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Let us learn about the components:

Menu Bar: This bar shows options like Settings,
File, Edit, Tutorials and Debug. The File option is QR QUEST
used to save or reopen your project. Tutorials Visit the given link
gives video lessons to learn from. to learn more about Scratch

Tabs: Three tabs are available: Window:
https://www.youtube.com/
Code: It contains the block categories and watch?v=CEnEq4FIxPA
blocks. Answer the given questions:

Costumes: It is used to change the appearance 1. Name two components of
of sprites and backdrops. the Scratch window.

Sounds: It is used to add or change sounds. 2. What is the purpose of the
�Scripts Area� in Scratch?
Block Palette: It is the area where all coding blocks
are found.

Block Categories: It contains the groups of blocks sorted by their function.
Sprite: It is the character in a project. The default sprite is a cat.

Script: It is a set of blocks joined together to tell a sprite what to do.

Stage: This is the place where projects run, like a theatre stage with sprites and
backdrops.
Sprite Pane: It shows details of sprites and backdrops. Sprites can be added,
deleted, resized or renamed here.

Coding Area: Space where blocks are dragged and joined to make a program.

Go Button and Stop Button: These are the buttons to start or stop a program.
Add Extension Button: It provides extra blocks and tools beyond the basic set.

RAPID RECALL Tick ( ) if you know this.

1. You can create your own stories and games in ScratchJr.

2. The characters in your project are called sprites.

BLOCKS IN SCRATCH

Blocks in Scratch are like jigsaw puzzle pieces. They connect vertically to create
code. Each block has a unique shape and slot. Simply drag them into the coding

area to build a script.

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