BBC Micro Bit: Computer Education Hardware Quiz
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When was the Micro Bit first announced?

  • 6 July 2015
  • 12 March 2015 (correct)
  • 10 February 2016
  • 10 October 2015
  • What does the Micro Bit contain in terms of sensors?

  • Accelerometer and magnetometer sensors (correct)
  • Temperature and humidity sensors
  • Light and proximity sensors
  • GPS and NFC sensors
  • Which processor is used in the Micro Bit?

  • ARM Cortex-M0 processor (correct)
  • AMD Ryzen processor
  • Intel i7 processor
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon processor
  • How many LEDs are there in the Micro Bit display?

    <p>25 LEDs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How was the Micro Bit intended to be used in the UK?

    <p>For computer education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what month and year did the actual delivery of Micro Bits to schools begin?

    <p>February 2016</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Micro:bit according to the text?

    <p>To inspire children to write software and build new things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of battery did early prototypes of the Micro:bit have?

    <p>Button battery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the Python programming experience on the Micro:bit provided?

    <p>Via MicroPython</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of connectors can be used with the I/O of the Micro:bit?

    <p>4 mm banana plugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are user codes compiled for the Micro:bit?

    <p>Using a cloud compiler service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the BBC's plan regarding distribution of the Micro:bit?

    <p>'To give it away for free to every Year 7 child in Britain'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Micro Bit Overview

    • The Micro Bit was first announced in 2015.
    • It contains several sensors, including a compass, accelerometer, and light sensor.

    Hardware

    • The Micro Bit is powered by a Nordic nRF51822 processor.
    • The device features a 25-LED display.
    • Early prototypes used a CR2032 coin cell battery.

    Usage and Distribution

    • The Micro Bit was intended to be used in the UK to promote coding and computer science in schools.
    • The actual delivery of Micro Bits to schools began in March 2016.
    • The BBC's plan was to distribute one million Micro Bits to Year 7 students in the UK.

    Programming and Development

    • The purpose of the Micro:bit is to provide a platform for students to learn programming and coding concepts.
    • The Python programming experience on the Micro:bit is provided through the MicroPython platform.
    • The Micro:bit's I/O can be used with edge connectors, such as Edge Connector Breakout boards.
    • User codes are compiled for the Micro:bit using the online compiler or a local compiler.

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    Test your knowledge about the BBC Micro Bit, an open source hardware ARM-based embedded system designed for computer education in the UK. Learn about its features, design, and purpose in education.

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