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Which subject	Computer science
What age group	Year or Grade 6
What topic	Computer basics, problem solving, inputs, outputs, processing and storage
Question types	Open-ended
Number of questions	10
Number of answers	4
Correct answers	Exactly 1
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Computer Science Quiz for Grade 6

Welcome to the Computer Science Quiz! This quiz will test your understanding of computer basics, problem solving, inputs, outputs, processing, and storage. Read each question carefully and answer in complete sentences.

Questions:

1. What is a computer?

   • Explain what a computer is and describe its main components.

2. What is the purpose of input devices in a computer system?

   • Provide examples of two input devices and explain their functions.

3. Can you name one processing unit in a computer and describe its role?

   • Identify a component that processes data and explain how it contributes to the functioning of a computer.

4. What is meant by storage in computing?

   • Describe the purpose of computer storage and mention two types of storage devices.

5. How does output differ from input?

   • Explain the difference between input and output in a computer system, providing examples for each.

6. What is an algorithm?

   • Describe what an algorithm is and provide a simple example.

7. Why is problem-solving important in computer science?

   • Explain why being able to solve problems is a key skill in the field of computer science.

8. What is a software application?

   • Define what a software application is and give an example of one you use.

9. What is the function of the Central Processing Unit (CPU)?

   • Explain what the CPU does in a computer and why it is called the "brain" of the computer.

10. How do computers use binary code?

    • Describe what binary code is and its role in how computers process data.

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Good luck with your quiz! Make sure to write down your answers clearly.