Year 5 Computing Quiz

What is the purpose of a flowchart?

• To plan the program before it is made
• Because it is easier

Why do we use flowcharts?

• To represent algorithms in an easy way
• To use different maths shapes

What symbol do flowcharts begin with?

• oval
• parallelogram
• rectangle
• diamond

What symbol do flowcharts end with?

• oval
• parallelogram
• rectangle
• diamond

What symbol shows a decision?

• oval
• parallelogram
• rectangle
• diamond

What is an Algorithm?

• A chart showing the flow of a series of events
• Step-by-step instructions used to solve a problem
• A decision arrived at by following instructions
• A computer program that follows a chart

A complete algorithm helps in performing a specific task.

• True

• False

Which of these is a sequence in Scratch?

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Which of the following is a variable?

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Which of the following is an example of a selection block?

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