Computer Question Paper for Class 2

The Computer Question Paper for Class 2 contains questions related to computers in the form of short questions, fill-in the blanks and true and false statements. Students can test their knowledge by using different types of questions available to them.

Short Questions on Computer

Q1 What is a computer?

Ans: A computer is a complex machine that makes our lives easier by simplifying difficult tasks. It also allows us to play games, watch movies and listen to music, among many other things. It is hard to imagine life without computers because they are so useful to people.

Q2. Name three types of computers and explain them.

Ans: Desktop, Laptop, Tablet

• Desktop Computer - A desktop computer for class 2 is a large form of computer and requires electricity to function. Desktop computers are generally fixed in one place because they have a lot of wires. Such computers are not commonly used these days, as laptops and tablets are more advanced versions of desktop computers.

• Laptop - A laptop is a small and more flexible computer than a desktop computer. The laptop runs on a battery that can be charged with a charger.

• Tablet PC - A tablet PC is the smallest form of computing machine and does not have an external keyboard.

Q3. Where can computers be used?

Ans: Computer features are useful for people of all ages, whether they are students like us, adults like our parents, or even older adults like our grandparents. As such, computers can be seen almost everywhere. Some examples are at home, where we use computers to watch movies, at the store to simplify calculations, at banks to send emails and at school to record attendance.

Q4 List the type of keys on the keyboard and explain any three.

Ans: We have five types of keys on the keyboard they are:

• Alphabet keys

• Numeric keys

• Functional keys

• Symbol key

• Special keys

Function keys: Range from F1 to F12 and are located at the top of the keyboard. They are used for specific functions that are mostly programmed for them. i.e. F1 is used to help in the Operating System window F5 is used for recovery.

Numeric keys: Range from 0 to 9. Used to enter numbers and can be used in combination with other keys to enter arithmetic characters. These keys are located on the right side of the keyboard.

Alphanumeric keys: Range from A to Z and 0 to 9. They are located in the middle of the keyboard, with the number on their top line. They are used to enter numbers and letters.

Special keys: These include shift, ctrl and alt. They are used in combination with other keys to perform a special function that cannot be performed by pressing a single key, e.g. ctrl + C for copying.

Q5 What are the different types of keyboards?

Ans: We have two types of keyboards they are:

• Mechanical keyboard-The mechanic that is the oldest and is the one that was discussed earlier on how it works. The second is a virtual keyboard that allows the user to turn any flat non-reflective surface into a typing area.

• Virtual keyboard-As the word virtual suggests, the keyboard is "not real" in the sense that where you press the keys is not a physical keyboard like on a laptop or desktop computer.

Q6 What is a desktop computer?

Ans: A desktop computer is one that fits on or under a desk. They use devices such as keyboard and mouse for input and display devices such as a monitor, projector or television to interact. Desktop computers can have a horizontal or vertical (tower) shape, or they can be combined with a monitor to create an All-in-One computer. Unlike portable laptops, desktop computers are usually built to stay in one place.

Computer-Based Fill-in-the-Blanks Using Hints Given Below

1. A mouse is also known as ______________.

Ans: Pointing device

2. A microphone is a ________________ device.

Ans: Input

3. ____________ is an output device.

Ans: Speaker

4. _____________ is used to perform calculations on a computer.

Ans: Calculator

5. The _____________ key is used to type capital letters.

Ans: Caps lock

6. A monitor is a _____________device.

Ans: Output

7. _____________ is used to type text  on the computer.

Ans: keyboard

Computer-Based True /False

1. We need the Delete key to move the cursor.

Ans: False

2. We can call the enter key a command key.

Ans: True

3. The Win key is used to open the start menu.

Ans: True

4. Alt key is a short form of alternate.

Ans: True

5. Alt+F4 is used to open new windows.

Ans: False

6. There are 25 alphabetic keys on the keyboard.

Ans: False

7. Ctrl + m is used to minimize windows.

Ans: True

One Line Questions on Computer

Q1. Which part of the computer is known as the computer brain?

Ans: CPU  or Central Processing Unit.

Q2. How are computers different from human beings?

Ans: Computers are non-living machines, while humans are living beings. Computers cannot think, have no feelings, and cannot eat or sleep. People have feelings and can think for themselves.

Q3. What does a computer need to work?

Ans: A computer needs electricity to function.

Q4. What are the places where the computer can be used?

Ans: Computers can be used in many places, such as schools, offices, airports, hospitals, etc.

Q5. How can computers be used in schools?

Ans: Computers can be used in schools to create timetables, solve sums, register students, etc.

Learn by Doing

Choose the Correct Option:

Q1 How many types of printers are there?

1.  one

2.  Two

3.  Three

4.  Four

Ans: C. Three

Q2 Which of the following is an output medium?

1. Scanner

2. Mouse

3. Printer

4. keyboard

Ans: C. Printer

Q3 Which printer prints a character in just one stroke?

1. Laser printer

2. Dot matrix printer

3. Line printer

4. Plotter

Ans: B. Dot matrix printer

Q4 To see all the information, which output does the device use?

1. Monitor

2. Keyboard

3. ALU

4. CPU

Ans: A. Monitor

Conclusion

Practice and testing are the two main parts of learning anything new. Every time we solve a computer question paper, we get to know how much knowledge we have about the subject, and the things that we still need to improve. Also, solving mock question papers of class 2 computers will provide the confidence to ace the final exams.