Algorithms and Programming for Year 4 Computing: Interactive Quizzes

Question 1

An algorithm is:

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A set of instructions that a computer follows to solve a problem

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A tool used to write computer programs

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A device that stores data on a computer

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A game that can be played on a computer

Question 2

What is the difference between a compiler and an interpreter?

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A compiler translates the entire program into machine code before executing it, while an interpreter executes the program line by line

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An interpreter translates the entire program into machine code before executing it, while a compiler executes the program line by line

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A compiler executes the program line by line, while an interpreter translates the entire program into machine code before executing it

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There is no difference between a compiler and an interpreter

Question 3

What is the purpose of a debugger in programming?

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To find and fix errors in a program

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To make a program run faster

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To create new programs

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To save and load programs

Question 4

When creating an algorithm, what do you need to do first?

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Define the problem clearly.

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Start writing the code.

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Test the solution.

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Gather information.

Question 5

Which of these is NOT usually taught as a programming language in schools?

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Microsoft Word

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Scratch

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Python

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C#

Question 6

Which of these is NOT a good practice in programming?

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Making your code as complicated as possible.

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Using clear and easy-to-understand variable names.

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Adding comments to your code.

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Testing your program regularly.

Question 7

What is the purpose of a function in programming?

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To group related instructions together.

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To make the program run faster.

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To store data.

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To do calculations.

Question 8

What is the role of an algorithm in programming?

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It provides a step-by-step plan for solving a problem.

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It translates human language into computer language.

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It makes the program run faster.

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It stores data.

Question 9

Why do we use indentation in Python?

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To make code easier to read and understand

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To show where loops begin and end

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To define new variables

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To run code faster

Question 10

Which symbol is used to assign a value to a variable in Python?

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=

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+

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*

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/

Question 11

Which option shows the correct syntax for defining a function in Python?

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def function_name():

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function function_name:

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define function_name:

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create function_name:

Question 12

What's the difference between a parameter and an argument?

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A parameter is part of the function definition, while an argument is passed to the function when it's called

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An argument is part of the function definition, while a parameter is passed to the function when it's called

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A parameter and an argument are the same thing

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There is no difference between a parameter and an argument

Question 13

What are libraries in Python?

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Collections of pre-written code to do specific tasks

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Ways to create new variables

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Loops that run continuously

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Methods to display text on the screen

Question 14

What's the main reason for using libraries in programming?

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To use pre-written code that can perform various tasks

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To create new variables

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To iterate through a set of instructions

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To print text on the screen

Question 15

When creating an algorithm, which step should you **not** do?

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Play a game

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Find the problem

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Write instructions

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Test it

Question 16

What do we use a loop for in programming?

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To repeat instructions

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To end a program

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To store information

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To compare values

Question 17

Which of these is an example of a conditional statement?

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If it's over 20 degrees, open the window.

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Set the name variable to 'John'.

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Show the age variable.

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Create a loop that runs 10 times.

Question 18

What is debugging?

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Finding and fixing errors in a program

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Testing a program to make sure it works

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Writing a new program

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Deleting a program

Question 19

Which of these is an example of a Boolean expression?

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age < 18

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5 is bigger than 10

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The sky is blue

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x = 10

Question 20

What does the 'for' loop do in this Python code?
for i in range(5):
  print(i)

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Prints the numbers from 0 to 4

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Prints the numbers from 1 to 5

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Prints the letters from 'a' to 'e'

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Prints the values of the variable 'i'

Question 21

Which of these things is NOT a step in making an algorithm?

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Writing a program

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Finding the problem

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Thinking of a solution

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Testing the solution

Question 22

What is the reason we use a loop in programming?

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To repeat a set of instructions many times

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To store information

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To make decisions

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To show results

Question 23

Which of these is an example of a variable in programming?

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A name

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A number

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An instruction

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A loop

Question 24

What do we do when we debug a program?

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We find and fix mistakes in the program.

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We design the program.

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We test the program.

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We write the program.

Question 25

Which of these types of data CANNOT be stored in a variable?

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Pictures

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Numbers

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Text

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Lists

Question 26

What do we use a condition in programming for?

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To make decisions based on certain criteria

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To repeat a set of instructions

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To store information

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To show results

Question 27

Which of these is an example of a sequence in programming?

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A set of instructions that are carried out one after the other

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A set of instructions that are carried out randomly

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A set of instructions that are carried out based on a condition

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A set of instructions that are carried out repeatedly

Question 28

What is the difference between a variable and a constant in programming?

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A variable can change its value, while a constant cannot.

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A constant can change its value, while a variable cannot.

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A variable and a constant are the same thing.

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A variable is a type of constant.

Question 29

Why do we use flowcharts?

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To show an algorithm as a diagram

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To write a computer program

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To save information on a computer

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To create images

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a step in creating an algorithm?

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Writing code (Coding)

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Identifying the problem

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Designing a solution (Design)

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Testing the solution (Test)

Question 31

What is a variable in programming used for?

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To store information

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To do calculations

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To control the program's flow

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To create different things

Question 32

Which of these is NOT an example of a conditional statement in programming?

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go to

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if-else

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while

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for

Question 33

What is the difference between a sequence and a loop in programming?

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A sequence runs steps one after the other, while a loop repeats steps multiple times

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A loop runs steps one after the other, while a sequence repeats steps multiple times

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Both sequences and loops run steps in a specific order

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There is no difference between a sequence and a loop

Question 34

What is a debugging tool in programming used for?

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To find mistakes in code

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To make the code run faster

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To write test cases

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To write the instructions for the code

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a type of programming language?

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Wordy

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Procedural

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Declarative

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Imperative

Question 36

When coding, what common error can cause your program to malfunction?

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Missing a semicolon (;) at the end of a line

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Using a variable name that's too long

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Not adding spaces between words in your code

Question 37

What is an algorithm?

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A set of step-by-step instructions to solve a problem

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A program written in a special language

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A device that performs calculations

Question 38

Which of these is NOT a type of programming language?

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Natural language

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C++

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Java

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Python

Question 39

What is the main job of a compiler?

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To change high-level code into machine code

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To run code in a user-friendly environment

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To generate new code from existing code

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To translate high-level code line by line

Question 40

Which of these is a basic type of data in a computer?

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Array

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User interface

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Operating system

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Website

Question 41

What is the purpose of a loop in programming?

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To repeat a block of code multiple times

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To receive input from the user

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To store data permanently

Question 42

Which of these is a condition in programming?

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If-statement

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Loop

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Function

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Variable

Question 43

What is the purpose of a function in programming?

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To group together instructions that complete a specific task

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To store data permanently

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To take input from the user

Question 44

Which of these is an advantage of using algorithms and programming?

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It can automate tasks

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It can isolate people from society

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It increases screen time

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It can make problem-solving skills worse

Question 45

What is the most important goal of programming?

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To solve problems in an efficient and effective way

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To create beautiful designs

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To entertain people

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To connect with others