Q1 · Difficulty 1/3
A single binary digit is a:
- byte
- nibble
- word
- bit
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✓ Answer: D — bit
A bit is one binary digit.
WJEC · GCSE · Computer Science
Free WJEC GCSE Computer Science
Practice Paper
8 mixed-difficulty practice questions in the style of real WJEC GCSE papers — answers, mark-scheme-style explanations, and the official exam structure all on one page.
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Paper 1
Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, ~70-100 marks. Covers Topics 1-4 of the specification.
Paper 2
Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, ~70-100 marks. Covers Topics 5-8 of the specification.
Paper 3
Where applicable — e.g. Combined Science, Languages. Includes synoptic and applied questions.
Total exam time: ~3 hours across two or three papers.
Grading: Grades: 9 (highest) to 1 (lowest), with U (ungraded). A grade of 4 is a standard pass; 5 is a strong pass.
Grading: Grades: 9 (highest) to 1 (lowest), with U (ungraded). A grade of 4 is a standard pass; 5 is a strong pass.
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 precise sequence of steps to solve a problem is an:
- algorithm
- array
- operator
- variable
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✓ Answer: A — algorithm
An algorithm is a defined step sequence.
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
A structure holding many values under one name is an:
- array
- integer
- boolean
- operator
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✓ Answer: A — array
An array stores multiple values.
Q5 · Difficulty 2/3
A network spanning a large area is a:
- PAN
- MAC
- WAN
- LAN
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✓ Answer: C — WAN
A WAN is a Wide Area Network.
Q6 · Difficulty 2/3
Software that manages hardware and other software is the:
- game
- operating system
- spreadsheet
- browser
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✓ Answer: B — operating system
The OS is core system software.
Q7 · Difficulty 2/3
Non-volatile memory holding boot instructions is:
- cache only
- a register
- ROM
- RAM
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✓ Answer: C — ROM
ROM keeps boot instructions.
Q8 · Difficulty 2/3
A system that blocks unauthorised network access is a:
- switch
- firewall
- router only
- modem
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✓ Answer: B — firewall
A firewall filters network traffic.
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WJEC GCSE Computer Science FAQ
What does the WJEC GCSE Computer Science exam look like?
The WJEC GCSE Computer Science exam is structured across 3 components. Paper 1: Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, ~70-100 marks. Covers Topics 1-4 of the specification. Paper 2: Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, ~70-100 marks. Covers Topics 5-8 of the specification. Paper 3: Where applicable — e.g. Combined Science, Languages. Includes synoptic and applied questions. Total exam time: ~3 hours across two or three papers.
Can I download a free WJEC GCSE Computer Science past paper?
Real WJEC past papers are published directly by WJEC 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 WJEC GCSE Computer Science graded?
Grades: 9 (highest) to 1 (lowest), with U (ungraded). A grade of 4 is a standard pass; 5 is a strong pass. 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.