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Combining code blocks in a sequence

I can design a program that will combine different types of code block to control multiple sprites.

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Combining code blocks in a sequence

I can design a program that will combine different types of code block to control multiple sprites.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Different types of code block can be combined in a sequence.
  2. Backdrops can be used to change the appearance of a stage.
  3. A project can contain multiple sprites each with separate sequences of code blocks.

Keywords

  • Sequence - the order of commands in a program

  • Stage - the background of a project

  • Backdrop - an image shown on the stage

Common misconception

A sprite can only use one type of code block in a sequence.

A sprite can have sequences made up from multiple types of code block. For example, sound and motion code blocks can be combined.

This lesson focuses on the design element of the project, in the next lesson pupils move onto complete their designs. If pupils find designing upfront challenging, it may be a good idea to encourage pupils to work on designs in pairs.
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Equipment

All pupils require access to devices that have or can access the online version of Scratch. Starter programs are linked to the lesson and can be remixed as required.

Licence

This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2025), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).

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6 Questions

Q1.
What comes next in the order of this sequence? A BB CCC
Correct Answer: DDDD
Q2.
Each sprite has its own...
Correct answer: sounds
sprite
stage
Q3.
A precise set of ordered instructions is the definition of an ...?
Correct answer: algorithm
code block
sprite
stage
Q4.
Instrument sprites have musical __________ as sounds.
Correct answer: notes
blocks
keys
Q5.
Which code block should Laura use first if she wants to create this song? DD BB CC GG D
An image in a quiz
Correct Answer: An image in a quiz
An image in a quiz
An image in a quiz
An image in a quiz
Q6.
Playing more than one note at the same time makes a ...
Correct Answer: chord
Q5 image 1 Scratch Foundation under CC BY-SA 2.0 Q5 image 2 Scratch Foundation under CC BY-SA 2.0 Q5 image 3 Scratch Foundation under CC BY-SA 2.0 Q5 image 4 Scratch Foundation under CC BY-SA 2.0

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4 Questions

Q1.
You want a sprite to move 10 steps, play a sound and then turn clockwise 15 degrees when the green flag is clicked. Which code block would you use first?
An image in a quiz
An image in a quiz
Correct Answer: An image in a quiz
An image in a quiz
An image in a quiz
Q2.
The is where sprites will perform the actions of the blocks.
Correct Answer: stage
Q3.
What are the pictures called that change the appearance of the stage?
Correct answer: backdrop
picture
code block
sprite
Q4.
A sprite can only use one type of code block in a sequence.
true
Correct answer: false
Q1 image 1 Scratch Foundation under CC BY-SA 2.0 Q1 image 2 Screenshot © Scratch Foundation under CC BY-SA 2.0 Q1 image 3 Scratch Foundation under CC BY-SA 2.0 Q1 image 4 Screenshot © Scratch Foundation under CC BY-SA 2.0