Question 1

To turn off the computer,you would open the Start menu,then click the ________ button on the right bottom of the menu.
A) hibernate
B) Turn off
C) Stop
D) Shut down

Accepted Answer

The "Shut down" option is the most appropriate choice to turn off the computer. The "Turn off" option is a generic term and could refer to other devices, while "Hibernate" and "Stop" are not intended to completely turn off the computer.

Question 2

Software that controls and coordinates the computer hardware to make other programs run efficiently is called the ________.
A) computer software
B) hard drive software
C) system software
D) internal software

Accepted Answer

System software is specifically designed to control and coordinate the computer hardware to make other programs run efficiently. Computer software, hard drive software, and internal software are all broad categories that may include different types of programs, but they do not specifically refer to the software that controls and coordinates hardware.

Question 3

The arrow that shows the position of the mouse on the screen is called the ________.
A) arrow pointer
B) insertion point
C) cursor
D) mouse pointer

Accepted Answer

The arrow that shows the position of the mouse on the screen is called the mouse pointer. While the terms "arrow pointer" and "cursor" are sometimes used to refer to the mouse pointer, "mouse pointer" is the most commonly used and widely recognized term. "Insertion point" refers specifically to the blinking vertical line that shows where text will be inserted when typing, and not the position of the mouse.

Question 4

A(n)________ uses icons to represent commands,programs,and documents.
A) graphical user interface (GUI)
B) picture user interface (PUB) picture user interface (PUIC) icon user interface (IU
C) icon user interface (IU
D) image user interface (IUI)

Accepted Answer

A graphical user interface (GUI) uses icons to represent commands, programs, and documents, allowing users to interact with the computer more intuitively.

Question 5

The ________ button turns open windows transparent to reveal the desktop,letting you peek at the desktop for a moment.
A) Unhide desktop
B) Show desktop
C) Peek
D) Display desktop

Accepted Answer

The "Show desktop" button is designed to turn open windows transparent to unveil the desktop, and it allows you to peek at the desktop momentarily.

Question 6

A storage area for files that have been deleted is called the ________.
A) Recycle Bin
B) Deleted Files Bin
C) Trash Bin
D) Garbage Bin

Accepted Answer

The Recycle Bin is the correct term for the storage area where files are placed after being deleted. This is a feature in Windows operating systems and is equivalent to the Trash Bin in macOS and Linux. Deleted Files Bin and Garbage Bin are incorrect terms.

Question 7

The area at the top left of the Start menu is the ________ area,where you can access frequently used programs and make them easily available.
A) user selected programs
B) selected programs
C) pinned programs
D) most used programs

Accepted Answer

The area being described is the pinned programs area, where users can pin frequently used programs for easy access. The other options are not correct descriptions of this particular area.

Question 8

To access programs on your computer that are not listed on the Start menu,you need to use the ________ button.
A) Other Software
B) Other Programs
C) All Software
D) All Programs

Accepted Answer

The correct button to access programs on your computer that are not listed on the Start menu is the "All Programs" button. This button displays a list of all programs installed on your computer, including those that are not featured on the Start menu.

Question 9

A bar that appears on the right side of the menu when all items are not visible on the menu list is the ________.
A) scan bar
B) jump bar
C) roll bar
D) scroll bar

Accepted Answer

A scroll bar appears on the right side of a menu list when all items are not visible. It allows the user to scroll through the menu to access the remaining items. The other options (scan bar, jump bar, roll bar) are not commonly used terms in relation to menu displays.

Question 10

You can open the Start menu by clicking the Start button or by pressing the ________ key.
A) Enter
B) Start
C) Windows logo
D) Tab

Accepted Answer

The Windows logo key is a dedicated key on Windows keyboards that is used to activate many system functions, including opening the Start menu. Pressing the Windows logo key is a fast and reliable way to access the Start menu, as it eliminates the need to locate and click on the Start button with the mouse.

Question 11

To open the Start menu,you click on the ________ located at the left end of the taskbar.
A) Open button
B) Window button
C) Menu button
D) Start button

Accepted Answer

The Start button is the one that is located at the left end of the taskbar and is used to open the Start menu.

Question 12

Software that helps the user perform a specific task,such as word processing or creating a presentation,is called ________.
A) application software
B) presentation software
C) processing software
D) program software

Accepted Answer

Application software refers to software designed to perform specific tasks, such as word processing or creating a presentation. Presentation software and processing software are specific types of application software, but they do not encompass all types. Program software is not a commonly used term in the industry, and it is not specific enough to refer to software that performs a particular function.

Question 13

A box at the bottom left of the Start menu that allows you to type a word or phrase to find anything stored on your computer is called the ________.
A) Locate box
B) Find and Replace box
C) Explore
D) Search box

Accepted Answer

The box at the bottom left of the Start menu that allows you to type a word or phrase to find anything stored on your computer is called the Search box.

Question 14

The ________ area of the taskbar displays information about the status of programs running on your computer,and also shows the clock.
A) date/time
B) notification
C) information
D) program status

Accepted Answer

The notification area of the taskbar displays information about the status of programs running on your computer, such as updates or notifications, and also shows the clock.

Question 15

Many Microsoft programs display a(n)________ Toolbar with Save,Undo,and Redo buttons.
A) Shortcut
B) Mini
C) Action
D) Quick Access

Accepted Answer

The Quick Access Toolbar is a customizable toolbar that appears above the ribbon in many Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. It contains frequently used commands such as Save, Undo, and Redo for quick access, thus improving productivity.

Question 16

The area at the bottom of the desktop which displays the Start button,pinned application buttons,the notification area,and the Show desktop button is called the ________.
A) activity bar
B) status bar
C) actionbar
D) taskbar

Accepted Answer

The taskbar is the area at the bottom of the desktop that displays the Start button, pinned application buttons, the notification area, and the Show desktop button. The other options listed are not commonly used terms to refer to this area of the desktop.

Question 17

On the Start menu,some items have a(n)________,which displays a list of commands or files related to the option.
A) Go List
B) Display List
C) Jump List
D) Open List

Accepted Answer

The correct term for the list of commands or files related to an option on the Start menu is called a Jump List.

Question 18

A(n)________ is a group or list of context-sensitive commands related to a right-clicked item.
A) mini menu
B) task menu
C) SmallMenu
D) shortcut menu

Accepted Answer

A shortcut menu (also known as a context menu or right-click menu) is a group of context-sensitive commands that appear when you right-click an item. They are often used in software applications to provide quick access to frequently used functions or options. The other options presented are not commonly used or recognized terms for this type of menu.

Question 19

________ is the action of quickly pressing the mouse button two times.
A) Double-clicking
B) Selection
C) Clicking
D) Choosing

Accepted Answer

Double-clicking is the action of quickly pressing the mouse button two times. This action is used to open files or applications, select words, and perform various other actions depending on the context in which it is used. Selection, clicking, and choosing are different actions that may involve a single or double click, but they do not specifically refer to the act of quickly pressing the mouse button twice.

Question 20

A box that presents information or requires a response from the user is called a(n)________.
A) command box
B) content box
C) information box
D) dialog box

Accepted Answer

A dialog box presents information and requires a response from the user. A command box is a specific type of dialog box that allows the user to select a command or option to perform an action. A content box is a general term for any area where visual or textual content is displayed. An information box may present information to the user, but does not necessarily require a response.

Quiz 24: Windows 7, workshop 1: Understanding the Windows 7 Desktop and Managing Windows

To turn off the computer,you would open the Start menu,then click the ________ button on the right bottom of the menu.

Software that controls and coordinates the computer hardware to make other programs run efficiently is called the ________.

The arrow that shows the position of the mouse on the screen is called the ________.

A(n) ________ uses icons to represent commands,programs,and documents.

The ________ button turns open windows transparent to reveal the desktop,letting you peek at the desktop for a moment.

A storage area for files that have been deleted is called the ________.

The area at the top left of the Start menu is the ________ area,where you can access frequently used programs and make them easily available.

To access programs on your computer that are not listed on the Start menu,you need to use the ________ button.

A bar that appears on the right side of the menu when all items are not visible on the menu list is the ________.

You can open the Start menu by clicking the Start button or by pressing the ________ key.

To open the Start menu,you click on the ________ located at the left end of the taskbar.

Software that helps the user perform a specific task,such as word processing or creating a presentation,is called ________.

A box at the bottom left of the Start menu that allows you to type a word or phrase to find anything stored on your computer is called the ________.

The ________ area of the taskbar displays information about the status of programs running on your computer,and also shows the clock.

Many Microsoft programs display a(n) ________ Toolbar with Save,Undo,and Redo buttons.

The area at the bottom of the desktop which displays the Start button,pinned application buttons,the notification area,and the Show desktop button is called the ________.

On the Start menu,some items have a(n) ________,which displays a list of commands or files related to the option.

A(n) ________ is a group or list of context-sensitive commands related to a right-clicked item.

________ is the action of quickly pressing the mouse button two times.

A box that presents information or requires a response from the user is called a(n) ________.