GM2 - GameMaker Expect Task

What is the term for bringing an image to life by programming it to move, shoot, or do anything you need it to?

• Asset Browser

• Sprite

• Programming

• Actions

Answer explanation

The term for bringing an image to life by programming it to move, shoot, or perform actions is called 'Actions'.

What is a two-dimensional image or animation called?

• Room

• Sprite

• Layers

• Event Loop

Answer explanation

A two-dimensional image or animation is called a Sprite.

What is a screen (level) within your game where you can place object instances and sprites to make your game?

• Room

• Asset Browser

• Collision

• X and Y

Answer explanation

In a game, a screen (level) where you can place object instances and sprites is called a Room.

Where can you add everything that your game requires to run, including a game room, sprites, objects, sounds, and a number of other things?

• Programming

• Asset Browser

• Event Loop

• Layers

Answer explanation

In the Asset Browser, you can add all the necessary elements for your game, such as game rooms, sprites, objects, and sounds, making it the correct choice for this question.

What is a "copy" of an object that is placed in a room?

• Instances

• Actions

• Layers

• Collision

Answer explanation

A 'copy' of an object placed in a room is referred to as 'Instances'. Instances are duplicates of an object that can be manipulated independently.

What is the process of writing instructions that a computer can understand and follow to achieve a task?

• Event Loop

• Programming

• X and Y

• Actions

Answer explanation

Programming is the process of writing instructions that a computer can understand and follow to achieve a task.

What is a pre-coded building block that is placed in an event when using GML Visual?

• Layers

• Collision

• Actions

• Event Loop

Answer explanation

A pre-coded building block placed in an event when using GML Visual is the Event Loop, which controls the flow of events and actions within the game.

What is a system for placing assets into a room, separated by asset type?

• Layers

• Instances

• X and Y

• Programming

Answer explanation

Layers are a system for placing assets into a room, separated by asset type.

What is a system for programming games using pre-coded building blocks?

• GML Visual

• Asset Browser

• Actions

• Collision

Answer explanation

GML Visual is a system for programming games using pre-coded building blocks, making it the correct choice for the given question.

What is a programmed sequence of instructions that is repeated until or while a particular condition is satisfied?

• Event Loop

• Layers

• Programming

• Actions

Answer explanation

A programmed sequence of instructions that is repeated until or while a particular condition is satisfied is known as an Event Loop.