Q1 · Difficulty 1/3
A keyboard is an example of an ____ device.
- processing
- input
- output
- storage
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✓ Answer: B — input
A keyboard inputs data.
Pearson Edexcel International · IGCSE · Computer Science
Free Pearson Edexcel International IGCSE Computer Science
Practice Paper
8 mixed-difficulty practice questions in the style of real Pearson Edexcel International IGCSE papers — answers, mark-scheme-style explanations, and the official exam structure all on one page.
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Paper 1
Objective and short-answer questions covering the breadth of the specification.
Paper 2
Structured and extended-response questions testing depth of understanding.
Total exam time varies by board and tier — typically 2.5 to 3.5 hours.
Grading: See the official board specification for the current grading scale.
Grading: See the official board specification for the current grading scale.
Mini practice paper: 8 questions
Mixed-difficulty questions from across the Computer Science syllabus. Tap "Show answer" after each to check yourself.
Q2 · Difficulty 1/3
A named store for a value that can change is a:
- variable
- constant
- keyword
- comment
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✓ Answer: A — variable
A variable holds a changeable value.
Q3 · Difficulty 1/3
Two or more connected computers form a:
- network
- database
- compiler
- loop
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✓ Answer: A — network
A network connects computers.
Q4 · Difficulty 2/3
Choosing between paths using IF is:
- assignment
- selection
- iteration
- sequence
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✓ Answer: B — selection
Selection chooses between options.
Q5 · Difficulty 2/3
A data type that is True or False is:
- string
- real
- boolean
- integer
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✓ Answer: C — boolean
Boolean values are True/False.
Q6 · Difficulty 2/3
A single row of related data in a table is a:
- field
- query
- form
- record
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✓ Answer: D — record
A record is one row of related data.
Q7 · Difficulty 2/3
Rules for data communication are:
- topologies
- protocols
- packets only
- routers only
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✓ Answer: B — protocols
Protocols define communication rules.
Q8 · Difficulty 2/3
A value fixed throughout a program is a:
- variable
- loop
- function
- constant
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✓ Answer: D — constant
A constant does not change.
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Pearson Edexcel International IGCSE Computer Science FAQ
What does the Pearson Edexcel International IGCSE Computer Science exam look like?
The Pearson Edexcel International IGCSE Computer Science exam is structured across 2 components. Paper 1: Objective and short-answer questions covering the breadth of the specification. Paper 2: Structured and extended-response questions testing depth of understanding. Total exam time varies by board and tier — typically 2.5 to 3.5 hours.
Can I download a free Pearson Edexcel International IGCSE Computer Science past paper?
Real Pearson Edexcel International past papers are published directly by Pearson Edexcel International on their official website. Kramizo doesn't redistribute copyrighted past papers, but we do generate free AI-written practice papers in the exact same style — same command words, same difficulty tier, same mark conventions. Use this practice paper as warm-up, then time yourself on official past papers before exam day.
How is Pearson Edexcel International IGCSE Computer Science graded?
See the official board specification for the current grading scale. Kramizo's practice questions are tagged with difficulty 1-3 mapping roughly to the lower, middle, and top grade boundaries you'll encounter in the real exam.