Writing Simple Algorithms – Grade 6 Practice Questions

Question 1

Which is a correct step-by-step algorithm to make a sandwich?

Accepted Answer

1. Take bread. 2. Add filling. 3. Put another bread on top.

Answer

1. Eat first. 2. Add filling.

Answer

Put bread only.

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Random order

Question 2

To brush your teeth, a simple algorithm is:

Accepted Answer

Wet brush, add toothpaste, brush 2 minutes, rinse

Answer

Brush first, then wet

Answer

Rinse only

Answer

Eat candy

Question 3

What is the first step in writing an algorithm?

Accepted Answer

Understand the problem clearly

Answer

Start typing code

Answer

Guess the answer

Answer

Draw pictures only

Question 4

Which algorithm correctly tells a robot to move forward 3 steps?

Accepted Answer

1. Move forward. 2. Move forward. 3. Move forward.

Answer

Move forward once.

Answer

Turn left 3 times.

Answer

Jump 3 times.

Question 5

A simple algorithm to find the sum of two numbers is:

Accepted Answer

1. Take number A. 2. Take number B. 3. Add A and B.

Answer

1. Guess. 2. Check.

Answer

Multiply only.

Answer

Subtract only.

Question 6

Which is the best algorithm to make a cup of tea?

Accepted Answer

1. Boil water. 2. Add tea bag. 3. Pour water. 4. Add milk if wanted.

Answer

Random order of steps.

Answer

Only add milk.

Answer

Drink cold water.

Question 7

To check if a number is even, a simple algorithm is:

Accepted Answer

1. Divide by 2. 2. If remainder is 0, it is even.

Answer

1. Guess. 2. Add 2.

Answer

Multiply by 3.

Answer

Subtract 1.

Question 8

Write a simple algorithm to find the larger of two numbers A and B:

Accepted Answer

If A > B then A is larger, else B is larger.

Answer

Always choose A.

Answer

Add them.

Answer

Multiply them.

Question 9

A good algorithm for crossing the road safely is:

Accepted Answer

1. Look left. 2. Look right. 3. Look left again. 4. Cross if safe.

Answer

Run across.

Answer

Close eyes.

Answer

Cross without looking.

Question 10

Which algorithm correctly sorts two numbers from small to large?

Accepted Answer

1. Compare them. 2. Put smaller first.

Answer

Always put first number first.

Answer

Add them.

Answer

Guess.

Writing Simple Algorithms Practice Questions

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