Microsoft Word Quiz

On a scale 1-4 rate your confidence with Microsoft Word

• 1) I know how to open and type in a Word doc

• 2) I know some features about Word.

• 3) I know a lot of features but I know there are things I do not know yet.

• 4) I can teach the class about all the features in Word and how to use them

Which file extension is typically associated with Microsoft Word documents?

• .mp3

• .doc

• .jpg

• .xlsx

Answer explanation

The question asks about the file extension typically associated with Microsoft Word documents. The correct answer is .doc. This is because .doc is the standard file extension for Microsoft Word documents. Other options like .mp3, .jpg, and .xlsx are associated with audio files, image files, and Microsoft Excel files respectively, not Microsoft Word documents.

True or False: Microsoft Word is only used in school

• TRUE

• FALSE

Answer explanation

The statement in the question is false. Microsoft Word is not only used in schools. It is a widely used word processing program that is utilized in various sectors including businesses, government offices, and personal use. It offers features for creating, editing, and formatting text documents, making it a versatile tool beyond educational settings.

Which projects (in either this class or another) have you used Microsoft Word to work on?

Which of these is NOT a standard font style in Microsoft Word?

• Calibri

• Times New Roman

• Comic Sans MS

• European Bold

Answer explanation

The question asks about the standard font styles in Microsoft Word. Calibri, Times New Roman, and Comic Sans MS are all standard font styles in Microsoft Word. However, European Bold is not a standard font style in Microsoft Word, making it the correct answer.

Can you list some of the commands used in Word for editing and formatting? (ex. CTRL+U for underline)

Which one of these is NOT a font in Microsoft Word?

• Century Gothic

• Britannic Bold

• American Italic

• Chiller

Answer explanation

The question asks which option is not a font in Microsoft Word. The correct answer is 'American Italic'. While 'Century Gothic', 'Britannic Bold', and 'Chiller' are all fonts available in Microsoft Word, 'American Italic' is not recognized as a standard font in the software.

What is the default font style in Microsoft Word?

• Arial

• Times New Roman

• Verdana

• Calibri

Answer explanation

The default font style in Microsoft Word is Calibri. This has been the case since Microsoft Office 2007, when it replaced Times New Roman as the default. Although Arial and Verdana are also available as font options in Word, they are not set as the default font style.

True or False: Microsoft Word is compatible with Mac computers.

• Not sure

• True

• False

• Partially true

Answer explanation

The question asks whether Microsoft Word is compatible with Mac computers. The correct answer is 'True'. This is because Microsoft Word, being a product of Microsoft, is designed to be compatible with various operating systems, including macOS. Therefore, you can indeed use Microsoft Word on Mac computers.

Which font style is commonly used for headings in Microsoft Word?

• Verdana

• Calibri

• Times New Roman

• Arial

Answer explanation

The question asks about the font style typically used for headings in Microsoft Word. Among the given options, Calibri is the correct choice. It is a sans-serif typeface that was designed for clear on-screen reading and is commonly used in Microsoft Word for headings.