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Computer Science Vocabulary Quiz

Total questions: 14

Worksheet time: 7mins

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Class
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1.

What does it mean to "initialize" a variable in computer science?

a)

To delete a variable

b)

To set a variable to a starting value

c)

To create a new function

d)

To end a program

2.

Which of the following best describes a "loop" in programming?

a)

A sequence of instructions that is executed once

b)

A sequence of instructions that repeats until a certain condition is met

c)

A function that calls itself

d)

A variable that stores multiple values

3.

What is a "script" in the context of computer science?

a)

A written document

b)

A set of instructions written in a programming language

c)

A type of hardware

d)

A user interface

4.

In computer science, what is an "event"?

a)

A scheduled meeting

b)

An action or occurrence recognized by software

c)

A type of data structure

d)

A programming language

5.

What does "conditional" mean in programming?

a)

A statement that always executes

b)

A statement that only executes if a certain condition is true

c)

A type of loop

d)

A type of variable

6.

Which of the following best describes "boolean logic"?

a)

A type of loop

b)

A system of logical thought used to create true/false statements

c)

A method for sorting data

d)

A type of error

7.

What is the purpose of "if... then statements" in programming?

a)

To create a loop

b)

To execute code only if a certain condition is true

c)

To initialize variables

d)

To end a program

8.

What is an "Arduino Uno"?

a)

A type of software

b)

A microcontroller board used for building digital devices

c)

A programming language

d)

A type of loop

9.

What is a "circuit" in the context of computer science?

a)

A type of software

b)

A closed path through which an electric current flows

c)

A programming language

d)

A type of loop

10.

What does "user experience" refer to in computer science?

a)

The hardware of a computer

b)

The overall experience of a person using a product, especially in terms of how easy or pleasing it is to use

c)

The code written by a programmer

d)

The speed of a computer

11.

Which of the following best describes the purpose of an "event" in a graphical user interface (GUI)?

a)

To store data

b)

To respond to user actions like clicks or key presses

c)

To initialize variables

d)

To create loops

12.

In the context of an Arduino Uno, what is a "digital pin" used for?

a)

To store data

b)

To read or write digital signals

c)

To create loops

d)

To initialize variables

13.

Assigning a starting value for a variable is known as...

a)

Declaring

b)

Initializing

c)

Iterating

d)

Sequencing

14.
What does it mean to initialize a variable?
a)
To Assign a value in an assignment statement usually at the beginning of the progjram
b)
To use the variable for the first time
c)
To remove the variable from the program
d)
To run the program