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Exercises
Exercise 1--------------------------------------------------------------------
Student Name has been accepted to Ivy University and would like information on clubs and organizations at Ivy University.
a) In a new word processor document create the following letter, allowing Word to wrap the text:
September 2, 1998
Ms. Marcia Paloma
Dean of Students
Ivy University -
Big Pine Lane
Sunport, FL 33568
Dear Ms. Paloma:
I urn excited about attending Ivy university in the spring. At my previous school I was a member of the debate team, computer club, and student government. I would like to be involved in activities at Ivy University also. Please send information about the clubs and organizations to me at (his address:
Student Name
44 Simple Lane
Plain City. USA 10101
Thank you very much.
Sincerely,
Student Name
Be sure there are five blank lines below the date and three blank lines below the closing Sincerely.
b) Check the document on screen for errors and misspellings and make any corrections.
c) Save the document naming it College Info Request and print a copy.
d) Make the following changes so the letter contains your personal information:
• Change the college name and address to a college you would like to attend. Be sure to change each occurrence of the college name throughout the letter.
· ,..Change the activjties that are listed to activities you have participated in.
• Change the word information to details in the fourth sentence.
• Change the name and address near the end of the letter to your name and address. Be sure to also change the name in the closing.
e) Save the modified College Info Request and save a copy.
Exercise 2---------------------------------------------------------------------
You have been asked to write a thank you letter to Mrs. Kristine LeBon for her donation.
a) In a new word processor document create the following letter, allowing Word to wrap the text:
January21, 1999
Mrs. Kristine LeBon
17 North Main St.
Reedsburg, GA 04459
Dear Kristine:
I am writing to thank you for ~our very generous donation to Ivy University’s Sarah Bernstein Memorial Library. We are always appreciative of donations, both monetary and otherwise.
As you am well aware. our library has needed new carpeting for several years now. The old rugs were in ugly avocado color. The new carpeting not only looks beautiful, but will also help keep the environmental conditions good for books.
Thanks again from the gang at the Sarah Bernstein Memorial Library.
Sincerely,
Chris Worker
Library Assistant -
Be sure there are five blank lines below the date and three blank lines below the closing Sincerely.
b) Check the document on screen for errors and misspellings and make any corrections.
c) Save the letter naming it Thank You,
d) Make the following changes:
• Delete the word very in the first sentence of the first paragraph.
• Delete the sentence The old rugs were an ugly avocado color, in the second paragraph.
• Change good for books to favorable for printed materials in the second paragraph.
• Change the gang to all of us
• Replace Chris Worker with your name.
• Add the following sentence to the end of the first paragraph: Your donation was truly a welcome surprise.
e) Save the modified ThankYou
Exercise 3------------------------------------------------------------------
Your local newspaper has an opening for an entertainment critic. In a new word processor document create a half-page review of the last movie, concert, play, art show, or similar event that you attended, Check the document on screen for errors and misspellings and make any corrections. Save the document naming it Entertainment Review.
Exercise 4-------------------------------------------------------------------
In a new word processor document create a list of things you want to do this weekend. In-elude the title “Things To Do” at the top of the page. Make sure there is a blank line separating the title from the list. Check the document on screen for errors and misspellings and make any corrections. Save the document naming it Things To Do.
Exercise 5-------------------------------------------------------------------
You are enrolled in an independent study of the geologic eras of the earth and your instructor wants a schedule of topics and due dates for your research papers.
a) In a new word processor document create the following memorandum, substituting your name for Student Name and allowing Word to wrap the text:
MEMORANDUM
TO: Dr. Janet Sung, Geology Department
FROM: Student Name
DATE: January 14. 1999
SUBJECT: Geologic eras topics and due dales
The following schedule outlines the research paper topics and due dates for my independent study on the geologic eras of the earth:
Topic Due Date
Precambrian 1/29
Paleozoic 2/12
Mesozoic 2/26
Cenozoic 3/12
One week before each due date I will submit an outline containing a specific topic and a list of sources for each paper.
b) Check the document on screen for errors and misspellings and make any corrections.
c) Save the document naming it Geologic Eras .
Exercise 6-------------------------------------------------------------------------
In a new word processor document create. one-page biography summarizing the life of a person you admire. Include at least two references to-outside sources (Chapter Five will show you how to insert footnotes). Check the document on screen for errors and misspellings and make any corrections. Save the document naming it Biography .
Exercise 7-------------------------------------------------------------------------
Dr. Ellie Peterson and Dr. Jeremy Prow are studying coral reefs off the coast of Florida. They have used the word processor to create a funding proposal for their coral research.
a) Open PROPOSAL and make the following changes:
• Edit the heading so it reads A PROPOSAL FOR CORAL RESEARCH.
• Change the word basic to complete in the first sentence of the first paragraph under the Summary subheading.
• Change the word partial to total in the last sentence of the same paragraph.
• Delete the phrase state of the art in the first sentence of the second paragraph under the Purpose and Description subheading.
b) Check the document on screen for errors and misspellings and make any corrections.
c) Save the modified PROPOSAL.
Exercise 8-----------------------------------------------------------------------
A word processor can be used as a journal. In a new word processor document create a journal entry describing what you did last week. Add your plans for the upcoming weekend. Check the document on screen for errors and misspellings and make any corrections. Save the document naming it Journal.
Exercise 9----------------------------------------------------------------------
You have opened specialty retail store. Your store could be a jewelry store, clothing store, sporting goods store, or anything else you wish.
a) In a new word processor document create a flyer that will be sent to prospective customers announcing your grand opening. Be sure to include the name, address, and phone number of your store, as well as a list of some of the special items you will be selling. Also include the date and time of the grand opening.
b) Check the document on screen for errors and misspellings and make any corrections,
c) Save the document naming it Grand Opening.
d) Your promotions manager suggested having a special sale at the grand opening. At the very top of the flyer add the headline 20% OFF Everything Save the modified Grand Opening..
Exercise 10-------------------------------------------------------------------------
In a new word processor document create a two or three paragraph essay on “What I will be doing 10 years from now.” Check the document on screen for errors and misspellings and make any corrections. Save the document naming it Ten Years .
Exercise 11------------------------------------------------------------------------
In a new word processor document create an advertisement for art upcoming dance or other special event. Be sure to include the date, time, location of the event, and cost (if any). Check the document on screen for errors and misspellings and make any corrections, Save the document naming it Advertisement.
Exercise 12------------------------------------------------------------------------
The sports editor for your school newspaper would like you to write an essay on karate.
a) In a new word processor document create the following essay, allowing Word to
wrap the text:
Karate has become very popular among people of all ages. Karate is a form of martial arts that often improves overall physical and mental health. Learning self defense is one of’ the main reasons people study karate. It may also improve a person’s self’-esteem and teaches physical and mental discipline. Students often find that it helps them stay focused, and as a result improves their grades.
A typical karate class has four parts, Class begins with stretching and calisthenics. This is important because each person needs to be flexible and have stamina when doing karate. Next, drills on fundamental karate skills are performed. These drills are followed by performing a kata, which is a choreographed floor exercise. Classes are concluded with free sparring.
b) Check the document on screen for errors and misspellings and make any corrections,
c) Save the document naming it Karate. -
d) Make the following changes:
• Delete the word overall in the second sentence of the first paragraph.
• Change the word performed to conducted in the fourth sentence of the second paragraph.
• Add the sentence Karate can not only improve your physical and mental health but it is also fun to do, at the end of the second paragraph.
e) Save the modified Karate.
Exercise 13------------------------------------------------------------------------
You have been asked to write an article for a newsletter about an environmental issue.
a) In a new word processor document create the following article, allowing Word to wrap the text:
Lawn Sprinklers
We all know that fresh water is essential to our survival. Fresh water is needed to cook our meals to drink, and to bathe. Many people do not realize that fresh water is a natural resource that needs to he used wisely. Although most of the earth is covered in water, only a very small percentage of that water is fresh water suitable for consumption.
One way you can help to conserve fresh water is to use lawn sprinklers efficiently. Lawn sprinklers should be set to run only during early morning and late evening hours when the sun is not hot, Running sprinklers in the middle of the day leads to much of the water evaporating and not being absorbed into the ground. Also, when natures sprinklers (rain) are on, make sure your sprinklers are not.
It each of us does a little, we can do a lot to conserve our fresh water supply.
b) Check the document on screen for errors and misspellings and make any corrections.
c) Save the document naming it Water Conservation.
Exercise 14-----------------------------------------------------------------------
Ivy University has asked you for a letter of recommendation. You have decided to ask your former employer for the recommendation.
a) In a new word processor document create the following letter, allowing Word to wrap the text:
January 15, 1999
To whom it may concern:
I highly recommend accepting Student Name into Ivy University.
Student Name has worked at Dr. Levine’s dentist office for the past two years. During this time I was responsible for his/her training and performance evaluations. Throughout his/her training he/she was able to pick up new skills quickly and I was happy to give him/her an outstanding evaluation every time.
I have been able to observe many of Student Names strengths. For instance, he/she always came to work with an eagerness to learn new information to help him/her perform the job requirements better, He/she demonstrated his/her initiative by reorganizing our filing system. Student Names computer skills were also demonstrated with his/her quickness in learning the dental software our computers used.
Student Name has been an asset to our company. He/she has always shown a desire to further his/her education and I feel confident that he/she can do extremely well at Ivy University.
Sincerely,
Rita Barbieri
Office Manager
Be sure there are five blank lines below the date and three blank lines below the closing Sincerely.
b) Check the document on screen for errors and misspellings and make any corrections.
c) Save the document naming it Recommendation.
d) Make the following changes:
• Change the date to reflect the current date.
• Change the name Student Name throughout the letter to your name.
• Change the male/female pronouns appropriately to reflect you.
• Change the college name in the first and last paragraph to a college you would like to attend.
e) Save the modified Recommendation.