Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q201.
What is the purpose of a revision worksheet in JSS1 review?
A
To add new topics
B
To assess understanding of key concepts
C
To introduce advanced software
D
To replace the textbook
Correct Answer: B
Revision worksheets test knowledge of reviewed material.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q202.
Which algorithmic step is essential before writing a program?
A
Debugging
B
Planning
C
Compiling
D
Printing
Correct Answer: B
Planning (designing the algorithm) precedes coding.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q203.
In flowchart symbols, which shape represents a decision point?
A
Oval
B
Rectangle
C
Diamond
D
Parallelogram
Correct Answer: C
Diamonds indicate if/else decisions.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q204.
The “Start/End” symbol in a flowchart is usually depicted as:
A
Rectangle
B
Oval
C
Diamond
D
Parallelogram
Correct Answer: B
Ovals mark the beginning or end of a process.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q205.
What is the main advantage of block‑based programming environments like Scratch?
A
They require advanced typing skills
B
They use textual code only
C
They allow visual programming with drag‑and‑drop blocks
D
They are not suitable for beginners
Correct Answer: C
Scratch uses blocks for visual, beginner‑friendly coding.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q206.
In Scratch, which block is used to receive user input?
A
“say” block
B
“when flag clicked” block
C
“ask” block
D
“move” block
Correct Answer: C
The “ask” block prompts the user for input.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q207.
Which Scratch block performs addition on two numbers?
A
“set” block
B
“change by” block
C
“add” block
D
“subtract” block
Correct Answer: C
The “add” block adds two numbers.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q208.
How do you create a loop that repeats 10 times in Scratch?
A
“repeat until” block
B
“forever” block
C
“repeat 10” block
D
“if” block
Correct Answer: C
The “repeat 10” block executes its contents ten times.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q209.
In Scratch, which block is used for conditional branching?
A
“repeat” block
B
“if” block
C
“move” block
D
“say” block
Correct Answer: B
The “if” block provides selection logic.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q210.
What does the “forever” loop do in Scratch programming?
A
Stops after one iteration
B
Repeats once
C
Repeats indefinitely
D
Runs only when a key is pressed
Correct Answer: C
“forever” loops run continuously until stopped.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q211.
A simple calculator program in Scratch should include which of the following features?
A
Random number generator
B
Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
C
3D animation
D
Voice recognition
Correct Answer: B
A calculator handles basic arithmetic operations.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q212.
In Scratch, how can you create a multiple‑choice quiz game?
A
Use only motion blocks
B
Use “say” blocks for questions and “if” blocks to check answers
C
Use only “set” blocks
D
Use “broadcast” blocks exclusively
Correct Answer: B
“say” presents questions; “if” checks responses.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q213.
Which Scratch block allows you to play a sound when a sprite is clicked?
A
“when flag clicked”
B
“when sprite clicked”
C
“play sound” block
D
“forever” block
Correct Answer: B
“when sprite clicked” triggers actions on click.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q214.
A mini‑game project in Scratch should demonstrate:
A
Advanced 3D rendering
B
Interactive elements and logic
C
Text editing features
D
Spreadsheet calculations
Correct Answer: B
Mini‑games rely on interactivity and programming logic.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q215.
In a Scratch animation, which block is used to change a sprite’s costume?
A
“change color” block
B
“next costume” block
C
“move” block
D
“say” block
Correct Answer: B
“next costume” switches the sprite’s appearance.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q216.
What is the purpose of the “broadcast” block in Scratch?
A
To move sprites
B
To play sounds
C
To send messages between sprites
D
To change backgrounds
Correct Answer: C
Broadcast messages coordinate actions across sprites.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q217.
Digital media can be classified into which of the following categories?
A
Text, image, audio, video
B
Text, hardware, software, network
C
Document, spreadsheet, database, email
D
None of the above
Correct Answer: A
These are the main types of digital media.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q218.
Which software is commonly used for basic image editing in school projects?
A
Microsoft Word
B
Paint
C
Excel
D
PowerPoint
Correct Answer: B
Paint offers basic tools for image editing.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q219.
Cropping an image removes:
A
Color balance
B
Unwanted portions of the picture
C
The entire image
D
The background
Correct Answer: B
Cropping trims the image to a desired area.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q220.
Resizing an image changes its:
A
File format
B
Dimensions
C
File size only
D
Color depth only
Correct Answer: B
Resizing adjusts the width and height.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q221.
In audio editing, which process removes silence from a recording?
A
Trimming
B
Merging
C
Splitting
D
Looping
Correct Answer: A
Trimming cuts unwanted silence at the start or end.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q222.
Adding an echo effect to audio is an example of:
A
Cutting
B
Layering
C
Applying an effect
D
Transcoding
Correct Answer: C
Echo is an audio effect applied to the track.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q223.
When editing a video, what is a transition?
A
A clip that plays at the end
B
A visual effect between two clips
C
The audio track
D
The title screen
Correct Answer: B
Transitions smoothly connect two video clips.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q224.
Titles in video editing are used to:
A
Add background music
B
Display text overlays
C
Cut clips
D
Adjust brightness
Correct Answer: B
Titles provide textual information over video.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q225.
Exporting a video creates a file in what format?
A
.docx
B
.xlsx
C
.mp4
D
.pptx
Correct Answer: C
Video files are commonly exported as .mp4.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q226.
Which emerging technology is known for enabling machines to learn from data?
A
Internet of Things
B
Robotics
C
Artificial Intelligence
D
Cloud Computing
Correct Answer: C
AI involves learning from data to make decisions.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q227.
The Internet of Things (IoT) primarily connects:
A
Only computers
B
Devices that can communicate over the internet
C
Human brains to machines
D
Only smartphones
Correct Answer: B
IoT links everyday devices via the internet.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q228.
Robotics in education helps students learn by:
A
Writing essays
B
Building and programming robots
C
Painting
D
Listening to music
Correct Answer: B
Robotics combines hardware and software learning.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q229.
Digital technologies have transformed communication by:
A
Eliminating email
B
Providing instant messaging and video calls
C
Removing social media
D
Replacing all phones
Correct Answer: B
Instant messaging and video calls are key impacts.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q230.
In education, digital tools improve learning through:
A
Only printing worksheets
B
Interactive simulations and online resources
C
Disabling computers
D
Limiting internet access
Correct Answer: B
Interactive simulations enhance engagement.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q231.
In a spreadsheet, which type of cell reference changes when the formula is copied to another cell?
A
Relative
B
Absolute
C
Mixed
D
Fixed
Correct Answer: A
A relative reference changes based on the position where the formula is copied.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q232.
Which of the following is an example of an absolute cell reference?
Correct Answer: B
Absolute references use $ before the column and row to keep them unchanged when copied.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q233.
If a formula in cell A1 refers to B1 and you copy it to A2, what will the reference become?
Correct Answer: A
The reference shifts one row down because it is relative.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q234.
When creating a spreadsheet with multiple worksheets, which feature allows you to reference a cell from another sheet?
A
Cell linking
B
Cross-sheet referencing
C
External linking
D
Sheet referencing
Correct Answer: B
Cross‑sheet referencing uses the sheet name followed by an exclamation mark, e.g., Sheet2!A1.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q235.
What does the IF function in a spreadsheet do?
A
Adds two numbers
B
Counts cells
C
Returns one value if a condition is true and another if false
D
Calculates the average
Correct Answer: C
IF evaluates a condition and returns one of two values based on the result.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q236.
Which function would you use to calculate the average of numbers in cells A1 to A10?
A
SUM
B
COUNT
C
AVERAGE
D
MAX
Correct Answer: C
AVERAGE returns the mean of the specified range.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q237.
In a spreadsheet, which function returns the sum of values in a range?
A
COUNT
B
SUM
C
AVERAGE
D
MAX
Correct Answer: B
SUM adds all numbers in the given range.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q238.
What is the purpose of conditional formatting in spreadsheets?
A
To sort data
B
To filter data
C
To change cell appearance based on values
D
To create charts
Correct Answer: C
Conditional formatting applies formatting rules to cells that meet specific criteria.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q239.
Which of the following is a correct way to create a summary table in a spreadsheet?
A
Use the SUM function only
B
Use Pivot Tables
C
Manually type totals
D
Use the IF function exclusively
Correct Answer: B
Pivot Tables automatically summarize and analyze data from a range.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q240.
A database is best described as:
A
A collection of unrelated files
B
An organized collection of data
C
A type of spreadsheet
D
A computer program
Correct Answer: B
A database stores data in an organized, structured way.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q241.
Which component is NOT part of the core database structure?
A
Tables
B
Records
C
Fields
D
Worksheets
Correct Answer: D
Worksheets are part of spreadsheets, not database structures.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q242.
In a database, what is a record?
A
A column
B
A row of related fields
C
A database table
D
A query result
Correct Answer: B
A record is a single row containing related data across fields.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q243.
Which database component is used to retrieve data based on specific criteria?
A
Forms
B
Reports
C
Queries
D
Tables
Correct Answer: C
Queries filter and fetch data from tables according to conditions.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q244.
When designing a simple student database, which field type would you use to store a student’s ID number?
A
Text
B
Number
C
Date
D
Boolean
Correct Answer: B
Student ID is numeric, so a number field type is appropriate.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q245.
What is the main purpose of a database report?
A
To enter data
B
To display data in a formatted way
C
To edit records
D
To create tables
Correct Answer: B
Reports present data in a readable, formatted format for analysis.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q246.
Which of the following best describes a CPU?
A
Storage device
B
Power supply unit
C
Central Processing Unit
D
Motherboard
Correct Answer: C
The CPU is the brain of the computer, executing instructions.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q247.
The motherboard connects which components?
A
CPU only
B
CPU and RAM only
C
All internal components together
D
External peripherals only
Correct Answer: C
The motherboard provides pathways for all internal parts to communicate.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q248.
Which type of memory is volatile and loses data when power is off?
A
Hard drive
B
SSD
C
RAM
D
Flash drive
Correct Answer: C
RAM is temporary memory that requires power to retain data.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q249.
A power supply unit is responsible for:
A
Storing data
B
Cooling the CPU
C
Converting AC to DC for components
D
Displaying graphics
Correct Answer: C
The PSU supplies the necessary electrical power to the computer.
Junior Certificate Examination
Digital Technologies
Q250.
Which peripheral is used for printing documents?
A
Scanner
B
Projector
C
Printer
D
External hard drive
Correct Answer: C
Printers output documents onto paper.