Programming Fundamentals Quizzes for Year 7 Computing Students

Question 1

Which of these is NOT a basic data type in programming?

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Array

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Integer

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String

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Boolean

Question 2

Why do we use control structures in programming?

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To control the flow of the program

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To store data

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To perform calculations

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To generate random numbers

Question 3

In programming, why is it crucial to follow the correct syntax?

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To avoid errors and ensure the program behaves as expected.

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To speed up the program's execution.

Question 4

In block-based programming, what's the main reason for using functions?

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To create reusable blocks of code.

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To store data for use in different parts of the program.

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To share variables between different parts of the program.

Question 5

What is the term for a set of instructions that provides a step-by-step solution to a problem?

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Algorithm

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Syntax

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Debugging

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Variable

Question 6

In block-based programming, which of these is NOT a type of control structure?

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Variable

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Sequence

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Loop

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Selection

Question 7

What is a variable and how can we use it in a block-based programming language?

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A variable is like a named box that can store different types of information, such as numbers or text. We can use variables to keep track of information in our programs.

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A variable is a type of block that we can use to store information in our programs.

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A variable is a way to make our programs run faster.

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A variable is a way to create a loop in our programs.

Question 8

What data structure is best suited for storing a collection of names?

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List

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Dictionary

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Set

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Boolean

Question 9

Which of these methods can help you find and fix mistakes in block-based programs?

Accepted Answer

Using print statements to show the values of variables at different parts of the program.

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Using a debugger tool to go through the program one block at a time.

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Changing the order of blocks randomly until the program runs without errors.

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Ignoring errors and hoping the program will still work.

Question 10

Why is it essential to assign an initial value to a variable before using it in a block-based programming environment?

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To prevent the variable from holding unexpected data.

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To make the code easier to read.

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To stop the program from crashing.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a basic data type commonly used in programming?

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Image

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Integer

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String

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Boolean

Question 12

What is the primary purpose of a variable in programming?

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To store data that can be used throughout the program

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To define a new type of data

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To perform calculations and operations

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To control the flow of the program

Question 13

What is the main difference between an integer and a float?

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Integers can only store whole numbers, while floats can store both whole and decimal numbers.

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Floats can only store whole numbers, while integers can store both whole and decimal numbers.

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Integers and floats can both store whole and decimal numbers, but floats are more precise.

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Integers and floats are the same data type.

Question 14

What is the difference between a compiler and an interpreter in programming?

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A compiler translates the entire program into machine code at once, while an interpreter executes the program line by line.

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An interpreter translates the entire program into machine code at once, while a compiler executes the program line by line.

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A compiler is used for text-based languages, while an interpreter is used for block-based languages.

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There is no difference between a compiler and an interpreter.

Question 15

What is the purpose of debugging in programming?

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To find and fix errors or issues within the code.

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To make the program run faster.

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To make the code easier to read.

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To prevent future errors from happening.

Question 16

Which data type can store whole numbers, like 5 or -10?

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Integer

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String

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Boolean

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Double

Question 17

What does the 'repeat' block do in block-based programming?

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Runs a set of commands multiple times.

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Stores a value in a variable.

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Compares two values.

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Creates a new function.

Question 18

In Python, which of these is NOT a valid operator for assigning a value to a variable?

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==

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=

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+=

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-=

Question 19

What will the following Python code print?
print(5 + 3 * 4)

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17

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8

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13

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23

Question 20

What's the key difference between a variable and a constant in Python?

Accepted Answer

Variables can be changed, but constants cannot.

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Constants can be used in calculations, but variables cannot.

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Variables are defined with the '=' sign, while constants use the 'const' keyword.

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There is no difference between variables and constants in Python.

Question 21

What will the following Python code print?
list = [1, 2, 3]
list.append(4)
print(list)

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[1, 2, 3, 4]

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[1, 2, 3]

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[4, 3, 2, 1]

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Error

Question 22

Which of these is an example of a function in Python?

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def greet(name):
  print('Hello, ' + name + '!')

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import math
math.sqrt(9)

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x = 10
print(x)

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list = [1, 2, 3]

Question 23

What does the 'import' statement do in Python?

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Brings a built-in library into your program.

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Creates a new library.

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Defines a function.

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Stores data in a variable.

Question 24

What's the difference between a variable and a constant in Python?

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Variables can be changed while constants cannot.

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Constants are defined with the keyword 'const' while variables are not.

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Variables store values while constants do not.

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a data type in Python?

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Function

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Integer

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String

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List

Question 26

What's the purpose of an 'if' statement in Python?

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To execute a block of code only if a condition is true.

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To define a new function.

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To iterate over a sequence of values.

Question 27

Which operator is used to compare two values for equality in Python?

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==

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=

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>=

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<

Question 28

What's the output of the following Python code: print(5 + 3 * 2)

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11

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5

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16

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20

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a built-in data structure in Python?

Accepted Answer

Array

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List

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Tuple

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Dictionary

Question 30

What's the purpose of a module in Python?

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To group related functions and data together.

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To define a new data type.

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To control the flow of a program.

Question 31

Which data type is suited to store a count of something, such as the number of times a loop has run?

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Integer

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String

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Boolean

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Float

Question 32

What is a variable primarily used for in programming?

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To store information temporarily

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To execute a specific command

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To decide which way a program should run next

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To allow the user to input information

Question 33

Which of the following correctly describes a control structure?

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It determines which sequence of commands will run next

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It stores information for later use

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It allows the user to input information

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It displays information on the screen

Question 34

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

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Sequences execute commands one at a time, while loops can repeat commands.

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Loops execute commands one at a time, while sequences can repeat commands.

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There is no difference between a sequence and a loop.

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Sequences are used to store data, while loops are used to control the flow of a program.

Question 35

Which block-based programming language is designed to be beginner-friendly and accessible to younger learners?

Accepted Answer

Scratch

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Python

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Java

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C++

Question 36

In Scratch, the 'repeat 10 times' block allows you to do what?

Accepted Answer

Run the same set of commands 10 times in a row

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Run a different set of commands 10 times in a row

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Pause the program for 10 seconds

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Display the number 10 on the screen

Question 37

In Scratch, how do sprites differ from stages?

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Sprites are like characters that can move and interact on the stage, which is the background of the program.

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Stages are like characters that can move and interact on the sprite, which is the background of the program.

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Sprites and stages are the same thing.

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Sprites are used to input information, while stages are used to control the flow of a program.

Question 38

In Scratch, what is the correct way to create a variable?

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Drag a 'make a variable' block into the coding area

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Type the name of the variable into the coding area

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Click on the 'create new variable' button

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Select the variable from the drop-down menu

Question 39

What is the primary use of the 'broadcast' block in Scratch?

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To send a message to all the sprites in the program

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To receive a message from another sprite in the program

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To control the flow of the program

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To allow the user to input information

Question 40

In Python, which of the following is not a data type?

Accepted Answer

Array

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Integer

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String

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Boolean

Question 41

What is the main purpose of using variables in programming?

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To store data

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To perform calculations

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To control program flow

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To display output

Question 42

Which data type should you use to store whole numbers in Python?

Accepted Answer

Integer

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String

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Float

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Boolean

Question 43

How do you correctly declare a variable in Python?

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x =

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var x =

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variable x =

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int x =

Question 44

Which of these is the correct syntax to create a list in Python?

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list = [1, 2, 3]

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[1, 2, 3] = list

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list = (1, 2, 3)

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(1, 2, 3) = list

Question 45

How do you access the first element of a list in Python?

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list[0]

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list(0)

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list.0

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0.list

Question 46

Which of these is the correct way to iterate over a list in Python?

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for i in list:

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while i in list:

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for list in i:

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while list in i:

Question 47

What is the correct syntax to check if a value exists in a list in Python?

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if value in list:

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if list in value:

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while value in list:

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while list in value:

Question 48

How do you define a function in Python?

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def function_name():

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function_name():

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def function_name =

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function_name =

Question 49

How do you call a function in Python?

Accepted Answer

function_name()

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function_name

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call function_name()

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call.function_name

Question 50

Which of the following is NOT a commonly used data type in programming?

Accepted Answer

Wonder Power

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Integer

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String

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Boolean

Question 51

What is the primary purpose of a variable in programming?

Accepted Answer

To store information

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To execute loops

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To control program flow

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To display text on the screen

Question 52

What is the key difference between an 'int' and a 'float' data type?

Accepted Answer

'int' is for whole numbers and 'float' is for decimal numbers

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'int' is for decimal numbers and 'float' is for whole numbers

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They are the same data type

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They cannot be used together

Question 53

Which operator is used to compare two values for equality?

Accepted Answer

==

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!=

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>

Answer

<

Question 54

What will be the output of the following Python code: 
x = 5
y = 3
print(x + y)

Accepted Answer

8

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53

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35

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Error

Question 55

Which of these is a valid variable name in Python?

Accepted Answer

my_variable

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1_variable

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my variable

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my-variable

Question 56

What is the intended purpose of the 'break' statement in a loop?

Accepted Answer

To terminate the execution of the loop immediately

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To bypass the current iteration of the loop

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To temporarily halt the execution of the loop

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To repeat the execution of the current iteration of the loop

Question 57

Which option is NOT a recognized keyword in Python language?

Accepted Answer

supernova

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if

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for

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while

Question 58

In Scratch, which block sequence correctly asks the user for their name and stores the input in a variable named 'myName'?

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Ask name, set myName to answer

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Set myName to answer, ask name

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Ask myName, set answer to name

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Set name to myName, ask answer

Question 59

In object-oriented programming, what's the main idea?

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Using building blocks called objects to make a program.

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Writing code in a certain order.

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Getting the computer to do math.

Question 60

In the context of block-based programming, which of the following is considered a variable type?

Accepted Answer

Number

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Sprite

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Background

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Function

Question 61

What is the primary function of a repeat block in block-based programming?

Accepted Answer

To execute a set of commands multiple times

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To terminate the execution of the program

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To store data values

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To create new sprites

Question 62

What is the primary purpose of a comment in a program?

Accepted Answer

To provide additional information or explanations for humans

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To modify the program's behavior

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To store data

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To introduce new variables

Question 63

In block-based programming, what is the primary function of an event block?

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To define events that trigger specific actions

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To store data values

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To create new sprites

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To modify the visual appearance of sprites

Question 64

Which feature makes Python a suitable choice for web development?

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Large standard library

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Strong typing

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High speed

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Lack of object-oriented programming support