Chapter 5: Database Concepts using Libre Office Base

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Chapter 5: Database Concepts using Libre Office Base - Ex-

tended Practice Questions (Doubled)
1. Fill in the Blanks (40 Questions)
1. The application Libre Office Base is a management system (DBMS).
Answer: Database
2. Data in a relational database is stored in .
Answer: Tables
3. Each table is made up of rows and .
Answer: Columns
4. A key uniquely identifies each record in a table.
Answer: Primary
5. A field that links one table to another is called a key.
Answer: Foreign
6. The process of organizing data to minimize redundancy is called .
Answer: Normalization
7. A query is used to retrieve specific data from one or more tables.
Answer: SQL
8. SQL stands for Query Language.
Answer: Structured
9. In Libre Office Base, you can design a query using the Design view.
Answer: Query
10. A form is used for data entry and editing.
Answer: Database
11. A report provides a formatted output of data.
Answer: Database
12. In a table, each column is also known as a .
Answer: Field
13. A record is a complete set of related data in a table.
Answer: Table
14. The view allows you to see the table structure and define data types.
Answer: Table Design

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15. A field is used to store large amounts of text.
Answer: Memo

16. The data type that stores True or False values is called .
Answer: Boolean
17. The data type is used for storing dates.
Answer: Date
18. A data type is used for storing numeric values.
Answer: Numeric
19. The data type is used for storing alphanumeric characters.
Answer: Text

20. A key composed of two or more fields is known as a composite key.

Answer: Composite
21. A defines the relationship between two tables.
Answer: Relationship
22. integrity ensures that foreign keys correctly reference primary keys.
Answer: Referential
23. The clause in SQL is used to filter query results.
Answer: WHERE
24. The statement adds new records to a table.
Answer: INSERT

25. The statement modifies existing records.

Answer: UPDATE
26. The statement removes records from a table.
Answer: DELETE
27. A query that asks the user for input is called a parameter query.
Answer: Parameter
28. An is a virtual table created by a SQL query.
Answer: SQL view

29. are used to speed up data retrieval by creating an index on table fields.
Answer: Indexes
30. In Libre Office Base, the Wizard assists in creating queries without writing SQL.
Answer: Query
31. A form is designed to provide a user-friendly interface for data entry.
Answer: Data
32. The view in Base allows users to write SQL commands directly.
Answer: SQL

33. reports help in visualizing and analyzing database data.

Answer: Financial

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 34. A is a collection of related data stored in a structured format.
Answer: Database

35. The model is used to design the structure of a database.

Answer: Entity-Relationship
36. In Libre Office Base, provide a means to automate routine tasks using macros.
Answer: Modules
37. A key constraint ensures that no two records have the same primary key value.
Answer: Unique
38. The language used for database operations in Libre Office Base is .
Answer: SQL

2. True or False (28 Statements)

1. Libre Office Base is a free and open source database management system.
Answer: True
2. Data in a relational database is stored in flat files.
Answer: False

3. Every table in a relational database must have a primary key.

Answer: True

4. A foreign key can contain duplicate values.

Answer: True
5. Normalization helps reduce data redundancy.
Answer: True
6. SQL stands for Simple Query Language.
Answer: False (It stands for Structured Query Language)
7. The SELECT statement is used to retrieve data from a table.
Answer: True

8. The INSERT statement modifies existing records in a table.

Answer: False
9. Parameter queries prompt users for input at runtime.
Answer: True
10. An index in a database is used to speed up data retrieval.
Answer: True
11. The Table Design view is used to define fields and data types.
Answer: True

12. In Libre Office Base, forms are used solely for report generation.
Answer: False
13. A composite key consists of multiple fields that uniquely identify a record.
Answer: True

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 14. Referential integrity ensures that relationships between tables remain consistent.
Answer: True
15. The DELETE statement is used to remove records from a table.
Answer: True
16. A view in SQL is a physical copy of a table stored on disk.
Answer: False
17. Indexes can improve the speed of query operations.
Answer: True
18. The UPDATE statement is used to modify existing data in a table.
Answer: True
19. Data types such as Text, Numeric, Date, and Boolean are standard in databases.
Answer: True
20. Libre Office Base does not support SQL.
Answer: False
21. Forms in Libre Office Base can include controls like text boxes and buttons.
Answer: True
22. Reports in Libre Office Base are used to print data in a structured format.
Answer: True
23. The Query Design view allows users to visually construct queries.
Answer: True
24. Normalization increases the redundancy of data in a database.
Answer: False
25. A memo field is used for storing large amounts of text.
Answer: True
26. A primary key can be used to link two tables together.
Answer: False
27. Data backup is essential for maintaining database integrity.
Answer: True
28. The SQL language is used for both data definition and data manipulation in Libre Office Base.
Answer: True

3. Match the Pair (4 Tables)

1. Table 1: Database Objects

Term Definition
A. Database 1. A structured collection of related data
B. Table 2. A collection of rows and columns
C. Field 3. A column in a table
D. Record 4. A row in a table

Answer: A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4.

2. Table 2: SQL Commands

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 Term Definition
A. SELECT 1. Retrieves data from a table
B. INSERT 2. Adds new records
C. UPDATE 3. Modifies existing data
D. DELETE 4. Removes records from a table

Answer: A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4.

3. Table 3: Data Types

Term Definition
A. Text 1. Stores alphanumeric characters
B. Numeric 2. Stores numbers
C. Date 3. Stores calendar dates
D. Boolean 4. Stores True/False values

Answer: A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4.

4. Table 4: Database Relationships

Term Definition
A. Primary Key 1. Uniquely identifies a record
B. Foreign Key 2. Links tables together
C. Composite Key 3. Consists of multiple fields
D. Referential Integrity 4. Ensures consistency between tables

Answer: A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4.

4. Single Correct Answer (MCQ) (12 Questions)

1. Which of the following uniquely identifies a record in a table?
A. Foreign Key
B. Primary Key
C. Composite Key
D. Index
Answer: B. Primary Key
2. Which SQL command is used to retrieve data from a table?
A. INSERT
B. SELECT
C. UPDATE
D. DELETE
Answer: B. SELECT
3. Which of the following is not a standard data type in Libre Office Base?
A. Text
B. Numeric
C. Boolean
D. Video
Answer: D. Video
4. What is the purpose of normalization in database design?
A. Increase data redundancy

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 B. Reduce data redundancy
C. Speed up query execution
D. Encrypt data
Answer: B. Reduce data redundancy
5. Which SQL statement is used to add new records to a table?
A. UPDATE
B. INSERT
C. DELETE
D. SELECT
Answer: B. INSERT
6. Which view in Libre Office Base is used to define the structure of a table?
A. Form Design view
B. Report Design view
C. Table Design view
D. Query Design view
Answer: C. Table Design view
7. Which operation is used to combine records from two tables based on a common field?
A. Union
B. Join
C. Intersection
D. Merge
Answer: B. Join
8. Which feature allows a query to prompt the user for input at runtime?
A. Parameter Query
B. Aggregate Query
C. Crosstab Query
D. Action Query
Answer: A. Parameter Query
9. Which of the following is a primary object in Libre Office Base?
A. Table
B. Spreadsheet
C. Presentation
D. Image
Answer: A. Table
10. Which SQL command is used to modify existing records?
A. UPDATE
B. SELECT
C. INSERT
D. DELETE
Answer: A. UPDATE

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 11. Which component in a query specifies the conditions for data retrieval?
A. GROUP BY clause
B. WHERE clause
C. ORDER BY clause
D. HAVING clause
Answer: B. WHERE clause
12. Which of the following tools is used for creating forms in Libre Office Base?
A. Table Wizard
B. Form Designer
C. Query Builder
D. Report Builder
Answer: B. Form Designer

5. Two Correct Answers (MCQ) (8 Questions)

1. Which two of the following are basic components of a table in a relational database?
A. Fields
B. Records
C. Windows
D. Queries
E. Forms
Answer: A. Fields and B. Records
2. Which two SQL commands are used for modifying data in a table?
A. INSERT
B. UPDATE
C. SELECT
D. CREATE
E. DELETE
Answer: A. INSERT and B. UPDATE
3. Which two elements are essential for maintaining data integrity in a database?
A. Primary Key
B. Foreign Key
C. Data Redundancy
D. Unstructured Data
E. Random Entry
Answer: A. Primary Key and B. Foreign Key
4. Which two of the following are used to filter data in a query?
A. Criteria
B. Parameters
C. Sorting
D. Grouping
E. Aggregation

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 Answer: A. Criteria and B. Parameters
5. Which two data types are commonly used for storing simple text in a database?
A. Text
B. Numeric
C. Image
D. Video
E. Boolean
Answer: A. Text and B. Numeric
6. Which two features in Libre Office Base help in creating queries?
A. Query Wizard
B. Query Design view
C. Form Designer
D. Report Wizard
E. Table Wizard
Answer: A. Query Wizard and B. Query Design view
7. Which two components are typically involved in establishing relationships between tables?
A. Primary Key
B. Foreign Key
C. Composite Key
D. Text Box
E. Query
Answer: A. Primary Key and B. Foreign Key
8. Which two methods can be used to import data into Libre Office Base?
A. CSV Import
B. Manual Data Entry
C. ODBC Connection
D. PDF Scanning
E. XML Import
Answer: A. CSV Import and C. ODBC Connection

6. Three Correct Answers (MCQ) (8 Questions)

1. Which three of the following are fundamental components of a relational database system?
A. Tables
B. Queries
C. Forms
D. Reports
E. Macros
F. Spreadsheets
Answer: A. Tables, B. Queries, and C. Forms
2. Which three of the following SQL commands are used for data manipulation?
A. INSERT

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 B. UPDATE
C. DELETE
D. SELECT
E. CREATE
F. ALTER
Answer: A. INSERT, B. UPDATE, and C. DELETE
3. Which three of the following are advantages of using Libre Office Base for database management?
A. Free and open source
B. User-friendly interface
C. Integration with other LibreOffice applications
D. High licensing cost
E. Limited customization
F. Proprietary software
Answer: A. Free and open source, B. User-friendly interface, and C. Integration with other
LibreOffice applications
4. Which three aspects are critical when designing a database schema?
A. Table structure
B. Field data types
C. Relationships
D. Color scheme
E. User interface design
F. Branding
Answer: A. Table structure, B. Field data types, and C. Relationships
5. Which three features are commonly found in Libre Office Base forms?
A. Text boxes
B. Combo boxes
C. Buttons
D. Spreadsheets
E. Charts
F. Video players
Answer: A. Text boxes, B. Combo boxes, and C. Buttons
6. Which three measures are important for maintaining database security in Libre Office Base?
A. User access controls
B. Data encryption
C. Regular backups
D. Open public access
E. Unrestricted file sharing
F. No updates
Answer: A. User access controls, B. Data encryption, and C. Regular backups
7. Which three steps are essential in the normalization process of a database?
A. Eliminating duplicate data

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 B. Organizing data into tables
C. Reducing data redundancy
D. Increasing table size
E. Removing dependencies arbitrarily
F. Ignoring primary keys
Answer: A. Eliminating duplicate data, B. Organizing data into tables, and C. Reducing data
redundancy
8. Which three tools are available in Libre Office Base for creating queries?

A. Query Wizard
B. Query Design view
C. SQL view
D. Form Designer
E. Report Wizard
F. Table Wizard
Answer: A. Query Wizard, B. Query Design view, and C. SQL view

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