Computer Studies

Chapter 1 A Computer

1) Answer the following.

a. What are machines

Answer: Machines are devices/things that make our life easier. An example
of a machine is a bicycle or a toaster.

b. Is computer a machine? Give reasons for your answer.

Answer: Yes, a computer is a machine because it is a device that helps
simplify our lives.

c. Why is computer called a smart machine?

Answer: A computer is called a smart machine because it can be
programmed to make decisions and solve problems.

d. Identify things that you must not keep on your computer table. Why is this
important?
Answer: Liquids, food items, and chewing gum can all cause sticky fingers
which can affect the efficient use of the computer It is important
to keep the computer table clean and organized.

e. What are the different tasks that you computer can do and you cannot?
Answer: A computer can store large quantities of information
 Chapter 1 A Computer (Worksheet)
1. Unjumble the letters to form words using the hints given below.
a. I N E C H A M
Hint: ........................ are things made by humans to make their work easier.

b. E R T U C M P O

Hint: This is a smart machine used for solving sums, playing games, etc.

c. R C A

Hint: A machine found outside the house which is used to travel from one place
to another.

2. Look at the following pictures and encircle the machine names in the given grid.

(a) (b) (c) (d)

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