[ { "question": "How many keys does a standard full-size keyboard have?", "options": [ {"text": "104 keys", "correct": true, "explanation": "Full-size keyboards have 104 keys (105 in ISO layout)."}, {"text": "87 keys", "explanation": "87 keys is the standard TKL (TenKeyLess) count."}, {"text": "100 keys", "explanation": "100 is sometimes used for marketing but the standard is 104."}, {"text": "108 keys", "explanation": "108 is too many for a standard full-size keyboard."} ] }, { "question": "What does 'TKL' stand for in keyboard layouts?", "options": [ {"text": "TenKeyLess (no numpad)", "correct": true, "explanation": "TKL removes the numpad (ten-key section) from a full-size keyboard."}, {"text": "Total Key Layout", "explanation": "Not a real term in the keyboard community."}, {"text": "Tactical Key Layout", "explanation": "Not a real term; TKL refers to TenKeyLess."}, {"text": "Triple Key Lock", "explanation": "Not related to keyboard layouts."} ] }, { "question": "A 60% keyboard has approximately how many keys?", "options": [ {"text": "61 keys", "correct": true, "explanation": "60% keyboards typically have 61 keys with no arrows, F-row, or numpad."}, {"text": "68 keys", "explanation": "68 keys is typical for a 65% keyboard."}, {"text": "84 keys", "explanation": "84 keys is typical for a 75% keyboard."}, {"text": "55 keys", "explanation": "55 keys would be smaller than a standard 60%."} ] }, { "question": "Which layout includes arrow keys but no function row (F1-F12)?", "options": [ {"text": "65%", "correct": true, "explanation": "65% keyboards have arrow keys and delete cluster but no function row."}, {"text": "60%", "explanation": "60% keyboards have no arrow keys or function row."}, {"text": "75%", "explanation": "75% keyboards have both arrow keys AND a function row."}, {"text": "TKL", "explanation": "TKL keyboards have both arrow keys and function row."} ] }, { "question": "What is the main advantage of a 75% layout over a 65% layout?", "options": [ {"text": "Dedicated function row (F1-F12)", "correct": true, "explanation": "75% keyboards include a compressed function row while maintaining compact size."}, {"text": "Includes numpad", "explanation": "Neither 75% nor 65% layouts include a numpad."}, {"text": "More RGB lighting", "explanation": "RGB availability isn't determined by layout percentage."}, {"text": "Better for gaming", "explanation": "Gaming performance isn't inherently better on 75% vs 65%."} ] }, { "question": "Approximately how wide is a 60% keyboard compared to full-size?", "options": [ {"text": "~300mm (vs ~440mm full-size)", "correct": true, "explanation": "60% keyboards are significantly more compact at around 300mm wide."}, {"text": "~400mm (same as full-size)", "explanation": "60% keyboards are much more compact than full-size."}, {"text": "~250mm", "explanation": "This would be narrower than most 60% keyboards."}, {"text": "~350mm", "explanation": "This is closer to TKL width, not 60%."} ] }, { "question": "What layout is described: '84 keys, compact, includes F-row and arrows, cramped right side'?", "options": [ {"text": "75%", "correct": true, "explanation": "75% layouts fit F-row and arrows in compact space with cramped right side."}, {"text": "65%", "explanation": "65% layouts don't have a function row."}, {"text": "TKL", "explanation": "TKL has more spacing and isn't as cramped."}, {"text": "60%", "explanation": "60% layouts don't have arrows or F-row."} ] }, { "question": "Which keyboard layout is best for data entry and spreadsheet work?", "options": [ {"text": "Full-size (100%)", "correct": true, "explanation": "Full-size keyboards include a numpad, essential for efficient data entry."}, {"text": "60%", "explanation": "60% keyboards lack a numpad, making data entry slower."}, {"text": "TKL", "explanation": "TKL removes the numpad, not ideal for data entry."}, {"text": "40%", "explanation": "40% keyboards lack numpad and many other keys needed for data entry."} ] }, { "question": "What is the typical width difference between full-size and TKL keyboards?", "options": [ {"text": "~80mm (width of numpad section)", "correct": true, "explanation": "Removing the numpad saves approximately 80mm in width."}, {"text": "~40mm", "explanation": "This is too small; the numpad section is wider."}, {"text": "~120mm", "explanation": "This is too large; TKL isn't that much more compact."}, {"text": "~150mm", "explanation": "This would be removing more than just the numpad."} ] }, { "question": "Which layout requires the most use of layers or function keys for full functionality?", "options": [ {"text": "40%", "correct": true, "explanation": "40% keyboards have 40-48 keys and require extensive layer usage for numbers, symbols, and functions."}, {"text": "Full-size", "explanation": "Full-size keyboards have dedicated keys for everything, no layers needed."}, {"text": "TKL", "explanation": "TKL has most keys dedicated, minimal layer usage needed."}, {"text": "75%", "explanation": "75% has most keys dedicated with minimal layer usage."} ] }, { "question": "What does 'ortholinear' mean in keyboard layouts?", "options": [ {"text": "Keys arranged in straight columns (grid pattern)", "correct": true, "explanation": "Ortholinear keyboards have keys in perfect grid alignment, not staggered."}, {"text": "Split keyboard design", "explanation": "Split layouts can be staggered or ortholinear; they're separate concepts."}, {"text": "Ergonomic layout", "explanation": "While often ergonomic, ortholinear specifically refers to grid alignment."}, {"text": "Programmable layout", "explanation": "Programmability is separate from the physical key arrangement."} ] }, { "question": "A keyboard with 96 keys, compact but includes numpad. What layout?", "options": [ {"text": "96% / 1800 layout", "correct": true, "explanation": "96% keyboards compress full-size functionality into a compact form with numpad."}, {"text": "Full-size", "explanation": "Full-size keyboards are larger and have 104 keys."}, {"text": "75%", "explanation": "75% keyboards don't include a numpad."}, {"text": "TKL", "explanation": "TKL keyboards specifically exclude the numpad."} ] }, { "question": "Which layout is most popular among mechanical keyboard enthusiasts?", "options": [ {"text": "60% or 65%", "correct": true, "explanation": "Compact layouts like 60% and 65% are extremely popular in the enthusiast community."}, {"text": "Full-size", "explanation": "Full-size is common but less popular among enthusiasts who prefer compact layouts."}, {"text": "40%", "explanation": "40% is a niche layout, not the most popular overall."}, {"text": "TKL", "explanation": "TKL is popular but 60%/65% are more common in enthusiast circles."} ] }, { "question": "What is the primary benefit of using a 60% keyboard over a full-size?", "options": [ {"text": "More desk space and better ergonomics (mouse closer)", "correct": true, "explanation": "Compact keyboards bring the mouse closer, reducing shoulder strain and freeing desk space."}, {"text": "Faster typing speed", "explanation": "Layout doesn't directly affect typing speed."}, {"text": "Better for gaming", "explanation": "Gaming performance is similar across layouts."}, {"text": "Cheaper price", "explanation": "Price varies by brand and quality, not just layout size."} ] }, { "question": "What layout adds a function key row but removes everything else from full-size?", "options": [ {"text": "None of these - this describes TKL which keeps nav cluster", "correct": true, "explanation": "There's no common layout that keeps ONLY the F-row while removing nav cluster."}, {"text": "65%", "explanation": "65% doesn't have a function row."}, {"text": "75%", "explanation": "75% keeps arrows and nav keys, not removes everything."}, {"text": "60%", "explanation": "60% doesn't have a function row."} ] } ]