Keyboarding Quiz

Which keys on the keyboard perform different functions depending on the program?

• Alphanumeric Keys

• Function Keys

• Escape Key

• Arrow keys

What is the main typing area on the keyboard?

• Function Keys

• Escape Key

• Alphanumeric Keys

• Arrow keys

Which key cancels the action you instruct the computer to do?

• Function Keys

• Escape Key

• Alphanumeric Keys

• Arrow keys

Where is the numeric keypad usually found on a standard keyboard?

• To the left of the keyboard

• To the right of the keyboard

• Above the keyboard

• Below the keyboard

Which keys move the insertion point around the screen?

• Function Keys

• Escape Key

• Alphanumeric Keys

• Arrow keys

What does the spacebar key do?

• Adds a space in a word processing document

• Deletes the previous character

• Saves the document

• Closes the program

What is the proper hand placement when typing on the keyboard?

• Only touch the keys with your fingertips

• Place your fingers on the home row keys

• Use both thumbs for the spacebar

• Rest your wrists on the keyboard

What is touch typing?

• Typing without looking at the keyboard

• Typing with only one hand

• Typing using a touch screen

• Typing with your eyes closed

Where should your index fingers be placed on the keyboard?

• On the F and J keys

• On the A and S keys

• On the G and H keys

• On the Q and P keys

What is the basic position for your hands when typing?

• On the function keys

• On the escape key

• On the arrow keys

• On the home row