Scratch Challenges

What is Scratch?

• A visual programming language and online community targeted primarily at children

• A new flavor of ice cream

• A type of skin irritation

• A popular dance move

What are the different types of blocks in Scratch?

• Up, Down, Left, Right

• Start, Stop, Pause, Resume

• Motion, Looks, Sound, Events, Control, Sensing, Operators, and Variables

• Color, Size, Shape

How do you create a new sprite in Scratch?

• Double click on the stage

• Type the sprite's name in the chatbox

• Click on the 'Choose a Sprite from Library' button or upload your own sprite

• Shout 'Sprite!' into the microphone

What is the purpose of the 'forever' block in Scratch?

• To end the program immediately

• To play a sound effect once

• To change the background color

• To create a loop that repeats indefinitely

Explain the concept of 'broadcasting' in Scratch.

• Drawing on the stage with a virtual pen

• Creating a new sprite from scratch

• Sending a message to multiple sprites at the same time.

• Recording and playing back sounds in the background

What is the role of the 'if-then' block in Scratch?

• It is used to create conditional statements.

• It is used to create loops

• It is used to change the background color

• It is used to play sound effects

How do you change the backdrop in Scratch?

• By shaking the computer

• By clapping your hands

• By singing a song

• By clicking on the 'Choose a backdrop' button and selecting a new backdrop from the library or uploading your own image.

Explain the concept of 'variables' in Scratch.

• Variables in Scratch are placeholders for values that can change.

• Variables in Scratch are not important for programming.

• Variables in Scratch are only used for storing text.

• Variables in Scratch are fixed and cannot be changed.

What is the 'pen' feature used for in Scratch?

• Playing music

• Sending messages to other users

• Creating 3D animations

• Drawing lines and shapes on the stage

How do you share your Scratch project with others?

• By sending the project file via email

• By clicking on the 'Share' button in the project editor

• By printing out the code and sharing it in person

• By copying and pasting the code into a text document