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In the previous class, we have learnt about a block-based visual programming language i.e.
Scratch. It is used to create interactive stories, animations, games, etc. Let us recall some
previously done activities and learn more about them.
Code Area/Script Area Stage
Title Bar
Tab
Code
Blocks Sprite
Block
Palette
X and Y Coordinates
CODING BLOCKS
Coding blocks in Scratch are puzzle-piece shapes that are used to create codes.
There are six types of block shapes in Scratch, and each of them helps the user define steps
of animation related to the selected blocks. It also provides an interface to input the value of
movement or look of a sprite in a project.
Block Name Shape Function
This block helps to begin a script. It is shaped in
Hat Block Rounded top and such a way that we can place blocks below it.
bumped bottom
This block helps to place the other blocks
Stack Block Notch at the top and above and below it.
bumped bottom
This block is the condition block which has
Boolean Block either of the two values, "True" or "False", so it
Hexagonal shaped helps to take a decision.
Blocks in Scratch 75

