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Common 113 - Midterm Quiz

Total questions: 40

Worksheet time: 20mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which key combination is commonly used to **copy text** on a computer?

a)

Ctrl + X

b)

Ctrl + V

c)

Ctrl + C

d)

Ctrl + S

2.

The science of designing a workplace that fits the user and prevents injuries is called:

a)

Posture Analysis

b)

Ergonomics

c)

Cybersecurity

d)

File Management

3.

Which of the following is an **input device**?

a)

Printer

b)

Keyboard

c)

Monitor

d)

Speaker

4.

If a program freezes in Windows, what should you do?

a)

Restart the computer immediately

b)

Use Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) to end task

c)

Shut down improperly

d)

Remove the power cable

5.

The “20-20-20 rule” in eye ergonomics means:

a)

Work for 20 hours and rest 20 minutes

b)

Blink 20 times every 20 minutes

c)

Every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds

d)

Rest for 20 minutes every 20 hours

6.

Which is NOT a type of computer virus?

a)

File Infector Virus

b)

Macro Virus

c)

Trojan Worm Virus

d)

Boot Sector Virus

7.

Which antivirus software is built into **Windows 10 and 11**?

a)

McAfee

b)

Windows Defender

c)

Norton 360

d)

Avast

8.

Which type of malware **locks files and demands payment**?

a)

Spyware

b)

Ransomware

c)

Adware

d)

Worm

9.

The shortcut for **pasting** copied text is:

a)

Ctrl + P

b)

Ctrl + V

c)

Ctrl + C

d)

Ctrl + Z

10.

Which of the following is an example of **file management software**?

a)

MS Word

b)

Windows Explorer

c)

Google Chrome

d)

PowerPoint

11.

Which virus exploits vulnerabilities in web browsers?

a)

Web Scripting Virus

b)

Spacefiller Virus

c)

Boot Sector Virus

d)

Polymorphic Virus

12.

Which of the following is the **first step** in starting a computer?

a)

Open Task Manager

b)

Press the Power Button

c)

Log in to Gmail

d)

Insert USB

13.

Which malware secretly records keystrokes typed on a computer?

a)

Rootkits

b)

Keyloggers

c)

Botnets

d)

Trojan Horse

14.

Which program is commonly used for **spreadsheets**?

a)

MS Excel

b)

MS PowerPoint

c)

MS Word

d)

Notepad

15.

Which cybersecurity practice is BEST for protecting data?

a)

Share passwords with trusted friends

b)

Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

c)

Always use public Wi-Fi

d)

Ignore software updates

16.

The first screen that appears after logging in to a computer is called:

a)

Taskbar

b)

Desktop

c)

Start Menu

d)

Monitor

17.

A type of virus that hides in file cavities without increasing file size is:

a)

Boot Sector Virus

b)

Polymorphic Virus

c)

Spacefiller Virus

d)

Resident Virus

18.

Which shortcut key is used to **save a file**?

a)

Ctrl + C

b)

Ctrl + Z

c)

Ctrl + S

d)

Ctrl + V

19.

A type of malware disguised as legitimate software is:

a)

Trojan Horse

b)

Worm

c)

Spyware

d)

Ransomware

20.

The antivirus built into Windows systems is:

a)

Avast

b)

Norton 360

c)

Windows Defender

d)

McAfee

21.

The science of workplace design for safety and comfort is called:

a)

Cybersecurity

b)

Ergonomics

c)

File Management

d)

Maintenance

22.

A malware that replicates itself and spreads across networks is known as:

a)

Trojan Horse

b)

Worm

c)

Keylogger

d)

Rootkit

23.

A program designed to detect and remove malware is called:

a)

Antivirus Software

b)

Word Processor

c)

Firewall

d)

File Explorer

24.

The hardware device used to type letters and numbers is:

a)

Mouse

b)

Keyboard

c)

Monitor

d)

Scanner

25.

Which of the following refers to the **eye-care rule** where you look away from the monitor every 20 minutes?

a)

Ergonomic Positioning

b)

Breaks and Movement

c)

20-20-20 Rule

d)

Standard Posture

26.

Ergonomics helps reduce stress on the body and prevent computer-related injuries.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

27.

Spyware is a malware that locks files and asks for ransom.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

28.

The correct way to shut down a computer is through Start → Power → Shut Down.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

29.

Ctrl + Z is the shortcut key for Undo.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

30.

The monitor should be placed directly in front of the user at eye level.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

31.

Adware secretly monitors user activities and steals login details.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

32.

Malware is any software designed to harm a computer system.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

33.

Macro viruses infect executable (.exe) files.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

34.

Using USB drives from unknown sources may infect a computer with a virus.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

35.

A firewall acts as a barrier that filters network traffic.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

36.

Keyloggers record keystrokes entered on a keyboard.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

37.

Phishing is a technique of tricking users into revealing personal information.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

38.

Boot Sector Virus attacks the startup area of storage devices.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

39.

Strong passwords must include uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

40.

The 20-20-20 rule means looking 20 feet away every 20 minutes for 20 seconds.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE