IGCSE Computer Science Paper 1 Crossword: 6.1 Automated Systems and 6.2 Robotics (Modules 618–631)
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Read each clue and write the matching term in the grid. Numbers in brackets show the letters in each word.
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- 2. Use these terms in order in an exam answer: the sensor reads, the microprocessor compares and decides, the ______ acts. Tie each point to the scenario and explain it with 'because'. Word 3 of: sensor, microprocessor, ________ (8)
- 4. Parts such as sensors, a microprocessor and actuators, powered through wiring, that let a robot sense its surroundings, decide what to do and then move. Word 1 of: __________ __________ (10)
- 5. Weigh benefits like remote sites, readings day and night and no staff at risk against cost, storm damage, power supply and remote repairs, linking each point to the scenario. Word 1 of: _________ weather _______ ____ and cons (9)
- 6. The branch of computer science that covers the design, construction and operation of robots. (8)
- 8. Word 2 of the term in 4 Across: __________ __________ (10)
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- 1. Weigh benefits (saves energy, safer at night, no switching) against drawbacks (install cost, sensor faults, animal false triggers) and link each point to the scenario. Word 3 of: _________ lighting _____-off (5)
- 3. Sensors and actuators water crops and control climate. Pros: constant monitoring, less water wasted, less labour. Cons: high cost, sensor faults can kill crops, power cuts. Word 2 of: agricultural __________ (10)
- 6. A machine that carries out tasks automatically by following a program, usually without a person controlling each action. It does not have to look human. (5)
- 7. Word 3 of the term in 5 Across: _________ weather _______ ____ and cons (7)
- 9. Word 4 of the term in 5 Across: _________ weather _______ ____ and cons (4)
Answer Key
IGCSE Computer Science Paper 1 · Modules 618–631
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2ACTUATOR — Use these terms in order in an exam answer: the sensor reads, the microprocessor compares and decides, the ______ acts. Tie each point to the scenario and explain it with 'because'. Word 3 of: sensor, microprocessor, ________
4ELECTRICAL — Parts such as sensors, a microprocessor and actuators, powered through wiring, that let a robot sense its surroundings, decide what to do and then move. Word 1 of: __________ __________
5AUTOMATIC — Weigh benefits like remote sites, readings day and night and no staff at risk against cost, storm damage, power supply and remote repairs, linking each point to the scenario. Word 1 of: _________ weather _______ ____ and cons
6ROBOTICS — The branch of computer science that covers the design, construction and operation of robots.
8COMPONENTS — Word 2 of the term in 4 Across: __________ __________
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1TRADE — Weigh benefits (saves energy, safer at night, no switching) against drawbacks (install cost, sensor faults, animal false triggers) and link each point to the scenario. Word 3 of: _________ lighting _____-off
3AUTOMATION — Sensors and actuators water crops and control climate. Pros: constant monitoring, less water wasted, less labour. Cons: high cost, sensor faults can kill crops, power cuts. Word 2 of: agricultural __________
6ROBOT — A machine that carries out tasks automatically by following a program, usually without a person controlling each action. It does not have to look human.
7STATION — Word 3 of the term in 5 Across: _________ weather _______ ____ and cons
9PROS — Word 4 of the term in 5 Across: _________ weather _______ ____ and cons