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Friday, August 28, 2026

Chapter 5: Charts in Excel St Jude's High School class -8

Created by Bijan Krishna Paul

Chapter 5: Charts in Excel

Section A: Multiple Choice Questions (30 Marks)

1. What is the category axis (horizontal axis) in a standard chart called?

A) X-axis
B) Y-axis
C) Z-axis
D) Value axis

2. What is the value axis (vertical axis) in a standard chart called?

A) X-axis
B) Y-axis
C) Category axis
D) Legend axis

3. The key that identifies colors, patterns, or symbols assigned to data series in a chart is called:

A) Plot area
B) Legend
C) Data label
D) Gridlines

4. Which chart type displays data in the form of vertical bars?

A) Bar Chart
B) Column Chart
C) Pie Chart
D) Line Chart

5. Which chart type displays data in the form of horizontal bars?

A) Column Chart
B) Bar Chart
C) Area Chart
D) Radar Chart

6. Which chart type is best suited to show proportions or percentage shares of a single data series as slices of a circle?

A) Pie Chart
B) Line Chart
C) Bar Chart
D) Scatter Chart

7. Which chart type uses lines connecting data points to show trends over continuous time intervals?

A) Line Chart
B) Bar Chart
C) Stock Chart
D) Radar Chart

8. Which chart type looks similar to a spider web and plots values relative to a central point?

A) Bar Chart
B) Radar Chart
C) Stock Chart
D) Surface Chart

9. Which chart type plots data points combining X and Y values into single coordinate data points?

A) XY (Scatter) Chart
B) Pie Chart
C) Bar Chart
D) Area Chart

10. The area bounded by the X and Y axes where the actual chart data is plotted is called the:

A) Chart Area
B) Plot Area
C) Legend Area
D) Data Table

11. The entire area containing the chart along with all its components (title, axes, legend, plot area) is the:

A) Chart Area
B) Plot Area
C) Gridline Area
D) Category Area

12. Horizontal or vertical lines extending across the plot area to make reading values easier are called:

A) Data Labels
B) Gridlines
C) Tick Marks
D) Axis Titles

13. Which chart component provides additional information or exact numeric values directly on individual data markers?

A) Data Labels
B) Chart Title
C) Legend
D) Axis Title

14. A set of related data values plotted together in a chart (e.g., test scores of a class) is known as a:

A) Data Series
B) Chart Title
C) Gridline
D) Plot Frame

15. Which tab on the Ribbon opens when a chart is selected to modify its layout, style, and elements?

A) Chart Design / Format (Chart Tools)
B) View Tab
C) Page Layout Tab
D) Review Tab

16. Which chart type emphasizes the magnitude of change over time by filling the area below line markers?

A) Area Chart
B) Column Chart
C) Pie Chart
D) Radar Chart

17. Which chart type is specifically designed to illustrate fluctuations in stock prices or market trading volumes?

A) Stock Chart
B) Doughnut Chart
C) Radar Chart
D) Pie Chart

18. A chart placed on the same worksheet alongside the data table is known as an:

A) Embedded Chart
B) Independent Chart Sheet
C) External Chart
D) Abstract Chart

19. What keyboard function key creates an instant embedded chart from selected data in Excel?

A) Alt + F1
B) F2
C) F5
D) Shift + F3

20. What function key creates a chart on a separate Chart Sheet instantly?

A) F11
B) F1
C) F7
D) F4

21. Which chart type resembles a pie chart but contains a hollow center allowing multiple data series visualization?

A) Doughnut Chart
B) Bubble Chart
C) Radar Chart
D) Column Chart

22. Which chart type replaces 2D data points in scatter plots with variable-sized circular bubbles?

A) Bubble Chart
B) Stock Chart
C) Surface Chart
D) Line Chart

23. Descriptive headings placed along axes to clarify what data is being represented are called:

A) Axis Titles
B) Chart Title
C) Plot Frame
D) Legend Box

24. Which group under the Insert Tab contains all chart insertion commands in Excel?

A) Charts Group
B) Tables Group
C) Illustrations Group
D) Text Group

25. What happens to a chart when the numerical values in its source worksheet table are edited?

A) The chart updates automatically to reflect new values
B) The chart gets deleted
C) The chart displays an error message
D) You must manually rebuild the chart

26. Which button on the Chart Elements floating menu toggles numerical data tables directly beneath the chart?

A) Data Table
B) Data Labels
C) Axis Titles
D) Trendline

27. Which chart type plots data like a topographic map on a 3D surface model?

A) Surface Chart
B) Area Chart
C) Bar Chart
D) Column Chart

28. To move a selected chart to a different position on a worksheet, you drag its:

A) Chart Border / Chart Area
B) Individual Data Point
C) Gridline
D) Axis Label

29. What main title identifies the overall subject and purpose of a chart at the top?

A) Chart Title
B) Legend Title
C) Category Title
D) Value Label

30. The primary advantage of presenting data through charts rather than tables is that charts:

A) Make comparisons and trend analysis faster and easier visually
B) Take less memory storage
C) Hide incorrect data values
D) Remove the need for numbers

Section B: Assertion & Reason Questions (30 Marks)

Directions: Choose the correct option:

  • A: Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is the correct explanation.
  • B: Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is NOT the correct explanation.
  • C: Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
  • D: Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.

31. Assertion (A): Charts make it easier to draw comparisons and analyze growth trends visually.
Reason (R): Graphical representations highlight relationships and patterns faster than dense numerical tables.

32. Assertion (A): A pie chart can comfortably display multiple data series with dozens of rows simultaneously.
Reason (R): Pie charts are restricted to visualizing proportions within a single data series.

33. Assertion (A): The Y-axis of a column chart is also known as the category axis.
Reason (R): The Y-axis displays numerical values used to measure bar heights, making it the value axis.

34. Assertion (A): Legends identify data series using specific colors, patterns, or symbols.
Reason (R): Legends assist viewers in identifying which color corresponds to which category or data set.

35. Assertion (A): Line charts are ideal for displaying continuous changes in data over time.
Reason (R): Line plots connect individual data points with line segments to highlight trends.

36. Assertion (A): Updating cell values in a worksheet permanently breaks connected charts.
Reason (R): Excel charts maintain dynamic links to source worksheet cells and update automatically.

37. Assertion (A): Bar charts present data using horizontal bars.
Reason (R): Column charts present data using vertical bars.

38. Assertion (A): An embedded chart appears on the same worksheet alongside source numbers.
Reason (R): Embedded charts enable viewing data tables and visual graphics together on one page.

39. Assertion (A): Gridlines extend across the plot area to make value estimation accurate.
Reason (R): Gridlines align plotted data markers visually with values printed on the Y-axis.

40. Assertion (A): Scatter charts connect data points using thick filled bars.
Reason (R): Scatter (XY) charts plot numeric coordinate pairs along horizontal and vertical axes.

41. Assertion (A): Doughnut charts can plot multiple data series in concentric rings.
Reason (R): Unlike pie charts, doughnut charts feature a open middle ring enabling multi-series display.

42. Assertion (A): Pressing `F11` inserts an embedded chart into the current active sheet.
Reason (R): `F11` creates a new dedicated Chart Sheet, whereas `Alt + F1` creates an embedded chart.

43. Assertion (A): Radar charts display changes in values relative to a center point.
Reason (R): Radar charts plot individual axes for each category radiating outwards from the origin.

44. Assertion (A): Chart Title provides an overall description of what the chart represents.
Reason (R): Chart Titles are placed prominently at the top of the chart frame.

45. Assertion (A): Data Labels show the exact numerical value of data points directly on the chart.
Reason (R): Data Labels remove ambiguity by displaying precise numbers on bars or pie slices.

46. Assertion (A): Plot Area encompasses the entire chart container including legends and title.
Reason (R): Plot Area strictly refers to the bounded region containing plotted graphics and axes.

47. Assertion (A): Stock charts require specific sets of data like High, Low, and Close values.
Reason (R): Stock market tracking relies on plotting fluctuating opening, closing, and extreme prices.

48. Assertion (A): Area charts fill the space beneath line series with solid colors or patterns.
Reason (R): Filling area under curves visually emphasizes the overall volume or magnitude of change.

49. Assertion (A): You cannot change the chart type once a chart is generated in Excel.
Reason (R): The 'Change Chart Type' command on the Design tab allows switching between chart styles instantly.

50. Assertion (A): Bubble charts add a third dimension of data represented by bubble size.
Reason (R): X position, Y position, and bubble diameter map three variables simultaneously.

51. Assertion (A): Axis Titles help readers understand what measurements or categories are plotted on axes.
Reason (R): Labeling axes as 'Months' or 'Sales in USD' provides essential units of context.

52. Assertion (A): Resizing handles on a chart border allow changing its height and width.
Reason (R): Dragging corner handles scales the overall chart proportionately.

53. Assertion (A): Selecting data is an optional step prior to inserting a chart in Excel.
Reason (R): Excel requires selected cell ranges to populate data series and axis labels in a chart.

54. Assertion (A): Chart Styles gallery allows switching color schemes and visual designs quickly.
Reason (R): Pre-formatted chart styles combine colors, shadows, and layouts for professional aesthetics.

55. Assertion (A): Legend position cannot be changed and stays locked at the right side of a chart.
Reason (R): Excel allows placing legends at top, bottom, left, right, or overlaying the plot area.

56. Assertion (A): Surface charts display continuous optimum combinations between two sets of data.
Reason (R): Colors and patterns indicate areas that share the same range of values like topographic maps.

57. Assertion (A): 3D Column charts add a depth visual effect to vertical bars.
Reason (R): 3D effects improve readability when analyzing complex multi-layered data arrays.

58. Assertion (A): Deleting a chart permanently removes its source numbers from the worksheet.
Reason (R): Charts are visual drawing objects linked to worksheet data without containing original cells.

59. Assertion (A): The 'Switch Row/Column' button swaps data plotted on X-axis and Y-axis.
Reason (R): Swapping rows and columns alters the chart perspective without altering source table layout.

60. Assertion (A): Charts assist decision makers in evaluating trends efficiently.
Reason (R): Graphical representation converts abstract numbers into clear visual insights.

Section C: Visual & Scenario Based Questions (10 Marks)

61. Identify the Chart Component Visual:
Horizontal Axis ➔ [ Apple | Banana | Mango | Orange ]
What is this axis titled in standard Excel charts?

A) Category Axis (X-axis)
B) Value Axis (Y-axis)
C) Legend Box
D) Data Label

62. Scenario Visual: Mohit wants to compare monthly fruit sales data visual provided by his store manager. Which chart type is best suited to compare sales volumes visually side-by-side?

A) Column / Bar Chart
B) Pie Chart
C) Radar Chart
D) Stock Chart

63. Identify the Pie Chart Proportions Visual:
Circle Slices ➔ [ Math: 40% | Science: 30% | English: 30% ]
What does a single slice in a pie chart represent?

A) A proportional part of the single data series total
B) The Y-axis length
C) An entire worksheet table
D) A macro code block

64. Scenario Visual: Rashmi wants to track how test scores changed across 5 consecutive monthly tests. Which chart visually tracks trends best?

A) Line Chart
B) Pie Chart
C) Radar Chart
D) Doughnut Chart

65. Identify the Spider-Web Chart Layout Visual:
Axes radiating from center ➔ [ Speed | Power | Accuracy | Stamina ]
What is this specific web-like chart type called?

A) Radar Chart
B) Surface Chart
C) Bubble Chart
D) Scatter Chart

66. Observe the Legend Box Visual:
[ Blue Square: Term 1 Marks ] | [ Red Square: Term 2 Marks ]
Where is this color-matching key located in a chart?

A) Legend
B) Chart Title
C) Plot Frame
D) Data Point Label

67. Scenario Visual: An analyst wants to display XY data points showing student study hours vs exam percentage scores. Which chart is appropriate?

A) Scatter (XY) Chart
B) Pie Chart
C) Doughnut Chart
D) Stock Chart

68. Identify the Chart Element Addition (+ Menu) Visual:
Checking the box for Data Labels in Excel chart elements does what?

A) Displays numerical values on top of data bars/points
B) Hides the entire chart
C) Changes background fill to black
D) Renames the worksheet

69. Look at the Doughnut vs Pie Chart visual distinction:
Which feature allows a Doughnut Chart to plot two sets of yearly sales figures that a Pie Chart cannot?

A) Multiple concentric ring series
B) Vertical bar columns
C) Connecting trendlines
D) 3D Surface depth

70. Identify the Instant Chart Shortcut Visual:
Selecting table `A1:B5` and pressing `Alt + F1` creates what object on the worksheet?

A) An embedded default Column Chart
B) A new worksheet
C) A printed report
D) A pivot table filter
Created by Bijan Krishna Paul

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