Go with the flow

In this lesson, we will explore how 'if... then... else...' statements are used to direct the flow of a program. We will then use this learning to create a fortune teller project to run on a micro:bit.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.What do you use the emulator for?

1/3

Q2.When do you flash a program?

2/3

Q3.Which input devices have been introduced in this lesson? (tick 2)

Select two (2) boxes

3/3

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Quiz:

Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.What do you use the emulator for?

1/3

Q2.When do you flash a program?

2/3

Q3.Which input devices have been introduced in this lesson? (tick 2)

Select two (2) boxes

3/3

Video

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Worksheet

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Go with the flow

Image Credits: makecode microbit org

Q1.Using the flow diagram below, which object has not got an engine, but can fly?

1/3

Q2.What would be displayed on the LEDs if button A is pressed?

2/3

Q3.What text would be displayed if number 3 was generated?

3/3

This quiz includes images that don't have any alt text - please contact your teacher who should be able to help you with an audio description.

Quiz:

Go with the flow

Image Credits: makecode microbit org

Q1.Using the flow diagram below, which object has not got an engine, but can fly?

1/3

Q2.What would be displayed on the LEDs if button A is pressed?

2/3

Q3.What text would be displayed if number 3 was generated?

3/3

Lesson summary: Go with the flow

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