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WorksheetsLIS ICT 112- MIDTERM EXAM
Total questions: 60
Worksheet time: 30mins
Which of the following best describes a “digital toolkit”?
A. A collection of physical tools for repairing computers
B. A set of software and practices that help you work online efficiently
C. A printed manual on using typewriters
D. A storage box for old CDs
Which tool is best for synchronous team collaboration on documents?
Local text files only
Cloud-based editors with real-time co-editing (e.g., Google Docs)
Emailing attachments back and forth without version control
Printing and meeting in person only
What is the key benefit of using cloud storage?
It makes files heavier
Enables access from multiple devices and backups
It eliminates the need for internet access
It always costs nothing
Which practice reduces clutter and improves file discoverability?
Save everything to desktop with vague names
Use consistent folder structure and meaningful filenames
Never delete duplicate files
Store all files in a single folder named “stuff”
Two-factor authentication (2FA) primarily helps to:
Improve screen resolution
Add an extra layer of security to account logins
Speed up file downloads
Remove password requirements entirely
Best practice for password management is to:
A. Reuse the same password everywhere
B. Store passwords in plain text on your desktop
C. Use a password manager to generate and store unique passwords
When collaborating remotely, the single most useful habit is:
Not responding to messages
Scheduling regular check-ins and documenting decisions
Working in isolation without versioning
Deleting shared files to avoid confusion
What does “version control” help you do?
Remove older files permanently without backup
Track and manage changes to documents or code over time
Print older drafts only
Disable editing for everyone permanently
Which tool example is used for quick note-taking and syncing across devices?
Sticky notes glued to a monitor
Cloud note apps (e.g., Evernote, OneNote)
A printed notebook locked in a drawer
Saving notes as .exe files
A digital workflow that automates repetitive tasks is commonly created with:
Manual copy-paste only
Automation tools and macros (e.g., Zapier, IFTTT, Excel macros)
A paper checklist
Multiple windows open at once
Which format is best for sharing a document you don’t want others to easily edit?
.docx (native editable file)
.pdf (portable and fixed layout)
Plain text only
.tmp files
For preserving the quality of images used in projects, you should:
Use the lowest resolution possible
Use appropriate formats and resolution for the intended medium (PNG/JPEG/Web sizes)
Convert images to .txt
Print them and re-scan each time
When selecting a communication tool for a team, the most important factor is:
Whether it has animated backgrounds
Compatibility with the team’s workflow and ease of use
How many advertisements it displays
The tool’s file icon color
Which practice helps reduce digital distractions?
Turning off notifications during focused work sessions
Keeping all notifications on at maximum volume
Opening social media constantly
Disabling do-not-disturb modes
For sharing large files (videos, datasets), the recommended approach is:
Email as attachments regardless of size limits
Use file-transfer services or cloud links (e.g., Google Drive, WeTransfer)
Burn to CD and mail it
Post on a public forum with no access control
The main advantage of templates (documents, slides, spreadsheets) is that they:
Limit creativity completely
Provide consistent formatting and save time
Always cost money to use
Remove the need to proofread
Which of the following is a good backup strategy?
Keep a single copy on local machine only
Use the 3-2-1 rule: 3 copies, 2 different media, 1 offsite copy
Store everything only on USB drives without redundancy
Overwrite backups daily with no versioning
When producing short instructional videos, the video suggests you should:
Use extremely long unedited footage
Keep clips concise, use captions, and plan a simple script
Record in a noisy environment without microphone
Avoid using any visuals
Which skill improves your ability to search for reliable information online?
Blindly trusting top search results only
Evaluating sources, checking author credentials, and cross-checking facts
Only using the first image result
Relying exclusively on social media posts
What is the benefit of organizing email with labels, folders, or filters?
Makes email inaccessible
Improves triage, prioritization, and retrieval of messages
Deletes messages automatically after 1 day always
Prevents you from writing replies
A “digital portfolio” is useful because it:
Replaces your CV with a single screenshot
Showcases selected work and projects in one accessible place
Is only for artists and designers
Is not recognized by employers
When choosing browser extensions, you should:
Install all available extensions to cover every use case
Install only trusted extensions and review permissions carefully
Ignore permission prompts entirely
Use extensions from unknown sources only
Accessibility best practice when creating digital content includes:
Using tiny fonts and low contrast
Adding alt text for images and ensuring readable fonts and contrasts
Avoiding captions on videos
Using color alone to convey meaning
If you discover a phishing email, the recommended action is to:
Click any links to see where they go
Report it to IT/security, delete it, and do not provide credentials
Reply asking for more details
Forward it to all contacts without warning
Which of the following is a productivity benefit of keyboard shortcuts?
They slow you down
They speed up repetitive actions and reduce mouse dependence
They only work on smartphones
They always break files
"Offline-first" capability in tools is beneficial because it:
Prevents syncing completely
Allows you to work without internet and sync changes later
Forces you to use printed copies only
Deletes local copies after editing
When learning a new digital tool, the fastest way to become competent is to:
Avoid reading help or tutorials entirely
Practice actively with guided tutorials and small real tasks
Use it for years without any practice
Guess randomly until it works
Which statement about metadata is correct?
Metadata is useless extra data
Metadata describes and helps find and manage digital assets
Metadata only applies to printed books
Metadata must always be encrypted
A good habit for digital housekeeping is to:
Never empty your trash or archive old files
Periodically archive old projects and clean unnecessary files
Reinstall your OS monthly without backups
Keep duplicate files with slightly different names forever
The video emphasizes that a resilient digital toolkit includes:
Only one device and no backups
A reliable set of tools, security measures, and regular learning/updating of skills
No collaboration tools at all
A single proprietary platform for everything without interoperability
According to the guide, office productivity tools help users to:
Create only images
Create, manage, and share documents, spreadsheets, and presentations efficiently.
Replace teachers in classrooms
Avoid using computers entirely
Which three Microsoft Office applications are highlighted in the “Modern Classroom Edition” guide?
Word, Paint, Notepad
Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Excel, Access, Publisher only
PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote
To create a new document in Microsoft Word, the guide instructs to:
Open Word → 'Blank Document' → Type your text
Double-click a PDF
Open Notepad and paste text
Use Excel to write paragraphs
Which Word tab is primarily used for basic text formatting according to the guide?
Insert
View
Home
Review
35. The steps to insert a table in Word (per the guide) include:
Click on the 'Insert' tab, then select 'Table' and choose the desired number of rows and columns.
Go to the 'Home' tab and select 'Picture'.
Open the 'Review' tab and click on 'Spelling & Grammar'.
Select the 'Design' tab and choose 'SmartArt'.
To insert a new table in Word, which menu path is correct?
View → Table
Insert → Table → Choose table size
Home → New Table
File → New → Table
To insert an image into a Word document, the guide recommends:
Insert → Pictures → Select image file → Resize/format as needed
Drag a folder icon into Word
Write the image path as text
Use Excel to store images only
Excel is primarily described in the guide as a tool for:
Emailing contacts
Organizing data, performing calculations, and creating charts
Designing websites
Editing video
The first step to create a simple spreadsheet in Excel is to:
Open Excel → 'Blank Workbook'
Open Word → Insert Spreadsheet
Create a new PowerPoint slide
Open Notepad and type numbers
In Excel, which feature is suggested to use for quickly totaling a column?
AutoFormat
AutoSum
Spell Check
Flash Fill
When creating a chart in Excel, the guide's first step is to:
Print the data first
Highlight your data
Close Excel and reopen PowerPoint
Type the chart manually in Word
Which step is NOT part of the basic chart creation process described?
Select data → Insert → Choose chart type
Customize design and layout
Add chart title and labels
Save as an .exe file
PowerPoint is primarily used for:
Writing spreadsheets
Designing slides for lessons, reports, and presentations
Email management
Video editing only
To start a blank presentation, the guide instructs you to:
Open PowerPoint → 'Blank Presentation'
Open Excel and switch view
Create a Word document and save as .pptx
Use an online whiteboard only
Under PowerPoint’s design process, choosing a theme is done via which tab?
Transitions
Design
Animations
Review
To add transitions between slides, the guide says you should:
Select slide → Transitions → Pick a style
Insert → Table → Transitions
Design → Apply Transition Template
File → Options → Transitions
To animate a specific object on a slide, you should:
Select object → Animations → Choose an effect
Right-click on the slide background only
Use Word’s animation feature instead
Insert a new slide each time
The guide’s summary suggests mastering office productivity leads to:
Increased confusion about tasks
Easier, more organized work and improved confidence/skill
Elimination of all schoolwork
Replacing humans with robots
Which is listed as a common task in Word?
Creating animations only
Formatting text, inserting tables and images, and using templates
Building websites exclusively
When formatting Excel data, the guide suggests using:
Bold or borders to improve readability
Handwritten notes instead
A scanner to convert data to images only
Decorative fonts for numeric data only
Which step is recommended after inserting a chart to make it clearer?
Remove labels and titles
Add chart title and labels and customize design/layout
Convert it into plain text
Hide the legend always
Which of the following is a feature explicitly noted for PowerPoint?
Slide templates, transitions, and embedded media
Automatic spreadsheet generation
Email encryption
PDF editing only
Which of the following is not a step included for creating a Word document in the guide?
Open Microsoft Word
Click 'Blank Document'
Use the 'Home' tab to format
Use Excel's chart wizard in place of text formatting
What does the guide recommend you do after inserting an image into Word?
Resize and format as needed
Leave it at the original huge size always
Convert it to a spreadsheet
Remove alternative text for accessibility
The guide mentions one common use of Excel as:
Writing long essays
Budget tracking and data analysis
When designing slides, adding which two elements helps to engage the audience?
Transitions and animations
Random blank slides and long paragraphs
Hidden slides only
Encrypted fonts
The “Insert” tab in Word is used for:
Changing the software license
Inserting tables, pictures and other non-text elements
Performing grammar checks only
Starting Excel from Word
In Excel chart creation, after choosing the chart type, the guide suggests you should:
Print immediately without reviewing
Customize design and layout, then add titles/labels
Hide all axis labels
Change file extension to .jpg only
The guide’s slide list indicates which slide number covers “Creating a Simple Spreadsheet”?
Slide 2
Slide 7
Slide 11
Slide 1
The Office Productivity guide is best described as:
A deep programming textbook
A step-by-step introductory guide to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for classroom use
A cookbook
A travel brochure
