Jvs Basic Windows Quiz V2

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    If for whatever reason you do not have a mouse and you need to shutdown your computer, you can:

    • Leave it on
    • Press the Windows key, open the Start Menu and use the arrow keys
    • Buy another mouse
    • None of the above
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Twenty five basic questions about Windows and computer operation in general.

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  • 2. 

    One of these is NOT considered part of a Window:

    • Menu Bar

    • Title Bar

    • Cell

    • Toolbar

    Correct Answer
    A. Cell
  • 3. 

    In Windows, the Desktop is:

    • Where your computer is located

    • The large background area of the Windows screen

    • The top of your desk

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. The large background area of the Windows screen
  • 4. 

    File name should not contain:

    • / or \

    • *

    • ?

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
  • 5. 

    What is the name of the most popular software used to create documents?

    • MS Word

    • Word Perfect

    • Excel

    • Powerpoint

    Correct Answer
    A. MS Word
  • 6. 

    To organize all open Windows on your screen you can use this function:

    • Tile Windows vertically

    • Tile Windows Horizontally

    • Cascade Windows

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
  • 7. 

    The first step in shutting down your computer is:

    • Turn off the power strip

    • Turn off the printer

    • Save your data

    • Walk away

    Correct Answer
    A. Save your data
  • 8. 

    The mouse lets you________objects:

    • Point

    • Select

    • Move

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
  • 9. 

    The right mouse button is used to:

    • Shut down the computer

    • Display a shortcut menu

    • Delete files

    • Access the floppy drive

    Correct Answer
    A. Display a shortcut menu
  • 10. 

    Certain words underlined in Blue in the Help Index are called:

    • Dialog boxes

    • Radio button

    • Hyperlinks

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Hyperlinks
  • 11. 

    Which of the following is an example of a strong password?

    • Password

    • J*p2le04>F

    • Your real name, user name, or company name

    Correct Answer
    A. J*p2le04>F
  • 12. 

    Describe what steps are taken to change the screen saver

    • Click on start, select control panel, click on Display.

    • Click on file folder and select Save Frame As...

    • Click on start, my computer, appearance, screen saver

    • None of above

    Correct Answer
    A. Click on start, select control panel, click on Display.
  • 13. 

    Things you can drag and drop:

    • Files

    • Folders

    • Window

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
  • 14. 

    What is the difference between MS Word and MS Excel?

    • MS Word is primarily used for grammar, MS Excel is used for number formulas.

    • MS Word is a easier program, MS Excel is more difficult.

    • Excel is for spread sheets, Word is for word documents

    • Excel is for data base programs and Word is for words.

    Correct Answer
    A. Excel is for spread sheets, Word is for word documents
  • 15. 

    To move multiple files at once you can use the:

    • Shift key

    • Arrow key

    • Control key

    • A and C

    Correct Answer
    A. A and C
  • 16. 

    What menu is the print option typically found

    • Edit

    • Page properties

    • File

    • Options

    Correct Answer
    A. File
  • 17. 

    If you can see the different files on your computer by browsing through:

    • The Desktop

    • My Documents

    • Windows Explorer

    • B and C

    Correct Answer
    A. B and C
  • 18. 

    The file extension basically tells Windows:

    • If this file has been saved

    • Where to locate this file

    • What kind of file it is

    • If it is a virus

    Correct Answer
    A. What kind of file it is
  • 19. 

    What button on the keyboard can you press to make the start button items appear?

    • Press the start button at the bottom of the screen.

    • Press shift key.

    • Press the square icon next to the ctrl and alt

    • None of above

    Correct Answer
    A. Press the start button at the bottom of the screen.
  • 20. 

    Describe two ways to rename a file.

    • Click on File and select the Save As key

    • Click on Edit key and select Insert

    • Delete old file and restart it with a new name.

    • None of above.

    Correct Answer
    A. Click on File and select the Save As key
  • 21. 

    How do you properly turn off your computer?

    • Save and close all open programs.

    • Select ESC key and turn off computer.

    • Turn off the power button

    • Press Start, turn off computer, turn off computer icon

    Correct Answer
    A. Save and close all open programs.
  • 22. 

    What key do you need to press to capitalize a letter

    • Press the Caps Lock key

    • Press Shift key

    • Press the "ALT" key

    • Press the "Ctrl" key

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Press the Caps Lock key
    A. Press Shift key
  • 23. 

    What is the name of the folder where documents are typically stored?

    • File folder

    • Notebook folder

    • Documents

    • My Documents

    Correct Answer
    A. File folder
  • 24. 

    Describe two ways to create a new folder.

    • Click on File program, and select Open file

    • Click on Start at the bottom of screen and select My network places

    • Go to Word, select the "new" button, save it by a name.

    • Go to a file and rename it.

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Click on File program, and select Open file
    A. Go to Word, select the "new" button, save it by a name.
  • 25. 

    What is the difference between the backspace and delete keys on the keyboard?

    • Backspace and Delete keys erase part or all of document

    • Backspace takes you to the previous letter, and Delete erases words.

    • Backspace takes you back to the previous document page, and Delete erases the folder.

    • None of above.

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Backspace and Delete keys erase part or all of document
    A. Backspace takes you to the previous letter, and Delete erases words.

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