Keyboard Quiz For 6th Grade: Quiz!
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Questions and Answers
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What is the starting position called where you rest your fingers on the keyboard?
- A.
Home Row
- B.
Bottom Row
- C.
Top Row
- D.
Keyboard
Correct Answer
A. Home RowExplanation
The starting position where you rest your fingers on the keyboard is called the home row. This is the row where the letters ASDF and JKL; are located. Resting your fingers on the home row allows for efficient and accurate typing, as it provides a reference point for the placement of all other keys on the keyboard.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What finger do you use for J?
- A.
Left pointer
- B.
Right pointer
- C.
Right ring
- D.
Thumb
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B. Right pointerExplanation
The letter "J" is typically typed using the right pointer finger on a standard QWERTY keyboard layout. This finger is responsible for pressing the keys in the middle row of letters, including the J key.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What finger do you use for K?
- A.
Left pointer
- B.
Right pointer
- C.
Left middle
- D.
Right middle
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D. Right middleExplanation
The correct answer is Right middle. When typing the letter "K" on a standard keyboard, it is typically done using the right middle finger. The middle finger is responsible for reaching the keys in the middle row of the keyboard, and the "K" key is located in the middle row, slightly to the right side. Therefore, the right middle finger is the appropriate finger to use for typing the letter "K".Rate this question:
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- 4.
What finger do you use for R?
- A.
Left pointer
- B.
Left middle
- C.
Right pointer
- D.
Right middle
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A. Left pointerExplanation
The correct answer is Left pointer because on a standard keyboard layout, the letter "R" is located on the right side of the keyboard, closer to the right hand. Therefore, the left pointer finger is used to press the "R" key.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What finger do you use for the semicolon; key?
- A.
Right middle
- B.
Right ring
- C.
Right pinky
- D.
Right pointer
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C. Right pinkyExplanation
The semicolon key is typically located on the right side of the keyboard, towards the bottom. When typing, the right pinky finger is responsible for pressing this key. This is because the right pinky naturally rests on the right side of the keyboard, making it the most convenient finger to reach and press the semicolon key.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What finger do you use for H?
- A.
Left pointer
- B.
Right pointer
- C.
Thumb
- D.
Right middle
Correct Answer
B. Right pointerExplanation
The correct answer is Right pointer because when typing on a standard QWERTY keyboard, the letter "H" is typically pressed with the right pointer finger. The right pointer finger is responsible for pressing the keys in the middle row of the keyboard, which includes the letters "H," "J," "U," and "Y."Rate this question:
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- 7.
What finger should you use for A?
- A.
Left pinky
- B.
Left middle
- C.
Left Ring
- D.
Left pointer
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A. Left pinkyExplanation
The left pinky finger is the correct finger to use for the letter A on a keyboard. This is because the A key is located on the left side of the keyboard, towards the bottom, and is easily accessible with the left pinky finger without having to move the hand from its resting position. Using the left pinky for A allows for efficient and comfortable typing.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Where should your feet be when you are typing?
- A.
On the chair
- B.
On the desk
- C.
Flat on the floor
- D.
Tucked under the chair
Correct Answer
A. On the chairExplanation
When typing, it is recommended to have your feet placed flat on the floor. This helps to maintain proper posture and alignment of the body, reducing strain on the back and neck. Placing your feet on the chair or tucked under the chair can lead to an uncomfortable position and may cause discomfort or pain in the long run. Keeping the feet flat on the floor provides a stable base of support and promotes ergonomic typing posture.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What finger do you use for B?
- A.
Thumb
- B.
Left pointer
- C.
Right pointer
- D.
Either pointer
Correct Answer
B. Left pointerExplanation
The left pointer is used for the letter B on a keyboard. This is because the left pointer finger is typically positioned on the F key, and B is located directly to the right of it. Therefore, when typing, the left pointer finger is responsible for pressing the B key.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What finger do you use for M?
- A.
Left middle
- B.
Right middle
- C.
Thumb
- D.
Right pointer
Correct Answer
D. Right pointerExplanation
The correct answer is "Right pointer" because the letter "M" is typically typed using the right hand's pointer finger.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What finger do you use for C?
- A.
Left pointer
- B.
Left ring
- C.
Thumb
- D.
Left middle
Correct Answer
D. Left middleExplanation
The left middle finger is used for playing the C note on a piano or any other instrument. It is the finger that rests on the white key immediately to the right of the two black keys in the middle of the keyboard. This finger is commonly used for playing various other notes and chords as well.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Name three keys you hit with your Left Ring Finger.
- A.
Asd
- B.
Sed
- C.
Swx
- D.
Sxd
Correct Answer
C. SwxExplanation
The three keys that are typically hit with the left ring finger are "s", "w", and "x". This is because when typing with the standard QWERTY keyboard layout, the left ring finger is responsible for pressing these keys.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Name three keys you hit with your right middle finger.
- A.
Ki.
- B.
Kim
- C.
Ki,
- D.
Kui
Correct Answer
C. Ki,Explanation
The correct answer is "ki" because the question asks for three keys hit with the right middle finger and "ki" is a combination of two keys that can be easily hit with the right middle finger. The other options "kim" and "kui" do not meet the requirement of being hit with the right middle finger.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Name three keys you hit with your left pointer finger.
- A.
Fgh
- B.
Fbv
- C.
Fty
- D.
Jbh
Correct Answer
B. FbvExplanation
The correct answer is "fbv" because when typing on a standard QWERTY keyboard, the "f," "b," and "v" keys are positioned directly under the left pointer finger.Rate this question:
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- 15.
What finger do you use for the Z key?
- A.
Left pinky
- B.
Left ring
- C.
Left middle
- D.
Left pointer
Correct Answer
A. Left pinkyExplanation
The Z key is located on the left side of a standard QWERTY keyboard, specifically on the bottom row. The left pinky finger is responsible for pressing this key.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Can you use either thumb for the space bar?
- A.
No
- B.
Yes
- C.
Sometimes
- D.
It depends on your speed.
Correct Answer
B. YesExplanation
Yes, you can use either thumb for the space bar. The space bar is designed to be accessible and can be pressed with either thumb depending on the user's preference or comfort. It does not depend on the speed at which you type, but rather on personal choice and hand positioning.Rate this question:
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- 17.
What is the proper way to make a capital letter?
- A.
Use any shift key
- B.
Use Caps Lock
- C.
Use opposite shifts
- D.
Don't use capitals
Correct Answer
C. Use opposite shiftsExplanation
Using opposite shifts refers to using the shift key that is opposite to the hand you are using to type the letter. For example, if you are typing with your right hand, you would use the left shift key to make a capital letter. This is the proper way to make a capital letter because it allows for efficient typing and reduces the strain on your hands.Rate this question:
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- 18.
What is the name of the keyboard?
- A.
DVORAK
- B.
TIM
- C.
ASDFJKL
- D.
QWERTY
Correct Answer
D. QWERTYExplanation
The name of the keyboard is QWERTY. This is the most common keyboard layout used in English-speaking countries. The name "QWERTY" comes from the first six letters on the top row of keys. This layout was designed in the 1870s and has become the standard for typewriters and computer keyboards. It is named after the order of the keys on the keyboard.Rate this question:
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