22 Questions
What is the purpose of a compiler in programming?
Translates source code into data that the computer can understand
Which of the following is a characteristic of a variable in programming?
Can store different types of data like numeric values, characters, and text strings
Which type of programming languages are Lisp, ML, and Scheme examples of?
Second-generation languages
What is the main purpose of an integrated development environment (IDE) in programming?
To provide tools for writing and testing code efficiently
What differentiates a function from a class in programming?
Functions prevent redundancy by allowing reuse of code, whereas classes do not
What is a characteristic of an array in programming?
Arrays contain related values in a list and are used in various programming languages
Which of the following represents a first generation language?
Assembly language
What is the characteristic of second generation languages?
Converted into machine language directly
Which language is a descendant of the C language and is object-oriented?
Java
What is the key feature of Visual Basic?
Utilized for creating Windows applications
Which language is used for creating applets that run inside webpages?
Java
What distinguishes first generation languages from second generation languages?
First generation consists of machine language
In the context of programming languages, what is Visual Basic Scripting Edition primarily used for?
Interacting with users in Internet Explorer
'C++' was developed at which institution?
Bell Labs
'Java' is known for its usage in creating:
Graphical programs and software applications
What makes Assembly language a second-generation language?
Conversion into machine language directly
What is the defining characteristic of Second Generation programming languages?
They are based on machine language
Which language is categorized as a First Generation programming language?
Fortran
What is a key feature of C++ as mentioned in the text?
It supports object-oriented programming
Which of the following languages falls under Fourth Generation programming languages?
SQL
What generation of programming languages does Visual Basic belong to?
Third Generation
Which programming language is not mentioned in the text as an Object-Oriented Language?
Assembly language
This quiz covers an overview of different types of programming languages, including declarative, imperative, and object-oriented languages. It explains their characteristics, uses, and examples for each type.
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