Computer Science Vocabulary Pre-Test

What is an algorithm?

• A type of computer hardware

• A process or set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations

• A programming language

• A type of software application

What does artificial intelligence (AI) enable computer systems to do?

• Perform tasks that require human intelligence

• Store large amounts of data

• Connect to the internet

• Run faster than normal

What is code in the context of computer programming?

• A type of computer virus

• The symbolic arrangement of statements or instructions in a computer program

• A computer's operating system

• A type of encryption

What does collaboration mean?

• To work alone on a project

• To work, one with another; cooperate

• To compete against others

• To write a computer program

What is computational thinking?

• A type of computer programming language

• A problem-solving process that involves breaking down complex problems into smaller, more manageable parts

• A method of storing data

• A way to design computer hardware

What does copyright protect?

• Computer software

• Original works of authorship

• Physical property

• Internet privacy

What does it mean to debug a program?

• To write new code

• To detect and remove defects or errors

• To encrypt the program

• To delete the program

What is digital citizenship?

• The ability to use technology irresponsibly

• The ability to use technology responsibly, safely, and respectfully

• The ability to create digital art

• The ability to hack into systems

What is digital literacy?

• The ability to read books online

• The ability to use technology and the internet effectively

• The ability to write code

• The ability to create digital music

Using functions allows coders to...

• fix mistakes more easily

• spend less time coding

• better organize their code

• all of the above