CANDIDATE NAME: ___________________________________

NORTHERN EDUCATION DIVISION

2025 JUNIOR CERTIFICATE MOCK EXAMINATIONS

COMPUTER STUDIES MARKING SCHEME

(100 marks)

Tuesday, April 1 Subject Number: J039

Time Allowed: 2 hours
1:30 – 3:30 pm

Section A (20 marks)

Answer all the twenty questions in this section by encircling the correct option to the question

1. What does SVGA stands for? D. process data and information faster
A. Standard Visual Graphics Array
4. Which of the following are types of ROMs?
B. Super Visual Graphics Array
A. SROM & DROM
C. Standard Video Graphics Array
B. PROM & EPROM
D. Super Video Graphics Array
C. Only one type there is no further
2. In which category of computers are the Auto classification
Teller Machines?
D. PROM & EROM
A. Microcomputers
B. Special Purpose Computers
C. Servers 5. Which of the following is used in an optical
D. Special Computers mouse?
3. A hybrid computer ________________ A. Infrared light
A. processes analogue data only B. Light Emitting Diode (LED)

B. processes digital data only C. Sensor

D. Microwave
C. processes both analogue and digital
data
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6. Which of the following is used to open a

file?
A. Clicking
B. Dragging and dropping
C. Double clicking
D. Right clicking

Figure 1
7. Which of the following is a unit of
What is the main disadvantage of the
measurement for a computer storage?
printer above?
A. Byte
A. Expensive to buy
B. Memory
B. Expensive to keep
C. Hertz
C. Expensive to run
D. Gram
D. None of the above

8. Which of the following is also known as 11.Which of the following can prevent theft of
Computers in the laboratory?
brain of computer?
A. Using uninterrupted power supply
A. Control Unit
B. Using passwords
B. Central Processing Unit C. Fitting burglar bars on doors and
C. Arithmetic and Logic Unit windows
D. Switching computers using the
D. Monitor
correct procedure
9. Which of the following is not a pointing
device?
A. Mouse
12.What is the first step you should take when
troubleshooting a computer problem?
B. Monitor
A. Immediately try to fix it.
C. Trackball
B. Ask a friend for help.
D. Touch pad
C. Identify the problem and gather
10.Figure 1 below is the diagram of a printer
information about the symptoms.
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D. Open the computer case and check possible while mainframe computers
the wires. use their power to execute as many
13.What is basic unit of information in a programs concurrently
computer usually represented by 0 or 1.
D. Supercomputers are focused on
A. Byte
executing as many programs as
B. Bit
C. Hertz possible while mainframe computers
D. Nipple use their power to execute few
programs as fast as possible
14.The main memory of computer is also 17.What was used in the making of the second
known as generation of computers
A. Hard-disk A. Vacuum tubes
B. Primary storage B. Transistor
C. Secondary storage C. Integrated circuit
D. Internal memory D. All the above

15._________ is a collection of unprocessed 18.The F1, F2, F3, F4…, F12 are known
items, which can include text, numbers, as_____________
image audio and video. A. Final keys
A. Data B. Fractional keys
B. Instruction C. Functional keys
C. Programs D. Special keys
D. Information
19.What is the function of a note pane in
16.What is the main difference between PowerPoint?
mainframe and super computers? A. Contains frequently used commands
B. Displays common formatting tools
A. Super computers are much larger
C. Its where you write what is to be
than mainframe computers presented
B. Super computers are much smaller than D. Add more notes that could not fit
on a slide
mainframe computers
C. Supercomputers are focused on
executing few programs as fast as
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20.The ___________is the component of the B. arithmetic logic unit

processor that directs and coordinate most of C. central processing unit
the operation in the computer D. machine cycle
A. control unit

Section B (50 marks)

Answer all the ten questions in this section in the spaces provided

21.. State any one type of Read Access Memory.

✓ DRAM ✓ DDR4 SDRAM
✓ SRAM ✓ RDRAM
✓ SDRAM ✓ EDO RAM
✓ DDR SDRAM ✓ FPM RAM
✓ DDR2 SDRAMDDR3 SDRAM
(1 mark)

b. Figure 2 below is an example of a secondary storage device.

Figure 2

i. Identify the device above.

✓ Flash Disk (2 mark)
ii. List down any two advantages of this device over a floppy disk device.
✓ It is more portable than the floppy disk
✓ It usually has more storage space than floppy disks (2 marks)
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c. What do the following acronyms stand for in computer?

i. CMOS
✓ Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor (1 mark)
ii. POST
✓ Power-On-Self Test (1 mark)
iii. VGA
✓ Video Graphics Array (1 mark)
d. State any one advantage of the following types of computer monitors;
i. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
✓ LCD consume less power than non- LCD
✓ It last long, they have a longer lifespan
✓ LCD devices come in all shapes and sizes
(2 marks)
ii. Cathode Ray Tube (CRT)
✓ Less expensive than other display technology
✓ Fast response time
✓ Highest pixel resolutions generally available
✓ They produce more colors
✓ CRT also suitable for use even in dim or dark light (2 marks)

22. a. Mention any one reason why the following resources are important in the management
and safe use of computers?
i. Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
✓ This will allow the users to save everything to avoid data loss and proper shut the
computer down
(2 marks)
ii. Insulated power cables
✓ It prevents electrical shock
✓ It protect the materials to which the electric current flows
✓ It limits current flow between different electrical conductors (2 marks)
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b. Explain any one cause of software and data loss

✓ Human error
• Accidental
• Spillage of liquids
✓ Theft
✓ Software corruption
✓ Computer viruses
✓ Hardware impairment
✓ Power failure
✓ Natural disasters (2 marks)

23.a. Figure 3 is a diagram showing a command button Ms. PowerPoint. Use it to answer the
questions that follow.

Figure 3
iv. In which application software is the above button or icon found?
✓ Presentation Software/Ms PowerPoint (1 mark)
v. What is the function the command button?
✓ Used to insert a new slide in a presentation software (2 marks)
b. List any two examples of presentation software. (2 marks)
✓ Microsoft PowerPoint ✓ Prezi
✓ Google Slides ✓ Visme
✓ Apple Keynote ✓ Canva
✓ LibreOffice Impress ✓ SlideShare
✓ OpenOffice Impress ✓ Powtoon
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24.a. Explain the role or use of the following features in Microsoft word.
i. Find and Replace
✓ Allows the user to search for specific text or pattern within a document or file and
replace with a new text and formatting
(2 marks)
ii. Undo and Redo
✓ Undo reverses an operation while Redo allows the user to bring back a change
previously made. (2 marks)

25.Outline the steps to be followed when dividing a paragraph in a word document into three
columns with a line in between.
✓ Go back to the "Layout" or "Page Layout" tab.
✓ Choose the columns
✓ More columns
✓ Type 3 on the number of columns and click on line between
✓ Click Ok

(4 marks)

26.Explain the impact of computers on the following;

a. Environment
✓ Mining for rare earth metals needed in computer components can damage
ecosystems and generate significant pollution.
✓ Poor disposal of computer wastes pollutes the environment
✓ Computers require electricity to operate, which often comes from fossil fuels,
leading to greenhouse gas emissions.
✓ The manufacturing process of computers generates air pollution due to chemical
reactions and energy usage
(2 marks)
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b. Education
✓ Students can readily access vast libraries of online information, research databases,
and educational materials through the internet, going beyond traditional textbooks.
✓ Adaptive learning software and online platforms can tailor content and pace to
individual student needs, allowing for more focused learning.
✓ Educational games, simulations, and virtual labs provide engaging and hands-on
learning experiences.
✓ Online platforms facilitate collaboration between students and teachers across
geographical distances, enabling group projects and discussions.
✓ Computers empower teachers to create dynamic presentations, track student progress
effectively, and deliver more engaging lessons.
(2 marks)
c. Culture
✓ Computers have enabled people to connect with others across the globe almost
instantly through email, social media, and video conferencing, leading to a more
interconnected world and the breakdown of geographic barriers
✓ With the rise of remote work and digital platforms, computers have altered traditional
work structures, allowing for greater flexibility in location and schedule
✓ Online platforms and social media have created virtual communities where people can
connect based on shared interests, fostering new social dynamics and influencing social
norms.
(2 marks)
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27.Figure 4 below shows show graphical view of the role of an operating system.

USER

HARDWARE
Figure 4
i. Identify A and B
A. Application (1 mark)
B. Operating System (1 mark)
ii. State any two roles played by part B
✓ Act as an interface between the system hardware and the user
✓ Memory management
✓ It helps in processor management / scheduling
✓ Error handling
✓ File management
✓ Storage management (2 marks)
28. Name the type of scanner used to
i. capture prices of goods at points of sale terminals in supermarkets and superstores.
✓ Barcode reader or scanner (1 mark)
ii. grade or mark multiple choice question.
✓ OMR scanner (1 mark)
29.a. Differentiate transitions from animations as used in PowerPoint presentation.
✓ Transitions define how slides behave as you move from one slide to another while
animations define what happens to the characters/text on a slide (2 marks)
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d. State any one reasons why is it important to check the properties of a computer system before
buying.
✓ Helps the user to know the size or ram, storage space, processor speed and type
(1 mark)
30.State any one computer hardware related problem and explain how you can resolve it.
✓ Printer not printing
• check if the printer has paper/its powered on
• check that the computer cable is properly connected both to the printer and
the computer
✓ Mouse/keyboard not working
• Check if the keyboard/mouse is connected to the computer
• Try another port/keyboard/mouse
✓ Computer no switching on
• Check the power cables if properly fixed to the computer
• Check that the sockets/power outlets are switched on
• Check for the availability of power
(4 marks)

Section C (30 marks)

Answer all the three questions in this section in the spaces provided

31.a. Explain the two types of page orientation.

✓ Landscape
✓ Portrait (4 marks)

b. Discuss any three types of views in Microsoft word.

✓ Read mode view ✓ Outline view
✓ Print Layout view ✓ Draft view
✓ Web layout view
(6 marks)
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32.Outline the procedure for inserting the following;

a. Watermark in a word document
i. Click on design tab iv. If customise, choose the format-
ii. Go to watermark picture or text
iii. Choose from the default or v. Select the picture of type the text
customise vi. Apply
(5 marks)
b. Pictures in a Presentation
i. Go to insert tab iv. Select the picture
ii. Click on Pictures v. Click OK
iii. Choose the location of the picture
(5 marks)
33.a. Give any four ways of protecting computers from viruses.
✓ Avoid sharing removable disks
✓ Avoid opening unsolicited emails
✓ Avoid downloading and installing software from untrusted sources
✓ Installing and updating an antivirus
(4 marks)

b. Explain any three factors to consider when designing a presentation.

✓ Type of the presentation
✓ Age of the audience
✓ Nature of the presentation
✓ Time for the presentation
✓ Time allocated for the presentation
✓ Topic of the presentation
(6 marks)

END OF MARKING SCHEME

NB: This is just a proposed marking scheme, feel free to add more responses