Tilemaps and Countdown

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What does the 'set tilemap' block do?

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It defines the layout of tiles on the screen.

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How would you add the 'set tilemap to [ ]' block to your code in MakeCode Arcade?

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By dragging the block from the toolbox to the workspace

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What is the purpose of using the tilemap block in a maze game?

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To create a visual representation of the maze layout

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What does the 'place mySprite on top of random [ ] tile' block do in your tilemap?

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It places mySprite on a random tile within the tilemap.

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Where can you find the 'place mySprite on top of random [ ] tile' block in the coding environment? Options: In the Sprites category, In the Scene category, In the Logic category, In the Variables category

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In the Scene category

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What does the 'camera follow mySprite' block do?

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It makes the camera move with the sprite.

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What should you click on to begin designing your own tile in the Tilemap Editor?

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The '+' sign

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After creating a custom tile, how do you use it in your Tilemap?

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Select it from the tile set and click on the grid in the Tilemap Editor.

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What is the purpose of using Countdown commands in MakeCode Arcade?

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To add a ticking clock to the game, creating a race against time

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What does the Countdown block do in MakeCode Arcade?

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It adds a ticking clock to your game, creating a race against time for players to complete tasks or levels.