THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA
PRESIDENT`S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
KILOSA DISTRICT COUNCIL
FORM FOUR PRE NECTA EXAMINATION
036/1
INFORMATION AND COMPUTER STUDIES 1
Time: 3 Hours September 2021
Instructions
1. This paper consists of sections A, B and C with a total of twelve (12) questions.
2. Answer all Questions in sections A, B and one question in section C.
3. Calculators, cellular phones and any unauthorized materials are not allowed in the
examination room
4. Write your Examination Number on every page of your answer sheet/ booklet(s).
SECTION A (15 Marks)
Answer all question in this section
1. For each of the items (i)-(x) choose the correct answer from among the given alternatives and write
its letter beside the item number in the space provided.
i. How can you classify the lap top and desktop computer?
A portable computers B supercomputer C microcomputer
D minicomputer
ii. The database object that enables you to view and print data from a database table in a chosen
appearance is called
A a form B a query C a table D a report
iii. The problem of eye strain which is caused by spending a lot of time on using computers can
be minimized by
A taking regular break and using antiglare screen
B using adjustable monitor stands and keyboards
C adopting a healthy sitting style
D using adjustable chairs and footrests
iv. Which program would you use in preparing application letter
A Microsoft excel B Microsoft word
C Microsoft power point D Microsoft access
v. Which keyboard keys are referred to as special purpose keys in a personal computer?
A F1, F2, F3 up to F12 B A to Z, Tabs, Caps lock and 0-9
C Arrow keys, Tab and Home key D SHIFT, Ctrl, Alt and ESC
vi. Which printer would you suggest for printing school examination?
A Photo printers B Plotter printers
C Laser printers D Dot matrix printer
vii. Word processor supports enhancement of the documents appearance to make font type and
font style more appealing. What action classifies this feature of a word processor?
A creating documents B editing documents
C formatting documents D decorating documents
viii. Which tag would you use to emphasize the heading of the article in the webpage?
A <head> </head> B <title> </title>
C <hr> </hr> D <th></th>
ix. What is alternative name of utility program?
A Operating program B Application program
C Software program D Interface program
x. Which device would you use to connect seven computers so that they can share the same
bandwidth?
A Switch B Router C Hub D Modem
2. Match the following descriptions of text alignment used in Microsoft word in List A to their
corresponding types of alignments in List B
LIST A LIST B
I. Form a).collection of rows and columns
II. Reports b). it is designed by wizard
III. Macros c).visual display that resemble ordinary form
IV. Queries d).used to generate summary
V. Pages e). used to automate some operation
f). used to analyse or request for specific records from a database
g).used to create web-based database
h).collection of related field
SECTION B, (75 Marks)
Answer all question in this section
3 Arrange the following in terms of Computer generation (10marks)
i. The computer used Transistors replaced
ii. Used in intelligent robot
iii. The computer used vacuum tubes for circuitry and magnetic drums for memory
iv. Integrated circuit
v. Used in virtual reality a multimedia stimulator
4 a) Explain how to search for information on the web using a search engine (2.5 marks)
b). differentiate between the following terms (4.5 marks)
i. hackers and crackers
ii. security and privacy
iii. internet and intranet
c). Outline types of malicious software that can negatively affect a computer system (3mark)
5 a). Computer users complained for the frequently headaches and fatigue after using the computers
in the computer room. State three reasons that could cause these conditions. (3marks)
b). Explain why modern computers are referred to as electronic devices (3marks)
6 (i) What is database management system (DBMS) (2 marks)
(ii) Differentiate between Query and form as used in database (2 marks)
(iii) An electronic database depends on database management system. Why do you think database
management system (DBMS) is important software in developing electronic database? (3
points) (6 marks)
7 a) Describe three parts of E-mail (3 marks)
b). Explain how you would send an e-mail that include photos of your birthday to the three friends,
one Ludewa and the other in Nairobi and Kigali (4 marks)
c). Explain how you can use instant messenger to chat with colleagues located anywhere in the
world (3 marks)
9 a).Mr. Mtweve works up one day only to find his computer dead. Suggest three causes of failure
and how to avoid the problem in future (6 marks)
b).Some devices have a combination of input and output functionality. State four such devices
(2marks)
c). Explain four data types in worksheet (2 marks)
10. a) What do you understand by the term desktop publisher? (2 mark)
b) Give four examples of desktop publishing software available in the market today (4 marks)
c) Explain four reasons why desktop publishing is more preferred than a word processor?
(4marks
SECTION C, (10 Marks)
Answer one (1) Question from this section
11. The ICS teacher wanted to connect his computer to the network for ease downloading teaching
and learning materials. Explain four (4) factors that affect network connection. (10marks)
.
12. The introduction of computers to the society reveals many benefits. Explain four advantages
acquired by developing countries such as Tanzania. (10marks)
