Theory question 103
Graphics PackagesPaper 2, Essay questions
(a) Name two computer professionals that use CorelDraw in the performance of their duties. (b) (i) List three tools in the CorelDraw tool box. (ii) Give one function of each tool listed in 3(b)(i). (c) State two uses of CorelDraw as an application software.
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(a) Any two: graphic designer; web designer; desktop publisher; artist/illustrator; animator.
(b)(i) and (ii) Any three, each with its function: Pick tool – selects, moves and resizes objects; Shape tool – edits the shape of an object by moving its nodes; Zoom tool – enlarges or reduces the view; Rectangle tool – draws rectangles and squares; Ellipse tool – draws ellipses and circles; Text tool – types text; Freehand tool – draws lines and curves; Fill tool – colours objects; Crop tool – removes unwanted parts.
(c) Any two: designing logos; making posters, flyers and banners; designing greeting and business cards; magazine and book covers; editing drawings.
Pair each tool with what it does.