Traditional vs Modern Communication
- Which of the following is an example of traditional communication? (CBSE 2011)
A. Email
B. Television
C. Folk songs
D. WhatsApp
✔️ Answer: C. Folk songs - Which is the fastest means of communication? (CBSE 2015)
A. Postcard
B. Email
C. Telephone
D. Telegram
✔️ Answer: B. Email - Which of the following is a mass communication medium? (CBSE 2017)
A. Email
B. Letter
C. Television
D. Telephone
✔️ Answer: C. Television - Which one of the following is not an example of ICT? (CBSE 2013)
A. Radio
B. Computer
C. Smartphone
D. Bicycle
✔️ Answer: D. Bicycle
🌐 Internet & Digital Communication
- Which one of these uses Internet for communication? (CBSE 2016)
A. Post office
B. Courier
C. Email
D. Fax
✔️ Answer: C. Email - Which of the following is NOT required to access the internet? (CBSE 2020)
A. Modem
B. Browser
C. Television
D. Internet connection
✔️ Answer: C. Television - Which of these is used to access a website? (CBSE 2014)
A. Email ID
B. IP Address
C. URL
D. Telephone number
✔️ Answer: C. URL - Which software helps in viewing web pages? (CBSE 2021)
A. Excel
B. Word
C. Browser
D. Paint
✔️ Answer: C. Browser - What does WWW stand for? (CBSE 2010)
A. World Web Wire
B. Wide Web World
C. World Wide Web
D. Web World Wire
✔️ Answer: C. World Wide Web
📲 Mobile & Social Media Communication
- Which app is used for instant messaging? (CBSE 2018)
A. Gmail
B. WhatsApp
C. YouTube
D. Firefox
✔️ Answer: B. WhatsApp - A social media platform used to share short videos: (CBSE 2023 Sample)
A. Telegram
B. TikTok
C. WhatsApp
D. Google Meet
✔️ Answer: B. TikTok - Which is NOT a use of ICT in communication? (CBSE 2015)
A. WhatsApp
B. FaceTime
C. Radio
D. Chalkboard
✔️ Answer: D. Chalkboard - Which device is most commonly used for communication in rural India today? (CBSE 2021)
A. Radio
B. Smartphone
C. Landline
D. Typewriter
✔️ Answer: B. Smartphone
💼 ICT in Governance, Business, and Education
- ICT is used in education through: (CBSE 2014)
A. Smart Classes
B. Chalk and talk
C. Only books
D. Pen and paper
✔️ Answer: A. Smart Classes - Which of these is an example of e-Governance? (CBSE 2022)
A. WhatsApp messaging
B. Online tax filing
C. Face-to-face meetings
D. Physical mail
✔️ Answer: B. Online tax filing - ICT in business includes: (CBSE 2019)
A. Online banking
B. Television ads only
C. Newspaper articles
D. Paper files
✔️ Answer: A. Online banking - Which is not a benefit of ICT in governance? (CBSE 2020)
A. Transparency
B. Corruption
C. Speed
D. Convenience
✔️ Answer: B. Corruption
🔐 Safety, Security & Ethics in ICT
- Unwanted or junk email is called: (CBSE 2011)
A. Virus
B. Spam
C. Ad mail
D. Ransomware
✔️ Answer: B. Spam - What is phishing? (CBSE 2021)
A. Sending viruses
B. Stealing personal info online
C. Email marketing
D. Typing errors
✔️ Answer: B. Stealing personal info online - Which of the following is a strong password? (CBSE 2023)
A. 123456
B. abcdefg
C. Qw@78!Lm
D. password
✔️ Answer: C. Qw@78!Lm
💬 ICT Tools & Terminology
- The full form of ICT is: (CBSE 2010, 2018)
A. International Computer Technology
B. Information and Communication Technology
C. Integrated Communication Tool
D. Information Channel Transfer
✔️ Answer: B. Information and Communication Technology - Which of these is not a communication tool? (CBSE 2013)
A. Skype
B. Google Meet
C. PowerPoint
D. Zoom
✔️ Answer: C. PowerPoint - Which of the following is a visual communication method? (CBSE 2016)
A. Letter
B. Email
C. Video call
D. Newspaper
✔️ Answer: C. Video call - ICT helps in: (CBSE 2012)
A. Only entertainment
B. Only education
C. All fields of life
D. None
✔️ Answer: C. All fields of life - What is the primary use of LAN? (CBSE 2017)
A. Connecting local computers
B. Connecting globally
C. Creating mobile apps
D. Streaming videos
✔️ Answer: A. Connecting local computers
CBSE Class 10 Information Technology (Code 402): Communication Methods & ICT – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) (Based on NCERT Syllabus 2024-25, Reflecting Past Board Patterns)
Instructions: Choose the correct option for each question.
- Which of the following is an example of non-verbal communication?
a) Speaking on the phone
b) Sending an email
c) Using gestures and facial expressions
d) Writing a letter
Answer: c) Using gestures and facial expressions
- What does ICT stand for?
a) Indian Communication Technology
b) Information and Communication Tools
c) Information and Communication Technology
d) Integrated Communication Training
Answer: c) Information and Communication Technology
- Which of these is a widely used instant messaging application?
a) Microsoft Word
b) WhatsApp
c) Adobe Photoshop
d) Google Chrome
Answer: b) WhatsApp
- Sending and receiving messages using electronic devices is known as:
a) Verbal communication
b) Non-verbal communication
c) Digital communication
d) Formal communication
Answer: c) Digital communication
- Which of the following is a synchronous form of digital communication?
a) Email
b) Online forum post
c) Video conferencing
d) Blog comment
Answer: c) Video conferencing
- Which of these is an example of an online collaboration tool?
a) Notepad
b) MS Paint
c) Google Docs
d) Calculator
Answer: c) Google Docs
- The rules of good behavior on the internet are called:
a) Cyber laws
b) Netiquette
c) Online protocols
d) Digital rights
Answer: b) Netiquette
- Which of these is a common social networking site?
a) Gmail
b) Facebook
c) Wikipedia
d) Amazon
Answer: b) Facebook
- What is the primary purpose of an email address?
a) To browse websites
b) To send and receive electronic messages
c) To store files online
d) To make video calls
Answer: b) To send and receive electronic messages
- Which part of an email address identifies the user?
a) Domain name
b) @ symbol
c) Username
d) Server name
Answer: c) Username
- A platform that allows users to create and share content and participate in social networking is called:
a) E-commerce site
b) Search engine
c) Social media
d) Operating system
Answer: c) Social media
- What does ‘BCC’ stand for in an email?
a) Blind Carbon Copy
b) Basic Carbon Copy
c) Business Carbon Copy
d) Broadcast Carbon Copy
Answer: a) Blind Carbon Copy
- Which of these is a common issue related to online communication?
a) Strong signal strength
b) Cyberbullying
c) Fast internet speed
d) Easy access to information
Answer: b) Cyberbullying
- What does ‘URL’ stand for?
a) Uniform Resource Locator
b) Universal Remote Link
c) Uninterrupted Resource Line
d) Unified Research Locator
Answer: a) Uniform Resource Locator
- A discussion forum where users can post questions and answers is known as:
a) Blog
b) Wiki
c) Online forum
d) Podcast
Answer: c) Online forum
- What is the main benefit of video conferencing for communication?
a) It’s always free.
b) It allows face-to-face interaction remotely.
c) It doesn’t require an internet connection.
d) It only supports text messages.
Answer: b) It allows face-to-face interaction remotely.
- Which of these is a disadvantage of digital communication?
a) Speed of delivery
b) Cost-effectiveness
c) Potential for misinterpretation of tone
d) Wide reach
Answer: c) Potential for misinterpretation of tone
- What is ‘phishing’?
a) A type of online game.
b) A technique used to catch fish online.
c) An attempt to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy entity.
d) A way to browse websites anonymously.
Answer: c) An attempt to obtain sensitive information by disguising as a trustworthy entity.
- Which of these is a component of effective communication?
a) One-way monologue
b) Clear message and active listening
c) Use of complex jargon
d) Avoiding eye contact
Answer: b) Clear message and active listening
- What is the purpose of ‘spam’ emails?
a) To provide useful information.
b) To deliver unwanted advertisements or malicious content.
c) To confirm subscriptions.
d) To send personal messages.
Answer: b) To deliver unwanted advertisements or malicious content.
- Which tool is primarily used for creating presentations to communicate ideas visually?
a) Microsoft Word
b) Microsoft Excel
c) Microsoft PowerPoint
d) Microsoft Access
Answer: c) Microsoft PowerPoint
- The term ‘blog’ is a short form for:
a) Business Log
b) Binary Log
c) Web Log
d) Blogarithm
Answer: c) Web Log
- What should you avoid when communicating online in formal settings?
a) Using proper grammar and spelling
b) Being polite and respectful
c) Using excessive emojis and slang
d) Keeping messages concise
Answer: c) Using excessive emojis and slang
- Which of the following best describes ‘Asynchronous Communication’?
a) Real-time communication where both parties are present simultaneously.
b) Communication where there is a time delay between sending and receiving messages.
c) Communication using only non-verbal cues.
d) Face-to-face communication.
Answer: b) Communication where there is a time delay between sending and receiving messages.
- The use of ICT in communication has led to:
a) Slower information exchange.
b) Increased global connectivity.
c) Reduced need for communication.
d) Higher communication costs.
Answer: b) Increased global connectivity.