stud
bud
Sign up
Log in
Home
Library
Explore
SAT
More
iGCSE CS Topic 4 Quiz Flashcards | StudBud
Explore
/
iGCSE CS Topic 4 Quiz
iGCSE CS Topic 4 Quiz
31 terms
·
StudBud Administration
·
36 plays
Imported from external platform
Flashcards
31 cards
F
Practice quiz
P
Host live
L
Questions
31
Answers
1
What is the function of the bootloader?
To initiate the boot-up process from the hard disk
To manage the network settings
To create backup files
To install new hardware components
2
Which tool is used for translating assembly language into machine code?
Debugger
Assemble
Compiler
Interpreter
3
What is the main purpose of a compiler?
To debug programs
To enhance program speed
To execute programs
To translate high-level language into machine code
4
Which of the following is an example of utility software?
Social media app
Disk defragmentation
Photo editing software
Spreadsheet software
5
What happens in a system when an interrupt is generated?
The hardware components are reset
The system immediately shuts down
The operating system is reinstalled
The current process pauses and the interrupt is processed
6
What is the primary function of system software?
To enable the device to work & maintain its order
To provide entertainment services
To manage business accounts
To facilitate online communication
7
How does an operating system contribute to system security?
By developing software applications
By providing entertainment content
By enhancing graphics performance
By managing user accounts and access rights
8
What does 'prettyprint' in an IDE do?
Prints documents
Enhances the resolution of images
Applies indentation and formatting to code for readability
Beautifies the user interface
9
Translators in an IDE are used for what purpose?
Editing images
Compiling or interpreting code
Translating spoken languages
Converting documents
10
What does an interpreter do?
Converts assembly language to machine code
Executes machine code directly
Speeds up program execution
Translates and executes high-level code line-by-line
11
Assembly language is considered which type of language?
High-level language
Low-level language
Middle-level language
Machine language
12
What does an operating system manage?
Social media interactions
Financial transactions
Online shopping
Important functions like how a file is written to a HD
13
Which OS is commonly used in Apple Mac computers?
Windows 10
Chrome OS
MacOS
Android
14
What is a characteristic feature of high-level languages?
They directly control hardware
They are easy to understand and write
They require manual translation
They are written in binary
15
A software interrupt can be caused by:
An illegal memory access attempt
Disconnecting a peripheral device
A mouse movement
Increasing the volume of the speakers
16
Which is an example of a hardware interrupt?
A program attempting to divide by zero
A key press on a keyboard
An application crashing
A file being downloaded
17
What is a primary feature of an IDE's code editor?
Syntax highlighting
Playing videos
Internet browsing
Sending emails
18
Which of these is not a feature of application software?
Providing video playing capabilities
Enabling word processing
Assisting in spreadsheet creation
Managing computer hardware resources
19
Which of the following is a user interface type in OS?
Hyperlink Interface
Static Interface
GUI (Graphical User Interface)
Dynamic Interface
20
What does firmware in a computer system do?
Contains programs stored permanently in hardware
Enhances the computer's graphics
Manages user accounts
Runs applications like word processors
21
What is the main function of an operating system?
To provide gaming platforms
To run office applications
To create graphic designs
To manage hardware and software resources of the computer
22
Which of these is a high-level programming language?
Binary code
Python
Assembly language
Machine language
23
One of the functions of an operating system is:
Creating backup files
Enhancing graphic resolution
Monitoring internet connectivity
Managing memory allocation and usage
24
What does an Interrupt Service Routine (ISR) do?
It connects external devices to the computer
It activates during an interrupt to manage the specific task
It increases the RAM capacity
It upgrades the operating system
25
What is the purpose of a run-time environment in an IDE?
To design web pages
To manage databases
To test and run programs
To create presentations
26
What is the primary function of an interrupt?
Processor to pause the current task & execute a another task
To provide additional memory
To enhance the processing speed
To increase storage capacity
27
Disk cleanup tools are used to:
Improve system performance by deleting unnecessary files
Edit photos
Create backup copies
Manage emails
28
Which OS is specifically designed for Raspberry Pi?
Android
iOS
Raspberry Pi OS
Windows 11
29
Which feature of an IDE helps in identifying and correcting coding errors?
Prettyprint
Auto-completion
File management
Error diagnostics
30
Which feature of an IDE automatically completes code syntax as you type?
Auto-completion
Run-time environment
Syntax highlighting
Error diagnostics
31
Application software is designed to:
Enhance system security
Control hardware functions
Provide user-required services
Maintain the computer
