5th Grade Tech Terms

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    Place the _________ where you are typing.

    • Gps
    • Cursor
    • Cd
    • Antivirus
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This '5th Grade Tech Terms' quiz assesses foundational technology skills, covering topics like antivirus software, keyboard types, and computer navigation tools. It's designed to enhance digital literacy and ensure students are prepared for modern computing environments.

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  • 2. 

    My ___________ was scratched and I could not play it anymore.

    • Cd

    • Control panel

    • Qwerty

    • Gps

    Correct Answer
    A. Cd
    Explanation
    The word "cd" in this context refers to a compact disc, which is a type of optical disc used to store and play audio or data. The sentence suggests that the speaker's CD was scratched, making it impossible for them to play it anymore.

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  • 3. 

    He typed a smiley face ________ in his email.

    • Emoticon

    • Bookmark

    • Qwerty

    • Antivirus

    Correct Answer
    A. Emoticon
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "emoticon" because it is a symbol or combination of characters used to represent emotions or facial expressions in written communication. In this context, the person typed a smiley face emoticon in his email to convey a positive or friendly tone.

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  • 4. 

    I will ________ the website to find it later.

    • Bookmark

    • Gps

    • Format

    • Cd

    Correct Answer
    A. Bookmark
    Explanation
    The word "bookmark" in this context refers to the action of saving or marking a website for future reference. By bookmarking the website, the person can easily find it later without having to search for it again.

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  • 5. 

    I'll __________ the document to include columns.

    • Format

    • Antivirus

    • Control panel

    • Gps

    Correct Answer
    A. Format
    Explanation
    The word "format" is the correct answer because it means to arrange or organize something in a specific structure or layout. In the given sentence, the word "format" is used as a verb, indicating that the speaker intends to arrange or organize the document to include columns.

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  • 6. 

    Thankfully, he had purchased a great ________ program and therefore the virus did not ruin his operating system

    • Antivirus

    • Gps

    • Emoticon

    • Cd

    Correct Answer
    A. Antivirus
    Explanation
    The correct answer is antivirus. The sentence states that the person had purchased a great program, which suggests that they had bought a software program to protect their operating system from viruses. Therefore, the antivirus program prevented the virus from causing any damage to the operating system.

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  • 7. 

    I went to the __________ on my computer to change my background.

    • Antivirus

    • Bookmark

    • Control panel

    • Gps

    Correct Answer
    A. Control panel
    Explanation
    The control panel is the correct answer because it is the place on a computer where users can access various settings and make changes to the system. In this context, the control panel would provide the option to change the background of the computer.

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  • 8. 

    ____________ receivers provide users with positional information.  It seems every car has one these days!

    • Gps

    • Bookmark

    • Format

    • Control panel

    Correct Answer
    A. Gps
    Explanation
    GPS receivers provide users with positional information by using signals from satellites to determine their exact location. This technology has become widely adopted in various industries, including automotive, where it is commonly used for navigation systems in cars. The statement "It seems every car has one these days!" further emphasizes the ubiquity of GPS receivers in vehicles.

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  • 9. 

    I really wanted a phone with a _________ keyboard so I could type easily.

    • QWERTY

    • Bookmark

    • Control panel

    • Cd

    Correct Answer
    A. QWERTY
    Explanation
    The QWERTY keyboard is known for its layout, which is designed to make typing easier and more efficient. This layout is commonly used in most traditional keyboards, including those on phones. Therefore, if someone wants a phone with a QWERTY keyboard, it means they want a phone with a keyboard that is easy to type on.

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