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In Scratch, what term is used to describe the different looks a sprite can have to simulate movement or change?
In Scratch, what term is used to describe the different looks a sprite can have to simulate movement or change?
- Animations
- Backdrops
- Costumes (correct)
- Motions
Which menu option is used to start a new project in Scratch?
Which menu option is used to start a new project in Scratch?
- Tutorials
- Edit
- Options
- File (correct)
What is the default sprite that appears when starting a new Scratch project?
What is the default sprite that appears when starting a new Scratch project?
- Butterfly
- Cat (correct)
- Dog
- Bear
What tab allows you to modify the different costumes of a sprite?
What tab allows you to modify the different costumes of a sprite?
Which category contains the move block in Scratch?
Which category contains the move block in Scratch?
After dragging the move block to the coding area, what is the next step to change its behavior?
After dragging the move block to the coding area, what is the next step to change its behavior?
In Scratch, what is the primary function of the 'Go' button?
In Scratch, what is the primary function of the 'Go' button?
The costumes for a sprite are edited using which tab?
The costumes for a sprite are edited using which tab?
Which code category would most likely contain the change color effect block??
Which code category would most likely contain the change color effect block??
A student wants to create an interactive story where the main character's appearance changes based on user input. To implement this, which combination of Scratch features would be MOST efficient?
A student wants to create an interactive story where the main character's appearance changes based on user input. To implement this, which combination of Scratch features would be MOST efficient?
Flashcards
What is a Sprite?
What is a Sprite?
A character or object in Scratch that can perform actions and be programmed.
What are Costumes in Scratch?
What are Costumes in Scratch?
Different appearances of a sprite that can be changed to create animation or show different states.
How do you add a new sprite?
How do you add a new sprite?
Click the 'Choose a Sprite' option, then choose a sprite from the library.
How do you delete a sprite?
How do you delete a sprite?
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How do you create a new project?
How do you create a new project?
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How can you change a sprite's costume?
How can you change a sprite's costume?
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What does the Go button do?
What does the Go button do?
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What does the Stop button do?
What does the Stop button do?
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How do you make a Sprite move?
How do you make a Sprite move?
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How can you change colour effect?
How can you change colour effect?
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Study Notes
- Chapter 7 is about having fun with Scratch
Learning Outcomes
- Students will learn how to:
- Create new Scratch projects
- Change a sprite's costume and backdrop
- Add sounds to Scratch projects
- Add new sprites
- Make sprites repeat actions and speak
Adding a New Sprite
- Steps:
- Click 'Choose a Sprite' to see the sprite library
- Select a new sprite, like Butterfly 2
- The selected sprite appears; to delete it, select it in the Sprite list and click the delete symbol
Changing a Sprite's Costume
- Steps to change a sprite's look:
- Click the 'Costumes' tab to view and edit the sprite's costume
- Observe the costumes in the Costumes list
- Go to the Code tab and click the Motion category
- Drag a move 10 steps block to the coding area; change the value from 10 to 20
- Select the Looks category (purple) and drag a change color effect block to the coding area
Creating a New Project
- Steps:
- Open the Scratch window and click the File menu
- Choose the New option and a new project opens with a default cat sprite on the stage
Read More: Go Button
- Located on the top-left corner, clicking the Go button executes or runs the script
Read More: Stop Button
- Placed next to the Go button and is red, used to stop the project during execution
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