Key Board Quiz #2 Home Row Keys

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    What key do you press with your thumb?

    • Space bar
    • F
    • J
    • A
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Key Board Quiz #2 Home Row Keys assesses essential typing skills, focusing on the correct finger placement and techniques for efficient keyboard use. It reinforces the importance of not looking at the keys while typing and maintaining hand position, crucial for typing proficiency.

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  • 2. 

    Which are the home row keys for the right hand?

    • Asdf

    • Jkl;

    • Fjkd

    • Alsk

    Correct Answer
    A. Jkl;
    Explanation
    The home row keys for the right hand are "jkl;". These keys are located in the middle row of the keyboard and are meant to be the resting position for the fingers on the right hand. By placing the fingers on these keys, it allows for easy access to the surrounding keys and helps with typing speed and accuracy.

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  • 3. 

    What is different about the keys F and J?Hint:  They feel different when you touch them.

    • Bugs crawl on them.

    • They are pink with yellow spikes.

    • They make noise.

    • They have a bump that helps you remember where they are on the keyboard.

    Correct Answer
    A. They have a bump that helps you remember where they are on the keyboard.
    Explanation
    The keys F and J have a bump that helps you remember where they are on the keyboard. This is a common feature found on many keyboards, especially those used for touch typing. The bump allows users to quickly position their fingers without having to look at the keyboard, improving typing speed and accuracy.

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  • 4. 

    What finger do you use for the G key?

    • Thumb

    • Pointer

    • Ring

    • Middle

    Correct Answer
    A. Pointer
    Explanation
    The G key is typically played with the pointer finger on the right hand. This finger is commonly used for playing the keys on the right side of the piano keyboard.

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  • 5. 

    True or False.  Never look at the keyboard while typing.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Looking at the keyboard while typing can slow down the typing speed and increase the chances of making errors. It is recommended to develop touch typing skills, where the typist can accurately type without looking at the keyboard. This allows for better focus on the screen or document being typed, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy. Therefore, it is true that one should never look at the keyboard while typing.

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  • 6. 

    Which are the home row keys for the left hand?

    • Jkl;

    • Ghjk

    • Sdfg

    • Asdf

    Correct Answer
    A. Asdf
    Explanation
    The home row keys for the left hand are "asdf". These keys are positioned in the middle row of the keyboard, specifically under the left hand fingers. The home row keys are the starting position for typing and provide a reference point for finger placement. By resting the fingers on these keys, it allows for efficient and accurate typing as the fingers can easily reach the surrounding keys.

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  • 7. 

    When should you take your hands off the key board when typing?

    • When you press the space bar.

    • When you get tired.

    • Never! Always keep your hands on the home row!!

    • When you press the G and H keys.

    Correct Answer
    A. Never! Always keep your hands on the home row!!
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Never! Always keep your hands on the home row!!" This answer is correct because when touch typing, it is important to keep your hands on the home row, which consists of the keys ASDF and JKL;. This allows for efficient and accurate typing as it provides a reference point for finger placement and helps maintain proper hand position. Taking your hands off the home row can slow down typing speed and increase the likelihood of errors.

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