P5 Lesson A Micro:bit

Question 1

Where in the MakeCode editor is the "Workspace" located according to the text?

Accepted Answer

The right side of the screen

Question 2

What is the purpose of the "Simulator" in the MakeCode editor as described in the text?

Accepted Answer

To provide instant feedback on program execution

Question 3

What is the main characteristic of an "unplugged" activity according to the text?

Accepted Answer

It takes place away from the computer

Question 4

How do "unplugged" activities help with learning to code?

Accepted Answer

They allow you to practice without a computer

Question 5

What is the purpose of the Workspace in the MakeCode environment?

Accepted Answer

To construct the program by snapping blocks together

Question 6

The simulator displays how your program will run on a micro:bit.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 7

MakeCode allows coding in blocks or JavaScript.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 8

What is a micro:bit?

Accepted Answer

A small computer

Question 9

What does a computer program or code do, according to the passage?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Question 10

What is the primary purpose of computer programming according to the text?

Accepted Answer

To solve problems and serve a purpose

Question 11

Some computer programs are created just for fun.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 12

What do computer programs do?

Accepted Answer

They solve problems

Question 13

What is the purpose of the Simulator feature in the MakeCode environment?

Accepted Answer

Both B and C

Question 14

What is the purpose of an "unplugged" activity in this course?

Accepted Answer

To introduce new concepts without using technology

Question 15

Where do you write the code in the MakeCode environment?

Accepted Answer

In the Workspace

Question 16

What is the first step in the design thinking process described in the text?

Accepted Answer

Empathize

Question 17

Empathize by learning more about yourself.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 18

What are the two main tools used to learn about coding and computer science in this course?

Accepted Answer

Micro:bit and Microsoft MakeCode

Question 19

What is a micro:bit described as in the text?

Accepted Answer

A small computer or microcontroller board

Question 20

Microsoft MakeCode is a difficult and weak coding environment

Accepted Answer

False

Question 21

What is the first step in the design thinking process?

Accepted Answer

Understand the problem

Question 22

Which step in the design thinking process is described as "understanding a need or purpose"?

Accepted Answer

Define

Question 23

What does the "Toolbox" in the MakeCode editor contain according to the text?

Accepted Answer

Different categories of programming blocks

Question 24

What is the purpose of the Toolbox in the MakeCode environment?

Accepted Answer

To provide different categories of blocks for programming

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