Understanding Variables Quiz

What is the number stored by X in the calculation X + 1 = 5?

• 3

• 4

• 5

• 6

If X stores the number 9, what number will Y store in the calculation X + 1 = Y?

• 8

• 9

• 10

• 11

What is the term used to describe the number that X stores?

• Constant

• Function

• Variable

• Operator

What is the purpose of a variable in computer programs?

• To store a piece of information

• To perform calculations

• To display graphics

• To manage user input

In the example given, what can a variable be used to store?

• A person's age

• A person's name

• A person's address

• A person's phone number

How is a variable described in the learning material?

• As a container that can store multiple pieces of information

• As a box that can only store one piece of information at a time

• As a tool for performing calculations

• As a method for displaying data

What is the first step to make a variable in Scratch to store a person's name?

• Open Scratch 3.0

• Click on Variables

• Call your variable Name

• Add a Green Flag block

Which menu option do you select to create a new variable in Scratch?

• Motion

• Looks

• Variables

• Control

What should you name the variable to store a person's name in Scratch?

• Person

• Name

• Variable

• Scratch

What block should be added to the coding window to start the script?

• Green Flag block

• Red Flag block

• Blue Flag block

• Yellow Flag block