Microsoft Word Exam: Can You Pass This Quiz?
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Questions and Answers
- 1.
Another name for the cursor is the ____
- A.
Clicker
- B.
Blinker
- C.
Insertion point
Correct Answer
A. ClickerExplanation
The term "cursor" refers to the graphical representation of a pointing device, such as a mouse, on a computer screen. It is used to indicate the current position where the user can interact with the system. "Clicker" is another term commonly used to refer to the cursor because it signifies the action of clicking or selecting items on the screen using the pointing device.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Times New Roman, Comic Sans and Calibri are called_______?
- A.
Fonts
- B.
Variations
- C.
Font sizes
Correct Answer
A. FontsExplanation
Times New Roman, Comic Sans, and Calibri are all examples of different fonts. Fonts refer to the different styles and designs of characters that can be used in text. Each font has its own unique appearance and can be chosen to suit different purposes or aesthetics. Therefore, the correct answer is fonts.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What would you do to highlight a word? You position the cursor next to the word and then _____?
- A.
Click the mouse three times
- B.
Drag the mouse while holding the left mouse button
- C.
Roll mouse around
Correct Answer
B. Drag the mouse while holding the left mouse buttonExplanation
To highlight a word, you would position the cursor next to the word and then drag the mouse while holding the left mouse button. This action allows you to select the desired word by dragging the cursor over it, which highlights the word and prepares it for further actions such as copying, cutting, or formatting.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What happens in a document when the "cut" command is used?
- A.
The application stops running.
- B.
Selected text or graphics are removed.
- C.
Only half the screen is seen.
Correct Answer
B. Selected text or graphics are removed.Explanation
When the "cut" command is used in a document, it removes the selected text or graphics from the document. This means that the content that was selected will be deleted and no longer visible in the document. The "cut" command is commonly used to transfer or relocate content within a document or to a different location altogether. It is important to note that the application does not stop running and there is no mention of only half the screen being seen, so these options can be eliminated.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which one is not a tab in Microsoft Word 2010?
- A.
Design
- B.
File
- C.
Home
- D.
Insert
Correct Answer
A. DesignExplanation
In Microsoft Word 2010, Design is not a tab. The tabs in Microsoft Word 2010 are File, Home, Insert, Page Layout, References, Mailings, Review, and View. The Design tab is not included in this version of Microsoft Word.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What tab do you go to for the spelling and grammar check
- A.
Insert
- B.
Home
- C.
File
- D.
Review
Correct Answer
D. ReviewExplanation
The Review tab is where you go for the spelling and grammar check. This tab contains various tools and options to review and edit your document, including the Spelling and Grammar check feature. It allows you to check for any spelling or grammar errors in your text and provides suggestions for corrections.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which tab would you choose to change the font size of a word from 12 points to 18 points?
- A.
File
- B.
Home
- C.
Insert
- D.
Page Layout
Correct Answer
B. HomeExplanation
The Home tab would be the correct choice to change the font size of a word from 12 points to 18 points. This tab typically contains various formatting options, including font size adjustments. By selecting the Home tab, users can easily locate and access the font size options to increase the size from 12 points to 18 points.Rate this question:
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- 8.
You would use this key to bullet the items in a list.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
This key is not used to bullet the items in a list. The key that is commonly used to create bullets in a list is the "•" key or the "Ctrl + Shift + L" shortcut in most word processing software. Therefore, the correct answer is false.Rate this question:
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- 9.
To save a document for the first time you would choose _________,
- A.
Save
- B.
Save as
- C.
Neither A nor B
Correct Answer
B. Save asExplanation
When saving a document for the first time, you would choose "save as." This option allows you to specify the file name, location, and format of the document. By choosing "save as," you are creating a new file and giving it a name and location on your computer. This is different from simply choosing "save," which would overwrite any existing file with the same name in the default location. Therefore, "save as" is the correct option for saving a document for the first time.Rate this question:
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- 10.
You would use this key to change the color of your word from black to red.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement is asking if a specific key would be used to change the color of a word from black to red. The correct answer is "True" because there are certain keys or combination of keys on a keyboard, such as the "Ctrl" key and the "R" key, that can be used to change the color of text in certain software applications.Rate this question:
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- 11.
You would use this key to make a numbered list, such as a grocery list
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
This key is most likely referring to the "numbered list" key on a keyboard or a similar input device. Pressing this key would allow you to create a list with numbers, typically used for items like a grocery list or any other list that needs to be organized in a sequential order. Therefore, the correct answer is true, as using this key can help in creating a numbered list.Rate this question:
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- 12.
You would use this key to italicize a word
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
This statement is false because to italicize a word, you would typically use the "Ctrl + I" keyboard shortcut or select the word and click on the "Italic" button in a word processing software or text editor. There is no specific key dedicated solely to italicizing a word.Rate this question:
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- 13.
To remove a portion of the text, you would use this key.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The correct answer is "True" because the question implies that there is a specific key that is used to remove a portion of text. Since the options given are "True" and "False," and the statement is true, the correct answer is "True."Rate this question:
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- 14.
The title of Madison's report is 28 points. This is the title's ____________.
- A.
Format
- B.
Font Size
- C.
Font Style
Correct Answer
B. Font SizeExplanation
The title of Madison's report is 28 points. This indicates that the title's characteristic being referred to is the font size.Rate this question:
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- 15.
To take a picture from the internet and put it in your document for a school report, you would choose this key
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
To take a picture from the internet and put it in your document for a school report, you would choose the "True" key. This means that it is indeed possible to select an image from the internet and insert it into a document for a school report.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Which tab in Microsoft Word 2010 would you select to insert a shape in to a document?
- A.
Insert
- B.
Review
- C.
View
- D.
File
Correct Answer
A. InsertExplanation
To insert a shape into a document in Microsoft Word 2010, you would select the "Insert" tab. This tab contains various options for inserting different elements into the document, including shapes. By clicking on the "Insert" tab, you can access the "Shapes" button, which allows you to choose from a variety of pre-designed shapes to insert into your document.Rate this question:
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- 17.
If you want to add a table or a radial diagram to your document, which tab would you choose?
- A.
File
- B.
Home
- C.
Insert
- D.
Save
Correct Answer
C. InsertExplanation
To add a table or a radial diagram to a document, you would choose the "Insert" tab. This tab contains various options for inserting different types of objects into the document, including tables, diagrams, pictures, and shapes. By selecting the "Insert" tab, you can easily access the tools and features needed to add tables or radial diagrams to your document.Rate this question:
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- 18.
What is the function of this key?
- A.
Left Align
- B.
Justify
- C.
Center
- D.
Right Align
Correct Answer
C. CenterExplanation
The function of the Center key is to align the selected text or object in the center of the page or container. This is useful for creating visually balanced and symmetrical layouts. By clicking on the Center key, the text or object will be positioned equidistant from the left and right edges, ensuring that it is centered horizontally.Rate this question:
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- 19.
You have created a table and you want to add 3 more rows to it. To add the new rows to the table, you would .....?
- A.
Delete the table and start over.
- B.
Left click and choose insert rows
- C.
Right click and choose insert rows
- D.
Choose the Insert tab and click on ADD
Correct Answer
C. Right click and choose insert rowsExplanation
To add 3 more rows to the table, you would right click on the table and choose the "insert rows" option. This action will allow you to add the desired number of rows to the existing table without deleting or starting over.Rate this question:
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- 20.
What is the name of this document?
- A.
Blank Document
- B.
Document 1
- C.
Document 2
- D.
Microsoft Word
Correct Answer
C. Document 2Explanation
The correct answer is Document 2 because it is the only option that specifically refers to a document, while the other options are either generic (Blank Document) or do not directly indicate a specific document (Document 1, Microsoft Word).Rate this question:
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