Question 1

____ is the newest version of Microsoft Windows.
A) Windows 8
B) SkyDrive
C) Microsoft Office 2013
D) Microsoft Office 365

Accepted Answer

Windows 8 is the newest version of the Microsoft Windows operating system. SkyDrive and Microsoft Office 365 are cloud-based services, while Microsoft Office 2013 is a productivity suite and not an operating system.

Question 2

The Windows 8 interface begins with the ____.
A) Client screen
B) Sign-in screen
C) User Account screen
D) Start screen

Accepted Answer

The Windows 8 interface starts with the Start screen, which displays live tiles representing applications and other features.

Question 3

A(n) ____ is a set of computer instructions.
A) computer program
B) gesture
C) operating program
D) user account

Accepted Answer

A computer program is a set of instructions written in a programming language that can be executed by a computer to perform a specific task or set of tasks. It is the most appropriate choice for this definition among the options given.

Question 4

The ____ includes a button that enables you to display all of your apps.
A) Menu bar
B) Toolbar
C) App bar
D) Shortcut bar

Accepted Answer

The app bar is typically located at the bottom of the screen on mobile devices and includes a button that, when pressed, displays all of the user's installed apps. The menu bar usually contains navigation and command options for the current app, while the toolbar typically contains buttons for frequently used functions within the app. The shortcut bar is a customizable bar that can be added to the top or bottom of the screen to provide quick access to frequently used apps or settings.

Question 5

A ____ is a unique combination of letters or numbers that identifies a specific user to Windows.
A) user name
B) password
C) keyboard shortcut
D) sign-in screen

Accepted Answer

A user name is a unique combination of letters or numbers that identifies a specific user to Windows. It is commonly used in combination with a password to authenticate the user and provide access to Windows resources.

Question 6

When you turn on a computer, Windows starts and displays a ____ consisting of the time and date.
A) Start screen
B) lock screen
C) sign-in screen
D) user name screen

Accepted Answer

When you turn on a computer, Windows displays a lock screen consisting of the time and date. As the name suggests, this screen is to prevent unauthorized access to your computer while it's not in use.

Question 7

Tool tabs are also called ____.
A) contextual tabs
B) picture tabs
C) tool buttons
D) tool contexts

Accepted Answer

Tool tabs are also known as contextual tabs because they change depending on the context of the task being performed in the program or software. They offer relevant tools and options for the specific task at hand, making it easier for the user to complete their work efficiently.

Question 8

A ____ is a horizontal or vertical bar that appears when the contents of an area may not be visible completely on the screen.
A) tilt wheel
B) gesture
C) scroll bar
D) scroll box

Accepted Answer

A scroll bar is a bar on the side or bottom of a window or viewport that allows the user to scroll through the content by dragging the handle or by clicking the arrows at either end of the bar. The scroll bar can be horizontal, if the content is wider than the viewport, or vertical, if it's taller than the viewport.

Question 9

One method of displaying the entire contents of a window is to ____ it.
A) extend
B) restore
C) maximize
D) navigate

Accepted Answer

To display the entire contents of a window, you should maximize it. This will make the window take up the full screen, allowing you to fully see all of its contents. Extending the window will only make it larger, which may not necessarily display all of the contents if they were originally too big for the window. Restoring the window will only return it to its original size, which may not be the ideal size for displaying all of the contents. Navigating does not apply to displaying the contents of a window.

Question 10

A(n) ____ is a motion you make on a touch screen with the tip of one or more fingers or your hand.
A) app
B) gesture
C) tile
D) scroll bar

Accepted Answer

The motion made on a touch screen with the tip of one or more fingers or your hand is called a gesture. A is incorrect because an app is a software application. C is incorrect because a tile is a graphical representation of an app or feature on a home screen. D is incorrect because a scroll bar is a graphical user interface element used to scroll through content.

Question 11

A ____ consists of one or more keys that you press to perform tasks using the keyboard.
A) keyboard stroke
B) keyboard app
C) keyboard log-in
D) keyboard shortcut

Accepted Answer

Keyboard shortcuts are combinations of keys on the keyboard that can be used to perform certain tasks quickly and efficiently. These shortcuts can save time and increase productivity for users who frequently perform certain actions on their computers. Examples of keyboard shortcuts include Ctrl+C to copy, Ctrl+V to paste, and Alt+F4 to close a window.

Question 12

To use an app, you must instruct the operating system to ____ the app.
A) quit
B) run
C) restart
D) interface with

Accepted Answer

To use an app, you need to run it on the operating system.

Question 13

The Maximize button changes to the ____ button after you tap or click it.
A) Shut Down
B) Minimize
C) Restore Down
D) Close

Accepted Answer

When you tap or click the Maximize button, it changes to the Restore Down button, which is indicated by two overlapping squares. This button allows you to restore the window to its previous size before it was maximized.

Question 14

A PowerPoint presentation is also called a ____.
A) slide show
B) document
C) publication
D) start screen

Accepted Answer

A PowerPoint presentation is a collection of slides that are presented in a sequence to communicate information or ideas. Therefore, it is commonly referred to as a slide show.

Question 15

The ____ presents information about the document, the progress of current tasks, and the status of certain commands and keys.
A) status bar
B) scroll bar
C) document window
D) information bar

Accepted Answer

The status bar typically appears at the bottom of a document window and displays information such as the current page, word count, and zoom level, as well as providing feedback on certain commands or tasks being performed within the program.

Question 16

A(n) ____ consists of programs designed to make users more productive and/or assist them with personal tasks.
A) Start screen
B) app
C) operating system
D) log-in account

Accepted Answer

An app, short for application, is a software program designed to perform a specific function or set of functions, such as making users more productive or assisting with personal tasks. Examples include productivity apps, such as Microsoft Office, and personal assistant apps, such as Siri or Alexa. The other options listed do not specifically refer to software programs designed for these purposes.

Question 17

Tapping or clicking the ____ on a sign-in screen begins the process of signing in to your user account.
A) app
B) user name
C) user icon
D) password

Accepted Answer

The answer of Tapping or clicking the ____ on a...

Question 18

You view a portion of a document on the screen through a ____.
A) Quick Access Toolbar
B) status bar
C) document window
D) print layout

Accepted Answer

The document window is the portion of the screen where the document is displayed. The Quick Access Toolbar and status bar are not used to view the content of a document, and print layout refers to the way the document will look when printed, not how it is viewed on the screen.

Question 19

A ____ is a set of choices, often graphical, arranged in a grid or in a list.
A) window document
B) live preview
C) menu
D) gallery

Accepted Answer

A gallery is a set of choices, often graphical, arranged in a grid or in a list, allowing users to pick from the options visually.

Question 20

Tap or click the ____ document thumbnail on the PowerPoint start screen to create a blank PowerPoint document in the PowerPoint window, as shown in the accompanying figure.
A) Blank
B) New
C) Start
D) Create

Accepted Answer

The answer of  Tap or click the ____ document...

Quiz 8: Powerpoint: Office 2013 and Windows 8 Essential Concepts and Skills

____ is the newest version of Microsoft Windows.

The Windows 8 interface begins with the ____.

A(n) ____ is a set of computer instructions.

The ____ includes a button that enables you to display all of your apps.

A ____ is a unique combination of letters or numbers that identifies a specific user to Windows.

When you turn on a computer, Windows starts and displays a ____ consisting of the time and date.

Tool tabs are also called ____.

A ____ is a horizontal or vertical bar that appears when the contents of an area may not be visible completely on the screen.

One method of displaying the entire contents of a window is to ____ it.

A(n) ____ is a motion you make on a touch screen with the tip of one or more fingers or your hand.

A ____ consists of one or more keys that you press to perform tasks using the keyboard.

To use an app, you must instruct the operating system to ____ the app.

The Maximize button changes to the ____ button after you tap or click it.

A PowerPoint presentation is also called a ____.

The ____ presents information about the document, the progress of current tasks, and the status of certain commands and keys.

A(n) ____ consists of programs designed to make users more productive and/or assist them with personal tasks.

Tapping or clicking the ____ on a sign-in screen begins the process of signing in to your user account.

You view a portion of a document on the screen through a ____.

A ____ is a set of choices, often graphical, arranged in a grid or in a list.

Tap or click the ____ document thumbnail on the PowerPoint start screen to create a blank PowerPoint document in the PowerPoint window, as shown in the accompanying figure.