Unit 12: Software Development Quiz

What is the title of Unit 12 in the Pearson BTEC Level 1/2 Extended Certificate in Information and Creative Technology?

• Software Engineering

• Software Development

• Game Design

• Programming Basics

What is the code name of the first project mentioned in the vocational scenario?

• Asteroid Blaster

• Shmup

• Space Shooter

• Game Over

What is the target audience age for the 'Shmup' project?

• 5+

• 7+

• 10+

• 12+

What is the main objective of the player's ship in the game?

• Collect coins

• Fire projectiles and destroy asteroids

• Avoid obstacles

• Build structures

What happens when the player's ship collides with an asteroid in the game?

• The player earns bonus points

• The game ends

• The player levels up

• The asteroid disappears

What is one of the core mechanics related to scoring in the game?

• Players earn points for collecting coins

• Players earn points for destroying asteroids

• Players earn points for avoiding obstacles

• Players earn points for completing levels

What type of assets are suggested for the visuals and sound in the game?

• Free assets sourced online

• Paid assets from a marketplace

• Pre-installed assets in Python

• Assets from other games

What programming environment is mentioned for developing the 2D games?

• Java

• Python’s Pygame wrapper

• C++

• Unity

What is one of the tasks related to asteroid generation in the game?

• Researching asteroid generation algorithms

• Designing asteroid shapes

• Avoiding asteroid collisions

• Collecting asteroid fragments

What is the main focus of the 'Shmup' project?

• To create a complex game for advanced players

• To design a simple yet engaging game for younger audiences

• To develop a multiplayer game

• To create a game with realistic graphics