Introduction to Information Communication and Technology (ICT) – 40 MCQs with Answers

byTooka -August 23, 2025

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ICT stands for:
A. Information Communication Transmission
B. Information Communication Technology
C. International Computer Technology
D. Information Coordinated Technology
Answer: B
Which of the following is NOT a component of ICT?
A. Hardware
B. Software
C. Peopleware
D. Agriculture
Answer: D
The physical parts of the computer are called:
A. Software
B. Hardware
C. Data
D. Programs
Answer: B
An example of application software is:
A. Windows 10
B. Microsoft Word
C. BIOS
D. Linux Kernel
Answer: B
The main function of an Operating System is to:
A. Enter data into the computer
B. Control hardware and software resources
C. Type letters and reports
D. Print documents
Answer: B

The first mechanical calculating device was invented by:
A. Charles Babbage
B. Blaise Pascal
C. John von Neumann
D. Alan Turing
Answer: B
Charles Babbage is regarded as:
A. Father of ICT
B. Father of the Internet
C. Father of Computers
D. Father of Artificial Intelligence
Answer: C
Which generation of computers used Integrated Circuits (ICs)?
A. First
B. Second
C. Third
D. Fourth
Answer: C
The Internet was originally developed for:
A. Educational purposes
B. Business transactions
C. Military communication
D. Entertainment
Answer: C
Which of the following is the correct order of data processing?
A. Input → Processing → Output → Storage
B. Processing → Input → Output → Storage
C. Output → Processing → Input → Storage
D. Storage → Output → Processing → Input
Answer: A

A device that converts data into a form the computer can use is called:
A. Output device
B. Input device
C. Storage device
D. Processor
Answer: B
The ‘brain’ of the computer is:
A. Monitor
B. CPU
C. Mouse
D. Hard Disk
Answer: B
RAM stands for:
A. Read Any Memory
B. Random Access Memory
C. Real Access Method
D. Rapid Access Machine
Answer: B
Which of these is permanent memory?
A. RAM
B. ROM
C. Cache
D. Registers
Answer: B
System software includes:
A. Microsoft Excel
B. Antivirus programs
C. Operating Systems
D. CorelDraw
Answer: C
Which is NOT an input device?
A. Keyboard
B. Scanner
C. Microphone
D. Printer
Answer: D
The storage capacity of computers is usually measured in:
A. Inches
B. Megabytes/Gigabytes
C. Pixels
D. Hertz
Answer: B
An example of secondary storage device is:
A. Cache
B. Flash Drive
C. Registers
D. RAM
Answer: B

LAN stands for:
A. Local Area Network
B. Long Access Network
C. Limited Area Network
D. Low Application Network
Answer: A
The largest network in the world is the:
A. WAN
B. MAN
C. Internet
D. LAN
Answer: C
Which protocol is used to transfer web pages on the Internet?
A. FTP
B. SMTP
C. HTTP
D. POP3
Answer: C
Which device connects multiple computers in a network?
A. Mouse
B. Router
C. Printer
D. Keyboard
Answer: B
Spam emails refer to:
A. Useful mails
B. Junk or unwanted mails
C. Secure mails
D. Personal mails
Answer: B
The ‘www’ in a website address stands for:
A. World Wide Web
B. World Wide Word
C. Web World Wide
D. Wide World Web
Answer: A
Which of these is NOT a web browser?
A. Google Chrome
B. Mozilla Firefox
C. Internet Explorer
D. WhatsApp
Answer: D

ICT can be used in education for all EXCEPT:
A. Online learning
B. Interactive teaching
C. Medical treatment
D. Virtual libraries
Answer: C
One major benefit of ICT in teaching is:
A. It increases chalk usage
B. It reduces student participation
C. It makes learning more interactive
D. It replaces teachers completely
Answer: C
E-learning refers to:
A. Learning using electricity
B. Learning using ICT tools
C. Learning using only textbooks
D. Learning by writing exams
Answer: B
In Ghana, ICT was introduced as a subject at the basic school level in:
A. 2003
B. 2007
C. 2010
D. 2015
Answer: B
The use of ICT in education is supported by:
A. GES ICT Policy
B. Ghana ICT4AD Policy
C. UN ICT Policy
D. African ICT Forum
Answer: B

Computer viruses are:
A. Biological infections
B. Malicious programs
C. Useful software
D. Operating systems
Answer: B
Which of the following is NOT an antivirus software?
A. Avast
B. McAfee
C. Norton
D. PowerPoint
Answer: D
The practice of stealing someone’s work and presenting it as your own is called:
A. Hacking
B. Plagiarism
C. Spam
D. Piracy
Answer: B
The illegal copying of software is known as:
A. Hacking
B. Software piracy
C. Phishing
D. Crashing
Answer: B
A strong password should include:
A. Only letters
B. Only numbers
C. A mix of letters, numbers, and symbols
D. Your date of birth
Answer: C

In Microsoft Word, CTRL + S is used for:
A. Saving a document
B. Printing a document
C. Searching a document
D. Selecting all text
Answer: A
In PowerPoint, slides are used to:
A. Store data
B. Create presentations
C. Calculate figures
D. Type reports only
Answer: B
The formula bar is found in:
A. Microsoft Access
B. Microsoft Excel
C. Microsoft Word
D. Microsoft PowerPoint
Answer: B
Which shortcut key is used to copy selected text?
A. CTRL + C
B. CTRL + V
C. CTRL + X
D. CTRL + Z
Answer: A
In email communication, CC stands for:
A. Copy Chat
B. Carbon Copy
C. Common Communication
D. Central Contact
Answer: B
Disclaimer: This material is provided for educational purposes to support teacher trainees and educators. It is not an official examination document of any college of education in Ghana.