MCQ:1.

Mobile Applications
SET-1

1. Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of a mobile application?
a) To run exclusively on desktop computers
b) To operate only on web browsers
c) To function specifically on mobile devices like smartphones and tablets
d) To work solely with virtual reality headsets

2. What is a potential disadvantage of mobile applications?

a) They're accessible anytime, anywhere
b) They require frequent updates for compatibility
c) They offer fast and smooth user experiences
d) They're optimized for specific platforms

3. Which type of mobile application is developed strictly to run on a specific operating system?
a) Hybrid mobile applications
b) Progressive web applications
c) Cross-platform native mobile applications
d) Native mobile applications

4. What year did Apple release the first iPhone with new built-in apps like Maps and Weather?
a) 2002
b) 2007
c) 2012
d) 2017

5. Which of the following is NOT a major mobile app distribution platform?

a) Apple App Store
b) Google Play Store
c) Amazon App Store
d) Facebook App Center

6. What is the primary function of mobile app distribution platforms?

a) To develop mobile applications
b) To provide a bridge between developers and users
c) To create operating systems for mobile devices
d) To manufacture smartphones

7. Which company developed and maintains the App Store for iOS devices?
a) Google
b) Microsoft
 c) Apple
d) Amazon

8. What is a virtual assistant?

a) A human employee who works remotely
b) A software application using AI and NLP to understand and respond to user queries
c) A physical robot designed to assist with household tasks
d) A customer service representative available via chat

9. Which of the following is NOT a well-known virtual assistant?

a) Google Assistant
b) Amazon Alexa
c) Apple Siri
d) Facebook Helper

10. When was Google Assistant officially launched?

a) 2012
b) 2014
c) 2016
d) 2018

11. How can users typically activate Google Assistant?

a) By shaking the device
b) By saying "Hey Google" or "OK Google"
c) By double-tapping the screen
d) By pressing a dedicated physical button

12. Which of the following is NOT a key feature of Google Assistant?

a) Voice commands
b) Task management
c) Device control
d) Physical home cleaning

13. What company originally developed Siri before it was acquired by Apple?
a) Microsoft
b) Google
c) SRI International
d) Amazon

14. In what year did Apple integrate Siri into the iPhone?
a) 2007
b) 2009
c) 2011
d) 2013
15. Which of the following is a unique feature of Siri compared to Google Assistant?
a) Voice activation
b) Integration with Apple's ecosystem (e.g., Apple Music, Apple Maps)
c) Ability to set reminders
d) Multilingual support

16. How do mobile applications differ from traditional software applications?

a) Mobile apps are designed specifically for mobile devices
b) Mobile apps can only be used offline
c) Traditional software can only be used on desktops
d) Mobile apps are always free, while traditional software is paid

17. What is a potential advantage of using a virtual assistant like Siri or Google Assistant?
a) It can physically perform household chores
b) It eliminates the need for a smartphone
c) It allows for hands-free operation of various device functions
d) It guarantees 100% accuracy in all responses

18. How have mobile applications evolved since their early days?
a) They've become less interactive
b) They now incorporate technologies like AR, VR, and AI
c) They're no longer available on app stores
d) They can only be used on a single type of device

19. What role do app distribution platforms play in app monetization?

a) They directly pay developers for each download
b) They provide tools for in-app advertising and purchases
c) They prohibit any form of app monetization
d) They require all apps to be free

20. How do virtual assistants like Siri and Google Assistant contribute to accessibility?
a) They only work for people without disabilities
b) They provide voice control and other features to assist users with disabilities
c) They are designed exclusively for users with visual impairments
d) They have no impact on accessibility features
Answer:

1. c) To function specifically on mobile devices like smartphones and tablets

2. b) They require frequent updates for compatibility
3. d) Native mobile applications
4. b) 2007
5. d) Facebook App Center
6. b) To provide a bridge between developers and users
7. c) Apple
8. b) A software application using AI and NLP to understand and respond to user queries
9. d) Facebook Helper
10. c) 2016
11. b) By saying "Hey Google" or "OK Google"
12. d) Physical home cleaning
13. c) SRI International
14. c) 2011
15. b) Integration with Apple's ecosystem (e.g., Apple Music, Apple Maps)
16. a) Mobile apps are designed specifically for mobile devices
17. c) It allows for hands-free operation of various device functions
18. b) They now incorporate technologies like AR, VR, and AI
19. b) They provide tools for in-app advertising and purchases
20. b) They provide voice control and other features to assist users with disabilities

SET-2

1. What is a mobile application?

a) A software program designed to run on desktop computers
b) A software program designed to run on mobile devices
c) A hardware component of smartphones
d) A type of mobile operating system

2. Which of the following is NOT an advantage of mobile applications?

a) Accessible anytime, anywhere on mobile devices
b) Optimized for specific platforms
c) Access to device-specific functionalities
d) No need for frequent updates

3. What are the four main types of mobile applications mentioned in the text?
 a) Native, Cross-Platform Native, Hybrid, and Progressive Web Applications
b) iOS, Android, Windows, and Blackberry
c) Games, Social Media, Productivity, and Entertainment
d) Free, Paid, Freemium, and Subscription-based

4. Which type of mobile application is developed strictly to run on the operating system of the
target device?
a) Cross-Platform Native Applications
b) Hybrid Mobile Applications
c) Native Mobile Applications
d) Progressive Web Applications

5. What programming languages are typically used to develop Hybrid Mobile Applications?
a) Java and Kotlin
b) Swift and Objective-C
c) C++ and Python
d) HTML5 and JavaScript

6. In which year did Apple release the first iPhone with built-in apps?
a) 2002
b) 2007
c) 2008
d) 2012

7. What was the significance of the launch of the App Store in 2008?
a) It was the first smartphone ever created
b) It introduced the concept of third-party apps
c) It marked the end of feature phones
d) It was the first time apps were free to download

8. What are mobile app distribution platforms?

a) Physical stores where you can buy mobile phones
b) Online marketplaces for uploading and distributing mobile apps
c) Companies that develop mobile applications
d) Platforms for creating mobile apps

9. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a popular mobile app distribution platform?
a) Google Play Store
b) Apple App Store
c) Microsoft Store
d) Netflix

10. What was Google Play Store formerly known as?

a) Android Market
 b) Google Apps
c) Play Market
d) Google Store

11. What is a virtual assistant?

a) A human employee who works remotely
b) A software application using AI and NLP to understand and respond to user queries
c) A hardware device for voice recognition
d) A mobile app for scheduling appointments

12. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a well-known virtual assistant?

a) Google Assistant
b) Amazon Alexa
c) Apple Siri
d) Facebook Portal

13. When was Google Assistant officially launched?

a) May 18, 2012
b) May 18, 2014
c) May 18, 2016
d) May 18, 2018

14. What is the typical activation phrase for Google Assistant?

a) "Hey Siri"
b) "Alexa"
c) "OK Google" or "Hey Google"
d) "Hi Cortana"

15. Which company developed Siri?

a) Google
b) Amazon
c) Microsoft
d) Apple

16. On which Apple device was Siri first integrated?

a) iPhone 3G
b) iPhone 4
c) iPhone 4S
d) iPad 2

17. What is a key difference between mobile applications and application software?
a) Mobile applications are free, while application software is paid
b) Mobile applications are designed specifically for mobile devices, while application software
can run on various computing devices
 c) Mobile applications are always online, while application software works offline
d) Mobile applications are only for entertainment, while application software is for productivity

18. Which of the following is a feature of both Google Assistant and Siri?
a) Exclusive availability on Android devices
b) Integration with HomeKit-compatible smart home devices
c) Ability to send messages and make calls
d) Developed by the same company

19. What recent technological advancements are mentioned as influencing the evolution of
mobile applications in the 2020s?
a) 5G networks and foldable screens
b) Quantum computing and blockchain
c) AR, VR, AI, and IoT
d) Holographic displays and mind-control interfaces

20. What is an "Instant app" as mentioned in the history of mobile applications?

a) An app that installs instantly on any device
b) An app that loads quickly due to its small size
c) An app that doesn't require a download to use
d) An app that is instantly popular upon release

Key:
1. b) A software program designed to run on mobile devices
2. d) No need for frequent updates
3. a) Native, Cross-Platform Native, Hybrid, and Progressive Web Applications
4. c) Native Mobile Applications
5. d) HTML5 and JavaScript
6. b) 2007
7. b) It introduced the concept of third-party apps
8. b) Online marketplaces for uploading and distributing mobile apps
9. d) Netflix
10. a) Android Market
11. b) A software application using AI and NLP to understand and respond to user queries
12. d) Facebook Portal
13. c) May 18, 2016
14. c) "OK Google" or "Hey Google"
15. d) Apple
16. c) iPhone 4S
 17. b) Mobile applications are designed specifically for mobile devices, while application
software can run on various computing devices
18. c) Ability to send messages and make calls
19. c) AR, VR, AI, and IoT
20. c) An app that doesn't require a download to use

SET-3
1. What is a mobile application primarily designed for?
a) Desktop computers
b) Smartphones and tablets
c) Gaming consoles
d) Smart TVs

2. Which of the following is NOT an advantage of mobile applications?

a) Accessible anytime, anywhere
b) Optimized for specific platforms
c) Access to device-specific functionalities
d) No need for frequent updates

3. What type of mobile application is developed strictly for a specific operating system?
a) Hybrid mobile applications
b) Progressive web applications
c) Native mobile applications
d) Cross-platform native mobile applications

4. Which year saw the launch of the first ever third-party app store?
a) 2002
b) 2007
c) 2008
d) 2012

5. What is the primary function of mobile app distribution platforms?

a) Develop mobile applications
b) Manufacture smartphones
c) Distribute and sell mobile apps
d) Provide internet services

6. Which of the following is NOT a popular mobile app distribution platform?

a) Google Play Store
b) Apple App Store
c) Amazon Appstore
d) Microsoft Office Store
7. What was Google Play Store formerly known as?
a) Android Market
b) Google Apps
c) Play Center
d) Google Store

8. Which company developed and maintains the App Store?

a) Google
b) Microsoft
c) Apple
d) Amazon

9. What technology do virtual assistants primarily use to understand user queries?

a) Blockchain
b) Virtual Reality
c) Artificial Intelligence and Natural Language Processing
d) 5G networks

10. Which of the following is NOT a well-known virtual assistant?

a) Google Assistant
b) Amazon Alexa
c) Apple Siri
d) Facebook Helper

11. When was Google Assistant officially launched?

a) 2012
b) 2014
c) 2016
d) 2018

12. What phrase is commonly used to activate Google Assistant?

a) "Hello Google"
b) "Hey Google"
c) "Start Google"
d) "Google, please"

13. Which of the following is NOT a key feature of Google Assistant?

a) Voice commands
b) Task management
c) Device control
d) Physical robot assistance

14. What was Siri originally developed as part of?

 a) The iPhone project
b) The CALO project
c) The Apple AI initiative
d) The iCloud service

15. In which year did Apple acquire Siri Inc.?

a) 2007
b) 2010
c) 2011
d) 2013

16. Which of the following devices does NOT have Siri integration?
a) iPhone
b) Apple Watch
c) HomePod
d) Android smartphones

17. What distinguishes progressive web applications from other types of mobile apps?
a) They require installation from an app store
b) They are only available on iOS devices
c) They run in a web browser without installation
d) They are developed using only Java

18. Which early mobile application is famously associated with Nokia phones?
a) Tetris
b) Snake
c) Pong
d) Pac-Man

19. What significant change occurred in the mobile app industry in 2019?
a) The first smartphone was invented
b) Google Play Store was launched
c) Instant apps were introduced
d) Virtual reality became standard in all apps

20. How do mobile app distribution platforms help developers monetize their apps?
a) By providing free marketing services
b) By offering in-app advertising and in-app purchase options
c) By guaranteeing a minimum number of downloads
d) By paying developers a fixed salary

Keys:
1. b) Smartphones and tablets
2. d) No need for frequent updates
3. c) Native mobile applications
4. c) 2008
5. c) Distribute and sell mobile apps
6. d) Microsoft Office Store
7. a) Android Market
8. c) Apple
9. c) Artificial Intelligence and Natural Language Processing
10. d) Facebook Helper
11. c) 2016
12. b) "Hey Google"
13. d) Physical robot assistance
14. b) The CALO project
15. b) 2010
16. d) Android smartphones
17. c) They run in a web browser without installation
18. b) Snake
19. c) Instant apps were introduced
20. b) By offering in-app advertising and in-app purchase options