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W-2 and 1040 Forms

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the purpose of a W-2 form?

a)

To order office supplies

b)

To book vacation days

c)

To report annual wages and taxes withheld

d)

To schedule meetings

2.

What information does a W-2 form provide?

a)

A list of favorite movies

b)

Details of a person's social media accounts

c)

Information about an individual's wages, tips, compensation, taxes withheld, and other financial details for tax purposes.

d)

Information about an individual's medical history

3.

When should an employer send out W-2 forms to employees?

a)

January 31st

b)

April 15th

c)

March 15th

d)

February 15th

4.

What are the key differences between a W-2 and a 1099 form?

a)

W-2 is for employees with taxes withheld, 1099 is for independent contractors responsible for their own taxes.

b)

W-2 is for contractors responsible for their own taxes, 1099 is for employees with taxes withheld

c)

Both W-2 and 1099 are for employees with taxes withheld

d)

W-2 is for independent contractors, 1099 is for employees

5.

What is the deadline for filing a 1040 form?

a)

June 15th

b)

April 15th

c)

May 15th

d)

March 15th

6.

What are some common deductions that can be claimed on a 1040 form?

a)

Charitable contributions deduction

b)

Health insurance deduction

c)

Mortgage interest deduction

d)

Standard deduction, itemized deductions, student loan interest deduction, educator expenses deduction, self-employment tax deduction

7.

How can someone file a 1040 form electronically?

a)

Mail the form to the local post office

b)

Submit the form in person at a government office

c)

Fax the form to the IRS

d)

Use the IRS Free File program, commercial tax preparation software, or a tax professional who offers e-filing services.

8.

What is the penalty for filing a 1040 form late?

a)

No penalty for late filing

b)

A flat fee of $100 regardless of the amount owed

c)

5% of the unpaid taxes for each month or part of a month, up to a maximum of 25%

d)

10% of the unpaid taxes for each month or part of a month, up to a maximum of 50%

9.

What is the purpose of Schedule A on a 1040 form?

a)

To report capital gains

b)

To report itemized deductions

c)

To calculate self-employment tax

d)

To claim the Child Tax Credit

10.

What is the difference between a 1040EZ and a 1040A form?

a)

The 1040EZ is for individuals under 30 years old, while the 1040A is for individuals over 50 years old.

b)

The 1040EZ is for self-employed individuals, while the 1040A is for employees.

c)

The 1040EZ is for taxpayers with children, while the 1040A is for taxpayers without children.

d)

The 1040EZ is for simple tax situations, while the 1040A is for more complex tax situations.