Introduction to Typing

What do we use to type on a computer?

• A mouse

• A screen

• A keyboard

• A printer

Which key do you press to make a capital letter?

• Space bar

• Enter key

• Caps Lock

• Delete key

What does the space bar do?

• Makes letters bigger

• Adds a space between words

• Changes the colour of text

• Prints the document

Which key do you press to start a new line?

• Control key

• Tab key

• Escape key

• Enter key

What is the purpose of the backspace key?

• To change the font

• To add a new letter

• To move the cursor forward

• To delete the letter before the cursor

What do we call the area where we see what we type?

• Screen

• Keyboard

• Mouse

• File

What should you do with your back when sitting at a computer?

• Stand up

• Slouch down

• Lean back

• Sit up straight

How should your hands be positioned on the keyboard?

• In your lap

• Straight and stiff

• Holding the keyboard

• Curved and relaxed

What is the best way to look at the screen?

• Looking down at the screen

• Tilting your head back

• Facing away from the screen

• With your eyes level with the top of the screen

What is a good way to take breaks while typing?

• Keep typing without stopping

• Look at your shoes

• Stretch your arms and legs

• Close your eyes for a long time