FORM ONE COMPUTER ANNUAL EXAMS
THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA
PRESIDENT’S OFFICE – REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
FORM ONE ANNUAL EXAMINATION COMPUTER SCIENCE TIME: 2:30 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS
1. This paper consists of  three (3) sections A, B, and C .
2. Answer  all questions in Sections A and B .
3. In Section C, answer  one (1) question only .
4. Write your  Assessment Number/Full Name  at the top right-hand corner of every  page.
5. Use  blue or black ink  for writing, diagrams may be drawn in pencil.
6. Unauthorized materials and electronic devices are not allowed  in the  examination room.
SECTION A (15 Marks)
QUESTION 1: Multiple Choice Questions (10 marks)
For each item (i)–(x), choose the correct answer and write its letter in the box provided.
(i) Computer Science can best be defined as: A. The study of living things B. The study of computers and their applications  ✅ C. The use of mobile phones only D. A branch of agriculture
(ii) Which of the following is NOT an importance of Computer Science? A. Facilitates problem solving B. Enhances communication C. Improves decision making D. Increases illiteracy
(iii) A computer system is: A. Only the monitor and keyboard B. A collection of hardware, software, data, and users working together
C. A device for playing games D. Only programs that run on a machine
(iv) The physical components of a computer are called: A. Software B. Hardware C. Data D. Information
(v) Which type of software is used to control the computer hardware? A. System software B. Application software C. Utility software D. Programming language
(vi) Which of the following is a principle of safe computer handling? A. Eating while typing B. Keeping liquids away from the computer C. Sitting on the system unit D. Pulling cables carelessly
(vii) Windows, Linux and macOS are examples of: A. Hardware B. Operating systems C. Application packages D. Programming languages
(viii) The correct order in solving a problem using a computer is: A. Input → Processing → Output B. Processing → Input → Output C. Output → Input → Processing D. Input → Output → Processing
(ix) A step-by-step procedure to solve a problem is called: A. A program B. An algorithm C. A database D. A network
(x) A flowchart symbol for decision making is: A. Rectangle
B. Diamond C. Oval D. Circle
QUESTION 2: Matching Items (5 Marks)
Match the items in  List A  with their correct responses in  List B . Write the letter of the  correct response beside the item number.


SECTION B (70 Marks)
Answer all questions (3–9). Each carries 10 marks.
QUESTION 3  
(a) Define Computer Science. (b) Mention two importance of studying Computer Science. (c) Give two examples of real-life applications of Computer Science. (d) Explain one reason why Computer Science is important in Tanzania today.
QUESTION 4
(a) Define Information Technology (IT). (b) Differentiate between IT and ICT. (c) Mention two careers related to Computer Science. (d) Explain the importance of Computer Engineering.
QUESTION 5
(a) What is a computer system? (b) List two types of computer systems. (c) State two functions of a computer system. (d) Give one significance of a computer system in daily life.
QUESTION 6
(a) Define computer hardware. (b) Mention two components of hardware. (c) Explain one function of input devices. (d) State one importance of studying computer generations.
QUESTION 7
(a) What is computer software? (b) Name two types of software. (c) Give one function of system software. (d) Explain one function of utility software.
QUESTION 8
(a) Mention two safety measures in handling computers. (b) Why is data backup important? (c) Give one example of a utility program. (d) State one way of maintaining cleanliness in a computer lab.
QUESTION 9
(a) Define an algorithm. (b) State one principle of an algorithm. (c) Draw a simple flowchart to show  Input two numbers and display their sum . (d) Write a pseudocode for the above flowchart.
SECTION C (15 Marks)
Answer one (1) essay question only.
QUESTION 10 (Essay)
“Computer Science plays a significant role in solving human problems.” With vivid examples,  explain five contributions of Computer Science in daily life .

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