Problem Explanation:
The task is to fill in the blanks in the sentences using words from the provided box. The words in the box are related to computer parts, and each sentence describes a specific function or characteristic of a computer component. The goal is to match the correct term with its description.
Provided Words:
- CPU
- monitor
- keyboard
- hard drive
- external hard drive
- mouse
Sentences to Complete:
1. A ________ is an output device that displays information in pictorial or text form.
2. A ________ is an input device.
3. The ________ controls the motion of a pointer in two dimensions in a graphical user interface (GUI).
4. A ________ stores digital information.
5. An ________ is a piece of equipment that can be connected to your computer to increase its storage space. It is portable and can be moved between computers.
6. A ________ provides the instructions and processing power the computer needs to do its work.
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Solution:
#### Sentence 1:
"A ________ is an output device that displays information in pictorial or text form."
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Output device: This means the device shows information to the user.
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Description: Displays information in pictorial or text form.
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Correct Answer:
monitor
#### Sentence 2:
"A ________ is an input device."
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Input device: This means the device allows the user to provide input to the computer.
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Description: General input device.
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Correct Answer:
keyboard (or
mouse, but typically "keyboard" is more general for input)
#### Sentence 3:
"The ________ controls the motion of a pointer in two dimensions in a graphical user interface (GUI)."
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Description: Controls the pointer (cursor) on the screen.
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Correct Answer:
mouse
#### Sentence 4:
"A ________ stores digital information."
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Description: Stores data.
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Correct Answer:
hard drive
#### Sentence 5:
"An ________ is a piece of equipment that can be connected to your computer to increase its storage space. It is portable and can be moved between computers."
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Description: Portable storage device.
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Correct Answer:
external hard drive
#### Sentence 6:
"A ________ provides the instructions and processing power the computer needs to do its work."
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Description: Processes instructions and performs computations.
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Correct Answer:
CPU
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Final Answers:
1.
monitor
2.
keyboard
3.
mouse
4.
hard drive
5.
external hard drive
6.
CPU
Completed Worksheet:
1. A
monitor is an output device that displays information in pictorial or text form.
2. A
keyboard is an input device.
3. The
mouse controls the motion of a pointer in two dimensions in a graphical user interface (GUI).
4. A
hard drive stores digital information.
5. An
external hard drive is a piece of equipment that can be connected to your computer to increase its storage space. It is portable and can be moved between computers.
6. A
CPU provides the instructions and processing power the computer needs to do its work.
Final Answer Box:
\[
\boxed{\text{monitor, keyboard, mouse, hard drive, external hard drive, CPU}}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of basic computer parts worksheet.
