STEM Quiz

What does STEM stand for?

• Science, Technology, Engineering, and Medicine.

• Science, Technology, English, and Mathematics.

• Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

• Social, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

What is the main focus of engineering?

• Analyze and interpret data

• Create and maintain databases

• Manage and coordinate projects

• Design, develop, and improve structures, machines, systems, and processes.

What is the purpose of coding?

• To create art and design

• To communicate with other humans

• To entertain and have fun

• To instruct a computer to perform specific tasks or solve problems.

What are the different branches of engineering?

• environmental engineering

• software engineering

• civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, aerospace engineering, computer engineering, and biomedical engineering

• industrial engineering

What are the basic building blocks of coding?

• variables, data types, operators, control structures, and functions

• expressions, algorithms, syntax, debugging

• conditions, strings, objects, methods

• loops, arrays, classes, libraries

What is the importance of STEM education?

• STEM education is a waste of time and resources.

• STEM education is important for preparing students for future careers and developing critical skills.

• STEM education is only important for students pursuing careers in science and technology.

• STEM education is not important and can be replaced with other subjects.

What are the steps involved in the engineering design process?

• Identify the problem or need, Research and gather information, Generate potential problems, Evaluate and select the best solution, Develop and test the chosen solution, Communicate and present the design, Reflect and improve the design.

• Identify the problem or need, Research and gather information, Generate potential solutions, Evaluate and select the best solution, Develop and test the chosen solution, Communicate and present the design, Reflect and improve the design

• Identify the problem or need, Research and gather misinformation, Generate potential solutions, Evaluate and select the best solution, Develop and test the chosen solution, Communicate and present the design, Reflect and improve the design.

• Identify the problem or need, Research and gather information, Generate potential solutions, Evaluate and select the worst solution, Develop and test the chosen solution, Communicate and present the design, Reflect and improve the design.

What are some real-world applications of STEM?

• Designing and building bridges, developing new medical treatments, creating computer software and hardware, and exploring outer space.

• Creating fashion designs, cooking gourmet meals, playing sports, and studying history.

• Writing novels, painting artwork, composing music, and studying ancient civilizations.

• Developing new agricultural techniques, designing and constructing skyscrapers, creating video games, and studying climate change.