Y10 - Python Project Planning and Coding Quiz

Which of the following is the main purpose of writing pseudocode before starting to code a project in Python?

• To make the code run faster

• To plan the logic and structure of the programme

• To check for syntax errors

• To create flowcharts automatically

What is the correct file mode in Python to open a file for writing, creating the file if it does not exist, and erasing the contents if it does?

• 'r'

• 'w'

• 'a'

• 'x'

Which of the following best describes a flowchart?

• A written description of a programme

• A graphical representation of an algorithm

• A list of variables used in a programme

• A type of Python file

In Python, which function is used to read the entire contents of a file as a single string?

• file.readall()

• file.readline()

• file.read()

• file.readlines()

What is the main advantage of using test cases when developing a Python project?

• To make the code more colourful

• To ensure the programme works as expected

• To reduce the size of the code

• To increase the speed of the computer

Which of the following is NOT a common step in project planning?

• Defining objectives

• Writing code immediately

• Identifying resources

• Creating a timeline

What symbol is commonly used to represent a decision in a flowchart?

• Rectangle

• Diamond

• Oval

• Parallelogram

Which Python statement is used to handle exceptions and errors during file handling?

• try-except

• if-else

• for-while

• switch-case

What is the purpose of debugging in Python programming?

• To add new features

• To find and fix errors in the code

• To make the code longer

• To change the file format

Which of the following is the correct way to close a file in Python?

• file.close()

• close(file)

• file.end()

• end(file)