Micro:Bit

Question 1

What do the twenty five programmable LEDs do on a Micro:Bit?

Answer 1

The LEDs can be programmed to display light in the form of text, numbers or the object in simple games.

Question 2

What do the two buttons on a Micro:Bit do?

Answer 2

These can be independently programmed to produce different actions when pressed and they can also be programmed to produce actions if pressed together.

Question 3

What are the Input / Output Connectors do on a Micro:Bit?

Answer 3

These different devices can be attached to the Micro:Bit like a monitor or speaker.

Question 4

What does a USB Connector do on a Micro:Bit?

Answer 4

The USB Connector enables the Micro:Bit to connect to the PC in order to put your programs onto it.

Question 5

What does the Reset Button do on a Micro:Bit?

Answer 5

The Reset Button on a Micro:Bit is used to reset / restart your program, when it is used.

Question 6

What does the Battery Connection do on a Micro:Bit?

Answer 6

The Battery Connection can be used to connect the battery pack so you can use the Micro:Bit as a mobile device.

Question 7

What does the Bluetooth Antenna do on a Micro:Bit?

Answer 7

The Bluetooth Antenna enables the Micro:Bit to connect to devices wirelessly.

Question 8

What does a Compass do on a Micro:Bit?

Answer 8

A Compass can be used to create programs which requires data about which way the Micro:Bit is facing.

Question 9

What does an Accelerometer do on a Micro:Bit?

Answer 9

An Accelerometer can be used to sense movements in the Micro:Bit device.