Assignments Of Class 5 - Using Shapes and SmartArt

Rashmi Mishra

 

Assignments Of Class 5  

Using Shapes and SmartArt

Assignment 1: 

Creating a Simple Diagram Using Shapes

Task:
Create a visual diagram representing the "Stages of Product Development" using shapes. The stages are:

1.    Idea Generation

2.    Research and Development

3.    Prototype Creation

4.    Market Testing

5.    Product Launch

Instructions:

  • Use rectangles to represent each stage.
  • Connect the stages with arrows to show progression.
  • Label each rectangle with the corresponding stage name.


Assignment 2: 

Visualizing a Simple Process with SmartArt

Task:
Create a "Simple Workflow Process" using SmartArt to represent the following steps:

1.    Submit Proposal

2.    Approval Process

3.    Develop Solution

4.    Final Review

Instructions:

  • Use SmartArt to visualize this process.
  • Customize the SmartArt with colors and effects to make it visually appealing.

Assignment 3: 

Organizational Chart Using SmartArt

Task:
Create an Organizational Chart for a small business. The structure is as follows:

  • CEO
    • Sales Manager
    • Marketing Manager
    • Operations Manager
      • Logistics Supervisor
      • Production Supervisor

Instructions:

  • Use SmartArt’s hierarchy option to create the organizational chart.
  • Add text for each position.
  • Customize the chart with appropriate colors and formatting.

Assignment 4: 

Layering and Aligning Shapes

Task:
Create a Venn Diagram using circles to represent the following overlapping categories:

1.    Finance

2.    Marketing

3.    Operations

Instructions:

  • Use three overlapping circles to represent each category.
  • Align and layer the circles properly.
  • Add text inside each circle and in the overlapping areas to label the intersections.


Assignment 5: 

Creating a Cycle Diagram with SmartArt

Task:
Use SmartArt to create a Cycle Diagram that represents the Water Cycle with the following stages:

1.    Evaporation

2.    Condensation

3.    Precipitation

4.    Collection

Instructions:

  • Use SmartArt’s cycle option to represent the water cycle.
  • Add the correct labels for each stage.
  • Customize the colors and styles to improve the presentation.


 SOLUTIONS 

Assignment 1: 

Creating a Simple Diagram Using Shapes

Task:
Create a visual diagram representing the "Stages of Product Development" using shapes. The stages are:

1.    Idea Generation

2.    Research and Development

3.    Prototype Creation

4.    Market Testing

5.    Product Launch

Instructions:

  • Use rectangles to represent each stage.
  • Connect the stages with arrows to show progression.
  • Label each rectangle with the corresponding stage name.

Solution:

1.    Insert Shapes:

o    Go to "Insert" → "Shapes" → Select rectangles and arrows.

o    Insert 5 rectangles and 4 arrows to show the flow.

2.    Add Text:

o    Click inside each rectangle to add text for each stage: "Idea Generation," "Research and Development," etc.

3.    Align and Group:

o    Align the shapes in a horizontal sequence.

o    Group the rectangles and arrows together for easier positioning.

4.    Customize Appearance:

o    Use different colors for each stage by selecting the shape and using "Shape Fill."

o    Apply shadow or 3D effects using "Shape Effects" for a more professional look.


Assignment 2: 

Visualizing a Simple Process with SmartArt

Task:
Create a "Simple Workflow Process" using SmartArt to represent the following steps:

1.    Submit Proposal

2.    Approval Process

3.    Develop Solution

4.    Final Review

Instructions:

  • Use SmartArt to visualize this process.
  • Customize the SmartArt with colors and effects to make it visually appealing.

Solution:

1.    Insert SmartArt:

o    Go to "Insert" → "SmartArt" → Select the Process category.

o    Choose the "Basic Process" layout.

2.    Enter Text:

o    Click inside each shape and enter the steps: "Submit Proposal," "Approval Process," "Develop Solution," "Final Review."

3.    Change Colors:

o    Under "SmartArt Tools" → "Design" → Choose "Change Colors."

o    Select a color scheme that is easy to read and visually appealing.

4.    Apply Effects:

o    Use "SmartArt Styles" to add effects like shadows or 3D effects.


Assignment 3: 

Organizational Chart Using SmartArt

Task:
Create an Organizational Chart for a small business. The structure is as follows:

  • CEO
    • Sales Manager
    • Marketing Manager
    • Operations Manager
      • Logistics Supervisor
      • Production Supervisor

Instructions:

  • Use SmartArt’s hierarchy option to create the organizational chart.
  • Add text for each position.
  • Customize the chart with appropriate colors and formatting.

Solution:

1.    Insert SmartArt:

o    Go to "Insert" → "SmartArt" → Select the Hierarchy category.

o    Choose "Organization Chart."

2.    Enter Text:

o    Start by entering "CEO" at the top.

o    Add "Sales Manager," "Marketing Manager," and "Operations Manager" below the CEO.

o    Under "Operations Manager," add "Logistics Supervisor" and "Production Supervisor."

3.    Customize the Chart:

o    Change colors using "Change Colors" under the "SmartArt Tools" → "Design" tab.

o    Apply a 3D style using "SmartArt Styles" to make the chart visually appealing.


Assignment 4: 

Layering and Aligning Shapes

Task:
Create a Venn Diagram using circles to represent the following overlapping categories:

1.    Finance

2.    Marketing

3.    Operations

Instructions:

  • Use three overlapping circles to represent each category.
  • Align and layer the circles properly.
  • Add text inside each circle and in the overlapping areas to label the intersections.

Solution:

1.    Insert Shapes:

o    Go to "Insert" → "Shapes" → Select the circle shape.

o    Draw three circles that overlap each other.

2.    Align the Circles:

o    Select the circles, go to the "Format" tab, and use the "Align" options to align them properly.

3.    Layer the Circles:

o    Right-click on the circles and use the "Send Backward" or "Bring Forward" options to ensure proper layering.

4.    Add Text:

o    Insert text inside each circle for "Finance," "Marketing," and "Operations."

o    Add text in the overlapping areas, such as "Finance & Marketing" or "Operations & Finance."


Assignment 5: 

Creating a Cycle Diagram with SmartArt

Task:
Use SmartArt to create a Cycle Diagram that represents the Water Cycle with the following stages:

1.    Evaporation

2.    Condensation

3.    Precipitation

4.    Collection

Instructions:

  • Use SmartArt’s cycle option to represent the water cycle.
  • Add the correct labels for each stage.
  • Customize the colors and styles to improve the presentation.

Solution:

1.    Insert SmartArt:

o    Go to "Insert" → "SmartArt" → Select the Cycle category.

o    Choose the "Basic Cycle" layout.

2.    Enter Text:

o    Label each step: "Evaporation," "Condensation," "Precipitation," and "Collection."

3.    Customize the Cycle:

o    Change the colors of the cycle elements by selecting a color scheme.

o    Use "SmartArt Styles" to apply a professional style, such as 3D or shadow effects.