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Instructional Technology
5th
grade
Learning.Com-Computer Basics Unit Post Test Level 5
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- 1. Multiple Choice
How are the symbols on a remote control like the icons on a computer?
They use numbers to change programs.
They use a lot of text to explain things.
They use pictures to show ideas
They use sound to give directions.
- 2. Multiple Choice
You did research about artists around the world. You found pictures of paintings you want to use in your presentation. What laws cover using works created by someone else?
Collaboration laws
Cloud storage laws
Mobile Device Laws
Intellectual Property Laws
- 3. Multiple Choice
The digital image you just scanned did not send to the computer. What might cause that?
The scanner's lamp is not by the scan head.
The scanner sent the image to the printer.
The scanner isn't connected to the computer
The printer isn't turned on.
- 4. Multiple Choice
You wrote a story using word processing software. Now, you want to publish it for others to read. Which file type would be the best to use for publishing?
.ppt
.pdf
.txt
.xls
- 5. Multiple Choice
You created a file using word processing software. Which file extension would you use when you save it?
.pub
.rft
.xcl
.doc
- 6. Multiple Choice
What is the benefit of using the print preview button?
You see all of the mistakes that need to be fixed.
You see exactly what your document looks like.
You save paper when printing.
You can reopen the file.
- 7. Multiple Choice
Your teacher noticed you used the internet but not books from the school library for your research project. She asked why you did that. What would be a good reason for that?
Information in the library is free.
The internet contains more information.
Information on the internet is more reliable.
Information on the internet is always reviewed by experts.
- 8. Multiple Choice
What is the purpose of using ribbon "UI" shortcuts?
They provide more ways to use the tools.
You can quickly find the tasks you want to perform.
They take up less space on the monitor.
They help the operating system work better.
- 9. Multiple Choice
Using a network helps you because...
computers can share printers
not all users need their own monitor
other users cannot see your files
software can be copied without permission
- 10. Multiple Choice
What does the desktop do when files are saved to it?
It shows the operating system as it works.
It organizes the contents of the computer in a visual way.
It runs the software found on your network.
It loads your files to the world wide web.
- 11. Multiple Choice
What is true about menus and toolbars?
Tasks that can be done on a toolbar cannot be done with a menu.
Most tasks can be done with both.
Many more tasks can be done with icons than with menus.
They are the same in all programs.
- 12. Multiple Choice
Which toolbar icon lets you print your paper?
- 13. Multiple Choice
You have many windows open on your computer. How would you move the top window to another spot on your computer?
Drag the menu.
Drag the title bar
Drag the tool bar
Drag the operating system.
- 14. Multiple Choice
You created a survey to gather data from your class. You used check boxes. How many answers can they choose?
Single answer
Multiple answers
- 15. Multiple Choice
You created a survey to gather data from your class. You used radio buttons. How many answers can they choose?
Single answer
Multiple answers
- 16. Multiple Choice
Which one would you use to store, organize and find large amounts of information?
Browser
Database
Email
Graphic
Operating System
- 17. Multiple Choice
Which one would you use to send and receive electronic messages
Browser
Database
Email
Graphic
Operating System
- 18. Multiple Choice
Which one would you use to design and work with pictures?
Browser
Database
Email
Graphic
Operating System
- 19. Multiple Choice
Which one would you use to use the World Wide Web?
Browser
Database
Email
Graphic
Operating System
- 20. Multiple Choice
Which one would you use to manage software?
Browser
Database
Email
Graphic
Operating System
- 21. Multiple Choice
Which one would you use to create a slideshow?
presentation
spreadsheet
word processing
Graphic
Operating System
- 22. Multiple Choice
Which one would you use to create and edit text files?
presentation
spreadsheet
word processing
Graphic
Operating System
- 23. Multiple Choice
Which one would you use to create and edit tables and graphs?
presentation
spreadsheet
word processing
Graphic
Operating System
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