Basic MS Word Exam
Take an exam to see how well you know some Word basics. Content in this quiz was excerpted from Training on Microsoft Office Online.
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You place the insertion point in the middle of a paragraph and start typing. But the new text deletes existing text. What's the problem and how do you fix it?
- A.
Word is in Overtype mode. Press BACKSPACE and retype.
- B.
The DELETE key is pressed in. Press DELETE again.
- C.
Word is in Overtype mode. Press INSERT to turn it off.
Correct Answer
C. Word is in Overtype mode. Press INSERT to turn it off.Explanation
The problem is that Word is in Overtype mode, which means that any new text typed will replace the existing text instead of inserting it. To fix this, the user needs to press the INSERT key to turn off Overtype mode.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Once you've deleted text, you can't get it back.
- A.
True.
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
This statement is false because it is possible to retrieve deleted text in certain cases. For example, if a document or file is deleted from a computer, it can often be recovered using data recovery software. Additionally, some email services have a "Trash" or "Deleted Items" folder where deleted emails can be retrieved from. Therefore, it is not always true that once text is deleted, it cannot be recovered.Rate this question:
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- 3.
As you type a paragraph, press ENTER to move from one line to the next.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given correct answer is "True" because the statement suggests that pressing ENTER while typing a paragraph moves the cursor to the next line. This is a common feature in most word processing software and text editors, where pressing ENTER is used to create a new line or paragraph.Rate this question:
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- 4.
The best way to create a heading in a document is to:
- A.
Apply a larger font size to it than the body text.
- B.
Add bold formatting by clicking the Bold button on the Formatting toolbar.
- C.
Apply a heading style.
Correct Answer
C. Apply a heading style.Explanation
Applying a heading style is the best way to create a heading in a document because it not only changes the font size, but also applies consistent formatting throughout the document. By using a heading style, the heading will be automatically formatted with the appropriate font size, style, and spacing, making it easier to maintain consistency and make changes to the formatting if needed. This also allows for easy navigation within the document using the table of contents or navigation pane.Rate this question:
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- 5.
You create a numbered list as you type by typing 1, adding your text, and pressing ENTER.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
When creating a numbered list, you need to type a number followed by a period, add your text, and then press ENTER. In this case, the correct answer is False because the statement suggests that you can create a numbered list by simply typing 1 and adding your text, which is incorrect.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What's a good reason to use a header or footer in your document?
- A.
To include the document title and page numbers.
- B.
To look impressive.
- C.
To add a title to the start of the document
Correct Answer
A. To include the document title and page numbers.Explanation
A good reason to use a header or footer in a document is to include the document title and page numbers. This helps in organizing and identifying the document, making it easier for readers to navigate and refer to specific pages. Additionally, including page numbers is essential for proper documentation and citation purposes.Rate this question:
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How do you open the Header and Footer toolbar?
- A.
On the View menu, click Toolbars, and select Header and Footer from the list of toolbars.
- B.
On the View menu, click Header and Footer.
- C.
Right–click any toolbar and click Header and Footer.
Correct Answer
B. On the View menu, click Header and Footer.Explanation
To open the Header and Footer toolbar, you need to go to the View menu and click on Header and Footer. This will enable the toolbar and allow you to access and customize the header and footer sections of your document.Rate this question:
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- 8.
In order to save an existing document with a different name you need to:
- A.
Retype the document and give it a different name
- B.
Use the Save as.. command
- C.
Copy and paste the original document to a new document and then save
- D.
Use Windows Explorer to copy the document to a different location and then rename it
Correct Answer
B. Use the Save as.. commandExplanation
To save an existing document with a different name, you can use the "Save as.." command. This command allows you to create a duplicate of the document and save it with a new name, without altering the original document. By selecting "Save as..", you can specify the new name and location for the document, ensuring that the original file remains unchanged while creating a new version with a different name.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which keyboard shortcut bolds selected text?
- A.
Ctrl+B
- B.
Alt+B
- C.
File/Format/Bold
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
A. Ctrl+BExplanation
Ctrl+B is the correct answer because it is a common keyboard shortcut used to bold selected text in various text editing and word processing applications. This shortcut is widely recognized and used by many users to quickly format and emphasize text by making it bold.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Suddenly Word does not display your favorite toolbar. What has happened?
- A.
Your program has been infected by a macro virus
- B.
This version of Word does not support toolbars
- C.
Your toolbar option has been deleted from the menus
- D.
Your toolbar has been unchecked under the View/Toolbars menu
Correct Answer
D. Your toolbar has been unchecked under the View/Toolbars menuExplanation
Your toolbar has been unchecked under the View/Toolbars menu. This means that the toolbar is still present in Word, but it is not currently being displayed. By going to the View menu and selecting the Toolbars option, you can recheck the toolbar and make it visible again.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Which keyboard shortcut centers selected text?
- A.
Ctrl+C
- B.
Alt+C
- C.
There is no keyboard shortcut for this operation
- D.
Ctrl+E
Correct Answer
D. Ctrl+EExplanation
Ctrl+E is the correct answer because it is a commonly used keyboard shortcut that centers selected text. This shortcut is often used in word processing and text editing software to quickly align text to the center of a page or document. By pressing Ctrl+E, the selected text will be centered horizontally within its container or text box.Rate this question:
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- 12.
How many different documents can you have open at one time?
- A.
No more that three
- B.
Only one
- C.
As many as your computer memory will hold
- D.
No more than your Taskbar can display
Correct Answer
C. As many as your computer memory will holdExplanation
The correct answer is "As many as your computer memory will hold." This means that the number of different documents that can be open at one time is limited by the amount of memory available on the computer. The more memory the computer has, the more documents can be opened simultaneously.Rate this question:
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- 13.
How many margins are on a page?
- A.
Two (header and footer)
- B.
Four (top, bottom, right, left)
- C.
Two (landscape and Portrait)
- D.
Two (top and bottom)
Correct Answer
B. Four (top, bottom, right, left)Explanation
The correct answer is four (top, bottom, right, left) because margins are the blank spaces that surround the content on a page. In order to create a balanced and visually appealing layout, it is common to have equal margins on all sides of the page. This allows for consistent spacing and helps to frame the content within the page. Therefore, the correct answer is four margins: top, bottom, right, and left.Rate this question:
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- 14.
How can you highlight text without using the mouse?
- A.
It is impossible
- B.
Use the F5 key
- C.
Use the arrow keys while holding down a Ctrl key
- D.
Use the arrow keys while holding down a Shift key
Correct Answer
D. Use the arrow keys while holding down a Shift keyExplanation
To highlight text without using the mouse, you can use the arrow keys while holding down the Shift key. This allows you to move the cursor to the desired starting point of the text you want to highlight and then use the arrow keys to select the text by moving the cursor. Holding down the Shift key while using the arrow keys allows you to extend the selection to multiple lines or words.Rate this question:
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- 15.
This is a Bar that contains the File, Edit, History, Bookmark, Tools, and Help.
Correct Answer
Menu Bar
menu barExplanation
The given answer "Menu Bar, menu bar" is correct because it accurately identifies the name and function of the bar that contains the File, Edit, History, Bookmark, Tools, and Help options. The menu bar is a common feature in computer software and applications, providing access to various commands and functions. It typically appears at the top of the screen or window, allowing users to navigate and interact with the software's features easily.Rate this question:
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