Prepare for the Punjab Board Matric Annual Examinations 2027 with our comprehensive Class 10 Computer Science and Entrepreneurship Chapter 2 – Class Test 2. This assessment is part of our specially designed Chapter-Wise Test Series, Class Tests and Full Unit Test Preparation, following the new syllabus issued by PECTAA Punjab. These Punjab Board 2027 Model Papers are designed to help students strengthen their conceptual understanding, assess their learning progress and improve examination performance. Practise chapter-wise questions, revise important topics and enhance your preparation for the Class 10 Computer Science and Entrepreneurship board examination.
Unit: 2
Total Time: 35 Minutes
CHAPTER WISE CLASS TEST
Test No. 2
Computer Sciecne
Total Marks: 25
NOTE:Four possible answers A, B, C and D to each question are given. The choice which you think is correct, fill that circle in front of that question with Marker or Pen ink. Cutting or filling two or more circles will result in zero mark in that question.
TIME: 10 Min
OBJECTIVE
MARKS: 8
Q.1:(08)
1.
Which is the process firmware does after computer is turned on?
(A) FCFS(B) LIFO(C) POST(D) UEFI
2.
Which tool help to remove file safely?
(A) Recycle Bin(B) File History(C) Disk Cleanup(D) Disk Manager
3.
Software updates are also know as:
(A) Cache files(B) Temporary files(C) Patches(D) Latches
4.
Special built-in software to control hidden steps:
(A) Firmware(B) System Software(C) Utility Program(D) Freeware
5.
Which key is used to open BIOS setting in HP Models?
(A) F2(B) F4(C) F10(D) F12
6.
Safe Mode starts Windows with
(A) All drivers and services(B) Basic drivers only(C) Network services(D) Antivirus tools
7.
The Power-On Self-Test (POST) is performed
(A) During system shutdown(B) After login(C) At system startup(D) When installing software
8.
Task Manager is mainly used to
(A) Monitor running applications(B) Clean up disks(C) Scan for viruses(D) Manage files
TIME: 25 Min
SUBJECTIVE
MARKS: 17
(PART – I)
Q.2: Write short answers.(6×2=12)
- What is a boot process and firmware?Boot process: the startup sequence in which the computer runs POST, loads the bootloader and then loads the operating system. Firmware: permanent built-in software stored on a chip (e.g. BIOS/UEFI) that controls hardware at startup.
- Write down the two steps to recover data from Recycle Bin.1. Open the Recycle Bin from the desktop and select the file(s). 2. Right-click and choose Restore; the file returns to its original location.
- What is software update? Describe the method to check system update.A software update is a patch or new version that fixes bugs, improves features and closes security holes. To check: Settings → Update & Security (Windows Update) → Check for updates.
- Why keeping maintenance calendar is important?It schedules regular tasks such as updates, backups, scans and cleaning, so problems are prevented and nothing is forgotten.
- Write one key function of the Resource Monitor.It shows detailed real-time use of CPU, memory, disk and network by each process.
- List the steps to create a bootable USB using Rufus.1. Insert the USB drive. 2. Open Rufus and select the device. 3. Click SELECT and choose the ISO file. 4. Choose partition scheme (GPT for UEFI, MBR for BIOS). 5. Click START and wait until it finishes.
(PART – II)
☆ Write a detailed answer.(5)
Q.3:Explain how deleted files can be recovered using a third-party software. Also, discuss why recovery may not always be successful.
Recovery: install recovery software (e.g. Tenorshare) on a different drive, select the drive or folder, scan it, preview the found files, then select them and save to another location.
Why it may fail: the deleted space was overwritten by new data; the drive is physically damaged; SSD TRIM erased the data; or the files were securely wiped or encrypted.
Why it may fail: the deleted space was overwritten by new data; the drive is physically damaged; SSD TRIM erased the data; or the files were securely wiped or encrypted.
