Micro:bit Lessons

What is micro:bit and what is its purpose?

• Micro:bit is a brand of miniature chocolate bars.

• Micro:bit is a new type of exercise equipment for small spaces.

• Micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer designed to encourage children to get involved in coding and electronics.

• Micro:bit is a type of insect found in tropical regions.

Explain the basic components of a micro:bit board.

• Keyboard, screen, battery

• LED display, buttons, sensors, microcontroller

• Speaker, camera, memory card slot

• GPS, microphone, headphone jack

What is the programming language used for micro:bit?

• C++

• JavaScript

• Java

• Microsoft MakeCode or Python

Explain the concept of variables in micro:bit programming.

• Variables in micro:bit programming are used to store and manipulate data.

• Variables in micro:bit programming are not necessary for writing code

• Variables in micro:bit programming are only used for mathematical operations

• Variables in micro:bit programming are used to control the display brightness

What are the different sensors available on the micro:bit board?

• gyroscope, barometer, and humidity sensor

• infrared sensor, light sensor, and sound sensor

• accelerometer, magnetometer, and temperature sensor

• GPS sensor, pressure sensor, and proximity sensor

How can you use the accelerometer sensor in a micro:bit project?

• By using it as a temperature sensor

• By connecting it to a speaker for sound output

• By using it to display text on an LED matrix

• By accessing its data through the micro:bit's programming environment

Explain the function of the buttons on the micro:bit board.

• Input commands or trigger actions

• Change the color of the micro:bit

• Connect to the internet

• Play music

What is the purpose of the radio communication feature in micro:bit?

• To enable wireless communication between micro:bits

• To control the temperature

• To play music

• To display the time

How can you use the temperature sensor in a micro:bit project?

• By using it to measure wind speed

• By connecting it to a camera

• By programming it to measure the temperature and display the result on the LED screen or use it to trigger other actions in the project.

• By using it to play music