Cambridge IGCSE Computer Architecture Quiz

About this Quiz:
This interactive quiz tests your understanding of Computer Architecture, a core topic in the Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science (0478/0984) syllabus. It covers the Von Neumann architecture, CPU components and their functions (ALU, CU, cache, PC, MAR, MDR, CIR, ACC), the Fetch-Decode-Execute cycle, performance factors, and embedded systems, using scenarios such as Alex’s new smartphone and smart home assistant.

Knowledge & Language Required:
You need to know the function of CPU components, how instructions are processed, and how architecture affects performance. Questions require careful reading, interpretation of diagrams, and application of technical terms, all in clear, accessible English.