Liechty Middle School Common Core Technology Skills Test

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1. Which of these is the headphone jack?

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Liechty Middle School Common Core Technology Skills Test - Quiz

The Liechty Middle School Common Core Technology Skills Test assesses fundamental computer skills. It covers basic operations like turning on a computer, logging in, identifying hardware components, and managing volume control. Essential for technology proficiency in an educational setting.

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2. Which picture shows the space bar?

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3. Which of the following keys on the keyboard do you use for subtraction?

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The correct answer is "-". The "-" key is commonly used for subtraction on a keyboard. It is typically located on the right side of the "0" key in the top row of numbers.

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4. Which of the following keys on the keyboard do you use for division?

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The division key on the keyboard is represented by the symbol "/". It is used to perform mathematical division operations, where one number is divided by another to obtain a quotient.

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5. Which of the following is the keyboard?

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6. Which of the following keys on the keyboard do you use for addition?

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The plus sign (+) is used for addition on a keyboard.

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7. What is the function of the button shown in the photo below?

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The button shown in the photo is typically the power button on a computer. Pressing this button will turn the computer on or off, depending on its current state.

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8. Which of these pictures show the volume control?

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The correct answer is the picture that shows a speaker icon with a plus and minus sign next to it. This is because the volume control is typically represented by a speaker icon, and the plus and minus signs indicate the ability to increase or decrease the volume.

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9. Which of the following is a computer mouse?

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10. Look at the picture below.  What color is the button you click to close the window?

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The correct answer is red because in the picture, the button that is used to close the window is shown in red color.

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11. Look at your keyboard.  Which key do you push to remove a letter?

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To remove a letter, you would push the "delete" key on your keyboard. This key is specifically designed to delete or remove characters, words, or selected items from a document or text field. It is commonly used to erase the character to the right of the cursor, but it can also be used to delete the character to the left of the cursor when the "backspace" key is not available.

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12. Which of the following is the Monitor/Screen?

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13. Look a the following picture.  What part of the window do you grab to move the window from one place to another or to select it?

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To move the window from one place to another or to select it, you grab the gray bar at the top. This bar is typically called the title bar and it allows you to click and drag the window to different locations on the screen. The red, green, and yellow buttons are typically used for closing, maximizing, and minimizing the window respectively, but they do not directly move or select the window.

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14. Which of the following keys on the keyboard do you use for multiplication?

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The asterisk (*) key is used for multiplication on the keyboard. This symbol is commonly used in mathematical operations to represent multiplication.

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15. How many spaces do you put between words?

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The correct answer is 1 because it is the standard practice to put only one space between words in written language. This convention allows for clear and legible text, making it easier for readers to distinguish between individual words. Using more than one space can create unnecessary gaps and disrupt the flow of the text.

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16. Which of the following pictures shows the 10 key pad used for entering numbers quickly?

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17. The keys listed below are on which row of the keyboard? a s d f g h j k l ; '

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The keys listed are in the middle row of the keyboard. The middle row is typically where the letters and some additional keys are located. In this case, the keys "a s d f g h j k l ; '" are all in the middle row.

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18. Look at the picture below.  What color is the button you use to maximize or minimize a window?

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The correct answer is green because in most operating systems, the button to maximize or minimize a window is typically represented by a green color. This is a common convention used to indicate the action of expanding or reducing the size of a window.

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19. Look at the picture below.  What is the function (purpose) of the button that is circled?

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The function of the button that is circled in the picture is to refresh the page. This button is commonly found in web browsers and allows the user to reload the current webpage, updating its content and potentially fixing any errors or glitches.

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20. What is the purpose of the items shown in the picture below.

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The items shown in the picture are most likely playback controls for a video. They typically include buttons for play, pause, stop, rewind, and fast forward, allowing the user to control the playback of the video. Additionally, there may be a volume control to adjust the sound level of the video. These controls are commonly found on media players, video streaming platforms, and video editing software.

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21. After a period at the end of the sentence, how many spaces do you skip before starting a new sentence?

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After a period at the end of the sentence, you typically skip one space before starting a new sentence. This is a standard practice in most writing styles and is considered the correct way to format sentences.

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22. In order to log into an account  you must type in  __________________.

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To log into an account, you must type in a password. A password is a secret combination of characters that provides access to an account and ensures its security. It is used as a form of authentication to verify the identity of the user. By entering the correct password, the user proves that they are the authorized account holder and can gain access to the account's features and information.

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23. When saving your work, project, etc., it is best to save them in the ______ folder.

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When saving your work, project, etc., it is best to save them in the "Documents" folder. This folder is specifically designed for storing personal files and documents. It provides a centralized location for easy access and organization of important files. Saving files in the Documents folder ensures that they are easily retrievable and not mixed with system or application files, which are typically stored in separate folders.

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24. To open a program, application or document you need to...

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To open a program, application, or document, you need to double click the icon for it. Double clicking is the action of quickly pressing and releasing the left mouse button twice in succession. This action is recognized by the computer as a command to open the selected item. Single clicking only selects the item, and triple clicking does not have a specific function for opening programs or documents.

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25. Select the number of the arrow that points to where you type the URL or web address?

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The number 4 is the correct answer because it represents the arrow that points to where you type the URL or web address.

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26. What is a URL?

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A URL stands for Uniform Resource Locator, which is a string of characters that provides the address of a specific resource on the internet. It is used to locate and access websites, web pages, files, or any other resource available on the internet. It consists of several components such as the protocol (http, https), the domain name (www.example.com), and the specific path or location of the resource. Therefore, the correct answer is "an address of a website on the Internet."

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27. Look at the picture below.  Which handles would you use to make the image larger?

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To make the image larger, you would use the resize handles. These handles allow you to adjust the size of the image by dragging them outward, increasing its dimensions. Rotation handles, on the other hand, are used to rotate the image and would not be relevant for making it larger.

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28. What is the purpose of the button in the picture below?

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The purpose of the button in the picture is to navigate back to the previous page that the user was on before the current one. This button allows the user to easily backtrack their browsing history and revisit previously viewed content.

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29. Look at the picture below.  What color is the button you push to collapse a window?

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In the picture, the button that is highlighted or circled is yellow in color. Therefore, the correct answer is yellow.

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30. When placing a period at the end of the sentence you....

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When placing a period at the end of the sentence, you put the period after the final letter in the sentence. This is the correct way to punctuate a sentence, as the period indicates the end of a complete thought. Putting a space before the period or skipping spaces before the period is incorrect punctuation.

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31. Look at your keyboard.  Which key, when you push it, will automatically indent five spaces.

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When you push the tab key on your keyboard, it will automatically indent five spaces. This is a common feature in word processing and text editing software, where the tab key is used to create consistent indentation in paragraphs or lists. Indentation helps to visually organize and structure the text, making it easier to read and understand.

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32. Look at the picture below.  Columns in a spreadsheet go...

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The correct answer is "up and down" because columns in a spreadsheet are arranged vertically from top to bottom. Each column represents a separate data category or attribute, and data is entered in cells within each column. This vertical arrangement allows for easy organization and analysis of data in a spreadsheet.

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33. Which key can you use to select multiple items at the same time that may not be next to each other?

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The key that can be used to select multiple items at the same time that may not be next to each other is the "command" key. The command key is commonly found on Apple keyboards and is used in combination with clicking on items to select them. By holding down the command key and clicking on different items, you can select multiple items that are not adjacent to each other.

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34. Look at your keyboard.  Which keys do you push to submit information or to go to the next line?

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The keys "enter" and "return" are used to submit information or go to the next line on a keyboard. These keys are commonly found on most keyboards and are often located at the bottom right corner. Pressing either of these keys typically confirms inputted data or moves the cursor to the next line, depending on the context.

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35. Look at the picture below.  A cell is made of how many boxes?

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Based on the picture provided, it appears that there is only one box in the cell. Therefore, the correct answer is 1.

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36. What does clearing the browser history do?

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Clearing the browser history removes a list of the websites that you have visited from the memory of the computer. This means that the browser will no longer store information about the websites you have visited, including the URLs and any cached data. It helps to maintain privacy by preventing others from accessing your browsing history and also helps to free up memory on the computer by removing unnecessary data.

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37. Which two commands would you use to select text and move it from one part of the document to another?

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The correct answer is "copy and paste". These two commands are commonly used to select text and then move it from one part of the document to another. The "copy" command allows you to make a duplicate of the selected text, while the "paste" command allows you to insert the copied text at a different location in the document. This is a quick and efficient way to rearrange content without having to retype or rewrite it.

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38. Look at the picture below.  Rows in a spreadsheet go...

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The rows in a spreadsheet go side to side. In a spreadsheet, data is organized in a grid-like structure with rows and columns. Each row represents a separate record or entry, and the data within each row is displayed horizontally from left to right. Therefore, the rows in a spreadsheet are oriented side to side.

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39. Which picture show how to access the homepage in the Safari browser?

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The correct picture shows a person opening the Safari browser on their device by tapping on the Safari icon on the home screen. This indicates that to access the homepage in the Safari browser, one needs to open the Safari app.

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40. Which corner must you drag in order to increase the size of a window?

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To increase the size of a window, you need to drag the bottom right corner. This is because dragging this corner will simultaneously adjust both the width and height of the window, allowing you to expand it in any direction. The other corners only affect one dimension, either width or height, when dragged.

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41. To place a graphic or picture into your document you must use the ______ menu.

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To place a graphic or picture into your document, you must use the "Insert" menu. This menu typically contains options for inserting various types of objects, such as images, charts, tables, and shapes, into your document. By selecting the "Insert" menu, you can access the necessary tools and commands to add a graphic or picture to your document.

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42. When using a coma you...

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When using a comma, you put the comma after the last letter of the last word in the phrase and then skip one space.

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43. Look at your keyboard.  Which key can you use to make a capital letter?

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Both the shift key and the caps lock key can be used to make a capital letter. The shift key is pressed simultaneously with the desired letter to temporarily make it uppercase, while the caps lock key can be toggled on to make all subsequent letters typed in uppercase until it is turned off.

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44. Which key can you use to select multiple items at the same time?

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The shift key can be used to select multiple items at the same time. By holding down the shift key and clicking on multiple items, you can select them all at once. This is a commonly used feature in computer applications and operating systems to perform bulk actions on selected items, such as deleting or moving them. The control key is typically used for individual selection or for selecting non-contiguous items. The tab key is used for navigating between different fields or elements on a screen, and the esc key is used to cancel or close a current operation or window.

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Which of these is the headphone jack?
Which picture shows the space bar?
Which of the following keys on the keyboard do you use for...
Which of the following keys on the keyboard do you use for division?
Which of the following is the keyboard?
Which of the following keys on the keyboard do you use for addition?
What is the function of the button shown in the photo below?
Which of these pictures show the volume control?
Which of the following is a computer mouse?
Look at the picture below.  What color is the button you click to...
Look at your keyboard.  Which key do you push to remove a letter?
Which of the following is the Monitor/Screen?
Look a the following picture.  What part of the window do you...
Which of the following keys on the keyboard do you use for...
How many spaces do you put between words?
Which of the following pictures shows the 10 key pad used for entering...
The keys listed below are on which row of the keyboard?...
Look at the picture below.  What color is the button you use to...
Look at the picture below.  What is the function (purpose) of the...
What is the purpose of the items shown in the picture below.
After a period at the end of the sentence, how many spaces do you skip...
In order to log into an account  you must type in...
When saving your work, project, etc., it is best to save them in the...
To open a program, application or document you need to...
Select the number of the arrow that points to where you type the URL...
What is a URL?
Look at the picture below.  Which handles would you use to make...
What is the purpose of the button in the picture below?
Look at the picture below.  What color is the button you push to...
When placing a period at the end of the sentence you....
Look at your keyboard.  Which key, when you push it, will...
Look at the picture below.  Columns in a spreadsheet go...
Which key can you use to select multiple items at the same time that...
Look at your keyboard.  Which keys do you push to submit...
Look at the picture below.  A cell is made of how many boxes?
What does clearing the browser history do?
Which two commands would you use to select text and move it from one...
Look at the picture below.  Rows in a spreadsheet go...
Which picture show how to access the homepage in the Safari browser?
Which corner must you drag in order to increase the size of a window?
To place a graphic or picture into your document you must use the...
When using a coma you...
Look at your keyboard.  Which key can you use to make a capital...
Which key can you use to select multiple items at the same time?
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