1 $In the context of computing education and careers, what does the term 'Cohort' primarily refer to?$

A.

A hardware component

B.

A group of individuals sharing a common characteristic or learning path

C.

A specific programming language

D.

A type of software license

2 $Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of forming specific cohorts?$

A.

To separate students based on age

B.

To reduce the number of teachers required

C.

To provide specialized focus and skill development in specific domains

D.

To ensure everyone learns the exact same programming language

3 $Which of the following is NOT a typical technical cohort in computing?$

A.

Data Science

B.

Full Stack Development

C.

Mechanical Drafting

D.

Cyber Security

4 $What is the primary focus of a 'Cloud Computing' cohort?$

A.

Developing desktop video games

B.

Delivering computing services (servers, storage, databases) over the internet

C.

repairing physical hardware

D.

Writing assembly code

5 $A student interested in becoming a 'Penetration Tester' belongs to which cohort?$

A.

Data Science

B.

Cyber Security

C.

Cloud Computing

D.

Teaching and Research

6 $Which set of skills is most essential for a 'Full Stack Web Development' cohort?$

A.

HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Database Management

B.

AutoCAD, Thermodynamics

C.

Circuit Design, Soldering

D.

Recruitment, Payroll Management

7 $In the context of the 'Data Science' cohort, which language is most widely used for analysis and modeling?$

A.

Swift

B.

Python

C.

HTML

D.

Assembly

8 $What is the main objective of the 'Software Methodologies and Testing' cohort?$

A.

To build hardware circuits

B.

To ensure software quality and efficient development lifecycles

C.

To hack into government databases

D.

To design graphic logos

9 $Machine Learning is a subset of which broader domain?$

A.

Web Development

B.

Artificial Intelligence

C.

Network Security

D.

Database Administration

10 $Which of the following is a key role for someone in the 'Teaching and Research' cohort?$

A.

Product Manager

B.

Professor or Research Scientist

C.

Sales Executive

D.

UI/UX Designer

11 $What is a 'Pathway' in the context of career planning?$

A.

A physical road to the office

B.

A distinct route or trajectory toward a specific career goal

C.

A type of computer bus

D.

A network cable

12 $Companies that create and sell their own software applications to end-users are known as:$

A.

Service-Based Companies

B.

Product-Based Companies

C.

Consultancy Firms

D.

Hardware Vendors

13 $Which of the following is an example of a 'Service-Based' company?$

A.

Google

B.

TCS (Tata Consultancy Services)

C.

Facebook (Meta)

D.

Netflix

14 $What is the primary focus of the 'Higher Studies' pathway?$

A.

Starting a business immediately

B.

Acquiring advanced academic degrees (Masters/PhD)

C.

Working in a BPO

D.

Retiring early

15 $The 'Entrepreneurship' pathway involves:$

A.

Working for the government

B.

Starting and running one's own business venture

C.

Teaching in a university

D.

Working a 9-to-5 job

16 $Which examination is commonly associated with the 'Higher Studies' pathway in India for engineering?$

A.

GATE

B.

NEET

C.

CLAT

D.

UPSC

17 $What does the acronym MOOC stand for?$

A.

Massive Open Online Course

B.

Modern Object Oriented Code

C.

Multiple Organization Online Class

D.

Manual Of Operating Computers

18 $Which of the following is a popular platform for MOOCs?$

A.

Steam

B.

Coursera

C.

Photoshop

D.

Discord

19 $What is a primary benefit of taking a MOOC?$

A.

Guaranteed job placement

B.

Expensive tuition fees

C.

Self-paced learning and global accessibility

D.

Mandatory physical attendance

20 $What is a 'Hackathon'?$

A.

A marathon for runners

B.

An event where people engage in collaborative computer programming to solve problems

C.

A hacking tutorial

D.

A computer hardware sale

21 $MAANG is an acronym for which top tech companies?$

A.

Microsoft, Amazon, Apple, Netflix, Google

B.

Meta, Amazon, Apple, Netflix, Google

C.

Motorola, Acer, Asus, Nokia, Google

D.

Meta, Adobe, Apple, Nvidia, Google

22 $Which pathway often requires clearing the UPSC or SSC exams in India?$

A.

Product Based Companies

B.

Government Jobs

C.

Entrepreneurship

D.

Freelancing

23 $Which skill is most critical for a 'Product-Based' company interview?$

A.

Data Structures and Algorithms (DSA)

B.

Memorizing history dates

C.

Physical fitness

D.

Basic typing speed

24 $In a 'Service-Based' company, the primary revenue comes from:$

A.

Selling licenses of a software product

B.

Billable hours from clients for projects

C.

Selling user data

D.

Government grants

25 $Which of the following is a globally recognized coding competition?$

A.

Google Code Jam / Hash Code

B.

Wimbledon

C.

Grammy Awards

D.

Olympics

26 $AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform are associated with which cohort?$

A.

Cloud Computing

B.

Game Development

C.

Embedded Systems

D.

Bio-informatics

27 $The 'M' in the MERN stack (used in Full Stack Development) stands for:$

A.

MySQL

B.

MongoDB

C.

Microsoft

D.

Machine Learning

28 $A 'Scrum Master' is a role typically associated with which cohort?$

A.

Software Methodologies and Testing

B.

Data Science

C.

Graphic Design

D.

Hardware Engineering

29 $Which of the following is a platform used for competitive programming and hackathon preparation?$

A.

LeetCode

B.

Instagram

C.

Spotify

D.

Tinder

30 $In the context of Entrepreneurship, what is a 'Startup Incubator'?$

A.

A machine to keep computers warm

B.

An organization that helps new startups develop by providing services like management training or office space

C.

A failed business

D.

A government tax agency

31 $NPTEL is an Indian initiative that provides:$

A.

Free internet access

B.

Online certification courses (MOOCs) by IITs and IISc

C.

Free laptops

D.

Job guarantees

32 $For a career in 'Research', which degree is typically the highest requirement?$

A.

Bachelor's Degree

B.

High School Diploma

C.

PhD (Doctor of Philosophy)

D.

Associate Degree

33 $Which is a key soft skill required across all cohorts?$

A.

Communication and Teamwork

B.

Underwater basket weaving

C.

Fluency in Latin

D.

Ability to run a marathon

34 $Smart India Hackathon (SIH) is an initiative by:$

A.

Microsoft

B.

Government of India

C.

Google

D.

Facebook

35 $Which cohort deals with protecting systems from digital attacks?$

A.

Cyber Security

B.

Data Science

C.

Cloud Computing

D.

Web Development

36 $Which technology is primarily used for the 'Frontend' of a web application?$

A.

React.js / Angular

B.

Python

C.

Java

D.

SQL

37 $Kaggle is a famous platform known for:$

A.

Video streaming

B.

Data Science competitions and datasets

C.

Social networking

D.

Selling books

38 $Which of these is NOT a pathway type discussed in computing orientation?$

A.

Agricultural Farming

B.

Higher Studies

C.

Entrepreneurship

D.

Corporate Jobs (Product/Service)

39 $What is the main goal of a 'QA Engineer'?$

A.

Writing the initial code

B.

Identifying bugs and ensuring software meets requirements

C.

Selling the software

D.

Managing the HR department

40 $Which programming language is historically associated with Enterprise Software Development (Service Based)?$

A.

Java

B.

Scratch

C.

Logo

D.

Basic

41 $What is the 'Gig Economy' usually associated with?$

A.

Government jobs

B.

Freelancing and short-term contracts

C.

Manufacturing plants

D.

Traditional 9-to-5 employment

42 $Which exam is required for pursuing a Master's degree in the USA?$

A.

GRE (Graduate Record Examinations)

B.

JEE

C.

NEET

D.

CAT

43 $What is a 'Unicorn' in the startup world?$

A.

A mythical animal

B.

A startup valued at over $1 billion

C.

A startup that failed

D.

A startup with only one employee

44 $Udacity is known for offering specific credentials called:$

A.

Nanodegrees

B.

Doctorates

C.

Bachelor's

D.

High School Diplomas

45 $Which company is the 'N' in MAANG?$

A.

Nokia

B.

Nvidia

C.

Netflix

D.

Nintendo

46 $DevOps combines which two functions?$

A.

Development and Operations

B.

Design and Order

C.

Data and Output

D.

Digital and Options

47 $Which source is considered the most reliable for learning a new programming skill?$

A.

Official Documentation

B.

A random tweet

C.

Guesswork

D.

Gossip

48 $What is the primary advantage of participating in a Hackathon for a student?$

A.

Free food

B.

Networking, portfolio building, and practical problem solving

C.

Skipping class

D.

Sleeping

49 $A 'Data Analyst' primarily focuses on:$

A.

Creating new algorithms

B.

Interpreting existing data to provide actionable insights

C.

Building hardware

D.

Designing logos

50 $Which of the following is a version control system skill required in almost all software cohorts?$

A.

Git

B.

MS Paint

C.

Word

D.

Excel

Unit 4 - Practice Quiz