INTERNATIONAL INDIAN SCHOOL JEDDAH
III – V BLOCK
COMPUTER SCIENCE
CLASS 3 – LESSON 1
A. Fill in the blanks.
1. The term Computer has been derived from the word 'compute'.
2. Minicomputers can support 4 to 200 users, simultaneously.
3. A computer does not have its own Intelligence.
4. A computer is a Versatile device that can handle different applications at the same time.
5. PARAM and Cray - 1 are examples of supercomputers.
B. Write T for True and F for False.
1. A computer can do a large number of calculations quickly. TRUE
2. A computer can store a large amount of data. TRUE
3. A computer cannot do many tasks at the same time. FALSE
4. Microcomputers are also known as personal computers. TRUE
5. Tablets use a physical keyboard for taking input. FALSE
C. Select the correct option.
1. ………………………………… means a computer can work for long hours without getting tired.
a. Diligence b. Accuracy c. Reliability
2. A computer can store a large amount of ………………………………… .
a. Words b. Data c. Numbers
3. Which of the following is a microcomputer?
a. Laptop b. Desktop c. Both a and b
4. ………………………………… means a computer can perform multiple tasks at one time.
a. Accuracy b. Multitasking c. Storage
5. These are the most powerful computers.
a. Supercomputers b. Microcomputers c. Mainframe computers
C. Application-based questions.
1. Mary likes reading e-books. Which computer should she buy?
Tablets
2. Supriya wants to buy a computer that can be fixed on a desk. Which computer should
she buy?
Desktop computer
3. Saurabh wants to buy a small-sized computer that he can carry anywhere. Which
computer should he buy?
Laptop
D. Answer the following questions.
1. What is a computer?
Ans: A computer is an electronic device that can handle different applications to do
many jobs at the same time. We can play games, write letters, draw pictures, store
huge information, etc., on a computer.
2. List any two features of supercomputers.
Ans: 1. They are the most powerful computers with a very high processing speed.
2. These computers are used for weather forecasting, space research, satellite control, etc.
3. What is the difference between a minicomputer and microcomputer?
Minicomputers are bigger in size whereas microcomputers are small in size.
Minicomputers are costlier whereas microcomputers are cheap.
4. Where are mainframe computers used?
Mainframe computers are used in large organisations such as universities, airports and
railway stations.
5. Write any two advantages of computers.
1. A computer works very fast and can do a large number of calculations quickly.
2. A computer can store a large amount of data, which can be used any time.
6. Mention any two disadvantages of computers.
1. A computer does not have an IQ or its own intelligence.
2. Working on computer for long hours could affect our eyesight.
A. Find the hidden words with the help of the given clues.
B. Tick (√) the true statements and cross (×) the false ones.
