Short Test (15 minutes)

Topic: IGCSE ICT Written Assessment - Storage Devices and Media

Introduction:

The purpose of this written assessment is to evaluate your understanding of storage devices and media in the context
of IGCSE ICT. The assessment will include questions tailored to your ability level: high ability, low ability, and medium
ability.

Read the instructions carefully and allocate your time accordingly. Ensure that your responses are clear, concise, and
demonstrate your knowledge of the topic.

HA: Assessment Instructions:

Section 1: Multiple Choice Questions (10 marks)

Select the correct answer from the options provided for each question.
Each question carries one mark.

1. Which of the following storage devices has the 6. Which storage device allows for random access and
fastest data access speed? is used for storing computer programs and data files?
a) Hard Disk Drive (HDD) a) Optical Disc
b) Solid-State Drive (SSD) b) Solid-State Drive (SSD)
c) Optical Disc c) Magnetic Tape
d) USB Flash Drive d) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

2. What is the maximum storage capacity of a 7. What is the storage capacity of a standard Blu-ray
standard DVD? Disc?
a) 4.7 GB a) 25 GB
b) 8.5 GB b) 50 GB
c) 16 GB c) 100 GB
d) 32 GB d) 200 GB

3. Which of the following is a volatile storage device? 8. Which of the following storage devices is
a) USB Flash Drive considered non-volatile?
b) Hard Disk Drive (HDD) a) USB Flash Drive
c) Random Access Memory (RAM) b) Random Access Memory (RAM)
d) DVD-RW c) Solid-State Drive (SSD)
d) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
4. Which storage device is typically used for offline,
archival storage? 9. Which storage medium is most susceptible to
a) USB Flash Drive physical damage and data loss?
b) Solid-State Drive (SSD) a) USB Flash Drive
c) Magnetic Tape b) Solid-State Drive (SSD)
d) Blu-ray Disc c) Magnetic Tape
d) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
5. Which storage medium is commonly used for high-
definition movie distribution? 10. Which storage device provides the highest level of
a) CD-ROM portability and convenience?
b) Blu-ray Disc a) Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
c) Magnetic Tape b) Magnetic Tape
d) DVD-RW c) USB Flash Drive
d) Blu-ray Disc
Section 2: Short Answer Questions (20 marks)
Answer the following questions in 2-3 sentences each.
Ensure your responses are accurate and to the point.
Each question carries 2 marks.

1. What is the main advantage of using solid-state drives (SSDs) over traditional hard disk drives (HDDs)?

2. How does cloud storage work, and what are its advantages?

3. Name two examples of optical storage devices.

4. Define the term "volatile storage device" and provide an example.

5. What is the primary difference between a USB flash drive and an external hard disk drive?

6. What is the main disadvantage of using cloud storage?