PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

FORM ONE MIDTERM EXAMINATION-MARCH 2026

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Time: 2:30 Hours

INSTRUCTIONS

1. This paper consists of sections A, B and C with a total of ten (10) questions.
2. Answer all questions.
3. All answers must be written in black or blue ink.
4. Write your Name at the top right corner of every page.

SECTION A (15 Marks)

1. For each of the following items (i-x), choose the best answer from among the given alternatives and write its letter in the space given below.

i. Which of the following best defines “Computer science”?

1. The study of how to use computer for entertainment
2. The study of computers, their functions, and how they can solve problems 
3. The practice of typing faster on a keyboard
4. The use of internet for communication. 

ii. Which of the following is an application area of Computer Science?

1. Agriculture 
2. Construction 
3. Healthcare 
4. All of the above 

iii. Why is Computer Science important in modern society?

1. It reduces human interaction
2. It helps in solving complex problems efficiently
3. It makes people lazy 
4. It increases paper usage

iv. Which of the following fields is closely related to Computer Science?

1. Medicine 
2. Information Technology (IT). 
3. Geology. 
4. History

v. Which concept of Computer Science focuses on protecting information from unauthorized access?

1. Networking 
2. Cybersecurity
3. Database Management 
4. Web Development

vi. One of the applications of computer science in education is:

1. Playing video games 
2. Online learning platforms
3. Watching movies 
4. Listening to Music

vii. The branch of computer science that deal with programming languages is:

1. Data base management 
2. Computer networks
3. Software Engineering 
4. Hardware Engineering

viii. The process of solving problems using computers is called:

1. Data entry 
2. Problem-solving algorithm
3. Typing practice 
4. Graphics design.

ix. An example of practical application of computer science in business is:

1. Internet banking 
2. Reading books
3. Driving a car 
4. Cooking food

x. The teacher of computer science taught students of form one the importance of computer science. As the computer science student, why is computer science important in today’s world?

1. It increases paper usage
2. It slows down communication
3. It enhances problem-solving skills and technological development 
4. It is only used by scientists

Answers

2. Match the following computer generations in LIST A with its associated technology in LIST B.

Answers

SECTION B (70 Marks)

3. Nowadays computers are used everywhere in the world and some people depend on computers to make sure they work hard and get some basic needs in the society. You are a student of form one with the knowledge about computers, Explain briefly five characteristics of computers.

4. The teacher of computer science taught students the application areas of computer science. As the student of form one with the knowledge of computer science explain how computer science is important in Education sector. (Explain five (05) points)

5. Form Four students were having conversation in their class, discussing various things concerning the use of computers and its significance one student stood up crashes the presence of computers because they have no use in this world. As the student of form one with the knowledge of computer science explain to her, living in the world without Computer Science. Use five points.

6. Identify and explain any five (5) fields related to Computer Science.

7. Study the following computer hardware given and answer the questions that follow:

(a) Name the computer hardware accessories labelled 1-6.

(1) _____________________________________________________________________

(2) _____________________________________________________________________

(3) _____________________________________________________________________

(4) _____________________________________________________________________

(5) _____________________________________________________________________

(6) _____________________________________________________________________

(b) State the function of each hardware labelled 1, 2, 4 and 6.

(1) ______________________________________________________________________

(2) ______________________________________________________________________

(4) ______________________________________________________________________

(6) ______________________________________________________________________

8. (a) How can you define the term Autonomous system?

(b) Mention four Examples of autonomous systems you ever across with

9. Your school is opening a new computer lab. The Head of ICT has asked you to explain to new students how they will interact with the computers.

1. Explain what input devices and output devices are.
2. Give two examples of input devices and two examples of output devices.
3. Why is it important for a computer to have both input and output devices?

SECTION C (15 Marks)

10. Computer science has diverse and far-reaching applications across numerous fields. Briefly explain the application of Computer Science in each of the following fields. 

1. Banking
2. Agriculture
3. Healthcare
4. Defense
5. Transportation

PRIME MINISTER'S OFFICE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT

FORM ONE MIDTERM EXAMINATION

 COMPUTER STUDIES : APRIL 2026

FORM ONE 

INSTRUCTION

1. This paper consists of sections A, B and C with a total of ten (10) questions.
2. Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
3. Section A and C carry fifteen (15) marks each and section B carries seventy (70) marks.
4. All writing must be in blue or black ink.
5. Cellular phones, calculators and any unauthorized materials are not allowed in the examination room.
6. Write your Name in Full on the top right hand corner of every page

SECTION A (15 Marks)

Answer all questions in this section

1. For each of the items (i) – (x), choose the correct answer from the given alternatives and write its letter in the provided.

i) Output from a printer is normally called:

1. A soft copy
2. A photocopy
3. An electronic copy
4. A hard copy

ii). The difference between data and information is that: -

1. Data always contain information
2. Data have the context while information do not
3. Always information has enough meant while data may not have t
4. Information and data are one and same thing.

iii. The following is an Input device except

1. Tape
2. Punched card
3. Disk
4. Printer

iv. The following are physical components of a computer except:

1. Hardware
2. Input device
3. Software
4. Storage media

v. The central Processing Unit of a computer

1. Controls the auxiliary storage unite
2. Is controlled by the input date entering the system
3. Is controlled from the control panel
4. Controls all input, output and processing

vi Below are ways of disseminating information. Which one is the modern ways

1. A Messenger
2. Whistle
3. Internet
4. Fire

vii. .Both traditional and modern ways of disseminating information:

1. are always expensive
2. equites special skills to send and receive the message
3. can use the telegraph
4. allow one or many receives

viii. Communication is a term used to describe:-

1. Media such as the radio
2. the sharing of valuables Items
3. Forms of receiving and sending Information 
4. The internet

ix) Which of the following is a primary role of the Tanzania Institute of Education (TIE) in relation to Information and Communications Studies within the national curriculum?

1. To provide internet access to all schools in Tanzania.
2. To develop and approve ICT-related curriculum materials for use in Tanzanian schools.
3. To manage the national telecommunications infrastructure.
4. To regulate the distribution of electronic devices to students.

x) Which of the following used to hold data and instructions that are to be used shortly by the CPU?

1. Hard disk
2. Peripheral device
3. ROM chip
4. RAM chip

2. Match the item in List A with the correct answer in List B by writing its letter below in the box provided

ANSWERS

SECTION B (70 MARKS)

Answer all questions from this section

3. (a) What is computer hardware

(b) (i) Name at least two (02) types of computer hardware

(ii) Differentiate between the two (02) types of hardware named above

4. Mention at least FIVE (05) advantages of computer

5. What is the long form of the following abbreviations

1. RISC
2. CRT
3. LCD
4. ALU
5. PC

6. (a) (i) Explain the term computer system

(ii) Explain the following terms as used in the computer system

1. clicking 
2. Double clicking 
3. Right clicking 

(iii) Explain the two types of a CPU

7. (a) Briefly explain the following terms;

1. Supercomputer
2. A mouses

b) Differentiate supper computer and main computer

c) Briefly explain main three criteria to consider when you want to buy a computer

8. Explain five (05) element of communication

9. Describe the term Computer generation

SECTION C (15 MARKS)

Answer question number 10.

10.Explain six key ways that Information and Communication Studies (ICS) are vital for empowering students in Tanzania and contributing to national development.