1.
Who is often referred to as the “father of the computer” because of his design for
the Analytical Engine?
a) Alan Turing
b) Charles Babbage
c) John von Neumann
d) Steve Jobs
2. Which type of computer is best suited for performing extremely complex
calculations, such as weather forecasting and scientific simulations?
a) Personal Computer
b) Mainframe Computer
c) Supercomputer
d) Microcomputer
3. Which generation of computers used vacuum tubes as their primary technology?
A. First Generation
B. Second Generation
C. Third Generation
D. Fourth Generation
4. Which generation of computers is characterized by the introduction of integrated
circuits (ICs)?
A. First Generation
B. Second Generation
C. Third Generation
D. Fourth Generation
5. What is one of the main advantages of microcomputers compared to mainframe
computers?
A. Higher processing power
B. Cost efficiency and portability
C. Larger memory capacity
D. Advanced input/output capabilities
6. Which generation of computers saw the introduction of microprocessors,
marking a major advancement in computer design?
A. Third Generation
B. Fourth Generation
C. Fifth Generation
D. Sixth Generation
7. Who is credited with developing the concept of a stored-program computer,
which is a key feature of modern computer architecture?
A. Alan Turing
B. John von Neumann
C. Charles Babbage
D. Ada Lovelace
8. Which of the following is a disadvantage of using vacuum tubes in first-
generation computers?
A. They were very energy efficient
B. They produced a lot of heat
C. They were highly reliable
D. They were portable
9. Which of the following advancements marked the second generation of
computers?
A. Integrated Circuits
B. Vacuum Tubes
C. Transistors
D. Microprocessors
10.Which type of computer is typically used by large organizations for high-volume
data processing and supporting multiple users simultaneously?
A. Supercomputer
B. Mainframe Computer
C. Personal Computer
D. Embedded System
11.Which of the following best describes a personal computer (PC)?
A. A computer designed for individual use with adequate processing power for
everyday tasks
B. A computer designed exclusively for scientific research
C. A large computer that processes data in batch mode
D. A computer that can only be used in business settings
12.Which generation of computers is most associated with the development of
artificial intelligence (AI) research and the use of parallel processing techniques?
A. First Generation
B. Second Generation
C. Fourth Generation
D. Fifth Generation
13.The introduction of which technology greatly reduced the size and cost of
computers during the third generation?
A. Vacuum Tubes
B. Transistors
C. Integrated Circuits
D. Microprocessors
14.Which of the following correctly orders the evolution of computer generations?
A. First Generation, Third Generation, Second Generation, Fourth Generation
B. First Generation, Second Generation, Third Generation, Fourth Generation
C. Second Generation, First Generation, Fourth Generation, Third Generation
D. Fourth Generation, Third Generation, Second Generation, First Generation
15.Which type of computer is primarily used for personal tasks and home use?
a) Mainframe
b) Microcomputer
c) Minicomputer
d) Supercomputer
Section B
Answer five (5) Question
16.a) Who is considered the father of computers?
b) What are the generations of computers and years founded give one example
for anyone?
17.a) How did transistors revolutionize computer development?
b) What was the main advancement of the third generation of computers?
18. List all type of computer bases on size and power explain and two (2) and give
example on any four (4)
19.What are the types of Personal computer (PC) list and explain any four (4)
20.List all type of computer explain and (1) and give example on any four (4) apart
from bases on size and power. 10marks
21.a) Mean of ENIAC and UNIVAC, GUI, CLI and IBM 5marks
b) When was the first electronic computer developed. 2marks
