Scratch Basics
What is Scratch?
A programming language where you can create stories, games, and animations.
What is a "program"?
A set of instructions that tells the computer what to do.
What color are the motion blocks in Scratch?
Blue
What is a computer?
An electronic device that processes and stores information.
What does the "repeat" block do in Scratch?
It repeats a set of blocks a certain number of times.
What is a "sprite" in Scratch?
A character or object that you can control and program.
What is a "loop" in programming?
A way to repeat a set of instructions multiple times.
What block would you use to make a sprite say something?
The "say [something] for [time] seconds" block from the Looks category.
What does CPU stand for?
Central Processing Unit.
How can you make a sprite turn in Scratch?
By using the "turn [degrees]" motion block.
What is considered the "code" in scratch
The blocks
What is an algorithm?
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A step-by-step plan or set of instructions to solve a problem.
What does the broadcast button do?
a broadcast message is a message that is sent from one sprite to another, or to all sprites in a project, to trigger scripts with matching hat blocks
What is the function of a keyboard?
To input text and commands into the computer.
What is the "forever" block used for in Scratch?
To repeat instructions forever until the program stops.
What do you use to create a new Scratch project?
You click "Create" on the Scratch website
What is a "variable" in programming?
A place to store data, like numbers or text, that can change.
Which block changes the costume of a sprite to a certain costume?
The "switch costume to [costume name]" block.
What is an example of computer software?
Microsoft Word, Scratch, or any app.
How can you change the background in Scratch?
By using the "switch backdrop to [backdrop name]" block.
What is "0,0"
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The X and Y coordinates of the center of the stage
What is an "if" statement?
A block that makes decisions based on certain conditions.
How can you play a sound in Scratch?
By using the "play sound [sound]" block.
What is the difference between hardware and software?
Hardware is the physical parts of a computer, and software is the programs and data it runs.
What block would you use to make a sprite wait before doing something?
The "wait [time] seconds" block.