The Java Programming Language History Quiz
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What was the original name of JAVA?

  • Pine
  • Maple
  • Cedar
  • Oak (correct)

Who is the primary creator of JAVA?

  • James Gosling (correct)
  • Mark Zuckerberg
  • Larry Page
  • Elon Musk

What was one of the first projects developed using Java?

  • Automated coffee maker
  • Personal hand-held remote control named Star 7 (correct)
  • Home security system
  • Smartphone operating system

What was the original motivation for creating Java?

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What does Java technology provide as a development environment?

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History is the study of the ______.

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The etymology of the word 'history' comes from the Greek word 'historia', which means an account of one's ______.

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Herodotus is often referred to as the ______ of History.

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The sub-field of history that focuses on the history of political systems is called ______ history.

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The history of people and societies is categorized under the sub-field of history known as ______ history.

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Original Java Name

The initial name given to the programming language Java before it was officially released.

Java's Creator

The primary individual responsible for developing and creating the Java programming language.

Early Java Project

One of the initial projects that utilized the Java programming language.

Java's Initial Purpose

The original reason for developing the Java programming language.

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Java Development Environment

The set of tools and components provided by Java technology to support software development.

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What is History?

The study and examination of past events, people, and societies.

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Etymology of 'History'

The origin and evolution of the word 'history' comes from the Greek word 'historia', which means an account or narrative of one's inquiries.

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Father of History

Herodotus, a Greek historian, is often referred to as the 'father of history' for his groundbreaking work in historical writing.

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Political History

A sub-field of history that focuses on the study of political systems, governments, and political events.

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Social History

A sub-field of history concerned with the study of people, societies, their cultures, and everyday life.

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