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1. What Tab on the  ribbon will you find where you can add a chart?

Explanation

The correct answer is "Insert Tab, Insert." The Insert Tab on the ribbon is where you can find various options for adding different elements to your document, including charts. By selecting the Insert Tab, you will have access to the Insert menu, which contains the option to add a chart.

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This Microsoft Office Word trivia assesses knowledge on basic functionalities like saving documents, using the ribbon for font adjustments, and managing text. It's designed to enhance user proficiency in navigating and utilizing Microsoft Word effectively.

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2. The first time you____________ a document you must name the file

Explanation

When you save a document for the first time, you must name the file in order to identify and locate it later. By choosing a file name, you create a unique identifier for the document, allowing you to easily retrieve and work on it in the future. Saving the document with a specific name also helps to organize and manage your files effectively, making it easier to find and access them when needed.

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3.
  After selecting text, use the ______________ and ____________________commands to move the text to a different location.
 

Explanation

The correct answer is Cut, Paste. These commands are used to move text to a different location. The "Cut" command removes the selected text from its original location, while the "Paste" command inserts the cut text at the desired location. The "Cut and Paste" option is also correct as it combines both commands into one action, allowing the user to cut and paste the selected text in a single step.

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4. What button is this?

Explanation

The correct answer is "Painter, Format painter" because the question asks for the name of the button, and both "Painter" and "Format painter" are valid names for the button.

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5.
  You can use_________ to reverse more than one change

Explanation

The question is asking for a tool or method that can be used to reverse multiple changes. The correct answer is "UNDO" or "undo", which is a common feature in many software applications that allows users to revert back to a previous state or undo multiple actions. This feature is useful when making mistakes or wanting to go back to a previous version of a document or project.

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6. What button is this picture show?

Explanation

The picture shows the "Change Case" button, which is used to modify the capitalization of selected text. The button appears twice in the picture, once in title case ("Change Case") and once in uppercase ("CHANGE CASE").

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. To get help using Word, click the help icon on the ribbon or press the ___________key

Explanation

To get help using Word, you can click the help icon on the ribbon or press the F1 key. The F1 key is a commonly used shortcut key for accessing help in many software applications, including Microsoft Word. By pressing F1, you can quickly access the Word Help feature, which provides information and assistance on various topics and tasks within the program.

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8. After you have opened a saved document where can you find the name of the document?

Explanation

The name of the saved document can be found in the title bar. The title bar is located at the top of the document window and displays the name of the document along with the application name. It provides a quick reference for identifying the document that is currently open.

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  What page view can you use to see what it will look like when printed

Explanation

Print Preview is the page view that allows users to see what a document or webpage will look like when printed. It provides a preview of the layout, formatting, and content, allowing users to make any necessary adjustments before printing. This feature is especially useful for ensuring that the printed version appears as intended and avoids any potential formatting issues or surprises.

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10.
  To insert clipart, you need to go to Insert Tab then click ClipArt.
                                                                                           

Explanation

To insert clipart, you need to go to the Insert tab and then click on ClipArt.

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11.
  When changing a selection in word, ie: font, color or size, what step must be taken first?

Explanation

To change a selection in Word, such as the font, color, or size, the first step that must be taken is to select the text. Once the text is selected, you can then proceed to make the desired changes to the selected text.

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12.
  To control how a document is printed, open the Print dialog box using the _____________command on the Office menu's Print submenu.

Explanation

The correct answer is "office button, Print". To control how a document is printed, you can open the Print dialog box by clicking on the Office button and selecting the Print option from the submenu. This allows you to customize the printing settings and choose specific options such as the number of copies, page range, and print quality.

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13. Times New Roman, Comic Sans and Calibri are called_______.

Explanation

Times New Roman, Comic Sans, and Calibri are all different types of fonts. Fonts refer to the specific style and design of the characters, numbers, and symbols used in written or printed text. Therefore, these three fonts can be categorized as "font styles" because they represent different designs and appearances of the text.

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14.
  To access a Dictionary, Thesaurus and translation options all at once open the _____________task pane.

Explanation

The Spelling and Grammar task pane allows users to access a Dictionary, Thesaurus, and translation options all at once. It provides a convenient and efficient way to check and correct spelling and grammar errors in a document while also offering additional language-related tools.

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15. WHICH BUTTON IS USED TO SAVE OUR DOCUMENTS?

Explanation

The Microsoft Office Button is used to save our documents. This button, located in the top left corner of the Microsoft Office applications, provides access to various functions including saving, opening, and printing documents. By clicking on the Microsoft Office Button and selecting the "Save" option, users can save their documents to a desired location on their computer or network. The Home Button and Insert Button do not have the specific function of saving documents.

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16. What does the green wavy line under the word or phrase in the document mean?

Explanation

The green wavy line under the word or phrase in the document indicates that there might be a grammatical error present. This could be a misspelled word, incorrect verb tense, or any other grammatical mistake. By highlighting the word or phrase with a green wavy line, the document is suggesting that the user should review and correct the potential error.

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17.
  You use Insert Tab to put header and footer in a document.

Explanation

The Insert Tab in a document is used for various functions, including adding a header and footer. Headers and footers are sections of a document that appear at the top and bottom of each page, respectively. They often contain information such as page numbers, document titles, or author names. By selecting the Insert Tab, users can easily access the options to add and customize headers and footers in their document. Therefore, the statement "You use Insert Tab to put header and footer in a document" is true.

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18.
  You cannot save your document either in a cd or in a USB.

Explanation

The statement "You cannot save your document either in a CD or in a USB" is false. This means that it is possible to save the document in either a CD or a USB.

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19. AS YOU TYPE A PARAGRAPH, PRESS "ENTER" TO MOVE FROM ONE LINE TO THE NEXT.

Explanation

The given correct answer is "True." This means that the statement or question being asked is factual and accurate. Without further context or information, it is difficult to provide a specific explanation for why the answer is true. However, it can be assumed that the answer is based on the evidence or knowledge available, indicating that the statement being evaluated is valid and correct.

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20.
  To create a hyperlink to another document, you need to select the item to represent the link and then:

Explanation

To create a hyperlink to another document, you need to select the item you want to represent the link and then enter the destination using the Insert Hyperlink dialog box. This dialog box allows you to specify the file or web page you want to link to, and also provides options to customize the appearance and behavior of the hyperlink. By entering the destination using this dialog box, you can ensure that the hyperlink is correctly set up and functional.

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21.
  To open an existing document, access the open command by clicking the ________________, which displays the __________________.
   

Explanation

To open an existing document, you need to click on the Office Button, which is located in the top-left corner of the screen. This will open the File Menu, where you can find the Open option. By selecting Open, you will be able to access and open the desired document.

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22. In a Mail Merge operation, which of the following might represent the main document?                                   

Explanation

The main document in a Mail Merge operation is typically a database of names and addresses. This database serves as the source of information that will be merged into a form letter or other document. The names and addresses from the database will be inserted into the appropriate fields or placeholders in the main document, allowing for personalized and customized communication to be sent to each recipient. The sales brochure and hanging indent options do not typically serve as the main document in a Mail Merge operation.

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23. Becareful when you delete text from a document, because after you deleted or choose Cut, the data is gone and you cannot get it back.                                   

Explanation

Deleting text from a document does not permanently remove the data. It is usually moved to a temporary storage area called the clipboard, from where it can be pasted back into the document. Therefore, it is possible to retrieve deleted text by using the paste function.

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24.
  How do you close a Word document without closing the Word Window

Explanation

To close a Word document without closing the Word Window, you can click on the "Exit Word" option in the Office button menu. This will close the document you are currently working on but keep the Word program open. The Office button menu is typically located in the top left corner of the Word window and is represented by the Microsoft Office logo.

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25. To make the text at the center, click Left Alignment in the Home Tab. ?

Explanation

The statement is false because to make the text at the center, one needs to click on the Center Alignment option in the Home Tab, not the Left Alignment option.

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26. ONCE YOU HAVE DELETED YOUR TEXT, YOU CAN NOT GET IT BACK?

Explanation

The statement "ONCE YOU HAVE DELETED YOUR TEXT, YOU CAN NOT GET IT BACK" is false. In many cases, deleted text can be recovered through various means. For example, if you delete a file from your computer, it may be possible to restore it from the recycle bin or by using specialized software. Similarly, if you delete a message or email, it may still be recoverable from the trash or deleted items folder. Therefore, it is incorrect to say that once text is deleted, it cannot be retrieved.

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27. Which tab on the Ribbon you find the Zoom?

Explanation

The Zoom function is found on the View Tab of the Ribbon. This tab contains various options for customizing the view of the document, including the ability to zoom in or out to adjust the size of the content on the screen.

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28. Which tab is the picture diagram shows?

Explanation

The picture diagram shows the Home Tab.

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29.
  . Keyboard shortcut for CUT command is ___________.

Explanation

The correct answer is Ctrl + X. This keyboard shortcut is commonly used to cut selected text or objects from a document or file. It is a quick and efficient way to remove content and move it to another location or application.

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30.
You left your glasses at home and you need to update an Word Document. What will you do?

Explanation

If you left your glasses at home and need to update a Word Document, increasing the magnification by selecting an appropriate value from the Zoom Command will make the text and elements on the screen larger and easier to read. This will compensate for not having your glasses and allow you to work on the document more comfortably.

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31. WHICH TAB ON THE RIBBON DO WE USE TO CHANGE FONT SIZE 

Explanation

The Home tab on the ribbon is used to change font size. It contains various formatting options, including font size, font style, and font color. By selecting the text and navigating to the Home tab, users can easily adjust the font size according to their preference.

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32. IN ORDER TO SAVE AN EXISTING DOCUMENT WITH A DIFFERENT NAME WHAT DO YOU DO?

Explanation

To save an existing document with a different name, you can use the "Save As" command. This allows you to create a duplicate of the document and save it with a new name, without altering the original document. This option is more efficient than retyping the entire document or copying and pasting it into a new document, as it preserves the original formatting and content while giving it a new name.

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33.
Which tabs on the Ribbon do we use to change our font size?

Explanation

The Home Tab is where we can find various formatting options for our text, including changing the font size. It contains the Font group, which includes the Font Size dropdown menu where we can select the desired font size for our text. The Format Tab, View Tab, and Font Tab do not specifically have options for changing font size.

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34.
  Where do you click first to get a template?

Explanation

To get a template, you would click on the "office button". The office button is typically located in the top left corner of the screen and is represented by the Microsoft Office logo. Clicking on this button will open a drop-down menu where you can access various options, including templates.

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35. The ____________ indents only the first line in a paragraph.

Explanation

The first line indent is a formatting feature that indents only the first line of a paragraph. This means that the first line of each paragraph is moved inward from the left margin, while the rest of the lines in the paragraph remain aligned with the left margin. This type of indent is commonly used in academic writing, articles, and formal documents to visually separate paragraphs and make the text more readable.

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36.
  Which menu do you choose to shade words and paragraph?

Explanation

To shade words and paragraphs, you would choose the "format, borders and shading" menu. This menu allows you to apply shading to selected text or paragraphs, giving them a background color or pattern. The "view" menu does not have an option for shading, and the "insert" menu only has options for borders and shading of tables, not individual words or paragraphs. The option "none" is not a menu but a possible answer choice, which is incorrect.

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37. YOU CREATE A NUMBERED LIST AS YOU TYPE BY TYPING 1, ADDING YOUR TEXT, THEN PRESS ENTER.

Explanation

The statement is false because you do not create a numbered list as you type by simply typing 1, adding your text, and then pressing enter. To create a numbered list, you need to use a specific formatting option in a word processing software or text editor, such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs.

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38. The only way to change print margins for document is to enter the margins in the Page Set Up dialog box.                                   

Explanation

This statement is false. The correct way to change print margins for a document depends on the software or application being used. While entering the margins in the Page Set Up dialog box is a common method, it is not the only way. Other software may provide alternative methods such as dragging the margins on a visual interface or using specific commands or shortcuts. Therefore, the statement that the only way to change print margins is to enter them in the Page Set Up dialog box is incorrect.

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39.
  What is a template?

Explanation

A template is a pre-designed format or layout that can be used as a starting point for creating documents. It is a style of word that saves time as it provides a structure and design that can be easily customized and used by anyone. Templates are commonly used in word processing software, such as Microsoft Word, to create documents with consistent formatting and design elements.

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40.
  Switching between portrait and landscape modes involves the:

Explanation

Switching between portrait and landscape modes involves using the print layout view and the page setup dialog box. The print layout view allows you to see how the document will appear when printed, and the page setup dialog box allows you to change the orientation of the page to either portrait or landscape. By using these two tools, you can easily switch between portrait and landscape modes.

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What Tab on the  ribbon will you find where you can add a chart?
The first time you____________ a document you must name the file
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What button is this?
  You can use_________ to reverse more than one change
What button is this picture show?
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After you have opened a saved document where can you find the name of...
       ...
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Times New Roman, Comic Sans and Calibri are called_______.
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WHICH BUTTON IS USED TO SAVE OUR DOCUMENTS?
What does the green wavy line under the word or phrase in the document...
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AS YOU TYPE A PARAGRAPH, PRESS "ENTER" TO MOVE FROM ONE LINE...
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In a Mail Merge operation, which of the following might represent the...
Becareful when you delete text from a document, because after you...
  ...
To make the text at the center, click Left Alignment in the Home Tab....
ONCE YOU HAVE DELETED YOUR TEXT, YOU CAN NOT GET IT BACK?
Which tab on the Ribbon you find the Zoom?
Which tab is the picture diagram shows?
  . ...
You left your glasses at home and you need to update an Word Document....
WHICH TAB ON THE RIBBON DO WE USE TO CHANGE FONT SIZE 
IN ORDER TO SAVE AN EXISTING DOCUMENT WITH A DIFFERENT NAME WHAT DO...
Which tabs on the Ribbon do we use to change our font size?
  Where do you click first to get a template?
The ____________ indents only the first line in a paragraph.
  ...
YOU CREATE A NUMBERED LIST AS YOU TYPE BY TYPING 1, ADDING YOUR TEXT,...
The only way to change print margins for document is to enter the...
  What is a template?
  ...
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