5th Grade Tech Terms

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  • 1. 

    Thankfully, he had purchased a great ________ program and therefore the virus did not ruin his operating system

    • A.

      Antivirus

    • B.

      Gps

    • C.

      Emoticon

    • D.

      Cd

    Correct Answer
    A. Antivirus
    Explanation
    The correct answer is antivirus. The sentence states that the person had purchased a great program, which suggests that they had bought a software program to protect their operating system from viruses. Therefore, the antivirus program prevented the virus from causing any damage to the operating system.

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  • 2. 

    I went to the __________ on my computer to change my background.

    • A.

      Antivirus

    • B.

      Bookmark

    • C.

      Control panel

    • D.

      Gps

    Correct Answer
    C. Control panel
    Explanation
    The control panel is the correct answer because it is the place on a computer where users can access various settings and make changes to the system. In this context, the control panel would provide the option to change the background of the computer.

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  • 3. 

    I really wanted a phone with a _________ keyboard so I could type easily.

    • A.

      QWERTY

    • B.

      Bookmark

    • C.

      Control panel

    • D.

      Cd

    Correct Answer
    A. QWERTY
    Explanation
    The QWERTY keyboard is known for its layout, which is designed to make typing easier and more efficient. This layout is commonly used in most traditional keyboards, including those on phones. Therefore, if someone wants a phone with a QWERTY keyboard, it means they want a phone with a keyboard that is easy to type on.

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  • 4. 

    I will ________ the website to find it later.

    • A.

      Bookmark

    • B.

      Gps

    • C.

      Format

    • D.

      Cd

    Correct Answer
    A. Bookmark
    Explanation
    The word "bookmark" in this context refers to the action of saving or marking a website for future reference. By bookmarking the website, the person can easily find it later without having to search for it again.

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  • 5. 

    Place the _________ where you are typing.

    • A.

      Gps

    • B.

      Cursor

    • C.

      Cd

    • D.

      Antivirus

    Correct Answer
    B. Cursor
    Explanation
    The question is asking for the correct term to fill in the blank. The term that accurately describes the object or tool used for typing is "cursor." The cursor is the movable indicator on a computer screen that shows the position where the next character will be inserted or where an action will be performed. It is controlled by the user through a mouse or keyboard, allowing them to navigate and interact with the computer's interface.

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  • 6. 

    I'll __________ the document to include columns.

    • A.

      Format

    • B.

      Antivirus

    • C.

      Control panel

    • D.

      Gps

    Correct Answer
    A. Format
    Explanation
    The word "format" is the correct answer because it means to arrange or organize something in a specific structure or layout. In the given sentence, the word "format" is used as a verb, indicating that the speaker intends to arrange or organize the document to include columns.

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  • 7. 

    My ___________ was scratched and I could not play it anymore.

    • A.

      Cd

    • B.

      Control panel

    • C.

      Qwerty

    • D.

      Gps

    Correct Answer
    A. Cd
    Explanation
    The word "cd" in this context refers to a compact disc, which is a type of optical disc used to store and play audio or data. The sentence suggests that the speaker's CD was scratched, making it impossible for them to play it anymore.

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  • 8. 

    He typed a smiley face ________ in his email.

    • A.

      Emoticon

    • B.

      Bookmark

    • C.

      Qwerty

    • D.

      Antivirus

    Correct Answer
    A. Emoticon
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "emoticon" because it is a symbol or combination of characters used to represent emotions or facial expressions in written communication. In this context, the person typed a smiley face emoticon in his email to convey a positive or friendly tone.

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  • 9. 

    ____________ receivers provide users with positional information.  It seems every car has one these days!

    • A.

      Gps

    • B.

      Bookmark

    • C.

      Format

    • D.

      Control panel

    Correct Answer
    A. Gps
    Explanation
    GPS receivers provide users with positional information by using signals from satellites to determine their exact location. This technology has become widely adopted in various industries, including automotive, where it is commonly used for navigation systems in cars. The statement "It seems every car has one these days!" further emphasizes the ubiquity of GPS receivers in vehicles.

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