Computer Skills Proficiency Test

25 Questions | By Constanceseiden | Updated: Mar 22, 2022 | Attempts: 42077

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This test will allow the student to demonstrate their computer level. Based on the results of the test, the student will either continue on to their next course or take CIS110, Introduction to the PC. Introduction to the PC is a one credit hour course that covers the basics of a computer one needs to know to be successful in future courses.

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1.

"Desktop" is a computer term that refers to:
- A.
  
  The initial screen showing icons for folders, files, and applications.
- B.
  
  The part of your work area where the computer monitor sits.
- C.
  
  Something that can and should be ignored by most users.
- D.
  
  The list of all of the contents on a particular computer.
2.

The "Control Panel" is:
- A.
  
  A disk on which data can be stored.
- B.
  
  Another term for a display screen.
- C.
  
  A computer network that spans a relatively small area.
- D.
  
  A system tool that allows a user to set certain settings.
3.

Select on of the followintg to determine the proper procedure for shutting down your computer.
- A.
  
  It's best to never turn off your computer.
- B.
  
  Whenever you are ready to quit, simply push the lighted button on your processor.
- C.
  
  Just unplug your computer
- D.
  
  Go to the Start menu and click "Shut Down"
4.

Creating a subdirectory required you to:
- A.
  
  Create a new folder for specific items.
- B.
  
  Save all items on your Hard Drive.
- C.
  
  Place a file on your Desktop.
- D.
  
  Create a new file
5.

The Maximize button is used to:
- A.
  
  Scroll slowly through a window.
- B.
  
  Expand a window to fill the entire screen.
- C.
  
  Return a window to its original size.
- D.
  
  Reduce a window to a button on the taskbar.
6.

When you are instructed to "point and click," it means you:
- A.
  
  Use the mouse to move the pointer around the screen
- B.
  
  Double-click the mouse
- C.
  
  Use the mouse to move the pointer around the screen and then click the mouse button once or twice to select the object.
- D.
  
  Use the mouse to move the pointer around the screen and press the mouse button as you move the mouse.
7.

The Minimize button is used to:
- A.
  
  Scroll slowly through a window.
- B.
  
  Reduce a window to a button on the taskbar.
- C.
  
  Expand a window to fill the entire screen.
- D.
  
  Return a window to its original size.
8.

What program command saves a copy of a file under a different name?
- A.
  
  Duplicate
- B.
  
  Copy
- C.
  
  Save
- D.
  
  Save As
9.

What is the name of the Windows location that stores cut or copied information?
- A.
  
  Clipboard
- B.
  
  Start menu
- C.
  
  Hard Drive
- D.
  
  Paint
10.

How to you open aprogram such aso when there are no icons on the desktop?
- A.
  
  Right click to reveal all icons.
- B.
  
  Click the START button and select the program from the menu.
- C.
  
  Restart the computer.
- D.
  
  It is not possible to open the program if no icons are on the desktop.
11.

A WORD file can be attached to an e-mail message?
- A.
  
  Yes
- B.
  
  No
- C.
  
  Depends on what type of file
- D.
  
  Only to select an e-mail address
12.

In a file hierarchy, a folder inside another folder is called
- A.
  
  Program
- B.
  
  Internal hard disk
- C.
  
  Subfolder
- D.
  
  Clipboard
13.

After you delete a file from your hard disk, it is automatcally placed in the:
- A.
  
  Search box
- B.
  
  USB flash drive
- C.
  
  Clipboard
- D.
  
  Recycle bin
14.

In software applications such as Microsoft Word, a document in known as what on the PC?
- A.
  
  Page
- B.
  
  Folder
- C.
  
  File
- D.
  
  None of the above
15.

What is the siginificance of a faded (dimmed) command in a drop-down menu?
- A.
  
  There are no equivalent keystrokes for the particular command.
- B.
  
  The command is not currently accessible.
- C.
  
  A dialog box appears if the command is selected.
- D.
  
  A Help window appears if the command is selected.
16.

Any computer parts that you can actually touch are considered to be:
- A.
  
  Systems
- B.
  
  Platforms
- C.
  
  Hardware
- D.
  
  Software
17.

The term ____________ refers to the set of instructions that directs the hardware in a computer to accomplish a task.
- A.
  
  Output
- B.
  
  Software
- C.
  
  Hardware
- D.
  
  Input
18.

All computers must have:
- A.
  
  A virus checking program
- B.
  
  A printer attached
- C.
  
  Word processing software
- D.
  
  An operating system
19.

Which Windows program do you use to manage folders and files?
- A.
  
  Windows Control Panel
- B.
  
  Windows Explorer
- C.
  
  Windows Accessories
- D.
  
  Microsoft Office
20.

What type of device is a flash drive?
- A.
  
  Output
- B.
  
  Input
- C.
  
  Storage
- D.
  
  Software
21.

An operating system is:
- A.
  
  CD-ROM software
- B.
  
  Application software
- C.
  
  Integrated software
- D.
  
  System software
22.

An unwanted program running on a computer is called a
- A.
  
  Pain
- B.
  
  Sickness
- C.
  
  Virus
- D.
  
  Encryption
23.

The _____________ shows what file and applications are open.
- A.
  
  Shortcut Menu
- B.
  
  My Documents
- C.
  
  Taskbar
- D.
  
  Start Menu
24.

The _________________ is an output device that produces output on paper.
- A.
  
  Printer
- B.
  
  Monitor
- C.
  
  Mouse
- D.
  
  Keyboard
25.

A ___________ is a pointing device used to move a pointer on the screen and to make selections.
- A.
  
  Keyboard
- B.
  
  Mouse
- C.
  
  Monitor
- D.
  
  Processor