Compiler Design Examination

Definition of Compiler (1 mark): Brief explanation of what a compiler does.

Definition of Interpreter (1 mark): Brief explanation of what an interpreter does.

Comparison (3 marks): 1 mark for identifying key differences (e.g., translation method, execution speed). 1 mark for differences in error detection (compile-time vs. runtime). 1 mark for differences in output (object code vs. direct execution).

List and Brief Description of Each Phase (4 marks): Lexical Analysis (0.5 mark), Syntax Analysis (0.5 mark), Semantic Analysis (0.5 mark), Intermediate Code Generation (0.5 mark), Optimization (0.5 mark), Code Generation (0.5 mark), Post-Optimization (0.5 mark).

Diagram (1 mark): Clear representation of the phases with arrows or a flowchart.

a) Pass (1 mark): Definition of 'Pass' with a clear example or brief explanation.

b) Phase (1 mark): Explanation of 'Phase' in the context of a compiler.

c) Lexeme (1 mark): Clear definition with an example.

d) Pattern (1 mark): Explanation of what a pattern is in lexical analysis.

e) Token (1 mark): Clear definition with an example of a token.