CREST Cyber Olympiad Class 8 Sample Paper

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Syllabus:

Section 1: Computer & IT

1. Algorithms and Flowcharts
   • Computational Thinking
   • Flowchart Symbols:
     • Oval (Start/End)
     • Rectangle (Process/Task)
     • Diamond (Decision/Condition)
     • Arrow (Flow of control)
   • Rules for creating flowcharts: Begin with "Start" and end with "Stop", use arrows to connect symbols, decisions lead to different paths
   • Algorithms vs Flowcharts
2. Introduction to Canva
   • Canva Interface:
     • Understanding dashboard: templates, projects, folders
     • How to create a new design
     • Drag-and-drop functionality
     • Difference between free and premium elements
   • Design Basics:
     • Contrast, alignment, balance
     • Color theory basics and color combinations
     • Using white space effectively
     • Choosing appropriate fonts for different purposes
   • Typography Skills:
     • Font pairing, size and hierarchy
     • Text alignment and spacing
     • Making titles stand out
   • What can we do on Canva: Social Media Posts, Academic Posters, Creative Writing, Presentations, Infographics, Collaborative Projects
   • Video Editing: Making short videos/reels, Adding text, stickers, music, trimming clips, arranging scenes
3. Latest Developments in the Field of IT
   • Human-Computer Interaction: GUI, CLI, Touch, Voice, Gesture-based
   • Emerging Technologies: IoT, Blockchain, Quantum Computing
4. MS Access
   • Types of Queries
   • Creating a Query
   • Sorting Data in Query
   • Creating a Report
5. MS Excel
   • Using statistical functions like MEDIAN and CORREL
   • Working with large datasets: Text to Columns, Remove Duplicates
   • Advanced formulas: nested IF functions, array formulas
   • Data Visualization:
     • PivotTables, PivotCharts, Slicers
     • Advanced charts: radar, bubble, 3D, combo charts
     • Formatting charts: color themes, axis, legends, data labels
   • Conditional Formatting:
     • Complex rules and color scales
     • Using formulas for custom formatting (e.g., top 10% values)
   • Data Validation and Protection:
     • Drop-down lists
     • Restrict data entry
     • Protect sheets and ranges
   • Power Query and Power Pivot:
     • Import, clean, transform data
     • Build data models, analyze large volumes, create relationships between tables
   • Automation with Macros:
     • Recording, editing, debugging macros
     • Using VBA for custom automation scripts
6. MS PowerPoint
   • Customizing design elements: backgrounds, color palettes, fonts
   • Inserting and customizing vector graphics, icons, images
   • Advanced Transitions and Animations:
     • Motion paths, emphasis, fade effects
     • Customizing timing, triggers, sequencing
   • Multimedia Integration:
     • Embedding videos, audio, interactive elements
     • Hyperlinks for interactive/non-linear presentations
   • Data Visualization:
     • Inserting charts, tables, SmartArt
     • PowerPoint "Design Ideas" for automatic layout suggestions
   • Collaboration and Sharing: real-time editing, comments, export as video/PDF
7. MS Word
   • Multi-level lists for organizing information
   • Section breaks for page layout control
   • Inserting footnotes, endnotes, citations
   • Advanced headers and footers, automatic updates
   • Styles and Themes:
     • Customizing and saving styles
     • Modifying themes for consistent formatting
   • Working with Tables:
     • Inserting and formatting complex tables
     • Sorting, merging cells, formulas within tables
   • Track Changes: Accept/reject changes, comments for feedback
   • Document Protection and Security: Password protection, restrict editing, create forms with content controls
8. Network and Communication
   • E-commerce and Online Transactions: B2B, B2C, C2C, online payment systems
   • Blogging
   • Emerging Technologies: 5G, IoT, Cloud Computing, AI in Communication
   • Modes of communication in data transmission
9. Operating Systems & GUI
   • Functions: process management, memory management, file system management, device management
   • Single-user vs. Multi-user
   • User interface: GUI vs CLI
   • Navigating a basic OS (e.g., Windows)
   • Using UI
   • Fundamentals of Computer
10. Programming
    • Introduction to Python
    • Character Set, Tokens, Comments, Statements
    • Data Types, Variables
    • Defining Input and Output in Python
    • Error Handling
    • Programs in Python
11. Web Development
    • Introduction to forms: <form>, <input>, <button>, <label>
    • Types of input fields: text, password, email, etc.
    • Embedding audio & video using <audio> and <video>
    • Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
    • Creating navigation menus with <nav> and <a> tags
    • Styling navigation menus using CSS (horizontal and vertical menus)

Section 2: Achievers Section

• Higher Order Thinking Questions – Syllabus as per Section 1.
• Questions are based on Windows 11 and MS Office 2016.

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Q.1	How can a user access a new template in Canva?
	a) By clicking on 'Create New Design' and selecting a template		b) By clicking on 'Folders' and choosing one
	c) By typing a keyword in the search bar		d) By creating a custom design

Q.2	In Python, What does the 'finally' block do in error handling?
	a) Executes after the try block		b) Catches errors
	c) Skips errors		d) Ends the program

Q.3	Which of these would best help a visually impaired user operate a computer?
	a) A touch-based smartphone interface		b) A CLI with visual commands
	c) A GUI with only pictures		d) A screen reader paired with a command line

Q.4	Which of the following can be specified in the criteria row of a query?
	a) Field name		b) Data type
	c) Sort order		d) Filter conditions

Q.5	Fill in the blank: "Skype" is a popular software which helps us with real-time conversations using our PC along with a microphone and headphones. This is known as __________________.
	a) Voice Chat		b) Web Conference
	c) Micro Blogging		d) Online Chatting

Q.6	Complete the sentence: Transmission of data over a wireless network such as WiFi makes it especially susceptible to hacking. Hence while using WiFi for our home computers we must_____________.
	a) Avoid any WiFi use at home		b) Only user read-only websites and not send any data
	c) Should use password protected WiFi connections and use secure sites only		d) None of the above

Q.7	Complete the following sentence: In MS Excel, by default the cell content alignment is _____________.
	a) left-aligned for text as well as number		b) center aligned for text as well as number
	c) left-aligned for text and right-aligned for number		d) right-aligned for text and left-aligned for number

Q.8	What term do we use for an unsolicited e-mail?
	a) Spam		b) Use net
	c) Backbone		d) Flaming

Q.9	How can you add headers and footers to an Access report?
	a) By using the "Design" tab		b) By right-clicking the report layout
	c) By modifying the Report View		d) By adding them in the query design

Q.10	Fill in the blank: ______ is a technique that is used to send more than one call over a single line.
	a) Digital transmission		b) Infrared transmission
	c) Digitising		d) Multiplexing

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