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Starter: Algorithm - Preparing for school

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which statement best defines an algorithm in computing?

a)

A single guess to solve a problem

b)

A list of random ideas about a task

c)

A picture showing the final outcome

d)

A set of clear step-by-step instructions

2.

Which statement best defines an algorithm ?

a)

A set of random guesses to try a task

b)

A drawing that shows how a device looks

c)

A step-by-step process to solve a problem

d)

A long list of computer parts and cables

3.

Which real-life example most clearly shows an algorithm in everyday life?

a)

A conversation about favorite tea flavors

b)

A cupboard storing tea cups and plates

c)

A picture of tea on a menu board

d)

A recipe with ordered steps for making tea

4.

Who wrote a famous early algorithm to find the greatest common divisor of two numbers?

a)

Turing, a British computer scientist

b)

Newton, an English physicist

c)

Euclid, a Greek mathematician

d)

Pascal, a French philosopher

5.

The word “algorithm” is linked to the name of which mathematician from around 800 AD?

a)

Descartes from France

b)

Gauss from Germany

c)

Pythagoras from Greece

d)

Al-Khwarizmi from Persia

6.

You want to find reliable facts about UAE National Day online. Which step should come immediately after clicking the Google search bar?

a)

Type the search keywords

b)

Press the Enter key

c)

Read information on a website

d)

Open the web browser

7.

What is the best definition of an algorithm in computing?

a)

A set of step-by-step instructions to solve a task

b)

A list of random ideas to try later

c)

A picture showing parts of a computer

d)

A single math formula for every problem

8.

Which sequence correctly outlines an algorithm to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich?

a)

Put bread away, eat jar, spread plate carefully

b)

Spread peanut butter on one slice, spread jelly on the other, press slices together

c)

Press slices together first, spread after cutting

d)

Mix peanut butter and jelly in jar, toast after eating

9.

You need to divide two numbers but must avoid a common error. Which first check should be included in your algorithm?

a)

Check if the dividend equals the divisor

b)

Check if the divisor is zero before dividing

c)

Check if both numbers are odd or even

d)

Check if the quotient will be an integer

10.

Which statement best defines an algorithm in the context of travelling to school?

a)

A list of random travel tips without order

b)

A map that shows places but no instructions

c)

A set of ordered steps to reach a destination

d)

A single rule that applies to every situation

11.

Which option best describes an algorithm for a daily task like getting to school?

a)

A collection of pictures without instructions

b)

A long story about the whole experience

c)

A random set of ideas to try later

d)

A clear, ordered list of steps to follow

12.

What is an algorithm?

a)

A set of instructions for performing a task

b)

A type of computer used in schools

c)

A programming language for coders

d)

A type of software for graphics

13.

Which of the following is an example of an algorithm?

a)

Adding two numbers step by step

b)

Creating a website with images

c)

Printing a document from a file

d)

Browsing the internet for news

14.

Which order shows the typical steps in an algorithm?

a)

Input → Process → Output

b)

Output → Process → Input

c)

Input → Output → Process

d)

Process → Input → Output

15.

Which description best matches a search algorithm?

a)

A tool for writing computer programs

b)

A process used to find information in a list

c)

A set of rules for drawing digital pictures

d)

A method for displaying text on a screen