Exploring Drawing in Scratch

What is Scratch primarily used for?

• Scratch is used for writing novels.

• Scratch is primarily used for teaching programming and creating interactive projects.

• Scratch is mainly a video editing tool.

• Scratch is primarily used for graphic design.

How do you create a new sprite in Scratch?

• Use the 'Edit' menu to create a new sprite.

• Drag and drop a sprite from the stage.

• Click the 'Choose a Sprite' button and select or create a sprite.

• Right-click on the stage and select 'Add Sprite'.

What tool would you use to draw shapes in Scratch?

• Eraser tool

• Pen tool

• Text tool

• Brush tool

What is the purpose of the 'Costumes' tab in Scratch?

• To manage the background music of the project.

• To create and manage the visual appearances of sprites.

• To program the movement of sprites.

• To add sound effects to sprites.

How can you change the color of a sprite in Scratch?

• Use the 'change color effect by' or 'set color effect to' block in the 'Looks' category.

• Change the sprite's color in the 'Sound' category.

• Edit the sprite's costume directly in the 'Costumes' tab.

• Use the 'change size by' block in the 'Looks' category.

What is the function of the 'Pen' extension in Scratch?

• The 'Pen' extension is used for sound effects.

• The 'Pen' extension allows users to create sprites.

• The 'Pen' extension is for controlling the camera view.

• The 'Pen' extension allows users to draw on the Scratch stage.

How do you save your Scratch project?

• Click 'Edit' > 'Save project'

• Select 'Project' > 'Export'

• Press 'Ctrl + S' to save

• Click 'File' > 'Save now' or 'Download to your computer'.

What is the difference between a sprite and a backdrop in Scratch?

• A sprite is a static image, while a backdrop is an interactive character.

• A sprite is an interactive character or object, while a backdrop is the static background scene.

• A sprite is used only for sound effects, while a backdrop is for visual effects.

• A sprite can only be used in games, while a backdrop is used in animations.

How can you animate a sprite in Scratch?

• Change the sprite's size to create an animation effect.

• Add a sound effect to the sprite for animation.

• Use the 'next costume' block to switch between costumes in a loop.

• Use the 'move' block to change the sprite's position.

What are some common mistakes to avoid when drawing in Scratch?

• Using only one color for all drawings

• Rushing through the drawing process

• Avoiding poor layer management, infrequent saving, ignoring grid alignment, and not experimenting with tools.

• Always drawing without reference images