3rd Concepts of Python Quiz

What type of programming language is Python?

• Compiled, interactive, object-oriented

• Interpreted, interactive, object-oriented

• Compiled, static, procedural

• Interpreted, static, procedural

What is the file extension for Python files?

• .java

• .py

• .cpp

• .js

Which of the following statements is true about an interpreter?

• Translates the whole code to machine code at once

• Takes more time to run (translate)

• Translates code line by line

• Makes executable files (.exe)

What is one advantage of using a compiler over an interpreter?

• Takes less time to run (translate)

• Checks for errors and runs the program simultaneously

• Code runs slower

• Once compiled, code runs faster

What is one of the main differences between Python and compiled programming languages like JAVA, C++, and C#?

• Python is faster in conducting complex algorithms.

• Python is slower in conducting complex algorithms.

• Python is a compiled language.

• Python does not support object-oriented programming.

What is the difference between syntax and semantics in programming?

• Syntax refers to the way you can write your code, while semantics refers to the meaning of symbols and commands.

• Syntax and semantics both refer to the way you can write your code.

• Syntax and semantics both refer to the meaning of symbols and commands.

Which of the following is an example of syntax in programming?

• Assignment operation

• Input function

• Indentation

• Sort method

According to PEP 8, what is the maximum number of characters per line for docstrings/comments in Python?

• 79

• 72

• 80

• 70

What is the rule regarding the use of single and double quotes in Python syntax?

• Single quotes and double quotes cannot be used interchangeably.

• Single quotes and double quotes must be used together.

• There is no difference between single quotes and double quotes.

• Single quotes are used for strings, and double quotes are used for characters.

Which symbol is used to mark the beginning of a new block of code and requires indentation?

• ;

• :

• \

• ()