python – an easy-to-learn high-level language.
Java – used for building web and mobile applications.
32. What is cybersecurity?
Answer: Cybersecurity involves protecting computer systems, networks, and data from
unauthorized access, attacks, or damage.
33. What is a topology in computer networking?
Answer: Topology refers to the layout or structure of how computers are connected in a network
(physically or logically).
34. Name any two types of network topologies.
Answer:
Star Topology – devices connected to a central hub.
Bus Topology – all devices share a single communication line.
35. What is a star topology?
Answer: In a star topology, each device connects individually to a central hub or switch. It’s
easy to manage and expand.
36. What is a bus topology?
Answer: In a bus topology, all devices share a single central cable. It’s simple and cost-effective
for small networks.
37. Define a computer network and its uses.
Answer: A computer network connects multiple devices to share resources like printers, files,
and internet access.
38. What is the difference between LAN and WAN?
Answer:
LAN (Local Area Network) covers a small area like a building.
WAN (Wide Area Network) covers large areas like cities or countries.
39. Name any three input devices and explain their use.
Answer:
Keyboard – enters text and numbers
Mouse – navigates and selects on-screen items
Scanner – digitizes physical documents
40. Name any three output devices and explain their use.
Answer:
Monitor – displays visuals
Printer – provides printed output
Speakers – play audio
41. What is the function of a modem in a network?
Answer: A modem modulates and demodulates signals for internet connectivity, allowing
communication between digital devices and the ISP.
42. What is a router and what does it do in a network?
Answer: A router connects different networks and directs data between them, allowing multiple
devices to share one internet connection.
