Q1. Which of the following actions can be performed using the “File” menu in a word processing package?
a) Spell Check
b) Print Document
c) Text Alignment
d) Insert Table
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Correct Answer: b) Print Document
Explanation: The “File” menu typically includes options related to document management such as saving, printing, and opening files. Text alignment and table insertion are usually found under the “Home” or “Insert” menu.
Q2. Which shortcut key is used to open the Help function in most word processing software?
a) F1
b) F5
c) F10
d) Ctrl + H
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Correct Answer: a) F1
Explanation: The F1 key is universally recognized as the shortcut key for opening the Help feature in most software, including word processing programs.
Q3. The menu bar in a word processing package is usually found:
a) At the top of the window
b) At the bottom of the window
c) On the left side of the window
d) On the right side of the window
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Correct Answer: a) At the top of the window
Explanation: The menu bar is typically located at the top of the word processing window, providing access to various drop-down menus like File, Edit, View, etc.
Q4. What is the difference between “Save” and “Save As” in word processing?
a) “Save” creates a new file, “Save As” overwrites it
b) “Save” overwrites the current file, “Save As” creates a new file
c) “Save” saves to a new location, “Save As” overwrites
d) Both perform the same action
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Correct Answer: b) “Save” overwrites the current file, “Save As” creates a new file
Explanation: “Save” updates the current document, while “Save As” allows saving the document under a new name or in a different location.
Q5. Which of the following is used to view how a document will appear when printed?
a) Page Setup
b) Print Preview
c) Print Layout
d) Draft View
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Correct Answer: b) Print Preview
Explanation: Print Preview shows how the document will look when printed, helping to avoid printing errors and misaligned content.
Q6. Which command would you use to remove a selected portion of text from one location and place it in another?
a) Cut
b) Copy
c) Paste
d) Delete
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Correct Answer: a) Cut
Explanation: The Cut command removes the selected text and stores it in the clipboard, from where it can be pasted into another location.
Q7. What feature would you use to find a synonym for a word in your document?
a) Spell Check
b) Thesaurus
c) Grammar Check
d) Word Count
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Correct Answer: b) Thesaurus
Explanation: The Thesaurus feature provides synonyms and related words, helping to improve vocabulary and avoid repetition in a document.
Q8. To align text so that it is evenly spaced between the left and right margins, you would use:
a) Left Align
b) Right Align
c) Center Align
d) Justify
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Correct Answer: d) Justify
Explanation: Justify alignment adjusts the spacing of text so that it aligns evenly with both the left and right margins, creating a clean, block-like appearance.
Q9. How can you quickly increase the size of the selected text?
a) Change the font style
b) Use the Increase Font Size button
c) Click on the Underline icon
d) Right-click and choose Copy
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Correct Answer: b) Use the Increase Font Size button
Explanation: The Increase Font Size button (often represented by a larger “A” icon) is a quick way to enlarge the selected text in a document.
Q10. Which option would you use to adjust the space between paragraphs in a document?
a) Line Spacing
b) Page Setup
c) Paragraph Spacing
d) Page Margin
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Correct Answer: d) Pottery
Explanation: Inscriptions, coins, and manuscripts are all sources of Ancient Indian history, but pottery is not considered a significant source.