St.
John’s Secondary School,
Nasirabad
Lesson Name:- Input / Output and Storage Devices
th
Subject :- Computer Class :- 9
Multiple Choice Questions:
1. The Chip which has the brain of the Computer System:
(a) CD ` (b) Hard Disk (c) Microprocessor
2. The work done by the C.P.U.:
(a) Output (b) Processing (c) Printing
3. A set of instructions given to the computer to do a specific job:
(a) Input (b) Program (c) Hardware
4. Mouse is:
(a) Input (b) Output (c) Both
5. This records your voice:
(a) Speaker (b) Mouse (c) Microphone
6. This transfers huge amount of data from one computer to another with a small
device:
(a) CD (b) Hard Disk (e) Pen Drive
7. To protect the computer and continue working against power failure:
(a) Modem (b) UPS (c) Monitor
8. To send your live pictures through internet:
(a) Web Camera (b) Printer (c) Scanner.
Very Short Type Questions:
1.What are output devices? Name any three output devices with their function.
2 Name all the three types of printers available.
3. What is CD and how does it differ from DVD?
4. What is the use of mouse?
5. What is the difference between impact printer and non-impact printer?
6. Write the function of light pen. Joystick.
Short Type Questions:
1. Write the different types of memory.
2. Give the working of monitor.
3. Give two examples of output and input devices.
4. What is the use of a projector?
5. Give the full form for the following:
(i) CD
(ii) UPS
(iii) ROM
6. What is multimedia?
7. Give the advantages of multimedia.
Essay Type Questions:
1. Write the types of printers? Give their working.
2. Give construction and working of a hard disk?
3. What is CD ROM? Write its uses and working.
4. What is multimedia? Write the adavantages of multimedia.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. The Chip which has the brain of the Computer System:
(a) CD (b) Hard Disk (c) Microprocessor
2. The work done by the C.P.U.:
(a) Output (b) Processing (c) Printing
3. A set of instructions given to the computer to do a specific job:
(a) Input (b) Program (c) Hardware
4. Mouse is:
(a) Input (b) Output (c) Both
5. This records your voice:
(a) Speaker (b) Mouse (c) Microphone
6. This transfers huge amount of data from one computer to another
with a small device:
(a) CD (b) Hard Disk (c) Pen Drive
7. To protect the computer and continue working against power failure:
(a) Modem (b) UPS (c) Monitor
8. To send your live pictures through internet:
(a) Web Camera (b) Printer (c) Scanner.
Very Short Type Questions
1. What are output devices? Name any three output devices with their
function.
Answer :- Output devices are hardware components that display or convey processed
information from a computer to the user.
Monitor: Displays visual output like text, images, and videos.
Printer: Produces a hard copy of digital documents or images.
Speaker: Emits audio output like music, speech, and sound effects.
2. Name all the three types of printers available.
Answer :- The three main types of printers are:
Impact Printers: e.g., Dot Matrix Printers.
Non-Impact Printers: e.g., Inkjet Printers, Laser Printers.
3D Printers: Create three-dimensional objects from digital designs.
3. What is CD and how does it differ from DVD?
Answer :- CD (Compact Disc) is an optical storage medium primarily used for storing audio
and data.
DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) is also an optical storage medium but offers
significantly higher storage capacity than a CD, making it suitable for video and
larger data files.
4. What is the use of mouse?
Answer :- The mouse is an input device used to control the on-screen pointer (cursor)
in a Graphical User Interface (GUI). It allows users to select items, open files,
navigate, and interact with software applications.
5. What is the difference between impact printer and non-impact printer?
Answer :- Impact Printers: Form images by striking an ink-soaked ribbon against the paper
(e.g., dot matrix). They are typically noisier.
Non-Impact Printers: Form images without physical contact between the printing
mechanism and the paper, using technologies like ink spray (inkjet) or toner
(laser). They are generally quieter and offer higher print quality.
6. Write the function of light pen. Joystick.
Answer :- Light Pen: An input device used to select or draw on a computer screen by
detecting light from the display.
Joystick: An input device consisting of a stick that pivots on a base and reports its
angle or direction to the computer, primarily used for gaming.
Short Type Questions
1. Write the different types of memory.
Answer :- Computer memory can be broadly categorized into:
Primary Memory (Main Memory):
o RAM (Random Access Memory): Volatile, used for temporary storage of data
and programs currently in use.
o ROM (Read-Only Memory): Non-volatile, stores essential boot-up instructions.
Secondary Memory (Auxiliary Storage):
o Hard Disk Drive (HDD): Magnetic storage for long-term data storage.
o Solid State Drive (SSD): Flash-based storage, faster and more durable than
HDDs.
o Optical Discs: CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray Discs.
o Flash Drives/Pen Drives: Portable, non-volatile storage.
2. Give the working of monitor.
Answer :- A monitor displays visual output generated by the computer's graphics
card. It receives signals, typically digital, and converts them into visible images on
its screen using technologies like LCD, LED, or OLED. The screen is composed
of pixels, which are illuminated and colored to form the displayed content.
3. Give two examples of output and input devices.
Input Devices:
o Keyboard: Used to enter text and commands.
o Mouse: Used for cursor control and interaction with graphical interfaces.
Output Devices:
o Monitor: Displays visual information.
o Printer: Produces hard copies of documents.
4. What is the use of a projector?
Answer :- A projector is an output device used to project an image or video onto a large
surface, such as a screen or wall. It is commonly used for presentations, movies,
and displaying content to a larger audience.
5. Give the full form for the following:
(i) CD: Compact Disc
(ii) UPS: Uninterruptible Power Supply
(iii) ROM: Read-Only Memory
6. What is multimedia?
Answer :- Multimedia refers to the combination of different content forms, such as text, audio,
images, animations, video, and interactive content, presented together to convey
information or create an experience.
7. Give the advantages of multimedia.
Answer :-
Enhanced Engagement: Makes content more interactive and appealing.
Improved Understanding: Visual and auditory elements can clarify complex
information.
Increased Retention: Multiple sensory inputs aid memory and learning.
Broader Communication: Caters to diverse learning styles and preferences.
Versatility: Applicable in various fields like education, entertainment, and
business.
Essay Type Questions
1. Write the types of printers? Give their working.
Types of Printers:
1. Impact Printers:
o Dot Matrix Printers: Form characters by striking a pin against an inked ribbon, creating
a pattern of dots on the paper. They are known for their ability to print multi-part forms
and their low cost per page, though they are noisy and offer lower print quality.
2. Non-Impact Printers:
o Inkjet Printers: Spray tiny droplets of liquid ink onto the paper to form images and
text. They are popular for home and small office use due to their ability to produce high-
quality color prints.
o Laser Printers: Use a laser beam to create an electrostatic image on a drum, which
then attracts toner powder. The toner is then transferred to the paper and fused with
heat. They are known for their speed, high-quality text output, and cost-effectiveness for
high-volume printing.
3. 3D Printers:
o Build three-dimensional objects layer by layer from a digital design using various
materials like plastic, resin, or metal. They operate by extruding, fusing, or solidifying
material in precise patterns to construct the object.
2. Give construction and working of a hard disk?
Construction: A hard disk drive (HDD) consists of several platters (circular disks) made
of a non-magnetic material coated with a magnetic material. These platters are stacked
on a central spindle and rotate at high speeds. Read/write heads are mounted on an
actuator arm that moves across the platters' surfaces to access data. The entire
assembly is enclosed in a sealed unit to protect it from dust and contaminants.
Working: Data is stored magnetically on the platters in concentric tracks, which are
further divided into sectors. When data needs to be read or written, the actuator arm
moves the read/write heads to the correct track, and the platters rotate until the desired
sector passes under the head. The heads then either magnetize areas on the platter to
write data or detect magnetic changes to read data.
3. What is CD ROM? Write its uses and working.
CD-ROM (Compact Disc Read-Only Memory) is a type of optical disc that can store
digital data, but once the data is written, it cannot be erased or modified (read-only).
Uses:
Software Distribution: Used to distribute operating systems, applications, and games.
Data Archiving: For storing large amounts of data that do not require frequent updates.
Multimedia Content: Used for distributing music, videos, and interactive multimedia
titles.
Working: A CD-ROM stores data as microscopic pits and lands on its surface. A laser in
the CD-ROM drive shines onto the spinning disc. When the laser hits a land, it is
reflected back to a sensor. When it hits a pit, the light scatters, and less light is
reflected. The variations in reflected light are interpreted as binary data (0s and 1s) by
the drive, which then translates this into readable information for the computer.
4. What is multimedia? Write the adavantages of multimedia.
Multimedia: Multimedia is the integration of multiple forms of media, such as text, audio,
images, animation, and video, to present information or create an interactive
experience. It combines these elements to deliver a richer and more engaging message
than any single medium could achieve alone.
Advantages of Multimedia:
Enhanced Communication: Allows for more effective and comprehensive
communication by utilizing various sensory channels.
Increased Engagement and Interest: The dynamic and diverse nature of multimedia
captures and holds the audience's attention more effectively than static text or images.
Improved Learning and Retention: Combining visual and auditory elements caters to
different learning styles, making information easier to understand and remember.
Greater Impact and Persuasion: The emotional and immersive qualities of multimedia
can create a more memorable and persuasive message.
Versatility Across Applications: Multimedia is widely used in education (e-learning),
entertainment (movies, games), business (presentations, marketing), and
communication, demonstrating its adaptability and broad utility.
Facilitates Complex Information Delivery: Complex concepts can be simplified and
explained more clearly through the use of animations, simulations, and interactive
elements.
