Keyboarding Quiz For Macs
Test your knowledge of proper keyboarding technique and the Querty keyboard.
- 1.
When typing, you should always keep your eyes on the
- A.
Monitor.
- B.
Keyboard.
- C.
Speakers.
- D.
Mouse.
Correct Answer
A. Monitor.Explanation
When typing, it is important to keep your eyes on the monitor because it allows you to see what you are typing and make any necessary corrections. The monitor displays the text, documents, or any other content you are working on, ensuring that you can visually track your progress and ensure accuracy. Keeping your eyes on the monitor also helps maintain good posture and reduce strain on your neck and eyes.Rate this question:
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- 2.
When typing, your fingers should always rest in the
- A.
School position.
- B.
Home school position.
- C.
Hello row position.
- D.
Home row position.
Correct Answer
D. Home row position.Explanation
The correct answer is "home row position." When typing, your fingers should always rest on the home row position, which is the row on a keyboard where the fingers naturally rest. This position includes the middle row of keys, where the letters A, S, D, F, J, K, L, and ; are located. By resting your fingers on the home row position, you can easily reach all other keys on the keyboard without having to strain or move your hands too much. This helps to improve typing speed and accuracy.Rate this question:
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- 3.
When typing, your back should be
- A.
Straight.
- B.
Bent.
- C.
Leaning.
- D.
Slouched.
Correct Answer
A. Straight.Explanation
When typing, it is important to maintain a straight back. This helps to maintain proper posture and alignment of the spine, reducing the risk of developing musculoskeletal issues such as back pain or strain. Having a straight back also allows for better support and stability, which can enhance overall comfort and efficiency while typing.Rate this question:
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- 4.
When typing, your wrists should
- A.
Rest on the table
- B.
Remain flat with fingers curved
- C.
Rest on the table with fingers flat
- D.
Always rest on the spacebar
Correct Answer
B. Remain flat with fingers curvedExplanation
When typing, it is important for the wrists to remain flat with fingers curved. This position helps to maintain proper alignment and reduces the risk of developing repetitive strain injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome. Resting the wrists on the table provides support and stability, while keeping the fingers curved allows for efficient movement and reduces strain on the tendons and muscles in the hands. Resting the wrists on the spacebar or keeping the fingers flat can lead to discomfort and potential injury in the long run.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What are the home row keys?
- A.
Qweruiop
- B.
Abcdefgh
- C.
Asdfjkl;
- D.
Zxcvmkl;
Correct Answer
C. Asdfjkl;Explanation
The home row keys are the keys on a keyboard where the fingers naturally rest. In this case, the answer "asdfjkl;" represents the home row keys on a standard QWERTY keyboard. These keys are located in the middle row of the keyboard and are where the index, middle, and ring fingers of both hands are positioned when touch typing.Rate this question:
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- 6.
To indent, press
- A.
Caps lock.
- B.
Enter.
- C.
Shift.
- D.
Tab.
Correct Answer
D. Tab.Explanation
The answer is Tab because pressing the Tab key on the keyboard is used to indent text in various applications such as word processors, text editors, and coding environments. It allows for easy organization and formatting of content by creating consistent and uniform spacing.Rate this question:
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- 7.
To type in all capital letters, press
- A.
Backspace.
- B.
Delete.
- C.
Caps Lock.
- D.
Page Up.
Correct Answer
C. Caps Lock.Explanation
To type in all capital letters, you would press the Caps Lock key. This key allows you to toggle between uppercase and lowercase letters, so when it is activated, all the letters you type will be in capital letters until you deactivate it. The Backspace key is used to delete the character before the cursor, the Delete key is used to delete the character after the cursor, and the Page Up key is used to scroll up a page in a document or webpage.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Use the Return key to
- A.
Move down to the next line.
- B.
Escape out of a program.
- C.
Add a space.
- D.
Delete.
Correct Answer
A. Move down to the next line.Explanation
The correct answer is "move down to the next line" because using the Return key on a keyboard is commonly used to create a new line or paragraph in a document or text editor. When pressed, it moves the cursor to the beginning of the next line, allowing the user to continue typing on a new line. This function is particularly useful when writing or formatting text, as it helps in organizing content and improving readability.Rate this question:
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- 9.
To make an exclamation mark, press the Shift Key and then press _______at the same time.
- A.
9
- B.
1
- C.
5
- D.
7
Correct Answer
B. 1Explanation
To make an exclamation mark, you need to press the Shift Key and then press the number 1 at the same time. The number 1 is the correct answer because it represents the exclamation mark symbol on the keyboard.Rate this question:
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- 10.
To delete a character that is to the left of the cursor, press
- A.
Backspace
- B.
Delete
- C.
Caps Lock
- D.
Shift
Correct Answer
B. DeleteExplanation
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