Examinations are formal assessments designed to evaluate a student’s understanding,
knowledge, and proficiency in a particular subject area. They are commonly used in
academic settings to gauge how well students have grasped the material taught during a
course or program. Examinations can take various formats, including written tests, practical
assessments, and oral exams, depending on the nature of the subject. In schools and
universities, exams often serve as critical milestones, influencing a student’s grades,
progression, and sometimes their future opportunities. They provide a structured way to
measure learning outcomes and ensure that students meet the required standards of
knowledge and skills.
Apart from academic evaluations, exams are also essential in professional certifications,
where they help validate a candidate's qualifications in fields like medicine, engineering, and
IT. These exams test specific competencies and often include practical elements, ensuring
that candidates possess the skills necessary for real-world applications. While examinations
are an effective tool for assessing performance, they also come with challenges, such as stress
and anxiety for students. Over time, educational institutions have been adapting their
examination processes to include a mix of assessment methods, like continuous assessments
and project-based evaluations, to create a more balanced and comprehensive approach to
learning and evaluation.
Word Processing Practical Questions
Document Formatting and Layout
1. Text Formatting
o Open a new document and type the two paragraphs provided about
examinations.
o Apply the following formatting to the text:
Make the title "Examinations" bold, italic, and set it to font size 16,
centered.
Set the main text to Times New Roman, font size 12.
Make the first sentence of each paragraph bold.
Apply Justify alignment to both paragraphs.
2. Paragraph and Line Spacing
o Adjust the line spacing of both paragraphs to 1.5.
o Add a 12-point space after each paragraph.
o Indent the first line of each paragraph by 0.5 inches.
3. Page Setup
o Set the page margins to 1 inch on all sides.
o Insert a header with the text "Word Processing Practical" aligned to the right.
o Add a footer with the page number aligned to the center at the bottom of each
page.
Styles and Document Structure
4. Styles
o Create a new style called “Body Text” with the following attributes:
Font: Times New Roman, Size: 12, Justified, Line Spacing: 1.5
o Apply this style to the body paragraphs.
5. Table of Contents
o At the beginning of the document, insert a title page with the title
"Examinations in Education" and your name below it.
o On the following page, insert an automatic Table of Contents using the default
style.
Editing and Proofing
6. Spelling and Grammar Check
o Run a spelling and grammar check on the document, correcting any errors
found.
o Use the Thesaurus tool to replace the word "effective" in the second
paragraph with an appropriate synonym.
7. Find and Replace
o Use the Find and Replace feature to replace every instance of the word
"student" with "learner."
o Replace every instance of "exam" with "assessment."
Graphics and Tables
8. Insert an Image
o Find and insert an image related to education or exams, resizing it to 2x2
inches.
o Wrap the text around the image and place it to the right of the first paragraph.
9. Create a Table
o Insert a table at the end of the document with two columns and three rows.
o Label the first row "Type of Exam" and "Description."
o Fill in the table with descriptions of three types of exams (e.g., Written,
Practical, Oral).
Final Document Review
13. Save and Export
o Save the document as "Exam_Practical.docx."
o Export a PDF version of the document, ensuring all formatting is retained.
