Keyboarding Quiz 1 - Terms, Rules, Keys
This quiz tests your understanding of computer terms as well as finger reaches on the computer.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
The H key is capitalized by holding down this shift key.
- A.
Right
- B.
Left
Correct Answer
A. RightExplanation
The H key is capitalized by holding down the right shift key.Rate this question:
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- 2.
When capitalizing the G key, your will strike this shift key.
- A.
Left shift
- B.
Right shift
Correct Answer
B. Right shiftExplanation
When capitalizing the G key, you will strike the right shift key. The right shift key is used to temporarily change the case of letters on the keyboard. By holding down the right shift key and pressing the G key, you will input a capitalized G.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The S key is struck with this finger.
- A.
R2
- B.
L2
- C.
L1
- D.
L3
Correct Answer
D. L3Explanation
The correct answer is L3 because based on the given information, the S key is struck with this finger.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Everything you can touch or feel around a computer is known as hardware.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Hardware refers to the physical components of a computer that can be touched or felt. This includes devices such as the monitor, keyboard, mouse, and CPU. Therefore, the statement "Everything you can touch or feel around a computer is known as hardware" is true.Rate this question:
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- 5.
You strike the letter A with the R4 finger.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. False -
- 6.
The program used by a computer is known as the folllowing.
- A.
Output
- B.
Disk
- C.
Hardware
- D.
Software
Correct Answer
D. SoftwareExplanation
The program used by a computer refers to the set of instructions or code that tells the computer what tasks to perform. This includes applications, operating systems, and other software components. The term "software" encompasses all of these programs and is the correct answer in this context. The other options, such as output, disk, and hardware, are not accurate because they do not specifically refer to the programs used by a computer.Rate this question:
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- 7.
A document is information that is keyed in the form of a report, letter, or a note.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
A document is a form of information that is recorded or written down in the form of a report, letter, or a note. This means that it is true that a document is information that is keyed in the mentioned forms.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The letter D is struck by this finger.
- A.
L2
- B.
R2
- C.
L3
- D.
R1
- E.
None of the above.
Correct Answer
A. L2Explanation
The letter D is struck by the finger on the left hand, in the second row.Rate this question:
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- 9.
As you enter my classroom, you may whisper softly to your classmate.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given statement implies that whispering softly to a classmate is allowed upon entering the classroom. However, the correct answer is false, indicating that whispering softly is not permitted in the classroom.Rate this question:
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- 10.
A computer is an electronic device that processes information that is inputted into it by the user.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
A computer is indeed an electronic device that processes information inputted by the user. It takes in data, performs calculations, and produces output based on the given instructions. Through various hardware and software components, computers are capable of executing complex tasks and solving problems efficiently. Therefore, the statement "A computer is an electronic device that processes information inputted into it by the user" is true.Rate this question:
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- 11.
The J Key is struck with the R1 finger.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The J key is located on the left side of the keyboard, specifically in the home row. The R1 finger refers to the right index finger, which is typically used to strike keys on the right side of the keyboard. Since the J key is on the left side, it is not struck with the R1 finger. Therefore, the answer "True" is incorrect.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Your thumbs are called R1 and L1.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement is false because the thumbs are actually called the R1 and L1 digits.Rate this question:
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- 13.
The computers in this room are not to be damaged because they do not belong to you.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement implies that the computers in the room should not be damaged because they do not belong to the person being addressed. This suggests that the person is not responsible for the computers and therefore should not cause any harm to them. Therefore, the correct answer is true, indicating that the computers should not be damaged.Rate this question:
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- 14.
To capitalize the letter F key, which finger would first press the shift key.
- A.
L4
- B.
R4
- C.
Thumb
- D.
R3
Correct Answer
B. R4Explanation
When typing, the shift key is typically pressed by the finger on the same hand as the letter you want to capitalize. In this case, the letter F is on the right side of the keyboard, so the right hand would be used to press the shift key. The fourth finger on the right hand is the ring finger, so it would be the first to press the shift key in order to capitalize the letter F.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Respect for your classmate, the instructor, and a substitute is MOST important.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Respecting one's classmates, instructors, and substitutes is crucial in creating a positive and conducive learning environment. It promotes a sense of unity, cooperation, and mutual understanding among individuals in the classroom. Showing respect allows for effective communication, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas. It also fosters a sense of empathy, tolerance, and inclusivity, which are essential for personal growth and academic success. Therefore, it can be concluded that respecting classmates, instructors, and substitutes is indeed of utmost importance.Rate this question:
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- 16.
The semicolon is not struck by the same finger that you would use to strike the Enter key.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement suggests that the semicolon is struck by a different finger than the one used to strike the Enter key. This implies that the semicolon and Enter key are struck by different fingers, which is not true. In reality, both the semicolon and Enter key are typically struck by the right pinky finger on a standard QWERTY keyboard layout. Therefore, the correct answer is False.Rate this question:
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- 17.
The monitor is an input device.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The monitor is not an input device but an output device. It displays the output from the computer or other devices. Input devices are used to provide data or instructions to the computer, such as a keyboard or mouse.Rate this question:
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- 18.
When you capitalize the A, you will use this finger to first strike the shift.
- A.
The R4 finger
- B.
The R1 finger
- C.
The L1 finger
- D.
The L4 finger
Correct Answer
A. The R4 fingerExplanation
The correct answer is the R4 finger. When typing, the fingers on the right hand are labeled R1, R2, R3, and R4, with R4 being the pinky finger. When capitalizing a letter, the shift key is typically pressed with the pinky finger of the right hand, making it the correct choice in this scenario.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Which order below is the correct arrangement of the keys on the homerow?
- A.
Asdfhgjkl;
- B.
Adsfghjkl;
- C.
Asdfghjkl;
- D.
Asdfjkl;jgj
Correct Answer
C. Asdfghjkl;Explanation
The correct arrangement of keys on the homerow is "asdfghjkl;". This is the standard arrangement of keys on the homerow for a QWERTY keyboard layout. The keys are organized in a way that allows for efficient and comfortable typing, with the fingers resting on the home row keys.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Using good techniques (sitting correctly with your eyes on the copy and fingers placed correctly) is NOT important to learning to keyboard.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Using good techniques, such as sitting correctly with your eyes on the copy and fingers placed correctly, is important to learning to keyboard. These techniques help to improve accuracy, speed, and overall efficiency while typing. By adopting proper posture and hand positioning, individuals can reduce the risk of developing musculoskeletal issues and fatigue. Additionally, using correct techniques from the beginning can prevent the formation of bad habits that may be difficult to break later on. Therefore, the statement that good techniques are not important to learning to keyboard is false.Rate this question:
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- 21.
The printer is an output device.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement "The printer is an output device" is true because a printer is a device that takes electronic data stored on a computer or other device and generates a hard copy of that information. It receives information from a computer or other device and produces a physical output in the form of text, images, or graphics on paper or other media. Therefore, the printer functions as an output device by providing a tangible representation of the digital information.Rate this question:
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- 22.
The keyboard is an input device as well as a speaker.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement is incorrect. A keyboard is an input device used for typing and controlling a computer, while a speaker is an output device used for producing sound. A keyboard does not have the capability to function as a speaker, so the correct answer is false.Rate this question:
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- 23.
The instructions the computer is able to see on the firmware that is invisible to your eyes is called which of the following?
- A.
Hardware
- B.
Software
- C.
Firmware
- D.
Flash Drive
Correct Answer
B. Software -
- 24.
An other name for a hard copy us 'printout'.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
A hard copy refers to a physical copy of a document or information that has been printed onto paper or another tangible medium. The term "printout" is often used interchangeably with "hard copy" to describe the same concept. Therefore, it is correct to say that "printout" is another name for a hard copy.Rate this question:
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- 25.
PC is an abbreviation for a computer which means which of the following?
- A.
Physical Computer
- B.
Processing computer
- C.
Processor
- D.
Personal computer
Correct Answer
D. Personal computerExplanation
The correct answer is "Personal computer" because PC is commonly used as an abbreviation for personal computer. A personal computer refers to a computer that is designed for individual use and is typically used for tasks such as word processing, internet browsing, and multimedia consumption.Rate this question:
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Aug 28, 2009Quiz Created by
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