Python Programming Basics Quiz

What is the purpose of learning how to program?

• To write a letter

• To bake a cake

• To play video games

• To communicate with a computer

Why is Python a popular programming language?

• It is difficult to use

• It is a general purpose language

• It can only be used for web development

• It has limited capabilities

How can you check if Python is installed on your computer?

• By typing 'Hello World' in the command prompt

• By typing 'Python --version' in the command prompt

• By opening Notepad and typing 'Python'

• By clicking on the Python logo on the desktop

What is the purpose of an integrated development environment (IDE)?

• To limit the capabilities of a programming language

• To make writing code more efficient and easy

• To replace the need for programming languages

• To make writing code more difficult

What is the file extension for Python files?

• .html

• .js

• .py

• .txt

How can you run a Python file in the command prompt?

• By dragging and dropping the file into the command prompt

• By double clicking on the file icon

• By typing 'run' followed by the file name

• By copying and pasting the file contents into the command prompt

What is the purpose of the 'print' function in Python?

• To execute code

• To write code

• To display output

• To delete code

What is the benefit of learning how to program?

• To turn ideas into executable steps for a computer

• To become a professional chef

• To communicate with animals

• To learn a new language

What is the purpose of the 'add Python to PATH' option during installation?

• To add Python to the recycle bin

• To add Python to the desktop

• To add Python to the system environment variables

• To add Python to the list of installed programs

What is the purpose of the 'exit' function in the Python terminal?

• To close the command prompt

• To exit the computer

• To exit the Python website

• To exit the Python terminal