Y7 Programming techniques

Which one of these best describes an algorithm?

• A programming language.

• A set of step by step instructions to solve a problem.

• A very detailed diagram you can copy from.

What are algorithms used for?

• To plan out a solution for a problem.

• To tell you what code to use to code a solution.

• To help you learn a programming language.

How can an algorithms be made?

• With a complicated piece of software.

• Using a diagram or text.

• With specific programming key words.

What is a computer program?

• A video game.

• A flow diagram.

• A set of instruction that a computer can understand.

Which one of these best describes a sequence?

• One logical step after another.

• Repeating steps until a condition is met.

• A character in a game.

Which one of these best describes a selection?

• Repeating steps until a condition is met.

• One logical step after another.

• A decision or an option.

Which one of these best describes iteration?

• Repeating steps until a condition is met.

• One logical step after another.

• A decision or an option

Which one of these best describes a variable?

• A variable is used to create a loop.

• A variable is used to store a value.

• A variable is used for selection.

Which data type would a score in a game be?

• Text

• Currency

• Number

Which one of these best describes problems in code that stop it working.

• Errors

• Complications

• Difficulties