Introduction to Python Programming

Can you follow these instructions? Align the two strips at one end. Cut the longer strip where the shorter strip ends. Discard the part that you have cut off that is the same length as the shorter strip. Repeat to until the strips are equal in length. Measure that length and report it — it’s the required result.

Have you heard of the term ‘algorithm’ before?

What is the first program you should create in a new programming language?

• Print 'Hello world!'

• Print 'Goodbye world!'

• Print 'Hello Python!'

Have you used (single or double) quotation marks around the message to be displayed?

What is the purpose of the input function in Python?

• To display output

• To receive keyboard input

• To assign values to variables

What happens when you invoke the input function?

What is the DOK level of the question about syntax errors?

What is the significance of the print function in Python?