Keyboard Basics Quiz

Which keys are typically found on the home row of a standard QWERTY keyboard?

• Q, W, E, R, T, Y

• A, S, D, F, J, K, L

• Z, X, C, V, B, N, M

• G, H, I, J, K, L, O

What is the primary purpose of the home row keys?

• To help with quick access to number keys

• To assist in typing special characters

• To serve as a resting position for fingers while typing

• To provide shortcuts for opening applications

Which finger is used to strike the ‘F’ key on the home row?

• Right index finger

• Left index finger

• Right middle finger

• Left middle finger

How many total keys are on the top row of a standard QWERTY keyboard?

• 10

• 12

• 9

• 13

On the top row of a QWERTY keyboard, which key is located directly above the 'E' key?

• W

• R

• 3

• 4

Which fingers are responsible for typing the keys on the top row?

• Only the index fingers

• All fingers except the thumbs

• Only the middle fingers

• The pinky and ring fingers only

Which key on the home row is typically pressed with the right pinky finger?

• A

• S

• L

• ; (semicolon)

What is the significance of the raised bumps on the ‘F’ and ‘J’ keys?

• To identify them as shortcut keys

• To help touch typists locate the home row without looking

• To distinguish them from number keys

• To indicate they are function keys

Which key is found directly to the left of the 'D' key on the home row?

• F

• A

• S

• G

What is the correct finger placement for typing the ‘Q’ key on a QWERTY keyboard?

• Left pinky finger

• Right pinky finger

• Left ring finger

• Right index finger