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INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
BECE 2011
PAPER 1
OBJECTIVE TEST
Answer all questions
1. The most common means by which data are input into the computer is through
the
A. mouse
B. keyboard
C. microphone
D. joystick
2. Computer devices such as mouse, trackpad and joystick are referred to as

A. output devices
B. pointing devices
C. standard devices
D. internal devices
3. The flat panel screen is also known as

A. LCD
B. VCD
C. CRT
D. OCR
4. Which of the following is a storage medium?

A. Mouse
B. Printer
C. Keyboard
D. Flash memory
5. The two components of the personal computer main memory are

A. RAM and CU
B. RAM and ROM
C. ROM and CU
D. ALU and CU
6. Which of the following devices has the largest storage capacity?

A. Digital Versatile Disc
B. Compact Disc
C. Floppy disk
D. Hard Disk
7. The process that starts an operating system when a computer system is turned on
is referred to as
A. loading
B. start up
C. booting
D. shut down
8. Which of the following statements is not true?

A. Remove all removable storage media or device from the system unit when
switching on a computer.
B. Shut down a computer system before removing the electric power supply
C. Random access memory is part of main memory
D. The application software must be loaded before an operating system can
be loaded when a computer system is switched on.
9. GUI stands for

A. Grand User Interface
B. General User Interface
C. Graphic User Interface
D. Graphical User Interrupt
10. The software that manages the communication between the hardware and the
application software of a computer system is called
A. open office
B. Microsoft office
C. operating system
D. internet
11. Windows organizes information on computers using a

A. directory
B. folder
C. subdirectory
D. disk
12. Which of the following are valid folder names?

I. Black/Stars
II. Black : Stars
III. Black_Stars
IV. Black Stars
A. I and II only
B. II and III only
C. III and IV only
D. II and IV only
Use the following information to answer Question 13
I. Processing
II. Data
III. Information
13. The sequence of the stages in the information processing cycle is

A. I, II and III
B. II, III and I
C. II, I and III
D. III, I and II
14. Which of the following is not a safety measure to consider in the ICT environment?
A. Not overloading a socket
B. Sitting in a correct posture behind the computer
C. Allowing the battery of a laptop to run-down before charging
D. Avoid plugging computers in damaged sockets
15. The legal right to control the production and selling of a book, play, film and
software is known as
A. production right
B. copyright
C. trade mark
D. patent
16. Which of the following can bring enhanced learning experience to the classroom
through the use of pictures, videos and sound?
A. Software application
B. Multimedia software
C. Learning software
D. Teaching and learning software
17. Which of the following is an effect of a loud ringing tone of a mobile phone?
A. Wrist pain
B. Neck pain
C. Headache
D. Hearing impairment
18. To which of the following activities is ICT useful?

I. Education
II. Farming
III. Medicine
A. I and II only
B. I and III only
C. II and III only
D. I, II and III
19. Which of the following keys are frequently used in our daily typing work on a
computer system?
I. Enter key
II. Space Bar
III. Print Screen
IV. Delete Key
A. I, II, III and IV

B. I, II and III only
C. I, II and IV only
D. II, III and IV only
20. During typing lessons, computer users are supposed to use

A. 5 fingers
B. 6 fingers
C. 8 fingers
D. 10 fingers
21. The most appropriate finger required to type the letter F on a standard QWERTY
computer keyboard is the
A. left middle finger
B. right middle finger
C. left index finger
D. right index finger
22. In the absence of a mouse, which of the following devices could be used to perform
its functions?
A. Scanner
B. Webcam
C. Keyboard
D. Microphone
23. In typing a class assignment given by a Ghanaian Language teacher using the
computer, which of the following application programs will be appropriate to use
by the student?
A. Spread sheet program
B. Word processing program
C. Database program
D. Graphical program
24. A key on a keyboard of a computer has two symbols on it, top and down. Which of
the following procedures will be appropriate to use to get the top key?
A. Hold down the Shift key and press the identified
B. Hold down the Alt key and press the identified key
C. Hold down the Ctrl key and press the identified key
D. Hold down the Del key and press the identified key
25. To save a previously saved document under a new name, use the
A. save command
B. rename command
C. resave command
D. save as command
26. To bold a text in a word processing environment, first select the text, then use the
shortcut keys
A. Ctrl + B
B. Shift + B
C. Alt + B
D. Insert + B
27. The symbols B, I, U are commonly used buttons found on the

A. standard toolbar
B. menu bar
C. formatting toolbar
D. drawing toolbar
28. Which of the following is not a tool on the drawing toolbar?

A. Arc
B. Oval
C. Drop cap
D. Lines
29. Which of the following is not a toolbar?

A. Drawing toolbar
B. Picture toolbar
C. Word Art toolbar
D. Word Wrap toolbar
30. Lines, block arrows and flowcharts are located on the

A. drawing toolbar
B. standard toolbar
C. formatting toolbar
D. menu bar
31. The default orientation for a word processing document is

A. landscape
B. portrait
C. legal
D. A4
32. To preview a document before printing is necessary because

A. it displays the name of the document
B. it displays how the document will look like after printing
C. it displays copy and paste of the document
D. it formats the document
33. A computer program that enables users to surf the internet is known as
A. internet surfer
B. internet browser
C. web surfer
D. web navigator
34. A teacher using the internet decided to send an electronic mail to Junior High
School Students in Ghana. Which of the following will the teacher use to
accomplish his/her mission?
A. Website address
B. Data file address
C. E-mail address
D. Modern address
35. In e-mail context, what does Bcc stand for?

A. Blank carbon copy
B. Bulk carbon copy
C. Blind carbon copy
D. Backup carbon copy
36. The worldwide network that makes electronic information available to users is
also known as
A. site
B. web
C. browser
D. map
37. Transferring data from a remote computer to a local computer is referred to as

A. downloading
B. downlinking
C. uploading
D. uplinking
38. A tool for locating information on the internet is the

A. universal engine
B. database engine
C. search engine
D. deep web
39. A mathematical calculation in a spreadsheet is called

A. label
B. formula
C. number
D. value
40. Which of the following features in a browser enables users to fetch the latest copy
of a web page?
A. Refresh
B. Forward
C. Backward
D. Stop
END OF OBJECTIVE TEST

OBJECTIVE TEST
ANSWERS
1. B. keyboard
2. B. Pointing devices
3. A. LCD
4. D. Flash memory
5. B. RAM and ROM
6. D. Hard disk
7. C. booting
8. D. The application software must be loaded before an operating system can

be loaded when a computer system is switched on
9. C. Graphic User Interface
10. C. operating system
11. A. directory
12. C. III and IV only
13. C. II, I and III
14. C. Allowing the battery of a laptop to run-down before charging
15. B. copyright
16. B. Multimedia software
17. D. Hearing impairment
18. D. I, II and III
19. C. I, II and IV only
20. D. 10 fingers
21. C. left index finger
22. C. Keyboard
23. B. Word processing program
24. A. Hold down the Shift key and press the identified key
25. D. save as command
26. A. Ctrl + B
27. C. formatting toolbar
28. C. Drop cap
29. D. Word Wrap toolbar
30. A. drawing toolbar
31. B. portrait
32. B. it displays how the document will look like after printing
33. B. internet browser
34. C. E-mail address
35. C. Blind carbon copy
36. B. web
37. A. downloading
38. C. search engine
39. B. formula
40. A. Refresh
BECE 2011
PAPER 2
ESSAY
SECTION A
Answer Question 1
[Compulsory]
1. (a) Study the diagram below carefully and answer the questions that follow:
(i) What is the name of the application program used to create the
above file?
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(ii) Give the file name of the application program above

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(iii) Name the parts labelled A, B, C, D, E and F in the diagram
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(iv) State the functions for B and C in (a) above.
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(b) List the steps (in the right order) involved in switching on a personal
computer system
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(c) Identify the following ICT tools:

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SECTION B
Answer three questions only from this section
2. (a) What is:

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(i) Output device:

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(b) Classify the following into either input or output device in the table
below:
(i) Microphone
(ii) Joystick
(iii) Webcam
(iv) Plotter
(v) Scanner
(vi) Mouse
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3. (a) Explain the term desktop as used in the personal computer environment
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(b) List three areas of learning where information and communication

technology tools can be integrated
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(c) List two tools on the formatting toolbar of a word processing application
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(d) State two benefits associated with the use of information and
communication tools in teaching and learning
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4. (a) (i) What is internet?

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(b) (i) What is a web browser?

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(ii) Give two examples of a web browser?

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5. Explain the following terminologies:

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END OF ESSAY TEST

ESSAY
ANSWERS
1. (a) (i) Name of the application program:
WordPad
(ii) Name of the file opened:

WAEC EXAMINATION
(iii) The parts labeled are:

A. Document Area / Text Area
B. Formatting Toolbar
C. Title bar
D. Menu bar
E. Standard toolbar
F. Ruler
(iv) Functions of B. (Formatting Toolbar):

• It has tools used to change the appearance of text in a document.
Functions of C. (Title Bar)

• It displays the name or title of the document and the application.
• It shows / displays the minimize, maximize and close command
buttons
• It can be used to move or drag the window around
(b) The steps involved in switching on a personal computer system

1. Check the power cables connected to the system unit and monitor.
2. Check and switch on the main socket connection.
3. Remove all removable storage devices connected to the system unit.
4. Press on the power button of the system unit.
5. Press on the power button of the monitor.
(c) Identified ICT tools:

(i) Headphone / Headset
(ii) Digital watch
(iii) Pen drive OR Flash memory/drive
2. (a) Meaning of the following:

(i) Input device
It is any hardware component that allows the user to feed a
computer with data and commands.
- Examples are keyboard, mouse, joystick, scanner, etc

(ii) Output device
It is any hardware component that displays, produces or presents
information from a computer to the user.
- Examples are printers, plotters, projectors, speakers, etc.
(b) Classification into input and output devices

Input Device Output Device
Microphone Plotter
Joystick
Webcam
Scanner
Mouse
3. (a) Meaning of desktop as used in the personal computer environment

Desktop is a graphical user interface that displays the taskbar, wallpaper,
and icons which represent programs, files and folders.
It is what appears on the screen after the computer is successfully turned
on and logged in.
(b) Areas of learning where information and communication technology

tools can be integrated
• Agriculture
• Medicine
• Geology
• Communications
• Education
• Business accounting
• Music
(c) Tools on the formatting toolbar of a word processing application

• Bold
• Italic
• Underline
• Font size
• Font type
• Font colour
• Highlighting colour
• Numbering
• Bullets
• Alignment (Align Right, Centre Align, Align Left, Justify)
(d) Benefits associated with the use of information and communication

tools in teaching and learning
• They enable us to perform complex calculations.
• It helps students to learn at their own pace.
• The use of projectors and multimedia software makes lessons lively.
• They enable us to share knowledge, through the use of mobile phones,
radio and the internet.
• They enable us to access information using the internet or educational
software like Encarta.
4. (a) Meaning of internet

Internet is a global network of computers that facilitates communication
and sharing of information.
(b) Uses of the Internet

• To communicate with others through email, phone calls, SMS, etc.
• For advertising products and services.
• For research studies or surveys.
• For virtual or e-learning
• For entertainment, such movies, games, music, etc.
• For social networking through social media such as Facebook,
Twitter, Telegram, etc.
• For online banking.
(c) (i) Meaning of a web browser

Web browser is an application program that enables internet users
to surf and access information on web pages.
(ii) Examples of web browser

• Netscape Navigator
• Opera
• Safari
• Mozilla Firefox
• Google Chrome
• Microsoft Edge
• DuckDuckGo
5. Explanation of the following terminologies:
(a) Cell
A cell is the rectangular space on a worksheet created by the intersection
of a row and column in a worksheet. It is identified by the column letter
and the row number.
(b) Column:
A column is a vertical block of cells in a worksheet and is identified by a
letter.
(c) Row
A row is a horizontal block of cells in a worksheet and is identified by a
number.
(d) Graph
A graph is a visual representation of data which make it easier to
understand the data in a worksheet.
Some examples of graphs are pie charts, bar graphs, line graphs, scatter
graphs, column graphs, etc.
END OF ICT BECE 2011

BECE 2012
PAPER 1
OBJECTIVE TEST
1. The device that converts computer output into displayed images is the
A. hard disk
B. monitor
C. printer
D. processor
2. The least number of input devices that a computer system can have is
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
3. Which of the following devices has the largest storage capacity

A. Compact disc
B. Digital versatile disc
C. Floppy disk
D. Hard disk
4. The device used to ensure a constant flow of power supply to a computer system
is the
A. Stabilizer
B. Step-down transformer
C. Step-up transformer
D. Uninterruptible power supply
5. The total number of command buttons on the title bar of an opened word
processing window is
A. 2
B. 3
C. 5
D. 6
6. Processed or transformed facts which are meaningful to the user is called

A. Data
B. Information
C. Input
D. Output
7. The following are possible health hazards of prolonged use of the computer
system except
A. back and neck pains
B. eye strain
C. tuberculosis
D. wrist pains
8. Which key on the keyboard is used to erase characters from right to left in word
processing application?
A. Backspace
B. Delete
C. Insert
D. Pause
9. The key on the QWERTY keyboard used to produce alphabetic upper case letters
is
A. Caps lock
B. Home
C. Num Lock
D. Tab
10. Given sizes and designs of letters, numbers and symbols that are displayed in a
word processing document are referred to as
A. Align
B. Bullet
C. Font
D. Indent
11. Which of the following is a tool on the drawing toolbar of a word processing
program?
A. Align
B. Bold
C. View
D. Oval
12. When an image is copied, it first goes to the

A. Clip art
B. Clip board
C. My document
D. Recycle bin
13. To press the letter J, which finger is appropriate to use on a QWERTY keyboard?
A. Left index finger
B. Left middle finger
C. Right index finger
D. Right middle finger
14. The internet is a

A. global network of computers
B. government agency that links computers
C. software for designing programs
D. special network of computers in an office
15. The computer equivalence of a sheet of paper divided into rows and columns in
the office suite is called
A. Database
B. Electronic sheet
C. Spreadsheet
D. Word processor
16. The temporary working memory of a computer system is the

A. arithmetic logic unit
B. flash memory
C. random access memory
D. read only memory
17. The software responsible for the management of the basic operations of the
computer is the
A. application program
B. device drivers
C. operating system
D. utility program
18. The bar on the desktop which displays opened applications and other icons is
referred to as
A. scroll bar
B. taskbar
C. title bar
D. toolbar
19. The act of pressing a computer mouse button twice quickly without moving the
mouse is termed
A. double clicking
B. right clicking
C. single clicking
D. normal clicking
20. The following are good practices in the computing environment except
A. copyrighting of software
B. designing of cards
C. networking of computers
D. pirating of software
21. Which of the following software can be used to enhance teaching and learning
through the use of pictures, video and sound?
A. Multimedia software
B. Network software
C. Programming software
D. Utility software
22. The total number of keys on a standard QWERTY keyboard is

A. 96
B. 104
C. 108
D. 116
23. Which of the following is a valid folder name?

A. Black/Stars
B. Black_Stars
C. Black:Stars
D. Black*
24. A program on the computer which enables users to type letters to friends is the
A. Browser
B. Spreadsheet
C. Utility
D. Word processor
25. The command that enables the user to save a previously saved document under a
new name is
A. new
B. rename
C. save
D. save as
26. The standard toolbar contains buttons that

A. close and resize windows
B. control page margins and tabs
C. perform the most common tasks
D. help users to navigate through the document
27. To see exactly how the pages of a current document will appear when printed,
the command given is the
A. page setup command
B. print command
C. print preview command
D. view command
28. A tool for locating information on the internet is the

A. database engine
B. internet browser
C. search engine
D. web browser
29. An entity in a file system which contains a group of files is called a

A. cabinet
B. container
C. document
D. folder
30. The creation of a copy of data on a computer system for safe keeping externally
is referred to as
A. data backup
B. data entry
C. data filtering
D. data restoration
31. The letter that normally represents the floppy disk in an operating system is
A. A
B. C
C. D
D. E
32. Recycle bin or trash bin contains deleted files and folders from the
A. floppy disk
B. flash disk
C. hard disk
D. zip disk
33. Keys on a computer keyboard which are used to move the cursor in a specified
direction are called
A. arrow keys
B. function keys
C. shift keys
D. special purpose keys
34. To underline a selected text in a word processing program, the keys used are
A. Ctrl + U
B. Shift + U
C. Alt + U
D. Del + U
35. Double clicking on a word in a word processing program selects the
A. document
B. paragraph
C. sentence
D. word
36. All of the following are reasons for using ICT in education except
A. forcing students to learn at others’ pace
B. increasing learner motivation and engagement
C. facilitating the acquisition of basic skills in subject areas
D. enhancing teaching through the use of presentation software
37. In word processing program, lines, block arrows and flow charts are found on
which of the following toolbars?
A. Drawing
B. Formatting
C. Picture
D. Standard
38. Which program icon on the desktop leads to the disk drives
A. Internet Explorer
B. My Computer
C. My Document
D. My Network Places
39. Which of the following terms refers to unsolicited emails in the form of
advertising or chain letters?
A. Compose
B. Inbox
C. Spam
D. Trash
40. Computer virus is capable of

A. enhancing the contents of a file
B. maintaining the computer system
C. making the work of the computer easy
D. slowing down the computer system performance

OBJECTIVE TEST
ANSWERS
1. B. monitor
2. A. 1
3. D. Hard disk
4. D. uninterruptible power supply
5. B. 3
6. B. information
7. C. tuberculosis
8. A. Backspace
9. A. Caps Lock
10. C. font
11. D. Oval
12. B. clipboard
13. C. Right index finger
14. A. global network of computers
15. C. spreadsheet
16. C. random access memory
17. C. operating system
18. B. taskbar
19. A. double clicking
20. D. pirating of software
21. A. Multimedia software

22. B. 104
23. B. Black Stars
24. D. word processor
25. D. save as
26. C. perform the most common tasks
27. C. print preview command
28. C search engine
29. D. folder
30. A. data backup
31. A. A
32. C. hard disk
33. A. arrow keys
34. A. Ctrl + U
35. D. word
36. A. forcing students to learn at others’ pace
37. A. Drawing
38. B. My Computer
39. C. Spam
40. D. slowing down the computer system performance

BECE 2012
PAPER 2
ESSAY
SECTION A
Answer Question 1
[Compulsory]
1. Use the diagram below to answer Questions 1(a) and (b)
(a) Name the parts of the diagram labelled A, B, C, D, E and F
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(b) List the five (5) main components of a computer keyboard

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(d) List, in the right order, the steps involved in turning off a personal
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SECTION B
2. (a) State the function of each of the following devices

(i) Floppy disk
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(ii) Printer
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(iii) Scanner
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(iv) Uninterruptible Power Supply

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(b) Write the following acronyms in full

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(ii) CPU ….…………………………………………………………………………………………
3. (a) Explain the following types of software

(i) System software
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(ii) Application software

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(b) State the function of each of the following buttons as used in application
software
(i) Minimize
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(ii) Maximize
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(iii) Close
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4. (a) Explain internet fraud

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(b) State three ways in which ICT can be used in basic education in Ghana
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(c) List three devices that may be used when connecting to the internet.
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5. Explain the following terms as used in spreadsheet.

(a) Worksheet
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(b) Active cell

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(c) Range
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(d) Workbook
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END OF ESSAY TEST

ESSAY
ANSWERS
SECTION A
1. (a) Name of the labelled parts of the diagram labelled A, B, C, D, E and F

A - System Unit
B - Monitor
C - Speaker
D - Microphone
E - Mouse
F - Keyboard
(b) The main components of a computer keyboard

• Alphanumeric keys
• Function keys
• Manipulative keys / Special purpose keys
• Numeric keys
• Navigation keys /Arrow keys
(c) Stages involved in the information processing cycle

• Data Input stage
• Processing stage
• Output stage
• Storage stage
• Distribution stage
(d) Steps involved in turning off a personal computer

1. Close all opened windows.
2. Click on the start button
3. Click turn off /shut down
4. Select turn off if another dialogue box appears.
5. Press off the power button on the monitor.
6. Switch off the main power supply.
SECTION B
2. (a) Function of each of the following devices:
(i) Floppy disk

The floppy disk is used to store small amounts of information for
future use.
(ii) Printer
The printer is used to produce hardcopies of information on a
computer onto paper.
(iii) Scanner
The scanner is used to convert a hardcopy document or picture
into digital format on the computer.
(iv) Uninterruptible Power Supply

It regulates and provides constant flow of electricity for use by the
computer and other devices.
(b) Full meaning of the following acronyms:

(i) ALU - Arithmetic Logic Unit
(ii) CPU - Central Processing Unit
3. (a) Explanation of the following types of software:

(i) System software
System software is a computer program that manages the
computer resources and provides a platform for other programs to
run.
- Examples of system software include; Operating system,
Basic Input Output System, Utility programs, etc.
(ii) Application software

Application software is a computer program that is used to
perform specific task on the computer.
- Examples of application software include Microsoft Word,
Excel and VLC media player.
(b) Function of the following buttons as used in application software:

(i) Minimize
It reduces an opened application window onto the taskbar.
(ii) Maximize
It enlarges an opened application window to cover the entire
screen.
(iii) Close
It ends or exits an opened application window.
4. (a) Explanation of internet fraud

Internet fraud is a criminal act of using the internet to scam and steal
from other people.
(b) Ways in which ICT can be used in basic education:

• Research - through the use of the internet and educational software.
• Live lesson presentation - by use of projectors and multimedia
software.
• Keeping of student records - by using spreadsheet software.
• Communication and group discussions - by use of e-mails and online
forums.
• Printing of educational materials - by use of printers and
photocopiers.
(c) Devices that may be used when connecting to the internet.

• Computer
• Router
• Modem (modulator-demodulator)
• Satellite
• Telephone line
• Network Interface Card (NIC)
• Wireless devices.
5. Explain the following terms as used in spreadsheet.
(a) Worksheet
Worksheet is a grid of cells forming rows and columns that constitute the
working area in a spreadsheet application.
(b) Active cell

An active cell is the selected cell in a worksheet which is ready to accept
data input.
(c) Range
Range is a group or set of selected cells within a worksheet.
(d) Workbook
Workbook is a collection of worksheets that make up a spreadsheet file.

BECE 2013
PAPER 1
OBJECTIVE TEST
1. The flat panel screen is also known as

A. CRT
B. LCD
C. OCR
D. VCD
2. The device that the computer uses to keep data is

A. input device
B. output device
C. processing device
D. storage device
3. The first key on the computer keyboard is

A. Caps Lock
B. Delete
C. Enter
D. Esc
4. In which of the following are the storage devices arranged on the basis of lowest
to the highest capacity?
A. CD, DVD, Floppy Disk and Hard Disk
B. Floppy Disk, Hard Disk, DVD and CD
C. Floppy Disk, CD, DVD and Hard Disk
D. Floppy Disk, DVD, CD and Hard Disk
5. A pen drive
A. inputs information
B. puts out information
C. retrieves information
D. stores information
6. The main storage medium within the system unit of the computer is the
A. CD-ROM
B. FDD
C. HDD
D. USB
7. To boot a computer is the same as to

A. shut down the computer
B. restart the computer
C. start the computer
D. stop the computer
8. On which bar is the system clock located?

A. Menu bar
B. Scroll bar
C. Task bar
D. Tollbar
9. The command button used to exit windows application is the

A. close button
B. maximize button
C. minimize button
D. restore button
10. An example of an operating system is

A. CALC
B. DISK
C. DOS
D. WORD
11. To copy a file means to

A. cut the file from the desktop
B. delete the file into recycle bin
C. make a duplicate of the file
D. remove the file from a folder
12. Programs that perform specific task for users are referred to as
A. application software
B. computer software
C. operating software
D. system software
13. A group of files are stored in a

A. folder
B. graphic
C. text
D. word
14. The operation whereby the computer manipulates data to produce information is
known as
A. capturing
B. processing
C. recording
D. retrieving
15. Which of the following components emits radiation?

A. Hard disk
B. Keyboard
C. Mobile phone
D. Speaker
16. The legal right that does not allow people to copy intellectual property without
the permission of the original owner is called
A. copyright
B. freeware
C. piracy
D. privacy
17. Software that presents lessons in a movie-like manner is referred to as

A. multiplicity
B. multimedia
C. multipurpose
D. multitasking
18. The symbols B, I, U are commonly used buttons found on the

A. drawing toolbar
B. formatting toolbar
C. menu toolbar
D. standard toolbar
19. Right-clicking a mouse on an open window

A. creates a new document
B. opens a file menu
C. opens a new window
D. opens a context menu if available
20. Which of the following computer keyboard keys is used to delete characters from
left to right on-screen?
A. Alternate
B. Backspace
C. Delete
D. Shift
21. Which of the following computer keys allows the user to type uppercase letters?
A. Alternate Key
B. Control Key
C. Caps Lock Key
D. Num Lock Key
22. Which of the following keys is used for multiple selection of texts that are not
continuous?
A. Alt
B. Ctrl
C. Del
D. Shift
23. When a user clicks within a selected text by holding down the left mouse button,
and then transfers the cursor to a different location within the same document,
the text will be
A. cut
B. moved
C. copied
D. deleted
24. Which of the following menu titles contains the bullet and numbering command?
A. Edit menu
B. File menu
C. Format menu
D. Insert menu
25. In order to apply bold formatting to a section of existing text, the user must first
A. click on the formatting button
B. click the shortcut mouse button
C. save the document
D. select the section to be formatted
26. The save command is found under which of the following menu buttons?
A. Edit
B. File
C. Insert
D. Tools
27. Which of the following command buttons is found on the standard toolbar?
A. Bold
B. Bullets
C. Redo
D. Undo
28. When a text automatically moves to the next line at the end of a margin in a word
processing program, it is referred to as
A. text wrap
B. word wrap
C. text movement
D. word movement
29. Which of the following is a tool on the drawing toolbar?

A. Arrows
B. Change Case
C. Drop Cap
D. Text Direction
30. A rectangle can be drawn in word processing application using the

A. Arrow
B. Circle
C. Oval
D. Square
31. The device which is used to produce hard copies from personal computers in
schools is
A. photocopier
B. monitor
C. printer
D. scanner
32. A computer program that enables users to surf the internet is known as
A. internet explorer
B. navigator
C. web browser
D. internet surfer
33. Word processing is used mainly by

A. accountants
B. artists
C. engineers
D. secretaries
34. Which of the following deices will enable users to get access to the internet
connection?
A. Keyboard
B. Moderm
C. Projector
D. Scanner
35. Transferring data from a remote computer to local computer is referred to as

A. download
B. linkdown
C. upload
D. linkup
36. Specialized programs that assist users to locate information on the internet are
called
A. agents
B. internet browsers
C. search engines
D. web
37. Which of the following refers to unsolicited e-mails in the form of advertising and
chain letters?
A. Flaming
B. Inbox
C. Spam
D. Trash
38. The software responsible for the management of the basic operations of the
computer is the
A. application program
B. device drivers
C. operating system
D. utility program
39. On which of the following toolbars is the print preview button located?
A. Drawing
B. Formatting
C. Header and Footer
D. Standard
40. The intersection of the 8th row and the 7th column in a spreadsheet application
will have the cell reference
A. 8G
B. G8
C. 7H
D. H7

OBJECTIVE TEST
ANSWERS
1. B. LCD
2. D. storage device
3. D. Esc
4. C. Floppy Disk, CD, DVD and Hard Disk
5. D. stores information
6. C. HDD
7. C. start the computer
8. C. Task bar
9. A. close button
10. C. DOS
11. C. make a duplicate of the file
12. A. application software
13. A. folder
14. B. processing
15. C. Mobile phone
16. A. copyright
17. B. multimedia
18. B. formatting toolbar
19. B. opens a file menu
20. C. Delete
21. C. Caps Lock key

22. B. Ctrl
23. B. moved
24. C Format menu
25. D select the selection to be formatted
26. B File
27. C. Redo OR D. Undo
28. B. Word wrap
29. A Arrows
30. D. Square
31. C Printer
32. C web browser
33. D. secretaries
34. B modem
35. A Download
36. C Search engines
37. C Spam
38. C operating system
39. D standard
40. B G8
BECE 2013
PAPER 2
ESSAY
SECTION A
Answer Question 1
[Compulsory]
1. (a) ABC Supermarket has acquired an application to generate cash receipts for
goods purchased by its customers as shown in the diagram below.
The amount for each item is obtained by multiplying the unit price and quantity of
goods purchased. The subtotal is a summation of the amounts obtained for all
purchased items. The tax payable is computed at the rate of 10% of the subtotal.
The total amount to be paid is the summation of the subtotal and the tax payable
on purchased items.
Using the diagram below, answer the questions that follow
(i) Name the application program used in creating the above.

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(ii) Identify the parts labelled I, II and III.

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(iii) Provide the formula used in calculating the following cells:
D2………………………………………………………………………………………………
D5………………………………………………………………………………………………
D6………………………………………………………………………………………………
(b) Use the diagram below to answer questions (i), (ii) and (iii)
(i) Identify the diagram above.

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(ii) Name the parts labelled A, B, C, D and E

A. ………………………………………………………………………………………………
B. ………………………………………………………………………………………………
C. ………………………………………………………………………………………………
D. ………..….…………………………………………………………………………………
E. ………………………………………………………………………………………………
(iii) State one function each of the parts labelled B and C in the diagram
in (b) above.
B. ……………….………………………………………………………………………………
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C. ………………………………………………………………………………………………..
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(c) State one function of the diagram identified in (b) (i)
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SECTION B
2. (a) State two:
(i) positive uses of the internet;

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(ii) negative uses of the internet.

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(b) List four storage media

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3. (a) Explain communication as used in the computer industry

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(b) Video conferencing refers to:

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(c) List two devices associated with video conferencing.

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(d) State four media for sending and receiving information

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4. (a) In word processing application, when is it appropriate to use:

(i) copy-and-paste;
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(ii) cut-and-paste;
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(b) (i) What is a font?

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(ii) List three font styles

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5. (a) What is?

(i) motherboard
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(ii) ergonomics
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(iii) menu bar

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(b) What is copyright used for?
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END OF ESSAY TEST

ESSAY
ANSWERS
SECTION A
1. (a) (i) Application program used:

Spreadsheet application OR Microsoft Excel
(ii) Identified labeled parts:

I - Column
II - Cell
III - Row
(iii) Formula used in the following cells:

D2 - =B2*C2
D5 - =SUM (D2:D4) OR =D2+D3+D4
D6 - =D5*10% OR =0.1*D5 OR =D5/10
(b) (i) Identified diagram above:

- Keyboard
(ii) Name of labelled parts:
A - Shift key
B - Space bar
C - Arrow keys / Directional keys / Cursor keys
D - Enter key / Return key
E - Function keys
(iii) Function of the parts labelled
B (space bar)
• The space bar is pressed to create blank spaces between words
and other characters
C (arrow keys)
• The arrow keys are used in directing the cursor
• They are used to scroll through documents.
• They can be used to play some computer games
(c) Function of diagram in b (i)

The keyboard is used to issue data and commands to the computer.
SECTION B
2. (a) (i) positive uses of the internet

• It is used to advertise products and services.
• It is a source of entertainment
• It is used for research purposes
• It is a means of communication and sharing of information
• It is used for social networking
(ii) negative uses of the internet

• It grants exposure to pornographic materials
• To spread viruses and other malicious software
• For internet fraud and scams
• For cyberbullying and spamming
• For hacking into people’s private accounts illegally
• For illegal downloads of copyrighted items such as movies,
music and software.
(b) Examples of storage media

• Hard disk
• Digital Versatile Disc
• Compact Disc
• Floppy disk / Diskette
• Flash disk
• Memory card
• Magnetic tape
• Zip disk
3. (a) Explanation of communication as used in the computer industry

Communication is the means of sending and receiving information through
a medium or over a network.
(b) Meaning of video conferencing:

Video conferencing is the use of screen display technology to enable users
in various locations to interact with one another.
(c) Devices associated with video conferencing

• Computer
• Monitor
• Webcam
• Microphone
• Sound card
• Network card
• Smartphones / Tablets
(d) Media for sending and receiving information

• Mobile phone
• Telephone
• Radio
• Television
• Bluetooth
• Computer network
4. (a) When it is appropriate to use these actions in word processing:
(i) copy-and-paste
It is used when a selected item / text is being duplicated from one
location to another location without removing the item/text from
its original location.
(ii) cut-and-paste
It is used when a selected text/item is being removed from its
original location and moved to another destination.
(b) (i) Meaning of a font

A font is a set of alphabets, numbers, and symbols that have a
particularly unique design or appearance on the screen.
(ii) Examples of font styles

• Italic
• Bold
• Bold Italic
• Regular
5. (a) Meaning of:

(i) Motherboard
It is the main circuit board that comprises the primary
components of a computer.
(ii) Ergonomics
It refers to how people design and relate to their work
environment to ensure efficiency, safety, and production.
(iii) Menu bar
It is a horizontal strip usually displayed at the top of an application
window which has a list of command menus within the program.
(b) What copyright is used for:

It is used as a legal right to prohibit the illegal copying of the intellectual
property without permission from the original owner.

BECE 2014
PAPER 1
OBJECTIVE TEST
1. The part of the computer which displays information to the user in soft copy
format is the
A. monitor
B. printer
C. processor
D. scanner
2. The sharpness of an image on a monitor screen is determined by the number of

A. inches
B. pits
C. pixels
D. units
3. Which of the following can be used as an input device and at the same time as an
output device?
A. Microphone
B. Modem
C. Printer
D. Speaker
4. The device that uses the magnetic method to store data is

A. compact disk
B. digital versatile disk
C. hard disk
D. optical disk
5. Which of the following devices has the largest storage capacity?

A. Compact disk
B. Digital versatile disk
C. Flash memory
D. Hard disk
6. By default, the drive letter assigned to the hard disk drive is

A. A:
B. B:
C. C:
D. D:
7. Which of the following devices must be turned on first when booting a computer?
A. Monitor
B. Printer
C. Scanner
D. System Unit
8. The program that is loaded into the main memory when a computer is booted is
A. utility program
B. operating system
C. communication software
D. Word processing software
9. To copy a file means to

A. cut the file
B. delete the file
C. remove the file
D. make a duplicate of the file
10. A group of files are stored in a

A. folder
B. graphic
C. text
D. word
11. The area of the taskbar that displays small icons of some programs such as the
system clock is
A. programs area
B. scroll bar
C. start menu
D. system tray
12. Which of the following is a problem to computer users as a result of radiation from
the monitor?
A. Cardiovascular
B. Dizziness
C. Eye irritation
D. Loss of grip strength
13. Dragging a folder from one drive to a window on another drive is equivalent to a
A. cut operation
B. copy operation
C. delete operation
D. move operation
14. Which of the following safety precaution(s) is/are advisable to practice?
I. Do not answer or receive calls when charging mobile phones

II. Do not overload sockets
III. Plugging ICT tools in damaged sockets can be allowed sometimes.
A. I and II only
B. I and III only
C. II and III only
D. I, II and III
15. A computer program that can copy itself and infect the computer without the
permission or knowledge of the user is
A. virus
B. anti-virus
C. window
D. Word processor
16. The software that assists students in learning and can also be used to take online
examinations is
A. classroom software
B. education software
C. entertaining software
D. graphic software
17. ICT tools can be used in all the following areas except
A. sharing ideas
B. starting cabinetry
C. accessing information
D. retrieving information
18. The act of clicking on an object and dragging it to a different location is referred to
as
A. drop-and-drag
B. drag-and-drop
C. drop-and-move
D. drag-and-paste
19. When pursuing typing lessons, computer users are expected to use
A. 5 fingers
B. 6 fingers
C. 8 fingers
D. 10 fingers
20. Which of the following keys is not a function key on the computer keyboard?
A. F1
B. F2
C. F9
D. F13
21. The computer keyboard combination that would move the cursor insertion point
to the beginning of the current document is
A. Ctrl + B
B. Ctrl + H
C. Ctrl + Home
D. Ctrl + PgUp
22. Which of the following commands is used to resave an edited file with the same
file name?
A. Copy
B. Save
C. Save As
D. Send
23. Computerized text editing is also referred to as

A. Database application
B. Desktop application
C. Spreadsheet application
D. Word processing application
24. In order to apply bold formatting to a section of existing text, the user must first
A. save the document
B. click the start button
C. click on the formatting button
D. select the section to be formatted
25. Text that is justified is

A. adjusted to meet one margin
B. adjusted to meet both margins
C. grammatically correct
D. only visible in print preview
26. Which of the following keys are used to underline a text in word processing?
A. Ctrl + B
B. Ctrl + H
C. Ctrl + I
D. Ctrl + U
27. When a text automatically moves to the next line at the end of a margin in a word
processing program, it is referred to as
A. text wrap
B. word wrap
C. hard return
D. text movement
28. The default orientation for a word processing document is

A. A4
B. landscape
C. letter
D. portrait
29. To print a document after previewing, use the

A. Edit command button
B. Open command button
C. Print command button
D. Save command button
30. On an email interface, which of the following areas is mandatory to complete and
send a message?
A. Sender body
B. Sender name
C. Message header / subject
D. Message recipient email address
31. Which of the following domain name extensions is used by educational

institutions?
A. .com
B. .edu
C. .net
D. .org
32. Which of the following is a web browser?

A. Firewall
B. Opera
C. Windows
D. Yahoo
33. Which feature in a browser enables users to fetch the latest copy of a web page?
A. Backward
B. Forward
C. Refresh
D. Stop
34. Transmitting data from a local computer to a remote computer is referred to as

A. downlinking
B. downloading
C. uplinking
D. uploading
35. The http:// in a website address refers to

A. domain name
B. directory name
C. file name
D. protocol
36. The command button that opens a dialog box for users to create an email message
is
A. back button
B. compose button
C. create button
D. refresh button
37. A spreadsheet cell name is referenced by a

A. letter
B. number
C. letter and a number
D. number and a letter
38. Mathematical calculations in a spreadsheet are called

A. formulas
B. labels
C. numbers
D. values
39. Which of the following does a user need to bypass before accessing an email?
A. Username and computer name
B. Username and email name
C. Username and password
D. Username and yahoo
40. To apply a formula or function in a spreadsheet program, the symbol used is

A. = or *
B. = or +
C. = or /
D. = or –

OBJECTIVE TEST
ANSWERS
1. A. monitor
2. C. pixels
3. B. Modem
4. C. hard disk
5. D. hard disk
6. C. C
7. D. system unit
8. B. operating system
9. D. make a duplicate of the file
10. A. folder
11. D. system tray
12. C. eye irritation
13. B. copy operation
14. A. I and II only
15. A. virus
16. B. education software
17. B. starting cabinetry
18. B. drag-and-drop
19. D. 10 finger
20. D. F13
21. C. Ctrl + Home

22. B. Save
23. D. word processing application
24. D. select the section to be formatted
25. B. adjusted to meet both margins
26. D. Ctrl + U
27. B. word wrap
28. D. portrait
29. C. print command button
30. D. Message recipient email address
31. B. .edu
32. B. Opera
33. C. Refresh
34. D. uploading
35. D. protocol
36. B. compose button
37. C. letter and a number
38. A. formulas
39. C. Username and password
40. D. = or –
BECE 2014
PAPER 2
ESSAY
SECTION A
Answer Question 1
[Compulsory]
1. (a)
Use the diagram above to answer questions (i) to (iv)
(i) Name the application program used for the above figure
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(ii) Write the formula/ function used to calculate the profit for cell D7
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(iii) Write the formula/ function used to calculate the total expenses for
cell C7
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(iv) Name the parts labelled A, B and C.
A ...........................................................................................................................
B ............................................................................................................................
C ............................................................................................................................
(b) Complete the table below
Function of Windows
Windows button Name of Windows button
button
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(c) In a word processing application, what is the command button print

preview used for?
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SECTION B
2. (a) State the data types for the following characters as used in a Spreadsheet
application:
(i) 13.65 ………………………..……………………………………………………………….
(ii) 24.04’ …………………………………………………………………………………………

(iii) =SUM (A5:G5) ……………………………………………………………………...……...
(iv) =A4 + C8 – G25 ...………………………………………………………………………….
(v) +233244971100 …………………...…………………………………………………….
(b) Formatting a disk refers to

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3. List
(a) two toggle keys on a standard computer keyboard
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(e) three health hazards associated with prolonged use of computers and ICT
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4. (a) Give two examples of a typing software.

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(b) Certain books are published both in hard copies and soft copies (e-books).
Give two reasons for using
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(c) Arrange the storage devices, compact disc, hard disk and pen drive in
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5. State the purpose of the following commands on an email application such as

yahoo or gmail:
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END OF ESSAY TEST

ESSAY
ANSWERS
1. (a) (i) The application program used for the above figure
- Microsoft Excel / Spreadsheet application
(ii) The formula / function used to calculate the profit for cell D7
=B7–C7 OR =D3+D4+D5 OR =SUM(D3:D5)OR
=Sum(D3,D4,D5) OR =D3+D4+D5
(iii) The formula / function used to calculate the total expenses for
cell C7
=C3+C4+C5 OR =SUM(C3:C5) OR =SUM(C3,C4,C5)
(iv) Names of the labelled parts
A - Name box
B - Formula bar
C - Working area
(b) Completed table below:
Windows Name of
Function of Windows button
button Windows button
(i) It is used to exit or end an opened

Close
program/ current window
(ii) It is used to reduce the current window

Minimize
onto the taskbar.
(iii) It is used to enlarge a window to cover the

Maximize
entire screen.
(iv) It makes the window return to its original

Restore
size before it was maximized.
(c) What print preview is used for:
It helps users to take a look at how a document will appear when printed
2 (a) Data types for the following as used in a spreadsheet application
(i) 13.65 - Value
(ii) 24.04’ - Label
(iii) =Sum (A5:G5) - Function
(iv) =A4+C8–G25 - Formula
(v) +233244971100 - Value
(b) Formatting a disk refers to

Clearing all previously saved items to create space on the disk.
3. (a) Toggle keys on a standard computer keyboard

• Caps Lock
• Num Lock
• Scroll Lock
• Insert
(b) Features of a web browser

• Forward button
• Back button
• Address bar
• Search bar
• Stop button
• Refresh/ Reload button
• Print button
• Control buttons
• Title bar
(c) Components of the central processing unit

• Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
• Control Unit (CU)
• Registers
• Memory Unit
(d) Examples of operating system software

• Microsoft Disk Operating System
• Microsoft Windows
• Macintosh
• Unix
• Linux / RedHat / Ubuntu
(e) Health hazards associated with prolonged use of computers and ICT
tools
• Vision impairment
(Caused by radiations from monitor)
• Backache
(Caused by the wrong sitting posture)
• Neck pain
(Caused by sitting for prolonged hours)
• Hearing impairment
(Caused by loud volumes from speakers and headphones)
• Wrist pain
(Caused by typing on the keyboard for prolonged hours)
4 (a) Examples of typing software:

• Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing
• TypingMaster pro
• Bruce Typing Tutor
• Rapid Typing
• Letter Chase Typing Tutor
• KTouch
• Kiran’s Typing Tutor
(b) Reasons for books in
(i) hard copies formats

• Can be used in the absence of electronic devices.
• Useful where there is no reliable electricity.
• Do not require computer literacy to use.
• Could be more portable than some computers.
• Cannot be corrupted by virus infection.
(ii) soft copies formats

• Searching for specific text within the e-book is easier using the
search feature
• The e-book can be shared among several users within a
network.
• Can be read out as audiobooks to visually impaired persons.
• Can still be read in the dark in case of lights out
• It is possible to zoom the text to make it larger and more
legible.
• Text can be copied and transferred to be pasted into other
documents.
(c) Compact disc, hard disk and pen drive arranged in descending order
of:
(i) access speed
Hard disk, pendrive, compact disc.
(ii) storage capacity
Hard disk, pendrive, compact disc.
5. Purpose of the following commands on email applications:
(a) My account
It helps users to view / make changes to their initial registration details
and other user settings.
(b) Compose
It enables users to type or create a new e-mail message to be sent.
(c) Attach
It allows users to include documents and other files from their storage to
the email message to be sent.
(d) Sign up
This feature is used to create a new e-mail account.

BECE 2015
PAPER 1
OBJECTIVE TEST
1. Which of the following computer keyboard keys is used to type upper case
letters when the caps lock light is off?
A. Control key
B. Enter key
C. Insert key
D. Shift key
2. Which of the following devices are used to feed a computer system with data?
A. Keyboard and monitor
B. Keyboard and mouse
C. Mouse and monitor
D. Mouse and printer
3. A computer accepts data input, processes the data and produces

A. byte
B. data
C. output
D. storage
4. The component of the computer that houses the motherboard and the power
supply unit is called
A. central processing unit
B. monitor
C. printer
D. system unit
5. Which component of the computer resembles the typewriter?

A. Keyboard
B. Monitor
C. Mouse
D. Webcam
6. The optical storage media among the following is

A. compact disc
B. floppy disk
C. hard disk
D. magnetic disk
7. Which of the following media stores data temporarily?

A. Floppy disk
B. Hard disk
C. Random Access Memory
D. Read Only Memory
8. Which of the following devices must be turned on first when booting the
computer?
A. Central Processing Unit
B. Monitor
C. Printer
D. System Unit
9. The part of the central processing unit responsible for performing all logical
operations is
A. ALU
B. CU
C. RAM
D. ROM
10. When files and folders are deleted from the computer, they go into the
A. Briefcase
B. Desktop
C. Delete bin
D. Recycle bin
11. Which of the following gives the user a log of all opened programs?
A. Start button
B. Start menu
C. Taskbar
D. Title bar
12. Which of the following would happen when a user double clicks on a folder?
A. A sub-folder would be created
B. The folder would be closed
C. The folder would be deleted
D. The folder would be opened
13. Dragging a folder from one drive to a window on the same drive is equivalent to
a
A. copy operation
B. cut operation
C. delete operation
D. move operation
14. The process whereby the computer manipulates data to produce information is
known as
A. capturing
B. processing
C. recording
D. retrieving
15. The stages of information processing cycle under ICT are

A. input, output, process and distribution
B. input, process, output and distribution
C. input, process, distribution and output
D. input, distribution, output and process.
16. Which of the following is a problem to computer users as a result of radiation

from the monitor?
A. Body pains
B. Dizziness
C. Eye irritation
D. Loss of grip strength
17. Which of the following is a reason for copyrighting ICT tools or technologies?
A. To avoid distribution of viruses
B. To encourage people to make illegal copies
C. To protect the intellectual works of the inventors
D. To ensure poorer people do not have access to ICT tools
18. Which of the following is a bad practice in the usage of ICT tools?
A. Making or receiving phone calls whilst driving
B. Not receiving phone calls when charging it
C. Use of air conditioning to improve dry atmosphere
D. Use of footstools to adjust leg positioning when working on computers
19. To search for information on various topics, which of the following packages is
used?
A. Database
B. Encarta
C. Presentation
D. Spreadsheet
20. If a user places the mouse cursor at one end of a text, holds down the left button
and drags to the other end of the text, the effect will be
A. copying the text
B. cutting the text
C. moving the text
D. selecting the text
21. To underline selected text(s) under a word processing environment, use the
shortcut keys
A. Ctrl+U
B. Shift+U
C. Alt+U
D. Insert+U
22. A collection of separate windows applications sold as a group is called

A. command
B. communication
C. integrated
D. suite
23. Adding 3-D effect to an object is done through the

A. Auto Formatting dialogue box
B. Drawing Toolbar
C. Formatting Toolbar
D. Graphic Styles menu
24. Which of the following options is required to save a document with a different
name?
A. File, New
B. File, Close
C. File, Save
D. File, Save As
25. The process of automatically moving an entire word to start the next line in a
word processing program is called
A. text wrap
B. text movement
C. word wrap
D. word movement
26. In the symbol H2O, the 2 appears as a

A. number
B. positive integer
C. subscript
D. superscript
27. The shift key on a computer keyboard is used to

A. erase characters
B. toggle cases of letters
C. insert a space into a word document
D. type a word rather than a character
28. Which of the following document views will enable a user to view a document as
it will appear on a printed page?
A. Normal view
B. Outline view
C. Print layout view
D. Web layout view
29. The print preview button is located on which of the following toolbars?
A. Drawing toolbar
B. Formatting toolbar
C. Header/Footer toolbar
D. Standard toolbar
30. Which of the following is an icon on the drawing toolbar?

A. Arrows
B. Change Case
C. Drop Cap
D. Text Direction
31. Transferring data from a local computer to a remote computer is referred to as

A. downlinking
B. downloading
C. uplinking
D. uploading
32. In computing, an element which links from one document to another or within
the same document is called
A. hyperlink
B. pointer
C. web browser
D. web page
33. Information printed on paper is referred to as

A. carbon copy
B. hard copy
C. print copy
D. soft copy
34. The button that opens a dialogue box for users to create an email message is
A. Back
B. Compose
C. Create
D. Refresh
35. Computer virus is capable of

A. enhancing the contents of a file
B. maintaining the computer system
C. making the work of the computer easy
D. slowing down the computer system performance
36. In an email environment, the acronym BCC refers to

A. Blank Carbon Copy
B. Bulk Carbon Copy
C. Blind Carbon Copy
D. Backup Carbon Copy
37. A computer program that enables users to surf the internet is called
A. internet surfer
B. web browser
C. web navigation
D. web surfer
38. Specialized programs that assist a user to locate information on the internet is
called
A. electronic mail
B. search engine
C. web browser
D. web portal
39. The sign which represents an insertion of a formula in a spreadsheet program is

A. = or +
B. = or –
C. = or *
D. = or /
40. Which of the following terms in a spreadsheet is identified by a letter and a

number?
A. Column
B. Cell
C. Range
D. Row

OBJECTIVE TEST
ANSWERS
1. D. Shift key
2. B. Keyboard and mouse
3. C. output
4. D. system unit
5. A. Keyboard
6. A. compact disc
7. C. Random Access Memory
8. D. System Unit
9. A. ALU
10. D. Recycle bin
11. C. Taskbar
12. D. The folder would be opened
13. D. move operation
14. B. processing
15. B. input, process, output and distribution
16. C. Eye irritation
17. C. To protect the intellectual works of the inventors
18. A. Making or receiving phone calls whilst driving
19. B. Encarta
20. D. selecting the text
21. A. Ctrl + U
22. D. suite
23. B. Drawing Toolbar
24. D. File, Save As
25. C. word wrap
26. C. subscript
27. B. toggle cases of letters
28. C. Print layout view
29. D. Standard toolbar
30. A. Arrows
31. D. uploading
32. A. hyperlink
33. B. hard copy
34. B. Compose
35. D. slowing down the computer system performance
36. C. Blind Carbon Copy
37. B. web browser
38. B. search engine
39. B. = or –
40. B. Cell
BECE 2015
PAPER 2
ESSAY
SECTION A
Answer Question 1
[Compulsory]
1. (a) In the space provided below, draw a well labelled computer mouse
(b) Outline the steps involved in performing the following tasks:

(i) opening a document
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SECTION B
2. Identify the following ICT tools
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3. State two differences between
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5. State the use of the following email terminologies
(a) Carbon copy

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END OF ESSAY TEST

ESSAY
ANSWERS
SECTION A
1. (a) A well-labelled computer mouse
(b) Steps involved in performing the following tasks:
(i) Opening a document
Method 1
1. Locate the document file
2. Click to select the document.
3. Right-click on the document file
4. Click to select ‘Open’ from the menu which appears.
Method 2
1. Locate the document file
2. Click to select the document file
3. Press the Enter key on the keyboard to open it.
(ii) Saving a newly created document
1. Click on ‘FILE’ to display the file menu.

2. Click to select ‘Save As’ on the file menu.
3. Choose the folder in which you want to save your document
4. Type the name for your document in the file name box
5. Click on ‘Save’ or press the Enter on the keyboard.
(iii) Changing the desktop background (wallpaper) of a personal
computer
Method 1
1. Click on the start button
2. Click on ‘Control Panel’ in the start menu
3. Select ‘Appearance and Personalization’.
4. Click on ‘Personalization’
5. Select option from ‘Themes’
6. Click on ‘Save Changes’.
Method 2
1. Right-click on a blank space on the desktop.
2. Click on ‘Personalize’ from the menu that appears.
3. Click on the ‘Desktop’ background.
4. Choose your preferred background picture.
5. Click on ‘Save changes’.
Method 3
1. Locate the image you want to use for your desktop background.
2. Right-click on the image / picture.
3. Click on ‘Set as desktop background’ on the menu that appears.
SECTION B
2. Identified ICT tools:
(a) Keyboard
(b) Monitor
(c) Joystick
(d) Printer
(e) Hard disk drive (HDD)
(f) Power Supply Unit (PSU)
3. Differences between:
(a) random access memory and read only memory

Random Access Memory (RAM) Read Only Memory (ROM)
1. It is volatile 1. It is non-volatile
2. Holds data temporarily 2. Stores information permanently
3. It can be upgraded 3. It is not usually upgraded
4. It is easily accessible by the user 4. It is not easily accessible by the

user
(b) hard disk and pen drive;
Hard Disk Pen Drive

1. It has a relatively larger 1. It has a relatively lesser storage
storage capacity capacity.
2. It is usually fixed internally in 2. It is removable and external
the system unit
3. It is heavier in weight and 3. It is lighter in weight and
bigger in physical size smaller in physical size
4. It has shorter access time 4. It has longer access time
5. It stores the operating 5. It does not store the operating

system system but other files and folders
(c) file and folder

File Folder
1. It occupies space in the storage 1. It occupies virtually no space
medium on the storage medium
2. Every file type has a unique 2. There is no extension for
extension as part of the file name. folder name.
3. It contains pieces of data 3. It contains files and other

folders.
4. (a) Explanation of the term ‘clicking’:

Clicking is the act of pressing and releasing the left button of the
computer once without moving the mouse.
It is performed to select objects, buttons, links, or menu options.
(b) Command buttons that are found on the control menu in a typical
application window:
• Close
• Restore
• Maximize
• Minimize
(c) Meaning of a screen tip

A screen tip is a feature that gives computer users brief information about
an object, button or link while using a computer program.
(d) Description of a computer mouse pad

A mouse pad is a flat surface made of rubber, plastic or special fabric on
which the computer mouse is placed and moved for its efficient use.
5. The use of the following email terminologies
(a) Carbon copy

This is a feature used to send the same email message for an original
recipient to other recipient addresses, which will be visible to all.
(b) Blind Carbon Copy;

This is used to secretly send the same e-mail message meant for an
original recipient to other recipient addresses.
(c) To;
This is the location where the original recipient’s e-mail address is typed
or inserted before sending an e-mail message.
(d) Subject;
This is the location where the title/ heading of the e-mail message is
inserted or typed before sending the message.

BECE 2016
PAPER 1
OBJECTIVE TEST
1. The brain of the computer is the

A. monitor
B. system software
C. read only memory
D. central processing unit
2. An example of output device is the

A. keyboard
B. mouse
C. printer
D. scanner
3. One byte is equal to

A. two bits
B. eight bits
C. sixteen bits
D. one thousand bits
4. To boot a computer means to

A. put it off
B. put it on
C. restart it
D. take it away
5. The horizontal bar that normally lies at the bottom of a computer desktop screen
is called
A. taskbar
B. start button
C. horizontal ruler
D. quick launch toolbar
6. A folder within another folder is called

A. file
B. subfolder
C. inside folder
D. innermost folder
7. Processed material which is meaningful to the user in computing is called

A. data
B. file
C. information
D. record
8. The copyright laws protect the works of an author for a period of his life time and
A. 40 years after his death
B. 50 years after his death
C. 60 years after his death
D. 70 years after his death
9. An example of a function key on a computer keyboard is

A. F1
B. Q
C. @
D. NmLk
10. Entry of data into a computer is termed

A. input
B. output
C. process
D. distribution
11. The following are hardware components except

A. keyboard
B. monitor
C. mouse
D. windows
12. The following devices can be found in the system unit except
A. ports
B. memory
C. motherboard
D. scroll wheel
13. The method of reproducing copies of a document is termed

A. copying
B. pasting
C. photocopying
D. printing
14. Storage media that are similar to compact discs but store more data are known as
A. pen drives
B. hard disks
C. floppy disks
D. digital versatile discs.
15. To boot a computer system, the user needs

A. printer attached
B. operating system
C. virus checking program
D. word processing software
16. The number of command buttons on the control menu are

A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
17. The location where a file is stored is called

A. folder
B. icon
C. page
D. website
18. Viewing television for long periods can damage an individual’s

A. eye
B. head
C. mouth
D. nose
19. Which of the following is an effect of loud ringing tone of mobile phone?
A. Headache
B. Wrist pain
C. Bleeding nose
D. Damage to hearing
20. Which of the following cannot cause computer virus infection?

A. Internet
B. Input devices
C. Computer network
D. Removable storage devices
21. The following are features of a word processing application window except
A. desktop
B. font
C. print
D. zoom
22. Which of the following is not a component of a uniform resource locator (URL)?
A. Web protocol
B. Name of browser
C. Name of web server
D. Name of the file with the directory
23. The speed of modem is measured in

A. baud
B. bit
C. byte
D. hertz
24. A special software that is used to access the internet is called

A. address bar
B. search engine
C. web browser
D. windows xp.
25. One billion bytes is approximately one

A. gigabyte
B. kilobyte
C. megabyte
D. terabyte
26. Changing the desktop wall paper of a computer is termed

A. background change
B. editing the desktop
C. customizing the desktop
D. formatting the desktop
27. The use of ICT in learning and teaching is to make it

A. interesting and boring
B. uninteresting but not boring
C. interesting but students do not learn at their pace
D. easy and interesting, students learn at their pace.
28. To create a space between characters, words and sentences, use the
A. backspace key
B. enter key
C. shift key
D. spacebar key
29. Which computer keyboard key allows users to erase characters to the left of the
cursor?
A. Backspace key
B. Delete key
C. Insert key
D. Tab key
30. The process that is used to recall a document previously saved is termed
A. Copy
B. Enter
C. Open
D. Save as
31. Double-clicking on a program icon on a computer desktop

A. cuts the program’s window
B. copies the program’s window
C. closes the program’s window
D. opens the program’s window
32. Which of the following steps will open, check and correct errors, and submit the
file for safe keeping under a word processing application?
A. File, Open, Edit and Save
B. Open, File, Edit and Save
C. Open, File, Close and Save
D. Start, Open, Edit and Save
33. The process of a user placing the cursor at one end of a text, holds down the left
mouse button and drag to the other end of the text is referred to as
A. copying
B. cutting
C. moving
D. selecting
34. Previewing a document before printing is necessary because it

A. formats the document.
B. displays the name of the document.
C. displays copy and paste of documents.
D. displays how the document will look after printing.
35. Which of the following options is used to access a message from an Inbox in an
electronic mailing?
A. Mail
B. Send/ Receive
C. Import / Export
D. Create New Account
36. Which of the following should a user bypass before accessing an email?
A. Gmail and password
B. Yahoo and username
C. Password and username
D. Computer name and password.
37. Which of the following command buttons in the browser enables a user to fetch
the latest copy of the webpage?
A. Backward
B. Forward
C. Refresh
D. Stop
38. A spreadsheet cell name is referenced by a

A. letter
B. number
C. letter and number
D. number and letter.
39. Mathematical calculations in a spreadsheet application are called

A. labels
B. formulae
C. numbers
D. values
40. In a spreadsheet application, which of the following can be identified by a letter?

A. Cell
B. Column
C. Range
D. Row

OBJECTIVE TEST
ANSWERS
1. D. central processing unit
2. C. printer
3. B. eight bits
4. B. put it on
5. A. taskbar
6. B. subfolder
7. C. information
8. D. 70 years after his death
9. A. F1
10. A. input
11. D. windows
12. D. scroll wheel
13. A. copying
14. D. digital versatile discs
15. B. operating system
16. D. 5
17. A. folder
18. A. eye
19. D. Damage to hearing
20. B. Input devices
21. A. desktop
22. B. Name of browser
23. D. hertz
24. C. web browser
25. A. gigabyte
26. A. background change
27. D. easy and interesting, students learn at their pace.
28. D. spacebar key
29. A. Backspace key
30. C. Open
31. D. opens the program’s window
32. A. File, Open, Edit and Save
33. D. selecting
34. D. displays how the document will look after printing
35. A. Mail
36. C. Password and username
37. C. Refresh
38. C. letter and number
39. B. formulae
40. B. Column
BECE 2016
PAPER 2
ESSAY
SECTION A
Answer Question 1
[Compulsory)
1. (a) Identify the diagram below:
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(b) Identify the parts labelled A, B and C in 1(a)
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(c) Provide the names and functions of each of the following mouse pointer
shapes:
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d) Outline the steps used to rename a folder on the desktop of a computer

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SECTION B
2. (a) Explain the term word processing

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(b) Give the default extension for the following file format:
Notepad ……………………………………………………………………………………………
(c) Write the shortcut keyboard keys combination for the following commands
as used in a word processing environment:
(i) Cut …………………………………………………………………………………….….
(ii) Copy ………………………………………………………………………………………..
(ii) Paste ………………………………………………………………………………………..
(iii) Print ………………………………………………………………………………………..
3. (a) List two examples of:

(i) input devices
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(ii) output devices

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(iii) storage media

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(iv) devices which serve both input and output purposes

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(b) Outline two differences between storage media and storage devices
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4. (a) Explain the following terms:
(i) Internet
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(ii) Search engine

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(b) What does the following Top Level Domains (TLDs) represent in a website
address?
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5. (a) What is copyright?

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(b) State two reasons for copyright protection

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(c) Give three ICT devices that can produce output on paper
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(d) State one difference between softcopy output and hardcopy output.
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END OF ESSAY TEST

ESSAY
ANSWERS
SECTION A
1. (a) Identify the diagram below:

Turn off computer dialog box OR Shut down dialogue box
(b) Parts labelled A, B and C in 1(a)

A - Stand by / Hibernate button
B - Turn off button
C - Restart button
(c) Names and functions of each of the mouse pointer shapes:

(i) Normal select pointer/ Default pointer/ Left pointer
• It is used to select objects
(ii) Right pointer

• It is used to select a table or row of text / cells in a document
(iii) Hour glass / Busy / Wait cursor

• It informs users to wait while the system is occupied with
completing another task
(iv) Text pointer / I – beam / insertion pointer

• It is used to indicate a point of editing text within a document
(v) Harrow cursor / Link pointer

• It is used to select hyperlinks
(d) Steps used to rename a folder on the desktop of a computer
Method 1 (Using the right mouse button)

1. Locate and select the folder you want to rename
2. Right-click on folder’s icon
3. Select ‘Rename’ on the pop up menu
4. Type the new name
5. Press the Enter key or click on an empty space to finish.
Method 2 (Using the left mouse button)

1. Locate and the folder you want to rename
2. Select the folder
3. Click on the existing folder name to select it
5. Press the ‘Enter’ key or click on an empty space to finish.
Method 3 (Using the function keys)
1. Locate the folder you want to rename
2. Select the folder
3. Press F2 on the keyboard
6. Press ‘Enter’ or click on an empty space to finish.
SECTION B
2. (a) Explanation of the term ‘word processing’:

It is the creation, editing and formatting of text documents on a computer
using a word processor software such as Microsoft Word.
(b) Default extension for the following file format:

Notepad - .txt
(c) Shortcut keys combination for the following commands as used in

Word processing:
(i) Cut - Ctrl + X
(ii) Copy - Ctrl + C
(iii) Paste - Ctrl + V
(iv) Print - Ctrl + P
3. (a) Examples of:

(i) input devices
• Keyboard
• Mouse
• Touch pad
• Microphone
• Scanner
• Joystick
• Digital camera
• Bar code reader
• Optical pen
(ii) output devices

• Monitor
• Speaker
• Printer
• Plotter
• Projector
(iii) storage media
• Hard disk
• Floppy disk
• Magnetic tape
• Compact disc
• Digital versatile disc / Digital video display
• Flash memory
(iv) devices which serve both input and output purposes

• Touch screen
• Modem
• Digital Camera
• Headset
• Facsimile (fax)
• Multiplexer
• Network interface card
(b) Differences between storage media and storage devices
STORAGE MEDIA STORAGE DEVICE

1. They are used to store 1. They read and write
information information on the media
2. They are specified by their 2. They are specified by their
storage capacity speed
3. They are often external 3. They are often integrated into

computer peripherals the computer system
4. (a) Explain the following terms:
(i) Internet
The internet is a global network of computers that use standard
network protocols to facilitate communication and sharing of
information.
(ii) Search engine

A search engine is a program that uses key words for locating
information on the internet.
Examples of search engines are Google, Yahoo, Bing, etc.
(b) What the following Top Level Domains (TLDs) represent in a website
address
(i) .com - Commercial
(ii) .edu - Education
(iii) .gov - Government
(iv) .net - Network
(v) .mil - Military
(vi) .org - Organization
5. (a) Meaning of copyright:

Copyright is the legal right that protects the intellectual property of
original authors from being copied or reproduced without the permission
of the owner.
(b) Reasons for copyright protection

• To protect the intellectual property of authors.
• To prevent unauthorized reproduction of other people’s work.
• To promote the economic rights of the author
• To promote healthy competition among authors
• To prevent people from taking credit for other people’s work
• To prevent people from profiting from other people’s work
• To motivate people to produce their own original works
(c) ICT devices that can produce output on paper

• Printer,
• Plotter
• Facsimile (fax machine)
• Photocopier
(d) Difference between softcopy output and hardcopy output.
SOFTCOPY OUTPUT HARDCOPY OUTPUT

1. It is digital / electronic in form 1. It is physical / tangible in form
2. It is produced on an electronic 2. It is produced on paper or other

screen physical materials
3. It can be transferred / sent 3. It can be only be transferred /

electronically shared physically
4. It can be resized 4. It is fixed in size

BECE 2017
PAPER 1
OBJECTIVE TEST
1. A group of instructions that directs a computer is called

A. logic.
B. memory.
C. program.
D. storage.
2. Devices that extend their services to enhance the function of the computer are
called
A. hardware.
B. software.
C. peripherals.
D. firmware.
3. The physical material on which a computer keeps data, instructions, and

information is called
A. primary storage.
B. secondary storage.
C. tertiary storage.
D. cache storage.
4. When a computer is on, it is normally termed

A. information.
B. programming.
C. running.
D. working.
5. Working with more than one application at the same time is known as
A. double tasking.
B. multitasking.
C. running.
D. launching.
6. The duplication of an original document is referred to as

A. backup.
B. back down.
C. production.
D. copying.
7. The steps data go through to become information are

A. information steps.
B. information technology.
C. information processing cycle.
D. information distribution.
8. Which of the following is a keyboard layout format?

A. QWERTY
B. QWRETY
C. QWRTEY
D. QWREYT
9. Which of the following programs has features like grid book?

A. Microsoft Paint
B. Spreadsheet
C. Open Source Writer
D. Microsoft Word
10. System software is a platform which runs

A. source codes.
B. application software.
C. operating system.
D. utilities.
11. The memory that stores permanent instructions is referred to as

A. random access memory.
B. read only memory.
C. write once read many memory.
D. virtual memory.
12. The interaction between the input and output devices is controlled by the
A. BIOS
B. LINUX.
C. CPU.
D. RAM.
13. Which of the following is not a storage device?

A. Pen drive
B. Touch pad
C. Hard disk
D. Floppy disk

A. word processing software.
B. printer attached.
C. virus checking program.
D. operating system.
15. The following are features on the GUI except

A. command line.
B. icon.
C. menu driven.
D. window.
16. When files are cleared from the computer, it is known as

A. restoring.
B. editing.
C. deleting.
D. removing.
17. Viewing television for long periods can damage an individual’s

A. nose.
B. eye.
C. feet.
D. mouth.
18. The following are good posture positions when using a computer except
A. back straight.
B. eyes on monitor.
C. elbows on the table.
D. feet on the floor.
19. The ethical issue that relates to the responsibility of those who collect data to
ensure that the data is correct is
A. accuracy.
B. privacy.
C. access.
D. ethics.
20. The legal right to control the production and selling of a book, play, film, or
software is called
A. production right.
B. copyright.
C. trader right.
D. patent.
21. A word document created with a word processing program will have the
extension
A. .doc
B. .txt
C. .ppt
D. .xls
22. A collection of linked documents or pages stored on millions of computers and

distributed across the world is called
A. Internet.
B. Hyperlink.
C. World Wide Web.
D. Browser.
23. The set of rules that enables different types of computers and networks on the
internet to communicate with one another is the
A. internet rules.
B. protocols.
C. network rules.
D. communication rules.
24. The fastest form of sending information is through the

A. Ghana Post.
B. EMS.
C. E-mail.
D. DHL.
25. After work, your mother decided to bring a copy of the data home to work on.
Which of the following storage devices would you advise her to use?
I. RAM
II. Floppy disk
III. Pen drive
IV. Hard disk
A. I and II only
B. II, III and IV only
C. II and III only
D. I, II, III and IV
26. The process of moving different portions of a document on the screen into view
is called
A. downward.
B. upward.
C. moving.
D. scrolling.
27. Which of the following is not a reason for using ICT in education?
A. ICT tools increase learner motivation and engagement.
B. ICT tools facilitate the acquisition of basic skills in Maths, English, Science,
etc
C. ICT tools enhance teaching through the use of presentation software.
D. ICT tools force students to learn at others’ pace.
28. Which of the following computer keyboard keys are used for issuing commands?
A. Alphanumeric
B. Numeric
C. Standard
D. Function
29. Which of the following mouse buttons when clicked, provides a menu which a
user can choose from?
A. Left button
B. Right button
C. Scroll ball
D. Scroll button
30. Making changes to an existing document is referred to as

A. creating.
B. modifying.
C. adjusting.
D. editing.
31. A symbol on the screen that indicates where the next character typed will appear
is
A. text mark.
B. indicator.
C. pointing stick.
D. insertion point.
32. Which of the following steps can be used to change font type of a document?
A. Format/Select/Font/Font Type
B. Font/Select/Format/Font Type/Ok
C. Select/Format/Font Type/Ok
D. Format/Font/Highlight/Ok/Font Type
33. The Standard Toolbar contains buttons that

A. control page margins and tabs.
B. perform the most common tasks.
C. help users navigate through the document.
D. close and resize windows.
34. In using MS Word, one can decide to see exactly how the pages of the current
document will appear when printed. Which of the following best describes this?
A. Printer Print
B. Print Preview
C. Printer View
D. Print View
35. The basic information on the internet can be in the form of the following except
A. text.
B. sound.
C. graphic.
D. game.
36. If you want any information on the internet that contains the keywords “Kofi”,
“Annan” and “Ghana”, which of the following would be the most appropriate
search text to provide to the search engine?
I. Search for Kofi Annan and Ghana on any website
II. I want any information on Kofi Annan and Ghana
III. Kofi Annan Ghana
A. I only
B. II only
C. I and II only
D. III only
37. A student wants to search for information on the internet to have solution to the
ICT assignment from school. Which of the following do you recommend for
him/her to use?
A. E-mail Address
B. Search Engine
C. Compose
D. Inbox
38. A set of cells in the horizontal direction in a spreadsheet application is called

A. active cell.
B. column.
C. row.
D. sheet.
39. In spreadsheets, you can create a relationship between two cells using
A. numbers.
B. text.
C. formulae.
D. rows.
40. The sign used to prompt a spreadsheet that a user is about to apply a
formula/function to a cell is
A. = or +
B. = or –
C. = or *
D. = or /
END OF OBECTIVE TEST
OBJECTIVE TEST
ANSWERS
1. C. program
2. C. peripherals
3. B. secondary storage
4. C. running
5. B. multitasking
6. D. copying
7. C. information processing cycle
8. A. QWERTY
9. B. Spreadsheet
10. B. application software
11. B. read only memory
12. A. BIOS
13. B. Touch pad
14. D. operating system
15. A. command line
16. C. deleting
17. B. eye
18. C. elbows on the table
19. A. accuracy
20. B. copyright
21. A. .doc
22. C. World Wide Web
23. B. protocols
24. C. E-mail
25. C. II and III only
26. D. scrolling
27. D. ICT tools force students to learn at others’ pace.
28. D. Function
29. B. Right button
30. B. modifying
31. D. insertion point
32. C. Select/Format/Font Type/Ok
33. B. perform the most common tasks
34. B. Print Preview
35. D. game
36. D. III only
37. B. Search Engine
38. C. row
39. C. formulae
40. A. = or +
BECE 2017
PAPER 2
ESSAY
Answer Question 1
[Compulsory]
1. (a) Study the worksheet below carefully and use it to answer (i) – (vi)
A B C D E F G
1 BECE CLASS 3 RESULTS
Serial
2 NAME MATHS ENGLISH SCIENCE TOTAL
No.
3 1 Mensah Kofi 63 67 45 175
4 2 Jonfia Esi 34 78 64 176
5 3 Mends Eddy 54 82 66 202
6 4 Skews Okra 58 57 65 180
7 5 Coffie Sans 50 50 54 154
8 6 okrah Emma 56 83 67 206
9 7 TOTAL 315 417 361 1093
(i) Outline the steps by which the Serial No. (1, 2, …, 7) were
generated without typing them one by one.
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(ii) What is the cell address in which the name “MATHS” was entered?
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(iii) Write down the cell range in which “BECE CLASS 3 RESULTS” was
typed.
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(iv) Write the spreadsheet formula that was used in computing the
total value “202” in cell G5.
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(v) Write the spreadsheet function used in computing the total “417”
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(vi) How many cells are in the cell range C3:E6?

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(b) Outline the proper way of shutting down a computer after using it.
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(c) Identify the following web browsers
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SECTION B
2. (a) State three uses of the shift key on the computer keyboard.
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(b) Write down the acronyms below in full:
(i) HDD:
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(ii) VDU:
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(iii) BIOS:
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3. (a) State two functions:

(i) of an input device;
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(ii) performed by an output device;

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(b) Match the items in Group 1 to those in Group 2 with lines.
Group 1 Group 2
Speedometer Bank
Electric stove School
Money Counting Machine Hospital
X-ray Machine Vehicle
Home
4. (a) State three ways through which computers may be damaged.

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(b) List three specific areas of learning where ICT tools can be integrated.
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(c) List three devices that may be used for transmission of messages on the
internet.
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5. (a) The Operating System makes it easy to store files in places that make a lot
of sense. Give the default folder or storage area for the following files:
(i) Text files;

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(ii) Image files;

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(iii) Music files;

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(b) Write the shortcut keyboard keys combination for the following
commands as used in a word processing environment:
(i) Undo;
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(ii) Find;
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(iii) Select All.
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(c) List three toolbars available in a word processing application.

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END OF ESSAY TEST

ESSAY
ANSWERS
SECTION A
1. (a)
(i) Steps to generate Serial No. (1, 2, …,7) without typing them
one by one.
Method A
1. Enter 1 in cell A3
3. Select cells A3 and A4
4. Click at the bottom right corner of the selected range.
5. Drag to Cell A9 and release the mouse button.
Method B
2. Click at the bottom right corner of the active cell
3. Hold down the Ctrl key
4. Drag to cell A9 and release the mouse button.
Method C
1. Type 1 in cell A3
2. Select A3 to A9
3. Click on EDIT
4. Point to “fill”
5. Click on “series”
6. Enter the step value (1)
7. Enter the stop value (7)
8. Click OK
NB: There are several other alternatives to do this.
(ii) Cell address in which the name “MATHS” was entered:

D2
(iii) Cell range in which “BECE CLASS 3 RESULTS” was typed:

A1:G1
(iv) Formula that was used in computing the total value “202” in
cell G5:
=D5+E5+F5 OR =(D5+E5+F5)
(v) Function used in computing the total “417” in cell E9.

=SUM(E3:E8) OR =SUM(E3, E4, E5, E6, E7, E8)
(vi) Number of cells in the cell range C3:E6?

12 cells
(b) The proper way of shutting down a computer after using it.
1. Close all programs / applications.
2. Click on start button on the taskbar.
3. Click on the “Turn Off Computer” in the start menu.
4. Click on the “Shut Down” button.
5. Turn off the monitor
6. Unplug the main power supply / source
(c) Identified web browsers

(i) Internet Explorer
(ii) Mozilla Firefox / Firefox
(iii) Opera / Opera mini
SECTION B
2. (a) Uses of the shift key

• It is used together with alphabet keys to type uppercase (capital)
letters when the caps lock is off.
• It is used together with alphabet keys to type lowercase letters
when the caps lock is on.
• It is used in combination with the arrow keys to select series of
text.
• It is used in combination with other keys to select / type the top-
row characters.
• It is used in playing some computer games, etc.
(b) Full meaning of the acronyms below:
(i) HDD: Hard Disk Drive
(ii) VDU: Visual Display Unit OR Video Display Unit
(iii) BIOS: Basic Input / Output System
3. (a) Functions:
(i) of an input device;
• Feeding the computer with data / information
• Giving the computer commands and instructions
• Changes human language to the computer language.
(ii) performed by an output device;
• Provides processed data / stored information to the user.

• Indicates what the computer needs from user
• Changes the processed data from the computer language to
human language
(b) Matching items in Group 1 to those in Group 2 with lines.
Group 1 Group 2
Speedometer Bank
Electric stove School
Money Counting Machine Hospital
X-ray Machine Vehicle
Home
4. (a) Ways through which computers may be damaged.

• Exposure to dusty environment
• Exposure to excessive heat
• Lack of proper maintenance
• Accessing a disk or network that has been infected with a virus.
• Erratic power fluctuations.
• Attempting to correct a problem on your computer without having full
knowledge of the actual problem / cause.
• Exposure to high humidity environment
• Putting magnets on or near the computer
• Blocking the computer’s vents, etc.
(b) Specific areas of learning where ICT tools can be integrated.

• Mathematics
• Science
• English Language
• Research
• Governance
• Health
• Education
• Business, etc.
(c) Devices used for transmission of messages on the internet

• Computer
• Modem
• Telephone line / Radio Network
• Router
• Telephone
• Mobile phone, etc.
5. (a) Default folder or storage area for the following files:
(i) Text files; Documents / My Documents
(ii) Image files; Pictures / My Pictures
(iii) Music files; Music / My Music
(b) Shortcut keys for the following commands:
(i) Undo; Ctrl + Z
(ii) Find; Ctrl + F
(iii) Select All Ctrl + A
(c) Toolbars available in a word processing application:

• Standard toolbar
• Formatting toolbar
• Drawing toolbar
• Picture
• WordArt
• Forms
• Frames
• Ribbon

BECE 2018
PAPER 1
OBJECTIVE TEST
1. How many characters make up a byte?

A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
2. Which of the following devices sends commands into the computer?

A. Keyboard
B. Pen drive
C. Printer
D. System unit
3. Which of the following storage media normally stores the operating system?
A. Flash disk
B. Hard disk
C. Magnetic tape
D. Zip disk
4. Using a computer application is known as

A. installing
B. launching
C. operating
D. running
5. The system tray is also called

A. clock
B. notification area
C. quick launch
D. taskbar
6. The default storage location for files and folders is

A. My Briefcase
B. My Computer
C. My Document
D. My Network Places
7. Which of the following statements are true about files?
I. A file can be renamed whilst it is open.
II. A file cannot be deleted whilst it is open.
III. A file deleted from a computer may be found in a recycle bin or trash bin.
A. I & II only
B. I & III only
C. II & III only
D. I & II & III
8. Which of the following devices is used to process information?

A. Computer
B. Speedometer
C. Thermometer
D. Weighing scale
9. Which of the following items is not a source of computer virus?

A. CD-R
B. CD-ROM
C. Internet
D. Pen drive
10. How many arrow keys are found on the computer keyboard?
A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
11. In a spreadsheet application, which of the following displays the contents of the
active cell?
A. Formula bar
B. Menu bar
C. Name box
D. Standard toolbar
12. The following are components in the system unit except

A. CPU
B. RAM
C. ROM
D. VDU
13. Microsoft Word, Encarta kids, Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing are examples of
B. operating system
C. open source package
D. system software
14. The following are input devices except

A. keyboard
B. monitor
C. mouse
D. scanner
15. From which of the following storage media will deleted items be sent to the recycle
bin?
A. Flash disk
B. Floppy disk
C. Hard disk
D. Zip disk
16. The name given to the background area of a computer when turned on is
A. desktop
B. folder
C. icon
D. window
17. Which of the following is used as a shortcut means to open files, folders and
programs?
A. Desktop
B. Icon
C. Screen
D. Start menu
18. A folder inside another folder is called

A. attached folder
B. main folder
C. parent folder
D. subfolder
19. Which of the following is the effect of loud ringing tone?

A. Headache
B. Hearing impairment
C. Neck pain
D. Wrist pain
20. The computer program designed to prevent viruses from damaging the computer
and its files is called
A. anti-virus
B. virus
C. virus infection
D. virus protector
21. The default orientation for Word document is
A. A4
B. landscape
C. letter
D. portrait
22. In a web browser, where is the website address typed?

A. Address bar
B. Home page
C. Menu bar
D. Status bar
23. Radio satellite setup has two parts namely receiver and
A. broadcaster
B. recorder
C. transformer
D. transmitter
24. A system of interconnected computers, telephones, or other communication

devices that can communicate with one another and share applications and data
is referred to as
A. extranet
B. internet
C. intranet
D. network
25. The capacity of the 3 ½ inches floppy disk is

A. 80 KB
B. 1.2 MB
C. 1.4 MB
D. 2.88 MB
26. The background image that appears on a computer desktop is known as

A. background theme
B. background panel
C. screen saver
D. wallpaper
27. Which of the following programs would support the study of Mathematics?
A. CorelDraw
B. Encarta
C. MS Excel
D. MS-Word
28. To create a space between characters, words and sentences, use the
A. backspace key
B. enter key
C. shift key
D. space bar key
29. Which part of the computer mouse button is used to select an object on-screen?
A. Left button
B. Right button
C. Scroll ball
D. Scroll button
30. Making changes and corrections of grammatical errors to an existing document is

referred to as
A. correction
B. deleting
C. editing
D. formatting
31. Which of the following keyboard keys can be used to delete characters in a Word
processing program?
A. Backspace
B. Shift
C. Space bar
D. Tab
32. Which of the following keyboard key should be pressed to start a new paragraph
in a Word processing document?
A. Control + Enter key
B. Down cursor key
C. Enter key
D. Shift + Enter key
33. Which of the following bars displays the heading of an open window?
A. Menu bar
B. Status bar
C. Standard toolbar
D. Title bar
34. The print preview button is located on which of the following toolbars?
A. Drawing
B. Formatting
C. Header and Footer
D. Standard
35. Which of the following is compulsory when composing and sending an e-mail?
A. Message Body
B. Message Header/Subject
C. Recipient’s E-mail Address
D. Sender’s Name
36. Specialized program that assists a user to locate information on the web and on
the internet is called
A. agents
B. search engine
C. web
D. web portal
37. Which of the following is a complete website address?

A. hhpp://www.waecgh.org
B. htpp://www.waecgh.org
C. hhtp://www.waecgh.org
D. http://www.waecgh.org
38. In a spreadsheet application, which of the following symbols represents

multiplication?
A. x
B. *
C. ÷
D. #
39. Which of the following is used for multiplication operation in spreadsheet

functions?
A. ADD
B. AVERAGE
C. MULTIPLICATION
D. PRODUCT
40. Which of the following is used to find the minimum number among a set of
numbers in spreadsheet functions?
A. MAX
B. MIN
C. MAXIMUM
D. MINIMUM

OBJECTIVE TEST
ANSWERS
1. A 1
2. A Keyboard
3. B Hard disk
4. D running
5. B notification area
6. C My Documents
7. C II & III only
8. A Computer
9. B CD-ROM
10. C 4
11. A Formula Bar
12. D VDU
13. A application software
14. B monitor
15. C Hard disk
16. A desktop
17. B icon
18. D subfolder
19. B Hearing impairment
20. A anti-virus
21. D portrait
22. A address bar
23. D transmitter
24. D network
25. C 1.44 MB
26. D wallpaper
27. C MS-Excel
28. D space bar key
29. A Left button
30. C editing
31. A Backspace
32. C Enter key
33. D Title bar
34. D Standard
35. C Recipient’s E-mail Address
36. B search engine
37. D http://www.waecgh.org
38. B *
39. D PRODUCT
40. B MIN
BECE 2018
PAPER 2
ESSAY
SECTION A
Answer Question 1
[Compulsory]
1. (a) Study the image carefully and use it to answer questions(a)(i – (vi)
i. What is the name of the image shown above?
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ii. Name the parts of the image represented by A, B, C, D, E and F in 1

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(b) State the function of the parts labeled A and D in 1 (a) above.
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(c) List four uses of the internet.
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(d) Write the name of the following computer keyboard key characters.
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iii. {} ………………………………………………………………………………….
iv. / …………………………………………………………………………………..
SECTION B
2. (a) Give the functions of the following keyboard keys:
i. Backspace……………………………………………………………………………………
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ii. Spacebar……………………………………………………………………………………
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(b) i. Outline three differences between selecting and highlighting text

in a Word processing application.
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ii. Name two word processors.

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3. (a) State the two types of storage media
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(b) i. Give three important features of storage media.

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ii. State two ways to protect storage media.

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4. (a) What is:

i. application software:
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ii. system software:

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iii. a folder:
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(b) Give three examples of an operating system.

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5. (a) List three toolbars or bars in a spreadsheet application.

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(b) Define the following terms as used in a spreadsheet application.
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ii. active cell:

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iii. name box:

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END OF ESSAY TEST

ESSAY
ANSWERS
SECTION A
1. (a) i. Name for the image shown above

Internet Explorer Window / Internet Browser Window /
Web Browser Window
ii. Name the areas represented by A, B, C, D, E and F in 1 (a):

A– Back button
B– Forward button
C– Title bar
D– Address bar/ Location bar/ URL bar
E– Refresh button / Reload button
F– Stop button
(b) Function of the parts labeled A and D in 1 (a) above
i. A - Back Button:
It allows a user to revisit/go back to the previously attended or
viewed webpage.
ii. D - Address bar:

It allows a user to input the URL or web address of a website.
It displays the website address of the current webpage.
(c) Uses of the internet

• It is used in search of information.
• It is used for communicating with one another.
• It is used for teaching and learning.
• It is used for online shopping.
• It is used for watching movies.
• It is used for playing games.
• It is used for social networking.
(d) Names of the following computer keyboard key characters
i. & - Ampersand / And
ii. ^ - Caret / Circum Flex / Exponent
iii. {} – Curly brackets / Brackets / Braces
iv. / - Forward slash / Division/ Division sign

SECTION B
2. (a) Give the functions of the following keyboard keys:
i. Backspace:
It is used to delete/erase characters to the left of the insertion
point.
ii. Space bar:

It is used to create space / gap between words or characters
(b) i. Differences between selecting and highlighting text
SELECTING HIGHLIGHTING
1. Meant for formatting 1. Laying emphasis on a point.
purpose.
2. Background vanishes after 2. Background stays after
formatting. highlighting
3. Temporary action. 3. Permanent/long lasting
action.
4. Not dependent on colour. 4. Dependent on colour.
5. Involves one step to 5. Involves multiple steps to

accomplish. accomplish.
ii. Names of word processors.

• Microsoft Word
• Writer
• WordPerfect
• WordPad
• Notepad
• WordStar
• Pages
• IBM Lotus Word Pro
• Kingsoft Writer
• Apache OpenOffice Writer
3. (a) The types of storage media.

• Magnetic storage media
• Optical storage media
(b) i. Important features of storage media.
• Some of them have tracks.
• They have sectors.
• They have data area.
• They have silver coated surfaces.
• They are non-volatile or store data permanently.
• Capacity is reckoned in terms of bytes.
• It has addressable unit.
• It is accessed sequentially or randomly.
• Made of plastic material.
• Data are recorded on sectors within tracks.
• Each track is subdivided into sectors
ii. Ways to protect storage media.

• Keep storage media in a protective jacket.
• Keep storage media away from magnetic field.
• Write-protect storage media.
• Keep storage media away from moisture.
• Keep storage media away from dirt.
• Keep storage media in a protective case.
• Keep storage media from hot environment.
4. (a) Meaning of the following:
i. Application software:
It is the program/ set of instructions used to perform a specific
task by the user.
ii. System software:

It is the program/ set of instructions used to control the operations
of a computer.
iii. Folder:
This is a virtual place/location on the computer where programs,
files and other folders can be kept/placed/stored/organized.
(b) Examples of operating system

• Microsoft Disk Operating System (MS - DOS)
• Microsoft Windows
• Macintosh Operating System (Mac OS)
• Linux
• Ubuntu
• Chrome OS
5. (a) Toolbars or bars in a spreadsheet application:
• Title bar
• Status bar
• Menu bar
• Formatting toolbar
• Standard toolbar
• Formula bar
• Scroll bar
(b) Definition of the following terms in a spreadsheet application:
i. Cell:
A cell is a rectangular space in a worksheet formed by the
intersection of a row and a column, and it is identified by the
column letter and row number.
ii. Active cell:

Active cell is the current selected cell which is ready to accept data
entry from the user.
iii. Name box:

Name box is the feature of a worksheet that displays the name of
the active or selected cell.

BECE 2019
PAPER 1
OBJECTIVE TEST
1. An electronic and programmable device that processes data into useful

information is called
A. computer
B. peripheral
C. processor
D. technology
2. Which of the following media uses laser technology to write and read data?
A. Floppy disk
B. Hard disk
C. Optical disc
D. Pen drive
3. Turning off the computer is also known as

A. booting
B. installation
C. programming
D. shutting down
4. The following are items located on the default taskbar except

A. date
B. clock
C. recycle bin
D. start menu button
5. Files are best kept in

A. icons
B. folders
C. programs
D. applications
6. The end results of the information processing cycle that cannot be touched is
referred to as
A. hard copy
B. hardware
C. soft copy
D. software
7. A malicious software specially designed to cause computer system to be slow and

malfunction is
A. an application
B. bacteria
C. a germ
D. a virus
8. The arrow keys on the computer keyboard are also referred to as

A. cursor keys
B. function keys
C. shift keys
D. special purpose keys
9. The name given to each cell according to its column label and row number is called
A. active cell
B. cell formula
C. cell reference
D. highlighted cell
10. Which of the following applications is an example of a Word processor?

A. Excel
B. Lotus 1-2-3
C. Notepad
D. Print artist
11. The only software that runs without a user’s instruction on a computer is the
B. operating software
C. scanner program
D. storage program
12. The Liquid Crystal Display monitor of a computer is also known as the
A. cathode ray tube
B. display screen
C. flat panel display
D. television display
13. A pen-like device that is used to enter data by applying pressure on a screen is the
A. joystick
B. mouse
C. pointer
D. stylus
14. One gigabyte of data approximates to

A. 10 megabytes of data
B. 100 megabytes of data
C. 1000 megabytes of data
D. 10,000 megabytes of data
15. Which of the following devices will turn off first when shutting down the
computer?
A. Monitor
B. Stabilizer
C. System unit
D. Uninterruptible Power Supply
16. The title bar of an opened application always displays the name of the application
and the name of the
A. computer
B. document
C. software
D. system
17. To remove unwanted shortcuts from the desktop, which of the following options
will be appropriate?
I. Click on the shortcut icon once and press the delete key on the keyboard
II. Drag the shortcut icon into the Recycle Bin
III. Right-click on the shortcut icon and select delete from the pop-up menu.
A. I and II only
B. I and III only
C. II and III only
D. I, II and III
18. The safety measure to prevent back ache when using the computer for a very long
time is to
A. answer or receive calls when charging mobile phone
B. avoid plugging ICT tools on damaged sockets
C. position the body correctly
D. use plastic chair always
19. The best measure that computer users should practice to reduce the chances of
wrist and finger pains due to long term usage of the computer is to
A. adjust the lightening of the computer screen
B. close the eyes and rest them for one minute
C. spread fingers apart
D. use adjustable chair always
20. Illegal copying of operating system, application software, music and videos is
referred to as copyright
A. law
B. issues
C. protection
D. infringement
21. To resave an edited document, use

A. Ctrl + C
B. Ctrl + S
C. Ctrl + V
D. Ctrl + X
22. A collection of linked documents or pages stored on millions of computers and

distributed across the world is called
A. browser
B. hyperlink
C. internet
D. World Wide Web
23. The device used to transform digital signals to analogue signals and vice versa on
a network is a
A. hub
B. modem
C. telephone
D. digital box
24. Google is an example of a

A. browser
B. search engine
C. spam mail
D. website
25. Mrs Famiyeh wants to copy information onto a compact disc, clean the content
and later copy the information again. Which of the following media would you
advise her to use?
A. CD
B. CD-R
C. CD-RW
D. CD-ROM
26. To execute more than one program at the same time, the system software being
used should be capable of
A. compatibility
B. multitasking
C. multiprocessing
D. portability
27. Which of the following statements best describes a computer operator? A person
who
A. carries a computer from one location to the other to work
B. obtains a degree in computer science and its related fields of study
C. operates the device that inputs and outputs data from the computer
D. writes computer programs for a specific purpose
28. A document which shows its entire text in upper case means that the user has
activated the
A. alt key
B. caps lock key
C. num lock key
D. shift + F3
29. Pressing and releasing the left mouse button twice in quick succession is termed
A. dragging
B. double-clicking
C. left-clicking
D. right-clicking
30. Which of the following keys is used to create a new line in Word processing?
A. Ctrl key
B. Enter key
C. Esc key
D. Shift key
31. The feature in Word processors that automatically moves the cursor to the
beginning of the next line when the current typing line ends is called
A. auto text
B. auto correct
C. line flow
D. word wrap
32. A red wavy line under a word in a Word processing document refers to word
A. not in the computer dictionary
B. not recognized by the computer
C. too long for the computer
D. too short for the computer
33. The shortcut to some commands on the menu bar of a Word processing
application program can be found on the
A. scroll bar
B. status bar
C. standard toolbar
D. title bar
34. Which of the following document views would show the document as it would look
when it is printed?
A. Normal view
B. Outline view
C. Print layout view
D. Web layout view
35. The buttons for reload/ refresh, back, stop and forward can be found on the
following applications except
A. Search engine
B. Web browser
C. Website
D. WhatsApp
36. The software that enable users access web pages on the internet is called
A. browser
B. website
C. access engine
D. search engine
37. In computing, the exchange of information is referred to as

A. communication
B. conversation
C. education
D. entertainment
38. Which of the following functions is used to find the mean number in a set of
numbers in Spreadsheet?
A. Average
B. Maximum
C. Minimum
D. Summation
39. The content of a selected cell is shown in the

A. formula bar
B. name box
C. status bar
D. title bar
40. An application that helps the user to change any number in a cell and immediately
see the result of that change in another cell is a
A. Database
B. Presentation
C. Spreadsheet
D. Word processor
OBJECTIVE TEST
ANSWERS
1. A. computer
2. C. Optical disc
3. D. shutting down
4. C. recycle bin
5. B. folders
6. C. soft copy
7. D. a virus
8. A. cursor keys
9. C. cell reference
10. C. Notepad
11. B. operating software
12. C. flat panel display
13. D. stylus
14. C. 1000 megabytes of data
15. C. System unit
16. B. document
17. D. I, II and III
18. C. position the body correctly
19. C. spread fingers apart
20. D. infringement
21. B. Ctrl + S
22. D. world wide web
23. B. modem
24. B. search engine
25. C. CD-RW
26. B. multitasking
27. C. operates the device that inputs and outputs data from the computer
28. B. caps lock key
29. B. double-clicking
30. B. Enter key
31. D. word wrap
32. A. not in the computer dictionary
33. C. standard toolbar
34. C. Print layout view
35. D. WhatsApp
36. A. browser
37. A. communication
38. A. Average
39. A. formula bar
40. A. Database
BECE 2019
PAPER 2
ESSAY
SECTION A
Answer Question 1
[Compulsory]
1. Study the text below carefully and use it to answer questions 1(a) to (g).
DISEASES: HOW TO CONTROL THE RISK
Every day our body wages war against enemies that are silent and unseen but
potentially deadly. Foreign invaders, such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites,
threaten your health. You are not likely to be aware of those battles because your
immune system repels or destroys most of the invaders before the onset of the
symptoms.
For thousands of years, people knew virtually nothing about the dangers of
microscopic or other small harmful organisms. However, when the 19th century
scientists confirmed the link between germ and diseases, we became better
equipped to defend ourselves.
Medical researchers have since eliminated or greatly reduced the

threat of some infectious diseases, including smallpox and polio.
Recently, however, others, such as yellow fever and dengue, have made
a comeback.
(a) Write down the application software that was used to create above text.
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(b) List two examples of the application software mentioned in (a) above.
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(c) Give the name of the text area labelled A

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(d) Write down the name of the font styles applied to the following words in
the text:
(i) potentially deadly;
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(ii) harmful organisms

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(iii) Medical researchers

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(e) Write down the type of alignment applied to the paragraphs labelled B, C
and D in the text:
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C. ………………………………………………………………………………………………….
D. ………………………………………………………………………………………………….
(f) List the steps used in underlining the words in the text area labelled A,
which was typed with the caps lock key on.
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(g) Write down the name given to the process of applying the various styles
and paragraphs to the text.
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SECTION B
Answer three questions only from this section.
2. (a) Using the table below, indicate where the following components can
be seen on the computer system unit.
CD/DVD slot, CPU, Floppy disk slot, Memory, Motherboard, Power
button, Power supply port, PS/2 port, VGA port.
BACK VIEW FRONT VIEW INSIDE VIEW
(b) What is copyright?

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3. Explain the following computer terms:

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4. (a) State the function of each of the following devices:

(i) Floppy disk
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(ii) Keyboard
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(iii) Uninterruptible power supply

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(b) Explain each of the following terms:
(i) Clicking;
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(ii) Dragging
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5. State three uses of computers each of the following areas:

(a) Education
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(b) Everyday life;

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END OF ESSAY TEST

ESSAY
ANSWERS
SECTION A
1. (a) The application software that was used to create above text.
Word processing application / Word Processor
(b) Examples of the application software used:

• Microsoft Word / MS Word
• MS Office Word
• WordPad
• Notepad
• Kingsoft Writer
• WordPerfect
(c) Name of the text area labelled A

Heading / Title / Topic
(d) Name of the font styles applied to the following words in the text:
(i) potentially deadly – Bold
(ii) harmful organisms - Italic
(iii) Medical research – Bold Italic
(e) Type of alignment applied to the paragraphs B, C and D in the text:

B. Justify
C. Align left
D. Align right
(f) Steps used in underlining the words in the text area labelled A
1. Select the text you want to underline

2. Press Ctrl + U keys on the keyboard
OR
1. Select the text you want to underline
2. Click the underline button on the formatting toolbar
(g) Name given to the process of applying the various styles and
paragraphs to the text.
Formatting / Text Formatting
SECTION B
2. (a) Where components can be seen on the computer system unit.
BACK VIEW FRONT VIEW INSIDE VIEW

VGA Port CD/ DVD slot CPU
Power Supply Port Floppy Disc slot Memory
PS/ 2 Port Power button Motherboard
(b) Meaning of copyright

Copyright is a legal right that prohibits the reproduction of other people’s
intellectual property without permission from the original author or
owner.
3. Explanation of the following computer terms:

(a) Hardware: It is the physical components that make up the computer
system that can be seen and touched.
Examples are monitor, mouse, keyboard and system unit.
(b) Network: This is the interconnection of two or more computers and

other devices for the purpose of sharing information and other resources
using either wire or wireless technology.
(c) Software: It is a logical set of instructions that tells the computer what to
do and enables a user to interact with the computer.
(d) Virus: Computer virus is a malicious software that is capable of

replicating itself and causes harm to files or programs on an infected
computer.
4. (a) Function of each of the following devices:
(i) Floppy disk:

It is used for data storage, backup and for transfer or sharing of
information.
(ii) Keyboard:
It is used to enter data and commands into the computer system.
(iii) Uninterruptible Power Supply:
It provides constant power to the computer system when the input
main source of electric power fails.
OR
It stabilizes the power supply to the computer system during
power fluctuations.
(b) Explanation of each of the following terms:

(i) Clicking:
It is the act of pressing and releasing the left mouse button once
without moving the mouse.
(ii) Dragging:
It is the act of pressing and holding down the left mouse button
while moving the mouse.
5. Uses of computers in each of the following areas:
(a) Education:
• It is used for distance/ virtual learning online.
• It is used for research on the internet.
• It is used to conduct exercises, assignments and examinations.
• It is used for lesson presentation to make the learning lively.
• It used in communication among teachers, students and parents.
• It is used to keep learners’ academic records, etc.
(b) Everyday life:

• It is used in entertainment for playing games, music, and movies.
• It is used for weather forecasts.
• It is used for business through advertisement, buying and selling
online.
• It is used to perform complex calculations.
• It is used for controlling car alarms
• It is used in healthcare for scientific research, diagnosis and
treatment of diseases.
• It is used for digital and internet banking, etc.
• It is used for communication through e-mail and social networks.

BECE 2020
PAPER 1
OBJECTIVE TEST
Answer all the questions
1. A computer model that looks like a brief case is called

A. tower
B. laptop
C. desktop
D. palmtop
2. The following components are forms of pointing devices except

A. mouse
B. cursor
C. trackball
D. touch pad
3. Which of the following devices provides permanent storage of information for

future retrieval and use?
A. Modem
B. Light pen
C. Sound card
D. Memory stick
4. The process of putting the computer into a state of readiness for operation is
referred to as
A. booting
B. loading
C. locating
D. starting
5. The operating system is a type of

A. system software
B. program software
C. application software
D. communication software
6. The duplication of an original document is referred to as

A. backup
B. copying
C. back down
D. production
7. The following techniques are primary sources of data collection except

A. surveys
B. interviews
C. information
D. questionnaire
8. Which of the following reasons best describes copyright protection?

A. To copy intellectual properties
B. To hide intellectual properties
C. To keep intellectual properties
D. To protect intellectual properties
9. The combination of letters and numbers as used in computing environment is

termed
A. letters
B. characters
C. alphanumbers
D. alphanumeric
10. A set of cells in the vertical direction in a spreadsheet application is called

A. row
B. sheet
C. column
D. active cell
11. The software that manages the communication between the hardware and the
application software is the
A. open office
B. Microsoft office
C. utility software
D. operating system
12. Which of the following data measuring units is not in the computer field?
A. Gigabyte
B. Kilobyte
C. Megabyte
D. Zingabyte
13. The following options are computer output devices except

A. monitor
B. printer
C. scanner
D. projector
14. One megabyte of data is approximately equal to
A. 1,000 bytes of data
B. 10,000 bytes of data
C. 100,000 bytes of data
D. 1,000,000 bytes of data
15. Which of the following options will lead to warm booting?

A. Log off
B. Turn off
C. Restart
D. Hibernate
16. An operating system has all the following features except

A. icons
B. scroll bar
C. system tray
D. wall paper
17. Which of the following tools gives the user a log of all opened applications?
A. Task bar
B. Title bar
C. Start menu
D. Start button
18. Which of the following options is not a safety measure?

A. Danger
B. Security
C. Antivirus
D. Protection
19. The following options are possible health hazards of prolonged use of the
computer systems except
A. numbness
B. eye strain
C. good vision
D. back pains
20. The practice of copying and distributing information without the permission of
the owner is known as
A. spam
B. piracy
C. privacy
D. copyright
21. To edit a word document, the user must first

A. bold the word
B. format the word
C. select the word
D. underline the word
22. The acronym ISP stands for

A. Internet System Provider
B. Internet Service Provider
C. Information System Provider
D. Information Service Provider
23. A tool for locating information on the internet is called

A. website
B. web browser
C. search engine
D. information search
24. In computing, an element which links one document to another or within the
same document is referred to as a
A. pointer
B. hyperlink
C. web page
D. web browser
25. It is appropriate to use a backup when the original file is

A. new
B. lost
C. fresh
D. intact
26. A user can arrange icons by

I. Date
II. Type
III. Name
IV. Colour
The correct option by which the user can arrange the icons are?
A. I and II only
B. I, II and III only
C. I, II and IV only
D. II, III and IV only
27. A teacher who uses a video to teach students is making use of ICT in
A. education
B. communication
C. entertainment
D. advertisement
28. To centre text in a word processing application, use the keyboard keys
combination
A. Ctrl + U
B. Ctrl + L
C. Ctrl + E
D. Ctrl + B
29. The keyboard keys combination that will allow a user to move from the current
cursor position in a word document to the beginning of the first line of the first
page is
A. Ctrl + end
B. Ctrl + tab
C. Ctrl + home
D. Ctrl + page up
30. The justify command will align the selected text to

A. the left of the margin
B. the right of the margin
C. the centre of the margin
D. both left and right of the margin
31. The align centre command will place the selected text at the centre of the
A. page
B. print
C. window
D. screen
32. Highlighting a text is similar to

A. editing the text
B. selecting the text
C. formatting the text
D. paragraphing the text
33. Which of the following menu options contains the print command in word
processing application window?
A. File
B. Edit
C. View
D. Format
34. The keyboard shortcut keys for printing a document is

A. Alt + P
B. Ctrl + P
C. Alt + print
D. Ctrl + print
35. The set of rules that enables different types of computers and networks on the
internet to communicate with one another is the
A. internet
B. network
C. protocol
D. communication
36. Which of the following computer components is used to display the desktop
icons?
A. Mouse
B. Monitor
C. Joystick
D. System unit
37. Computer devices such as mouse and joystick are referred to as

A. output devices
B. network devices
C. pointing devices
D. standard devices
38. The intersection of a row and a column is called

A. cell
B. data
C. formula
D. worksheet
39. The spreadsheet cell that a user works in at any given time is called
A. active cell
B. inactive cell
C. adjacent cell
D. working cell
40. Cell address is normally displayed in the

A. title bar
B. status bar
C. name box
D. formula bar

OBJECTIVE TEST
ANSWERS
1. C. desktop
2. B. cursor
3. D. Memory stick
4. A. booting
5. A. system software
6. A. backup
7. C. information
8. D. To protect intellectual properties
9. D. alphanumeric
10. C. column
11. D. operating system
12. D. Zingabyte
13. C. scanner
14. D. 1,000,000 bytes of data
15. C. Restart
16. B. scroll bar
17. A. Task bar
18. A. Danger
19. C. good vision
20. B. piracy
21. C. select the word

22. B. Internet Service Provider
23. C. search engine
24. B. hyperlink
25. B. lost
26. B. I, II and III only
27. A. education
28. C. Ctrl + E
29. C. Ctrl + home
30. D. both left and right of the margin
31. A. page
32. B. selecting the text
33. A. File
34. B. Ctrl + P
35. C. protocol
36. B. Monitor
37. C. pointing devices
38. A. cell
39. A. active cell
40. C. name box

BECE 2020
PAPER 2
ESSAY
SECTION A
Answer Question 1
[Compulsory]
1. Study Figure 1 carefully and use it to answer questions 1(a) to (e)
(a) Write the name of the application displayed in Figure 1

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(b) Mention two things that the application identified in Figure 1 can be used
to create.
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(c) Write the name of the parts labelled A, B, C, D, E and F in Figure 1.

A: …………..…………………………………………………………………………………………….
B: …………..…………………………………………………………………………………………….
C: …………..…………………………………………………………………………………………….
D: …………..…………………………………………………………………………………………….
E: …………..…………………………………………………………………………………………….
F: …………..…………………………………………………………………………………………….
(d) List two of the items found in the part labelled A.

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(e) What is the part labelled D used for?

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SECTION B
Answer three questions only from this section.
2. (a) State two reasons for copyright protection.

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(b) List four products that normally requires copyright protection.

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(c) Outline the steps involved in restoring a deleted file.

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3. (a) Write the following acronyms in full:

(i) CD: ……………………………………………………………………………………………..
(ii) CPU:.....………………………………………………………………………………………..
(iii) DVD:…………………………………………………………………………………………...
(b) Explain the following terminologies as used in computing.
(i) Data:…………...………………………………………………………………………………
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(ii) Computer: …………………………………………………………………………………..

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4. State the steps involved in performing the following operations:
(a) Saving a newly created document in word processing application using

the appropriate menu command
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(b) Cutting and pasting a word document from one folder into another folder
all on the desktop.
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5. State the function of each of the following e-mail terminologies

(a) To:………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(b) Subject:……………………………………………………………………………………………...
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(c) Carbon Copy: ………………………………………………………………………………………...

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(d) Blind Carbon Copy: ………………………………………………………………………………

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END OF ESSAY TEST

ESSAY
ANSWERS
1. (a) Name of the application displayed in Figure 1.
Microsoft Paint / Paint application
(b) Things that the application identified in Figure 1 can be used to

create.
• Invitation and greeting cards
• Flyers
• Logo
• Brochure
• Banners
• Posters
• Images / Pictures / shapes / drawing / painting
(c) Name of each of the parts labelled in Figure 1.

A: Tools / Toolbox
B: Brushes
C: Shapes
D: Canvas / Drawing area
E: Colours / Colour Palette
F: Status Bar
(d) Items found in the part labelled A (Tools)

• Pencil
• Fill colour / Fill
• Text
• Eraser
• Colour picker
• Magnifier
(e) Use of the part labelled D (Canvas)

• It is the drawing space for sketching, painting and editing designs
OR
• It is the platform / area where the drawing is made.
SECTION B
2. (a) Reasons for copyright protection
• To protect the intellectual property of creators and authors.
• To prevents unauthorized reproduction of other people’s work.
• To make original creators enjoy the full benefits of their work.
• To promote healthy competition among authors.
• To prevent people from taking credit for other people’s work
• To encourage people to produce their own original works
(b) Products that normally requires copyright protection.

• Books (textbooks, storybooks, etc.)
• Software
• Music
• Movies
• Fine arts
• Poetry
• Audiovisuals
(c) Steps involved in restoring a deleted file.
Method 1 (restoring from the recycle bin)

1. Double-click on the recycle bin icon to open
2. Locate and select the file to be restored
3. Right-click on the selected file
4. Click on restore from the pop-up menu that appears
OR
1. Open the Recycle Bin
2. Double click on the file to restore
3. Click on Restore on the dialog box that appears
Method 2 (restoring at the folder where file was located)

1. Go to folder where deleted file was
2. Right click on it
3. Choose restore previous version
4. Select file
5. Click Restore
3. (a) Full meaning of the following acronyms:

(i) CD: Compact Disc
(ii) CPU: Central Processing Unit
(iii) DVD: Digital Versatile disc / Digital Video Display

(b) Explanation of the following computing terminologies:
(i) Data:
It is the raw unprocessed facts which may not be meaningful to the
user. Examples are texts, audio, images, videos, etc.
(ii) Computer:
A computer is an electronic device that accepts data as input,
processes the data, stores and produces information as an output.
4. Steps involved in performing the following operations:
(a) Saving a newly created document in word processing application

using the appropriate menu command.
1. Click on File on the menu bar

2. Click on Save As
3. Select the folder in which to save the document
4. Type the File Name
5. Select the format in which you wish to save the document
6. Click Save
(b) Cutting and pasting a word document from one folder into another
folder all on the desktop.
1. Double-click on the source folder to open.
2. Locate the word document and right-click on it.
3. Click on Cut
4. Double-click on the destination folder to open.
5. Right-click on a space inside the destination folder.
6. Click on Paste
OR
1. Double-click on the source folder to open.
2. Click on the word document to be cut
3. Press the Ctrl + X keys at the same time to cut the word document
4. Double-click on the destination folder to open
5. Click on space inside the destination folder
6. Press the Ctrl + V keys at the same time to paste the document.
5. Function of each of the following e-mail terminologies:
(a) To:
It is the location where the original recipient email address is entered
before sending the message.
(b) Subject:
It is the location where the title / heading of the email message is entered
before sending the message.
(c) Carbon Copy:

It is the feature used to send a copy of the original message to other
recipients who will know that others have received the same message.
(d) Blind Carbon Copy:

It is the feature used to send a copy of the original message to other
recipients without any of them knowing others have received the same
message.

BECE 2021
PAPER 1
OBJECTIVE TEST
Answer all the questions
1. Computers are classified according to the following features except

A. colour
B. purpose
C. size and capacity
D. data transmission
2. The utility software is one of the basic types of

A. system software
B. application software
C. communication software
D. word processing software
3. The information permanently stored in the Read Only Memory chip is called
A. liveware
B. malware
C. hardware
D. firmware
4. The computer device that is used to display information in the softcopy form is
the
A. mouse
B. printer
C. monitor
D. scanner
5. Which part of the computer mouse is used for double-clicking?

A. Scroll ball
B. Left button
C. Right button
D. Scroll button
6. Which of the following items is not a storage medium?

A. Plotters
B. Zip disk
C. Hard disk
D. Memory stick
7. One byte of data is equal to
A. 4 bits
B. 8 bits
C. 16 bits
D. 24 bits
8. The 3.5 inches floppy disk has a storage capacity of

A. 1.22 MB
B. 1.44 MB
C. 1.88 MB
D. 2.44 MB

A. a printer attached
B. an operating system
C. a virus checking program
D. a word processing application
10. Which of the following buttons on the Turn Off computer dialog box will lead a
user to a warm booting activity?
A. Restart
B. Log off
C. Turn off
D. Hibernate
11. The start button is found on the

A. task bar
B. scroll bar
C. status bar
D. system tray
12. Which of the following items is not a feature on the computer desktop?
A. Icon
B. Cursor
C. Wallpaper
D. Screen saver
13. The desktop feature which contains the quick launch button is the
A. icon
B. task bar
C. start button
D. control box
14. Files that are no more needed by the user are sent to:
A. Recycle bin
B. My briefcase
C. My documents
D. Recent documents
15. When a user unintentionally deletes files and folders from the computer hard
disk, the user can restore the deleted files and folders from
A. Recycle bin
B. My pictures
C. My documents
D. Recent documents
16. The two main terms involved in the Information Processing cycle are
A. raw facts and figures
B. data and information
C. raw data and Random Access Memory
D. Random Access Memory and Read Only Memory
17. Which of the following effects is associated with a computer user as a result of
radiation from the monitor?
A. Dizziness
B. Body pains
C. Neck pains
D. Eye irritation
18. The following are health problems associated with long term exposure to ICT
tools except
A. backache
B. toothache
C. wrist pain
D. blur vision
19. Which of the following activities is a bad practice in the usage of ICT tools?
A. Covering the monitor with dust covers after usage
B. Not making or receiving phone calls when charging the phone
C. Unplugging the computer power cable from the socket after switched off
D. Not applying the correct procedure to eject USB flash drive from the
computer system unit
20. ICT tools can be used to promote positive attitude in all the following ways
except
A. transacting business activities
B. teaching and learning in schools
C. sharing of pornographic information
D. accessing and retrieving information
21. The application of science and scientific knowledge in our daily life is termed
A. scientific
B. technology
C. information
D. communication
22. The navigation keys on the computer keyboard are also called
A. cursor keys
B. numeric keys
C. function keys
D. typewriter keys
23. Which of the following computer keyboard keys can be used to delete a
character?
A. Alt key
B. Shift key
C. Enter key
D. Backspace key
24. During typing lessons, which finger is used to type the letter D?
A. Left index finger
B. Left middle finger
C. Right index finger
D. Right middle finger
25. The commands used to move selected text from one location to another in the
same document is the
A. cut and copy commands
B. copy and edit commands
C. cut and paste commands
D. copy and paste commands
26. Which of the following keys is used for multiple selection of texts that are not
continuous?
A. Alt
B. Tab
C. Ctrl
D. Shift
27. To create a space while typing in a word processing environment, the computer
keyboard key used is the
A. shift
B. caps lock
C. space bar
D. back space
28. To underline a selected text in a Word document, the computer keyboard
shortcut keys used are
A. Alt + U
B. Tab + U
C. Ctrl + U
D. Shift + U
29. Which of the following options shows the contents of both the standard toolbar
and the formatting toolbar?
A. Design
B. Home tab
C. Page Layout
D. Clipboard group
30. To print a document after previewing, use the

A. Edit command
B. Print command
C. Open command
D. Save command
31. Which of the following is a valid website address?

A. htpp://waecgh.org
B. hppt://waecgh.org
C. hhtp://waecgh.org
D. http://waecgh.org
32. A special software that is used to access the internet is called

A. web page
B. address bar
C. web browser
D. search engine
33. In computing, an element or icon that links one document to another in a

different document or within the same document is a
A. pointer
B. web page
C. hyperlink
D. web browser
34. Which of the following options is a web browser?

A. DOS
B. Windows
C. Internet Explorer
D. Operating system
35. The command button that opens up a dialogue box for users to compose an email
message is the
A. sent button
B. junk button
C. inbox button
D. create button
36. Which feature of a web browser enables a user to access the latest information
from the browser?
A. Home
B. Refresh
C. Forward
D. Backward
37. Mathematical calculations in a Spreadsheet application are called

A. labels
B. values
C. numbers
D. formulae
38. Which of the following terms in a Spreadsheet application is identified by a letter

and a number?
A. Row
B. Cell
C. Range
D. Column
39. A selected cell in a spreadsheet application is the

A. Name box
B. Active cell
C. Cell address
D. Formula bar
40. The sign used to prompt a spreadsheet application that a user is about to apply a
formula to a cell is
A. -
B. \
C. /
D. =

OBJECTIVE TEST
ANSWERS
1. A colour
2. A system software
3. D firmware
4. C monitor
5. B Left button
6. A Plotters
7. B 8 bits
8. B 1.44 MB
9. B an operating system
10. A Restart
11. A task bar
12. D Screen saver
13. B task bar
14. A Recycle bin
15. A Recycle bin
16. B data and information
17. D Eye irritation
18. B toothache
19. D Not applying the correct procedure to eject USB flash drive from the
computer system unit
20. C sharing of pornographic information
21. B technology
22. A cursor keys
23. D Backspace key
24. B Left middle finger
25. C cut and paste commands
26. C Ctrl
27. C space bar
28. C Ctrl + U
29. B Home tab
30. B Print command
31. D http://waecgh.org
32. C web browser
33. C hyperlink
34. C Internet Explorer
35. D create button
36. B Refresh
37. D formulae
38. B Cell
39. B Active cell
40. D =
BECE 2021
PAPER 2
ESSAY
Answer Question 1
[Compulsory]
1. Study Figure 1 carefully and use it to answer questions 1(a) to (e).
(a) Write the name of the image displayed in Figure 1

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(b) List three types of applications similar to Figure 1 which can be used to
perform the same function as Figure 1 does.
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(c) Write the name of the parts labelled A, B and C as shown in Figure 1.
A.………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
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C.………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
(d) State two skills to be used to access information from the internet in
order to avoid unwanted materials.
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(e) State three advantages of using the internet in education.

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2. (a) Explain download as used in computing environment.

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(b) List three types of information that may be downloaded from a website
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(c) State one advantage of copying a file from a website into an open Word
processing application
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3. (a) Give two examples of a Word processing application

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(b) Complete the table below

Keyboard shortcut keys Action performed
Ctrl + A
Ctrl + B
Ctrl + E
Italicize selected text
Copy selected text
4. (a) What is an e-mail account?

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Use the image shown in Figure 2 to answer questions 4(b) to (d)

(b) Write a good e-mail address to be typed at where username is shown
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(c) State why the password appeared in dots

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(d) Give one reason why the system asked for the password to be typed
(again) when creating an e-mail account
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5. (a) Explain the following terminologies as used in a Spreadsheet application

(i) cell:
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(ii) cell address:

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(b) State two features of an active cell

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(c) State the data type of the data below as used in a spreadsheet application.
=SUM(B6:H6)
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END OF ESSAY TEST
ESSAY
ANSWERS
1. (a) Name of the image displayed in Figure 1

Web Browser / Browser window / Search Engine / Yahoo page
(b) Types of application similar to figure 1

• Google Chrome
• Netscape Navigator
• Opera
• Internet Explorer
• Microsoft Edge
• UC Browser
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
(c) Names of the labelled parts:

A - Address bar / URL bar
B - Search box / Web Search
C – Search / Search using Google
(d) Skills used to access information from the internet

• Topics should not be too broad
• Topics must be short and not too lengthy
• Relevant information always appears at the top of the search results,
etc.
• Type the exact and precise keywords
(e) Advantages of using the internet in education

• It helps in communication among students and teachers
• It creates easy access to educational materials and resources
• It can be used to play educational games
• It is used for educational friendships
• It is used for sharing/exchange of educational information
2. (a) Explanation of download

Download means to copy a document or files from the internet onto a
medium or other devices.
OR
Download is the transfer of information from a remote source to a local
computer/device.
(b) Types of information that can be downloaded from a website:
• Texts / Documents
• Videos/ movies
• Images/ Pictures
• Audio/ Music
• Animation
• Software
(c) Advantages of copying a file from a website to a Word processing

document.
• The user will get the entire content of the file into the word document
• The file can be used offline since it is stored locally
• It reduces the time of typing all over again
• The user gets the option to edit the information.
3. (a) Examples of Word processing application:

• Microsoft Word
• WordPad
• Notepad
• WPS Writer
• Google Docs
• Open Office Writer
• Apple TextEdit
• Corel WordPerfect
(b) Completed table below:

Keyboard shortcut keys Action performed
Ctrl + A Select all
Ctrl + B Bold
Ctrl + E Centre align
Ctrl + I Italicize selected text
Ctrl + C OR Ctrl + Ins Copy selected text
4. (a) Meaning of E-mail account

It is a user account used for sending and receiving messages on a network
OR
An e-mail account is the destination to which electronic mail messages
are delivered.
(b) Examples of a good e-mail address:
• [email protected]
(c) Why the typed password appeared in dots

• To hide the text from other users
• To protect the password from being stolen
• To prevent easy access to the password by others.
(d) Reason why the password is typed again

• To the first password typed
• To ensure that the password typed is correct
• To avoid password mismatch
5. (a) Explanation of the following terminologies

(i) Cell:
A cell is a rectangular space in a worksheet formed by the
intersection of a row and a column.
OR
A cell is the basic unit of a worksheet that can store data.
(ii) Cell address

Cell address is the location of a particular cell in a worksheet
which is identified by combination of a column letter and a row
number.
(b) Features of an active cell:

• The active cell has thick borders.
• Active cell has highlighted row and column headings.
• The cell address of an active cell appears in the name box.
• An active cell is the cell which is ready to accept data entry.
• An active cell is the selected cell.
(c) Type of data in the spreadsheet application:

=SUM(B6:H6) - Function

BECE 2022
PAPER 1
OBJECTIVE TEST
1. Which of the following options can be used for titles or headings of a worksheet?
A. Label
B. Formula
C. Value
D. Number
2. In a spreadsheet application, the ready mode on the status bar means it is ready
to
A. print the data on the worksheet
B. accept data onto the worksheet
C. display data on the worksheet
D. calculate the values on the worksheet
3. The feature of a webpage that allows a user to access frequently visited

webpages or websites is referred to as
A. history
B. view
C. bookmark
D. tools
4. Which of the following items tends to attract heavy investment from most
organizations?
A. Programming
B. Software
C. Data
D. Information
5. The webcam best feeds the computer with data in the form of
A. audio
B. text
C. number
D. image
6. The electronic application used for financial records is known as

A. spreadsheet
B. accounts book
C. grid lines
D. presentation
7. The full meaning of the acronym DVD is

A. digital video drive
B. digital versatile disc
C. digital versatile drive
D. digital video device
8. The Operating System function that enables computer users to do many

activities at the same time is known as
A. multiprogramming
B. multiprocessing
C. multitasking
D. multiactivity
9. The harrow cursor is basically used to open

A. an application
B. a hyperlink
C. a folder
D. a browser
10. Which of the following applications will help a user access information from the
internet?
A. Excel
B. Word
C. Explorer
D. Access
11. Which of the following components has the characteristic of being volatile?
A. Flash disk
B. Read Only Memory
C. Random Access Memory
D. Hard disk
12. A search engine is a type of a computer

A. system.
B. software.
C. virus.
D. device.
13. The rectangular-shaped viewing area of an application on the screen of a

computer that the user works in is referred to as
A. computer desktop.
B. desktop icon.
C. graphical user interface.
D. application window.
14. The exclusive legal right that prohibits the unauthorized use of intellectual
property is referred to as
A. civil right
B. copyright
C. intellectual right
D. legal right
15. Dragging a file into the recycle bin is the same as

A. moving the file
B. pasting the file
C. copying the file
D. deleting the file
16. Double-clicking in a Spreadsheet cell makes the cell

A. inactive
B. increase
C. expand
D. active
17. Which of the following applications is suitable for delivering lessons to students?
A. Word processor
B. Multimedia
C. Messaging
D. Spreadsheet
18. Which of the following bars can have its position changed on the desktop?
A. Title bar
B. Status bar
C. Scroll bar
D. Menu bar
19. The default location for saving a text file is

A. My pictures folder
B. My computer folder
C. My downloads folder
D. My documents folder
20. Generally, main captions of documents are aligned using the

A. align right command
B. center command
C. align left command
D. justify command
21. Any hardware device connected to the system unit of a computer is referred to
as
A. an output device
B. a processing device
C. an input device
D. a peripheral device
22. The process of clicking the left mouse button twice in quick succession on a
particular word will
A. underline the word
B. select the word
C. italicize the word
D. bold the word
23. The horizontal bar on top of a window that contains the window’s name is called
A. horizontal scroll bar
B. menu bar
C. title bar
D. vertical scroll bar
24. Which of the following fingers is used to type the letter A during typing?
A. Right middle finger
B. Right index finger
C. Left index finger
D. Left little finger
25. In computing, 8 bits can technically be called a

A. Word.
B. Nibble.
C. Byte
D. Bit.
26. In computing, raw or unprocessed text or fact is called

A. record.
B. information.
C. data.
D. file.
27. The following options are pointing devices in computing except

A. touchpad.
B. stylus.
C. trackball.
D. mouse.
28. The following options are forms of exchange of information except

A. software.
B. e-mail.
C. messaging
D. fax
29. In a Word processing application, header and footer facility can be accessed from
the
A. view menu.
B. insert menu.
C. tools menu.
D. format menu.
30. A computer that combines the functions of analog and digital functionalities is
known as
A. special purpose computer.
B. hybrid computer
C. multipurpose computer.
D. complex computer.
31. The print command can be issued from the

A. file menu
B. format menu.
C. print menu.
D. edit menu.
32. Which of the following formatting styles is usually applied to a heading of a

document?
A. Underline
B. Double underline
C. Strikethrough
D. Italics
33. To obtain a constant flow of power into a computer system, the user should use
A. step-up transformer
B. voltage stabilizer
C. uninterruptible power supply
D. step-down transformer
34. The term virus as used in computing is a

A. software that distorts information in the computer
B. program that loads when the computer boots
C. software that detects missing computer files
D. program located on the hard disk drive
35. Developers of computer virus can technically be referred to as

A. inventors
B. specialist
C. programmers
D. users
36. Which of the following menu options will take a user to the symbol dialogue box
in a Word processing application?
A. Format
B. Insert
C. Table
D. Tools
37. An application window that displays a message for a response between a user
and a software is called
A. window box
B. message box
C. dialogue box
D. application box
38. The basic function of the computer mouse is for

A. scrolling, clicking and typing
B. clicking, dragging and pointing
C. pointing, typing and dragging
D. clicking, typing and moving
39. To access information from a website, the user must get the keywords in the
A. browser
B. bookmark
C. index page
D. search box
40. Information should be stored for users to

A. delete the file
B. be able to format the data
C. use it in the future
D. process the data

OBJECTIVE TEST
ANSWERS
1. A. Label
2. B. accept data onto the worksheet
3. C. bookmark
4. B. Software
5. D. image
6. A. spreadsheet
7. B. digital versatile disc
8. C. multitasking
9. B. a hyperlink
10. C. Explorer
11. C. Random Access Memory
12. B. software.
13. D. application window.
14. B. copyright
15. D. deleting the file
16. D. active
17. B. Multimedia
18. *** Taskbar
19. D. My documents folder
20. B. centre command
21. D. a peripheral device

22. B. select the word
23. C. title bar
24. D. Left little finger
25. C. Byte
26. C. data.
27. A. touchpad
28. A. software.
29. B. insert menu
30. B. hybrid computer
31. A. file menu
32. A. Underline
33. C. uninterruptible power supply
34. A. software that distorts information in the computer
35. C. programmers
36. B. Insert
37. C. dialogue box
38. B. clicking, dragging and pointing
39. D. search box
40. C. use it in the future

BECE 2022
PAPER 2
ESSAY
SECTION A
Answer Question 1
[Compulsory]
1. Study Figure 1 carefully and use it to answer questions 1(a) to (e)
(a) Write down the name of the device displayed in Figure 1

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(b) Write down the name of the parts of Figure 1 labelled A, B, C and D.
A.………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
B.………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
C.………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
D.………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
(c) State three uses of the device identified in Figure 1

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(d) State three devices that function as the one shown in Figure 1
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(e) What is the name of the flat material on which the device shown in Figure
1 is mostly placed?
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SECTION B
2. (a) What is a search engine?

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(b) List three examples of a search engine.

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(ii)………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
(iii)………………………………………………………………………………………………………
(c) What does the following domain of a website address represent?

(i) edu. ……………………………………………………………………………………………
(ii) .biz ..……………………………………………………………………………………………
(iii) .int .……………………………………………………………………………………………
3. (a) State three reasons that will compel a user to restart a computer.
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(ii) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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(iii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(b) State three ways by which an application can be launched using its
shortcut icon on the desktop
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(iii) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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4. Use the image shown in Figure 2 to answer question 4(a) and (b)
(a) Write the name of the image shown in Figure 2

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(b) State the function of the image shown in Figure 2

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(c) Which tool on the drawing toolbar is used to colour a drawn object?
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(d) State three uses of the drawing toolbar

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(ii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
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(iii)..……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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5. (a) Write three features that are common to both Microsoft Word and
Microsoft Excel
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(ii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
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(iii) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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(b) List three data types of a Spreadsheet application.

(i) …………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(ii) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
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(iii) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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END OF ESSAY TEST

ESSAY
ANSWERS
SECTION A
1. (a) Name of the device displayed in Figure 1

Computer mouse
(b) Name of the labelled parts:

A. - Body
B. - Left button
C. - Scroll wheel
D. - Right button
(c) Uses of the device identified (computer mouse)

• It is used to select objects by clicking.
• It is used to open context menus by right-clicking.
• It is used for scrolling through pages.
• It is used to play some computer games.
• It is used to drag-and-drop.
• It is used for double-clicking.
(d) Devices that function as the one shown in Figure 1 (pointing devices)
• Trackball
• Joystick
• Stylus
• Touchpad
• Light pen
(e) Name of the flat material on which the device shown in Figure 1 is
mostly placed
- Mouse pad
SECTION B
2. (a) Meaning of a search engine

A search engine is a computer program that uses keywords to find and
locate information on the internet.
(b) Examples of a search engine.

• Google
• Bing
• Ask
• Yahoo!
• Baidu
• DuckDuckGo
(c) What the following domains of a website address represent:

(i) .edu - Education
(ii) .biz - Business
(iii) .int - Intergovernmental
3. (a) Reasons that will compel a user to restart a computer.

• After the installation of a software.
• When a driver or hardware error occurs.
• When the computer is running slow or freezing.
• After a software or patch update.
• During internet connectivity
(b) Ways by which an application can be launched using its shortcut icon
on the desktop
(i) Double-click on the application icon to launch it.
(ii) Right-click on the application icon and select ‘Open’ in the menu
that appears.
(iii) Click on the icon to select it and press Enter key on the keyboard.
4. (a) Name of the image shown in Figure 2

- WordArt tool / Insert WordArt
(b) Function of the image shown in Figure 2

- WordArt is used to add special effects or artistic styles to text in a
document.
(c) Tool on the drawing toolbar used to colour a drawn object

- Fill colour tool
(d) Uses of the drawing toolbar

• It is used to draw and colour shapes and lines in a document.
• It is used to add text effects within a document.
• It is used to create text boxes in a document.
• It is used to insert cliparts and pictures into a document.
5. (a) Features that are common to both Microsoft Word and Microsoft
Excel
• Both applications have formatting and standard toolbars.
• You will find screen tips while using both applications.
• Both have a menu bar.
• They both have a status bar
• Both have vertical and horizontal scrollbars
• Both allow you to type texts.
(b) Data types of a Spreadsheet application.

• Labels
• Values
• Formulas (including Functions)

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INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

Answer all questions

2. Computer devices such as mouse, trackpad and joystick are referred to as

3. The flat panel screen is also known as

4. Which of the following is a storage medium?

5. The two components of the personal computer main memory are

6. Which of the following devices has the largest storage capacity?

8. Which of the following statements is not true?

9. GUI stands for

11. Windows organizes information on computers using a

12. Which of the following are valid folder names?

13. The sequence of the stages in the information processing cycle is

18. To which of the following activities is ICT useful?

A. I, II, III and IV

20. During typing lessons, computer users are supposed to use

27. The symbols B, I, U are commonly used buttons found on the

28. Which of the following is not a tool on the drawing toolbar?

29. Which of the following is not a toolbar?

30. Lines, block arrows and flowcharts are located on the

31. The default orientation for a word processing document is

32. To preview a document before printing is necessary because

35. In e-mail context, what does Bcc stand for?

37. Transferring data from a remote computer to a local computer is referred to as

38. A tool for locating information on the internet is the

39. A mathematical calculation in a spreadsheet is called

END OF OBJECTIVE TEST

5. B. RAM and ROM

8. D. The application software must be loaded before an operating system can

9. C. Graphic User Interface

10. C. operating system

12. C. III and IV only

13. C. II, I and III

14. C. Allowing the battery of a laptop to run-down before charging

16. B. Multimedia software

17. D. Hearing impairment

18. D. I, II and III

19. C. I, II and IV only

23. B. Word processing program

25. D. save as command

27. C. formatting toolbar

28. C. Drop cap

29. D. Word Wrap toolbar

30. A. drawing toolbar

33. B. internet browser

34. C. E-mail address

35. C. Blind carbon copy

38. C. search engine

(ii) Give the file name of the application program above

(iii) Name the parts labelled A, B, C, D, E and F in the diagram

(iv) State the functions for B and C in (a) above.

(c) Identify the following ICT tools:

2. (a) What is:

(i) Output device:

INPUT DEVICE OUTPUT DEVICE

(b) List three areas of learning where information and communication

4. (a) (i) What is internet?

(ii) List four uses of the internet.

(b) (i) What is a web browser?

(ii) Give two examples of a web browser?

5. Explain the following terminologies: