Exploring Music with Microbit

What is a Microbit?

• A Microbit is a video game console.

• A Microbit is a large desktop computer.

• A Microbit is a small, programmable computer for education.

• A Microbit is a type of smartphone.

How can you create sound using a Microbit?

• Use the Microbit's music module to play tones or melodies.

• Use the Microbit to record audio from an external source.

• Connect a speaker directly to the Microbit's power supply.

• Program the Microbit to vibrate instead of producing sound.

What programming language is commonly used with Microbit?

• Python

• C++

• Ruby

• Java

Name one type of musical note you can program with Microbit.

• C

• F

• E

• D

What component can be used to amplify sound from a Microbit?

• Headphones

• Amplifier

• Microphone

• Speaker or piezo buzzer

How do you play a melody using Microbit?

• Connect a speaker to play melodies directly from the Microbit.

• Use the 'music' module in MakeCode to play melodies on Microbit.

• Write melodies in Python without any additional modules.

• Use the 'graphics' module to display melodies on Microbit.

What is the purpose of the 'music' library in Microbit?

• To store and retrieve data from the cloud.

• To provide functions for playing melodies and sounds.

• To create visual animations on the Microbit.

• To connect to Wi-Fi networks.

Can you use Microbit to create a simple musical instrument?

• Yes, Microbit can be used to create a simple musical instrument.

• Microbit is only for programming games, not music.

• No, Microbit cannot create any musical instruments.

• Yes, but only for advanced users.

What is the function of the 'playTone' command?

• To create visual effects on the screen.

• To control the speed of a game character.

• To display text messages to the user.

• To generate sound at a specified frequency and duration.

How can you change the duration of a note in Microbit?

• Change the note duration by modifying the tempo setting.

• Use the playTone function with the desired frequency and duration in milliseconds.

• Use the setVolume function to adjust the note length.

• Adjust the note length by changing the pitch of the sound.