The main function of a computer's operating system is to_________?
A.) Run apps and manage resources
B.) Play music
C.) Control the Internet
D.) Print documents
A.) Run apps and manage resources
In Wreck-It Ralph, the arcade’s power strip represents:
A. A wireless signal B. A network hub C. A firewall D. An extension cord
B. A network hub
Which of these is an example of good digital citizenship?
A. Ignoring others online
B. Sharing passwords
C. Reporting cyberbullying
D. Copying someone’s work
C. Reporting cyberbullying
In Smart House, PAT controlling the lights is similar to:
A. Cloud storage
B. Smart technology
C. Email
D. Antivirus software
B. Smart technology
What does “www” stand for?
A. World Wide Web
B. Wide World Web
C. Web World Wide
D. World Web Window
A. World Wide Web
What is an example of computer hardware?
A. Microsoft Word
B. Monitor
C. File folder
D. Google Chrome
B. Monitor
When Ralph enters the Internet, it represents:
A. Logging into a network
B. Plugging in a flash drive
C. Downloading music
D. Turning off Wi-Fi
A. Logging into a network
What is a firewall?
A. A security system that protects networks
B. A video game level
C. A type of website
D. A power cord
A. A security system that protects networks
Compare PAT from Smart House to Alexa or Google Home — list one realistic and one exaggerated feature.
Similar: Voice commands, controls home devices.
Exaggerated: PAT’s emotional control and decision-making over people’s lives.
In Ralph Breaks the Internet, pop-up ads represent:
A. Virus protection
B. Spam and scams
C. Network servers
D. Firewalls
B. Spam and scams
Which of the following is software?
A. Keyboard
B. Mouse
C. Power cord
D. PowerPoint
D. PowerPoint
In Wreck-It Ralph, characters who can’t leave their games represent:
A. User permissions and access control
B. Internet history
C. Software bugs
D. Cloud syncing
A. User permissions and access control
A smart home device like Alexa is an example of:
A. Artificial intelligence
B. Operating system
C. Computer virus
D. Hardware only
A. Artificial intelligence
Give one advantage and one disadvantage of smart home technology.
Advantage: Convenience, automation.
Disadvantage: Privacy concerns or hacking risks.
Describe what an algorithm is and give one real-life example.
A step-by-step process for solving a problem (e.g., a recipe, Google search ranking, TikTok feed suggestions).
What is a computer algorithm?
A. A list of steps to solve a problem
B. A social media app
C. A type of virus
D. A music file
A. A list of steps to solve a problem
Describe one computer science concept you learned from Wreck-It Ralph.
Wreck-It Ralph shows “programming” through how characters follow coded roles or rules.
Ergonomics is the study of:
A. Computer coding languages
B. Energy use in computers
C. Efficient and safe workspace design
D. Hardware parts
C. Efficient and safe workspace design
Why is it important to practice both cyber safety and physical safety when using technology?
Protects both digital information (from hackers) and physical health (by preventing strain/injury).
How do algorithms determine what appears on your social media feed?
Algorithms track user activity and show posts based on interests or engagement.
What type of memory stores data temporarily while the computer runs?
A. Hard Drive B. Flash Drive C. RAM D. Cloud
C. RAM
In Wreck-It Ralph, each game connects through a hub. How is this like how the Internet connects devices?
Each game connects through a hub just like computers connect through a central server or router.
Which movie showed how technology can go too far and invade privacy?
A. Wreck-It Ralph
B. Smart House
C. Ralph Breaks the Internet
D. Tron
B. Smart House
Explain the difference between hardware and software and give one example of each.
Hardware = physical parts of a computer (keyboard, monitor).
Software = programs or apps that run on the computer (Word, Chrome).
What is a digital footprint and why should people protect it?
The record of everything you do online. It’s important to protect it to keep your personal information and reputation safe.