Midterm Quiz on Computer Programming Environment

What is the primary purpose of programming development tools?

• To create graphics

• To assist developers in writing and managing code

• To compile code only

• To provide online tutorials

Which of the following is NOT a type of programming development tool?

• Web Browsers

• Compilers

• IDEs

• Text Editors

What is a key feature of an IDE compared to a text editor?

• No compilation support

• No debugging tools

• Code suggestions

• Lightweight

Which of the following statements about compilers is true?

• They are only used for Python

• They translate the entire source code before execution

• They are easier for debugging

• They execute code line by line

What is the main difference between a compiler and an interpreter?

• Compilers translate the entire code before execution

• Compilers are slower than interpreters

• Interpreters are used for C and Java

• Interpreters translate code before execution

Which of the following is a feature of Python?

• Is a compiled language

• Requires complex syntax

• Only works on Windows

• Supports object-oriented programming

What is Pygame primarily used for?

• Machine learning

• Data analysis

• Game development

• Web development

Which of the following is a benefit of using Pygame?

• It is ideal for prototyping and beginner-friendly

• It has limited community support

• It is only for advanced programmers

• It does not support multimedia

What is the purpose of the command 'pygame.init()' in a Pygame script?

• To set the window title

• To close the Pygame application

• To initialize all Pygame modules

• To create a game window

Which of the following is a correct way to verify the installation of Pygame?

• Run 'import pygame' in Python

• Check the Pygame version online

• Open a Pygame window

• Run 'pip uninstall pygame'