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Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing: User's Guide

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<strong>Mavis</strong> <strong>Beacon</strong> <strong>Teaches</strong><strong>Typing</strong> 12<br />

Power Block animation<br />

• The current speed of the user (WPM) is displayed.<br />

• The user’s current score is displayed. The method for calculating the score is described<br />

below.<br />

• The box at right displays a preview of the shape and color that will appear next.<br />

• The current level is displayed.<br />

• There are four main controls in this game: right, left, rotate, and drop. Each has a large<br />

arrow on the screen. Next to the arrow is a word you must type each time you want to<br />

activate that control.<br />

• Select the Pause button to pause the game.<br />

Pausing a Game<br />

When you pause any game, a general pop-up window appears. Select the Start Over button to<br />

restart the activity. Select the End Game button to go to the Main menu.<br />

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