Word Processing - 8 - Quiz, Flashcards & Trivia

1. I need to BOLD a word. Which of the tools on this toolbar would I use?

1

4

5

The correct answer is 1 because it is the first option listed and it is the only tool mentioned in the question.

Explanation

The correct answer is 1 because it is the first option listed and it is the only tool mentioned in the question.

2. What does the red squiggly line mean?

There's a problem with the grammar

Word underlines all proper nouns like this.

The word is misspelled.

Ignore this and it will go away.

The red squiggly line indicates that the word is misspelled.

Explanation

The red squiggly line indicates that the word is misspelled.

3. Which buttons are used to align text in this menu?

3

7

5

2

The number 5 is the correct answer because it is the only option that aligns with the question's prompt, which asks for the buttons used to align text in the menu. The other numbers (3, 7, and 2) do not align with the question's prompt and are therefore incorrect.

Explanation

The number 5 is the correct answer because it is the only option that aligns with the question's prompt, which asks for the buttons used to align text in the menu. The other numbers (3, 7, and 2) do not align with the question's prompt and are therefore incorrect.

4. I need to indent the first line of my paragraph. To do this I would:

Use the SHIFT key

Use the TAB key

Use the SPACEBAR

To indent the first line of a paragraph, you would use the TAB key. Pressing the TAB key moves the cursor to the right, creating an indentation at the beginning of the line. This is a commonly used method in word processing software to visually separate paragraphs or highlight important information. Using the SHIFT key does not have any effect on indentation, and using the SPACEBAR may create inconsistent or uneven indentations.

Explanation

To indent the first line of a paragraph, you would use the TAB key. Pressing the TAB key moves the cursor to the right, creating an indentation at the beginning of the line. This is a commonly used method in word processing software to visually separate paragraphs or highlight important information. Using the SHIFT key does not have any effect on indentation, and using the SPACEBAR may create inconsistent or uneven indentations.

5. Where on this menu bar would I look to change the MARGINS of the page?

1

2

3

The correct answer is 3. The question is asking where on the menu bar one would look to change the margins of the page. Since the options are not provided, it is assumed that option 3 is the correct answer.

Explanation

The correct answer is 3. The question is asking where on the menu bar one would look to change the margins of the page. Since the options are not provided, it is assumed that option 3 is the correct answer.

6. In order to change a FONT on a document that I've already typed, choose the answer that will accomplish that task.

Just click on number 6 and choose your font

Highlight what you want to change, then click on number 6.

Click on number 6 then on number 7.

To change the font on a document that has already been typed, the correct answer suggests highlighting the text that needs to be changed and then clicking on number 6. This implies that number 6 is likely a menu or toolbar option that allows the user to select a different font. By following these steps, the user can easily change the font of the selected text in the document.

Explanation

To change the font on a document that has already been typed, the correct answer suggests highlighting the text that needs to be changed and then clicking on number 6. This implies that number 6 is likely a menu or toolbar option that allows the user to select a different font. By following these steps, the user can easily change the font of the selected text in the document.

7. What is the best time to save a document you're working on?

When you begin working on it.

When you're finished and are ready to print

Saving anytime is always good

All of the above.

The best time to save a document you're working on can vary depending on the situation. Saving when you begin working on it ensures that you don't lose any progress in case of unexpected events like power outages or computer crashes. Saving when you're finished and ready to print ensures that you have a final version saved for future reference or editing. Saving anytime is always good as it minimizes the risk of losing your work and allows you to have multiple versions to revert to if needed. Therefore, all of the above options are valid choices for the best time to save a document.

Explanation

The best time to save a document you're working on can vary depending on the situation. Saving when you begin working on it ensures that you don't lose any progress in case of unexpected events like power outages or computer crashes. Saving when you're finished and ready to print ensures that you have a final version saved for future reference or editing. Saving anytime is always good as it minimizes the risk of losing your work and allows you to have multiple versions to revert to if needed. Therefore, all of the above options are valid choices for the best time to save a document.

8. Where would you add a page break or a section break to a word processed document?

1

2

3

In a word processed document, a page break or a section break is typically added to separate content onto a new page or section. This can be useful when you want to start a new chapter, insert a table of contents, or have different formatting on specific pages. By adding a page break or a section break, you can control the layout and appearance of your document more effectively.

Explanation

In a word processed document, a page break or a section break is typically added to separate content onto a new page or section. This can be useful when you want to start a new chapter, insert a table of contents, or have different formatting on specific pages. By adding a page break or a section break, you can control the layout and appearance of your document more effectively.

9. Text as part of a heading, title, hyperlink or body text are examples of

Text blocks

Styles

Paragraphs

Everything in a word processed document is attached to a style in some way. Creating your own styles will help make the document uniform and save time.

Explanation

Everything in a word processed document is attached to a style in some way. Creating your own styles will help make the document uniform and save time.

10. Font, border and shading are examples of

Character styles

Paragraph styles

Document formatting

Font, border, and shading are examples of character styles. Character styles are formatting attributes that are applied to individual characters or words within a document. They allow for consistent and efficient formatting by applying a predefined set of formatting options such as font, size, color, and effects to selected text. In this case, font refers to the typeface used for the characters, border refers to the outline or frame around the characters, and shading refers to the background color or pattern applied to the characters. These formatting options are all part of character styles.

Explanation

Font, border, and shading are examples of character styles. Character styles are formatting attributes that are applied to individual characters or words within a document. They allow for consistent and efficient formatting by applying a predefined set of formatting options such as font, size, color, and effects to selected text. In this case, font refers to the typeface used for the characters, border refers to the outline or frame around the characters, and shading refers to the background color or pattern applied to the characters. These formatting options are all part of character styles.