Class 10 - Information Technology (402)

Sample Paper - 01 (2024-25)

Maximum Marks: 50
Time Allowed: : 2 hours

General Instructions:

1. Please read the instructions carefully.

2. This Question Paper consists of 21 questions in two sections: Section A & Section B.
3. Section A has Objective type questions whereas Section B contains Subjective type questions.
4. Out of the given (5+16=) 21 questions, a candidate has to answer (5+10=) 15 questions in the allotted (maximum) time of 2
hours.
5. All questions of a particular section must be attempted in the correct order.
6. SECTION A - OBJECTIVE-TYPE QUESTIONS (24 MARKS):
i. This section has 05 questions.
ii. Marks allotted are mentioned against each question/part.
iii. There is no negative marking.
iv. Do as per the instructions given.
7. SECTION B - SUBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS (26 MARKS):
i. This section has 16 questions.
ii. A candidate has to do 10 questions.
iii. Do as per the instructions given.
iv. Marks allotted are mentioned against each question/part.

SECTION A: OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTIONS

1. Answer any 4 out of the given 6 questions on Employability Skills (1 x 4 = 4 marks)

1. Which of the following skills is more important than others in getting success in a professional career?

a) Intelligence Quotient (IQ)

b) Communication skills
c) Linguistic skill
d) Emotional and social skills

2. Internal stress is a result of

a) survival stress
b) experience
c) pent-up worries
d) laziness

3. Pressing key opens the Start menu:

a) Ctrl + shift + Windows

b) Windows
c) Alt + Windows

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 d) Ctrl + Windows

4. Which of the following abilities allows an entrepreneur to put everything at stake to convert his idea into a reality?

a) Self-confidence
b) Self-motivation
c) Time management
d) Risk-taking ability

5. Which of the following things should be kept in mind to avoid Linguistic barriers in communication?

a) Clear pronunciation
b) Using colloquialisms
c) Maximum usage of jargons
d) All of these

6. Which of the following is not included in Sustainable development?

a) Use of technologies, which are environmental friendly

b) Green grassy patches and trees to be interspersed between concrete buildings
c) Excessive use of resources and decreasing resource conservation
d) cautious use of resources
2. Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)

1. What does the Update Style feature do?

a) Updates all templates in the document.

b) Deletes a style and replaces it.
c) Reverts a style to its default settings.
d) Applies new formatting to the current style.

2. Which option is used to apply a paragraph style?

a) Double-click the style name.

b) Select Apply Paragraph Style from the toolbar.
c) Use the Format > Apply Style menu.
d) Right-click on the style and select Apply to Document.

3. What does the In Background wrap option do?

a) Makes the image invisible.

b) Moves the image behind the text.
c) Places the image inside the header.
d) Aligns the image to the left margin.

4. How can you position an image in the text?

a) Adjust the Position and Size settings in the context menu.

b) Use the Wrap options in the Image Properties dialog.
c) All of these.
d) Drag the image to the desired location.

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 5. Which style is commonly used for the main section headings in a Table of Contents?

a) Default Style
b) Heading 2
c) Subtitle
d) Heading 1

6. How can you add a new heading level to the Table of Contents?

a) Use the Drawing toolbar.

b) Apply a “Default Style” paragraph.
c) Modify the Table of Contents settings and include the corresponding heading level.
d) Edit the Table of Contents manually.
3. Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)

1. Which tool allows solving for multiple variables in LibreOffice Calc?

a) Subtotals
b) Goal Seek
c) Solver
d) Consolidate

2. What is a registered data source in Calc?

a) A predefined connection to external databases or files

b) A protected sheet
c) A macro-enabled spreadsheet
d) A built-in template

3. How do you insert a hyperlink to another sheet in the same spreadsheet?

a) Use the reference SheetName.CellAddress

b) Insert > Link to External Data
c) Data > Hyperlinks
d) Insert > Hyperlink, then choose “Document” and select the target sheet

4. What action is required before merging spreadsheets?

a) Enable Track Changes

b) Disable sharing
c) Save the current spreadsheet
d) Remove all comments

5. Which feature helps to compare differences between two spreadsheets?

a) Consolidate Data
b) Data Analysis
c) Compare Document
d) Track Changes

6. How do you save macros for use in other spreadsheets?

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 a) Both Save them in the global library and Import them into the “Basic” section of another file
b) Import them into the “Basic” section of another file
c) Save them in the global library
d) Export them as .txt files
4. Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)

1. What does a record represent in a database table?

a) The structure of the database.

b) A single instance of data in a row.
c) The connection between two tables.
d) A unique identifier for a column.

2. Binary data types in a database can be using for storing .

a) integer values
b) only video files
c) only image files
d) photos, music files, etc.

3. What is the first step to create a table in LibreOffice Base using a wizard?

a) Select "Design View" to start

b) Open the database and click on "Create Table"
c) Enter data directly in the table
d) Select "Table Wizard" from the menu

4. Which of the following is NOT a type of relationship in databases?

a) Two-to-One
b) One-to-One
c) Many-to-Many
d) One-to-Many

5. How do you filter for names starting with "J" in a query?

a) Name LIKE 'J*'

b) Name = 'J%'
c) Name = 'J'
d) Name = 'J'

6. What can be customized in a form using the Form Controls Toolbar?

a) Query results
b) Form background and labels
c) Field names in tables
d) Database structure
5. Answer any 5 out of the given 6 questions (1 x 5 = 5 marks)

1. Basic fire safety rules in an organization are .

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 a) Conduct regular drills & Smoke alarms must be placed
b) Fire escape plans must be installed at proper levels
c) All of these
d) Maintenance of safety equipment and No-smoking zone

2. Air pollution is mostly caused by production of the

in the surrounding air.

a) dust
b) gases
c) mixture of solid particles
d) All of these

3. When do we use a fire extinguisher?

a) In case of electric shock

b) In case of fire
c) In case of burn injury
d) In case of flood

4. The best course of action to take during a medical emergency is to .

a) Both Begin first aid immediately and Activate the emergency plan for reporting injuries
b) Begin first aid immediately
c) Activate the emergency plan for reporting injuries
d) Notify the person's family about the situation

5. What type of password can help reduce the risk of a security breach?

a) Small
b) Weak
c) Strong
d) Week

6. What is the name of the portal that is commonly used for booking train tickets?

a) Redbus
b) IRCTC
c) EBay
d) Flipkart
SECTION B (Employability Skills)

6. Briefly describe about visual communication type.

7. Mention any two benefits of working independently.

8. What is a firewall?

9. What are the positive impacts of entrepreneurship on our society?

10. List some ways in which we can use resources sensibly.

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 SECTION B (Subject Specific Skills) Short Answers

11. How can you access the Styles and Formatting window in Writer?

12. How can you add comments to a spreadsheet cell?

13. What is required before merging spreadsheets?

14. How can forms and reports be used together in a database?

15. Give a list of any four types of accidents.

16. State the most important reasons for health, safety and security programs in workplace

SECTION B (Subject Specific Skills) Long Answers

17. A graduate student is preparing a thesis and needs to ensure proper formatting. The student uses the Table of
Contents (ToC) to organize chapters, sections, and subsections.
a) How can a Table of Contents assist in organizing a thesis?
b) What are the steps to create a Table of Contents in LibreOffice Writer?
c) How can you modify the Table of Contents format after it’s created?
d) How can you delete a Table of Contents in the document?

18. A scientist is working on a dataset containing experimental results. They need a macro to sort values in ascending order,
remove outliers, and calculate the mean for each dataset.
a) How does a macro recorder help in simplifying such tasks?
b) Can the macro be written to dynamically handle datasets of different sizes? Explain.
c) How can macros access specific cells directly? Provide an example.
d) Why should macros be organized effectively in such projects?

19. A retail store needs a system to manage inventory and sales data. The store wants to create forms for adding new
products, updating stock levels, and tracking daily sales. Reports will be used to analyze sales trends and inventory
movement.
a) What is the purpose of forms in a database?
b) How can a form be created using the Form Wizard?
c) Which toolbar allows adding and customizing controls in forms?
d) How are reports useful for tracking sales?

20. A hotel uses a database to manage room bookings and customer details. Queries are required to identify vacant rooms,
list customers staying for over seven days, and calculate daily revenue.
a) How can a query retrieve information about vacant rooms?
b) What are the steps to create a query using the wizard?
c) Why is editing a query useful for changing criteria?
d) How can numerical data in bookings be used in queries?

21. How do you ensure effective evacuation during workplace emergencies?

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