Introduction Post-Class Quiz

Which language allows a web page to react to events like mouse clicks?

• HTML

• JavaScript

• CSS

• PHP

Answer explanation

JavaScript handles events and makes pages interactive.

The Web is best described as:

• A service that runs on the Internet

• A type of cable

• An email provider

• A wireless network

Answer explanation

The Web (WWW) is accessed via the Internet and delivers websites and services

Which feature distinguishes dynamic websites from static ones?

• Written in HTML

• Read-only content

• Server-side scripting and interaction

• Fixed layout

Answer explanation

Dynamic websites use languages like PHP and databases to generate custom content

Why is PHP preferred for web development?

• It is difficult to learn

• Expensive license

• Open-source and easy to implement

• Only runs on Mac

Answer explanation

PHP is free, widely supported, and works well with databases.

Which component of a web app handles data storage?

• CSS

• MySQL

• HTML

• JavaScript

What is the role of a web server in web programming?

• Styles the content

• Sends requested data to the browser

• Creates HTML code

• Animates images

Answer explanation

Web servers like Apache respond to client requests and deliver content.

Which is a correct combination of web development technologies?

• HTML - content, CSS - design, JS - interaction

• CSS - logic, PHP - client, HTML - data

• JavaScript - database, HTML - styling, CSS - scripting

• PHP - browser, CSS - database, JavaScript - hardware

Which service is NOT typically part of the web?

• Chat

• Compiler

• Email

• FTP

Answer explanation

Compilers are software development tools, not web services.

What is a key reason developers use WAMP or XAMPP?

• To browse websites

• To create a local development server

• To design logos

• To format CSS

Answer explanation

These packages allow PHP, MySQL, and Apache to run locally

Which scripting language is embedded into HTML to add behavior?

• CSS

• JavaScript

• PHP

• XML

Answer explanation

JavaScript is used directly within HTML to enhance functionality.