S1 Revision

What is cloud computing?

• Using multiple computers connected to the Internet to store and process data

• Storing data on a local hard drive

• Storing data on removable media, like USB drives

• The process of creating and managing computer networks

What is a 'sprite' in Scratch?

• A type of code used to create animations

• A small image or character that can be programmed

• The background of the stage

• A tool for editing images

Which of the following is an input device?

• Monitor

• Printer

• Keyboard

• Speaker

What is 'decomposition' in computational thinking?

• Breaking a problem down into smaller, manageable parts

• Combining different solutions to form a single solution

• Repeating a process multiple times to solve a problem

• Finding and fixing errors in a program

Which of the following is an advantage of cloud computing?

• Increased security risks

• Limited access to data

• Scalability and flexibility

• Dependence on a single device

In Scratch, what is the purpose of 'events'?

• To store data in variables

• To control the flow of a program by triggering scripts

• To perform mathematical operations

• To create loops and repetitive tasks

What is the main function of a computer's CPU?

• To store data and applications

• To manage peripheral devices

• To process and execute instructions

• To display graphics on the screen

What is 'algorithm' in computational thinking?

• A step-by-step procedure to solve a problem or perform a task

• A technique for finding and fixing errors in code

• The process of testing different solutions to a problem

• The practice of optimising code for faster performance

Which block category in Scratch contains the blocks for controlling loops?

• Events

• Control

• Motion

• Sensing

What is the primary function of a computer's RAM?

• Long-term data storage

• Temporary data storage for quick access

• Processing and executing instructions

• Managing peripheral devices