GCSE Computer Science - Program Construction

Where would it be most appropriate to use a compiler, interpreter, or assembler?

• When drawing graphics

• When describing where each type of translator is suitable

• When writing an essay

• When using a calculator

Which of the following is considered a high-level programming language?

• Assembly Language

• Machine Code

• Python

• Binary Code

Which language is classified as a low-level language according to the diagram?

• Java

• FORTRAN

• Assembly Language

• Python

Which of the following groups contains only high-level programming languages?

• Assembly Language, Machine Code

• Python, C++, Java

• Machine Code, FORTRAN, C

• Assembly Language, Java, C++

Which of the following is an example of a predefined command used in high-level programming languages?

• PRINT

• ADD

• LOAD

• JUMP

Which tool is used to translate high-level programming code into machine code?

• Compiler or interpreter

• Calculator

• Printer

• Router

A translator typically converts code from high-level or assembly language into what?

• Machine code

• HTML code

• Source code

• Binary images

Explain the difference between a compiler and an interpreter based on their roles as translators.

• A compiler translates the entire program at once, while an interpreter translates code line by line.

• A compiler translates code line by line, while an interpreter translates the entire program at once.

• Both compile and interpret code at the same time.

• Neither translates code.

What is a disadvantage of using a compiler?

• Compiled programs run faster as machine code is executed directly.

• Many compilers optimize code for better performance.

• Compiling can be slow, especially for large programs.

• Compiling protects intellectual property.

Why do many compilers optimize code?

• To make the code harder to read.

• To improve the performance of the program.

• To increase the size of the program.

• To make the code compatible with all computers.