Basic Computer Functions For Beginners Questions! Trivia Quiz

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    What is the rolling wheel on the top of the mouse used for?

    • Enlarge a window
    • Scroll down a page
    • Open a file
    • Change a file
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This trivia quiz tests some Basic Computer Functions for Beginners! Computer knowledge is a marketable skill if you are looking to score a job in this economy, and the quiz below is designed to ensure that you get a deep understanding of all the basics. Give it a try and be on the lookout for others till you perfect your skills.

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  • 2. 

    Which button on the keyboard is used to capitalize?

    • Ctrl

    • Tab

    • Windows

    • Shift

    Correct Answer
    A. Shift
    Explanation
    The Shift button on the keyboard is used to capitalize letters. When the Shift button is pressed along with a letter key, it produces the capitalized version of that letter. This is a common feature on all keyboards and is used to switch between lowercase and uppercase letters while typing.

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  • 3. 

    What keys are used on the keyboard to move around the page without moving text?

    • < >

    • + -

    • Space bar

    • Arrow keys

    Correct Answer
    A. Arrow keys
    Explanation
    The arrow keys are used on the keyboard to move around the page without moving text. They allow the user to navigate through a document or webpage, scrolling up, down, left, or right without affecting the position of the text cursor. These keys are commonly found on computer keyboards and provide a convenient way to navigate through content efficiently.

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  • 4. 

    What keys do you need to press on the key board to insert a "$"

    • Ctrl+5

    • 4

    • Enter+5

    • Shift+4

    Correct Answer
    A. Shift+4
    Explanation
    To insert a "$" symbol on the keyboard, you need to press the Shift key and then the number 4 key. The Shift key is used to access the alternate characters on the keyboard, and when pressed along with the number 4 key, it produces the "$" symbol.

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  • 5. 

    How do you open a program that is on the desktop using the mouse?

    • Click the left mouse button once

    • Click the right mouse button once

    • Hover over the program for 5 seconds

    • Double click the program with left mouse button

    Correct Answer
    A. Double click the program with left mouse button
    Explanation
    To open a program that is on the desktop using the mouse, you need to double click the program with the left mouse button. This action involves quickly pressing the left mouse button twice in succession. The first click selects the program, and the second click opens it.

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  • 6. 

    To make a section of text bold in Word, what do you need to do first?

    • Turn on the bold option

    • Underline the text

    • Highlight the text

    • Single click on the text

    Correct Answer
    A. Highlight the text
    Explanation
    To make a section of text bold in Word, you need to first highlight the text. By selecting the desired text, you can then apply formatting options such as bold to the highlighted section.

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  • 7. 

    What does it mean to minimize a window?

    • Keep the window open, but out of sight

    • Close the window

    • Change the window

    • Make the window smaller

    Correct Answer
    A. Keep the window open, but out of sight
    Explanation
    Minimizing a window means keeping the window open but out of sight. When a window is minimized, it is hidden from view and appears as a small icon or tab on the taskbar or dock. This allows the user to quickly access the window when needed without it taking up space on the screen.

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  • 8. 

    If you want to move a window, what part of the window do you press and hold on the mouse?

    • Middle

    • Top

    • Bottom

    • Left side

    Correct Answer
    A. Top
    Explanation
    To move a window, you would press and hold on the top part of the window using the mouse. This is because the top part of the window typically contains the title bar, which allows you to drag and move the window around the screen. Pressing and holding on the top part of the window gives you control over its movement.

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  • 9. 

    What do all web sites start with?

    • Www

    • Mail

    • Http

    • Html

    Correct Answer
    A. Http
    Explanation
    All web sites start with "http" because it stands for Hypertext Transfer Protocol, which is the protocol used to transfer data between a web server and a web browser. This protocol is essential for establishing a connection and transmitting information over the internet. Therefore, "http" is the correct answer as it is the standard prefix for web addresses.

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  • 10. 

    What menu in the task bar is used to copy and paste

    • File

    • Copy

    • Edit

    • Insert

    Correct Answer
    A. Edit
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Edit" because the Edit menu in the task bar typically contains options for copying and pasting. This menu is commonly used to perform actions such as copying selected text or images and pasting them in another location. The Edit menu may also include other options like undo, redo, cut, and find, but in this case, the question specifically asks about copying and pasting, which are commonly found in the Edit menu.

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