Cloud Application Development Questions

What is cloud application development?

a) Building applications that run on physical servers
b) Building applications that run on local networks
c) Building applications that run on cloud platforms
d) Building applications that run on smartphones
Answer: c) Building applications that run on cloud platforms

Which technology is commonly used for developing web applications?

a) Flask
b) Docker
c) Kubernetes
d) Python
Answer: d) Python

Which web framework is used for developing web applications with Python?
a) Django
b) Flask
c) React
d) Angular
Answer: b) Flask

What is IBM DB2?

a) A cloud storage service
b) A cloud database service
c) A cloud container service
d) A cloud AI service
Answer: b) A cloud database service

Which IBM cloud service is used for storing and retrieving objects and unstructured data?
a) IBM DB2
b) IBM Object Storage
c) IBM Watson Assistant
d) IBM Kubernetes
Answer: b) IBM Object Storage

Which IBM cloud service is used for building chatbots and virtual assistants?
a) IBM DB2
b) IBM Object Storage
c) IBM Watson Assistant
d) IBM Kubernetes
Answer: c) IBM Watson Assistant

What is containerization in cloud application development?

a) The process of deploying applications on physical servers
b) The process of packaging applications with their dependencies
c) The process of building cloud-native applications
d) The process of developing applications for smartphones
Answer: b) The process of packaging applications with their dependencies
Which technology is commonly used for containerizing applications?
a) Flask
b) Docker
c) Kubernetes
d) Python
Answer: b) Docker

What is the purpose of IBM Container Registry?

a) To store and manage container images
b) To build cloud-native applications
c) To develop web applications
d) To create virtual machines
Answer: a) To store and manage container images

Which IBM cloud service is used for managing containerized applications at scale?
a) IBM DB2
b) IBM Object Storage
c) IBM Watson Assistant
d) IBM Kubernetes
Answer: d) IBM Kubernetes

Which programming language is commonly used for cloud application development?

a) Java
b) C++
c) Python
d) Ruby
Answer: c) Python

What is the primary purpose of using a web framework in cloud application development?
a) To provide internet connectivity to the application
b) To enhance the security of the application
c) To simplify the development process
d) To analyze data from the application
Answer: c) To simplify the development process

Which database service is commonly used for cloud application development?

a) IBM DB2
b) MySQL
c) PostgreSQL
d) SQLite
Answer: b) MySQL

Which cloud service is used for storing and managing structured data in the cloud?
a) IBM DB2
b) IBM Object Storage
c) IBM Watson Assistant
d) IBM Kubernetes
Answer: a) IBM DB2

What is the primary purpose of using object storage in cloud application development?
a) To store and manage container images
b) To build cloud-native applications
c) To store and retrieve objects and unstructured data
d) To develop web applications
Answer: c) To store and retrieve objects and unstructured data

Which cloud service is used for building chatbots and virtual assistants?
a) IBM DB2
b) IBM Object Storage
c) IBM Watson Assistant
d) IBM Kubernetes
Answer: c) IBM Watson Assistant

What is the main advantage of containerizing applications in cloud development?

a) Reduced resource utilization
b) Increased security
c) Improved performance
d) Portability across different environments
Answer: d) Portability across different environments

Which technology is commonly used for container orchestration in cloud application development?
a) Flask
b) Docker
c) Kubernetes
d) Python
Answer: c) Kubernetes

What is the purpose of the IBM Container Registry?

a) To store and manage container images
b) To build cloud-native applications
c) To develop web applications
d) To create virtual machines
Answer: a) To store and manage container images

Which cloud service is used for managing containerized applications at scale?

a) IBM DB2
b) IBM Object Storage
c) IBM Watson Assistant
d) IBM Kubernetes
Answer: d) IBM Kubernetes

What is the role of a web framework in cloud application development?

a) To manage cloud resources
b) To create virtual machines
c) To facilitate the development of web applications
d) To store and retrieve objects in the cloud
Answer: c) To facilitate the development of web applications

What is the purpose of using a database service in cloud application development?

a) To store and manage container images
b) To build cloud-native applications
c) To store and retrieve data in the cloud
d) To create virtual machines
Answer: c) To store and retrieve data in the cloud

What is IBM Container Registry?

a) An online marketplace for purchasing container images
b) A cloud-based service for building and managing containers
c) A registry for storing and distributing container images in IBM Cloud
d) A platform for running containerized applications on IBM servers
Answer: c) A registry for storing and distributing container images in IBM Cloud

What is the primary purpose of a container registry?

a) To manage containers' runtime environments
b) To orchestrate container deployments
c) To store and version container images
d) To monitor container resource utilization
Answer: c) To store and version container images

What does AI stand for in modern technology?

a) Advanced Interactions
b) Artificial Intelligence
c) Advanced Inventions
d) Automated Internet
Answer: b) Artificial Intelligence

Which modern technology has transformed the way we consume books, music, and other forms of media?
a) Vinyl records
b) VCRs (Video Cassette Recorders)
c) CDs (Compact Discs)
d) Digital streaming services
Answer: d) Digital streaming services

What is the primary purpose of modern medical technology?

a) To make medical treatments more painful for patients
b) To reduce the accuracy of medical diagnoses
c) To improve the quality of healthcare and save lives
d) To increase the cost of medical services
Answer: c) To improve the quality of healthcare and save lives

How has modern technology impacted the global economy?

a) By reducing productivity and efficiency
b) By creating job opportunities in traditional sectors
c) By limiting international trade and collaborations
d) By fostering innovation and driving economic growth
Answer: d) By fostering innovation and driving economic growth

What is the role of HTML in web-app development?

a) It defines the presentation and layout of a web page.
b) It handles server-side interactions and data storage.
c) It defines the structure and content of a web page.
d) It manages the client-side scripting for user interactions.
Answer: c) It defines the structure and content of a web page.

What is Kubernetes?
a) An open-source container orchestration platform
b) A cloud-based virtualization service
c) A database management system
d) An operating system for IBM servers
Answer: a) An open-source container orchestration platform

How does Kubernetes manage containerized applications?

a) By automatically scaling the number of containers based on demand
b) By creating isolated virtual machines for each container
c) By orchestrating the deployment, scaling, and management of containers
d) By providing a graphical user interface for managing containers
Answer: c) By orchestrating the deployment, scaling, and management of containers

What is the primary benefit of using IBM Kubernetes Service (IKS)?

a) It provides a cloud-based registry for storing container images
b) It automates the deployment of virtual machines in the cloud
c) It simplifies the process of building container images
d) It allows easy management of containerized applications on IBM Cloud
Answer: d) It allows easy management of containerized applications on IBM Cloud

In Kubernetes, what is a "Pod"?

a) A group of containers that share the same network namespace
b) A single container running on a Kubernetes cluster
c) A virtual machine instance in the cloud
d) A configuration file that defines Kubernetes resources
Answer: a) A group of containers that share the same network namespace

What is a "Deployment" in Kubernetes?

a) A configuration file that defines the resources required for a containerized application
b) A mechanism to horizontally scale pods to meet demand
c) A set of rules for managing container access and security
d) A single container that runs a specific microservice
Answer: a) A configuration file that defines the resources required for a containerized application

Which programming language is primarily used for adding interactivity and dynamic content to web pages?
a) HTML
b) CSS
c) JavaScript
d) Python
Answer: c) JavaScript

What does CSS stand for in web development?

a) Creative Style Sheets
b) Computer Style Sheets
c) Cascading Style Sheets
d) Complex Style Sheets
Answer: c) Cascading Style Sheets

What is the purpose of a responsive web design?

a) To improve the website's search engine ranking
b) To make the website load faster on mobile devices
c) To adapt the layout and design based on the user's device and screen size
d) To reduce the number of web pages required for a website
Answer: c) To adapt the layout and design based on the user's device and screen size
Which of the following tools can be used for version control and collaborative web development?
a) Visual Studio Code
b) GitHub
c) Notepad++
d) Sublime Text
Answer: b) GitHub

What is the purpose of using the "DOCTYPE" declaration in HTML?

a) It declares the programming language used in the web page.
b) It specifies the character encoding for the web page.
c) It defines the document type and version of HTML being used.
d) It provides a reference to external JavaScript files.
Answer: c) It defines the document type and version of HTML being used.

Which web development concept ensures that data submitted by users through a form is secure and cannot be
easily tampered with?
a) Cross-site Scripting (XSS) prevention
b) Cross-Origin Resource Sharing (CORS)
c) Secure Sockets Layer (SSL)
d) Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) protection
Answer: d) Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) protection

Which HTTP method is used when requesting data from a server in a web app?
a) POST
b) DELETE
c) GET
d) UPDATE
Answer: c) GET

Which database language is commonly used in web development for querying and manipulating data?
a) SQL (Structured Query Language)
b) XML (eXtensible Markup Language)
c) JSON (JavaScript Object Notation)
d) HTML (Hypertext Markup Language)
Answer: a) SQL (Structured Query Language)

In a client-server architecture, what is the role of the client in web-app development?

a) It hosts the web application and serves data to clients.
b) It stores the database and processes server-side logic.
c) It is the user's device that interacts with the web application.
d) It manages the server's network connections and security.
Answer: c) It is the user's device that interacts with the web application.

Which of the following is NOT a JavaScript framework or library used in web development?
a) React
b) Angular
c) Django
d) Vue.js
Answer: c) Django

Which web development tool is used for inspecting and debugging web pages, as well as testing
responsiveness?
a) Chrome Developer Tools
b) Adobe Photoshop
c) Notepad++
d) jQuery
Answer: a) Chrome Developer Tools

What is a "session" in web app development?

a) It is a CSS class that applies specific styles to elements.
b) It is a way to store user-specific information across multiple requests.
c) It is a JavaScript function that performs a specific task.
d) It is a version control system used to manage web app code.
Answer: b) It is a way to store user-specific information across multiple requests.

Which file format is commonly used for storing and exchanging data in web applications?
a) MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer III)
b) GIF (Graphics Interchange Format)
c) XML (eXtensible Markup Language)
d) CSV (Comma-Separated Values)
Answer: c) XML (eXtensible Markup Language)

What is a "RESTful API" in web development?

a) A way to style web pages using CSS
b) A programming language used for server-side logic
c) A set of rules and conventions for building web services
d) A database management system for web apps
Answer: c) A set of rules and conventions for building web services

Which web development concept ensures that users with disabilities can access and navigate web
applications?
a) Responsive design
b) Accessibility
c) Load balancing
d) API integration
Answer: b) Accessibility

What is the purpose of "AJAX" in web development?

a) To create dynamic animations on web pages
b) To load web pages faster
c) To enable asynchronous data exchange between the server and the web page
d) To manage authentication and user sessions
Answer: c) To enable asynchronous data exchange between the server and the web page

What is the role of a web server in web-app development?

a) To manage client-side scripting and interactivity
b) To store and retrieve data from a database
c) To host the web application and serve web pages to clients
d) To control the layout and design of web pages
Answer: c) To host the web application and serve web pages to clients

Which scripting language is commonly used in server-side web development?

a) JavaScript
b) Python
c) TypeScript
d) C#
Answer: b) Python

What is the purpose of using a "CSS preprocessor" in web development?

a) To minify and compress CSS files for faster loading
b) To add interactive features to web pages
c) To improve accessibility and SEO ranking
d) To write CSS in a more organized and maintainable way
Answer: d) To write CSS in a more organized and maintainable way

What is Flask?
a) A web development framework for Java
b) A lightweight and flexible Python web framework
c) A cloud computing platform
d) A database management system
Answer: b) A lightweight and flexible Python web framework

Which Python module needs to be installed before using Flask?

a) requests
b) flask
c) sqlalchemy
d) sqlite3
Answer: b) flask

What is the purpose of the following Flask code?

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from flask import Flask
app = Flask(__name__)
a) It creates a new Flask application.
b) It installs Flask on the server.
c) It imports Flask module and creates a Flask instance.
d) It configures the Flask application.

Answer: c) It imports Flask module and creates a Flask instance.

In Flask, what is the route decorator used for?

a) To specify the path of a static file in the project
b) To create a link to another web page
c) To define the behavior of the server when a specific URL is accessed
d) To manage the layout and design of the web application
Answer: c) To define the behavior of the server when a specific URL is accessed

Which HTTP method is used to retrieve data from the server using Flask?
a) POST
b) GET
c) DELETE
d) UPDATE
Answer: b) GET

How do you render HTML content from a Flask route?

a) Use the flask.render_html() function
b) Embed HTML directly within the route function
c) Return a string of HTML content from the route function
d) Call a separate HTML file using flask.render_template()
Answer: d) Call a separate HTML file using flask.render_template()

What is the purpose of the following Flask code?

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@app.route('/hello/<name>')
def greet(name):
return f"Hello, {name}!"
a) It defines a new route for displaying a greeting message.
b) It installs a new Flask extension for handling names.
c) It creates a new Flask application named "hello".
d) It imports the "name" module for Flask.

Answer: a) It defines a new route for displaying a greeting message.

How can you access form data submitted from a POST request in Flask?
a) Using the flask.request.get_data() method
b) By accessing the flask.request.form dictionary
c) Using the flask.request.post_data() method
d) By accessing the flask.request.data attribute
Answer: b) By accessing the flask.request.form dictionary

What is the purpose of Flask's redirect function?

a) To redirect users to a different website
b) To display an error page to users
c) To redirect users to another route within the same Flask application
d) To load static files like CSS and JavaScript
Answer: c) To redirect users to another route within the same Flask application

What does the term "Jinja2" refer to in the context of Flask?

a) A web server used to host Flask applications
b) A template engine used for rendering HTML in Flask templates
c) A JavaScript library for front-end development in Flask
d) A database management system supported by Flask
Answer: b) A template engine used for rendering HTML in Flask templates

How can you set a Flask route to handle both GET and POST requests?
a) Use the @app.route() decorator with methods=['GET', 'POST']
b) Use the @app.get_post() decorator
c) Define separate route functions for GET and POST requests
d) Use the @app.route() decorator with method='BOTH'
Answer: a) Use the @app.route() decorator with methods=['GET', 'POST']

What is the purpose of Flask's url_for function?

a) To fetch data from an external API
b) To generate a URL for a specific Flask route based on its name
c) To create a new URL for hosting a Flask application
d) To display a URL in the web browser's address bar
Answer: b) To generate a URL for a specific Flask route based on its name

How can you access query parameters from a URL in Flask?

a) By using the flask.request.get_query() method
b) By accessing the flask.request.args dictionary
c) By using the flask.request.query_params attribute
d) By accessing the flask.request.query dictionary
Answer: b) By accessing the flask.request.args dictionary

In the context of Flask, what is the purpose of the static folder?

a) To store JavaScript files for the web application
b) To store CSS files for the web application
c) To store images, stylesheets, and JavaScript files for the web application
d) To store HTML templates used in Flask views
Answer: c) To store images, stylesheets, and JavaScript files for the web application

How can you run a Flask application on a public server to make it accessible over the internet?
a) By using the flask run command on the server's terminal
b) By copying the Flask code to the server's root directory
c) By using the gunicorn command followed by the app's filename
d) By hosting the Flask application on a local machine only, not on a public server
Answer: c) By using the gunicorn command followed by the app's filename

What is IBM DB2?

a) A programming language
b) A cloud computing platform
c) A relational database management system
d) An operating system
Answer: c) A relational database management system

Which of the following statements is true about IBM DB2?

a) It is an open-source database management system.
b) It is primarily designed for small-scale applications.
c) It is commonly used for data analytics and big data processing.
d) It only supports SQL for data manipulation.
Answer: c) It is commonly used for data analytics and big data processing.

What is the role of the Database Manager in IBM DB2?

a) To manage user authentication and access control
b) To manage the storage and retrieval of data on disk
c) To handle network communication between clients and the database
d) To manage the database's schema and data definition
Answer: a) To manage user authentication and access control

Which SQL statement is used to retrieve data from a database table in IBM DB2?
a) INSERT
b) DELETE
c) SELECT
d) UPDATE
Answer: c) SELECT

What is a "buffer pool" in IBM DB2?

a) A memory area used to store SQL queries
b) A temporary storage space for backup files
c) A cache for frequently accessed data pages from disk
d) A data structure used to store complex data types
Answer: c) A cache for frequently accessed data pages from disk

Which component in IBM DB2 handles transaction management and ensures data integrity?
a) DB2 Connect
b) SQL Processor
c) Data Recovery Expert
d) Recovery and Lock Management
Answer: d) Recovery and Lock Management

How does IBM DB2 handle concurrent access to data by multiple users?
a) It uses multithreading to allow multiple users to access data simultaneously.
b) It employs a locking mechanism to prevent multiple users from accessing the same data simultaneously.
c) It limits the number of users who can access the database concurrently.
d) It automatically queues requests from multiple users to access data one at a time.
Answer: b) It employs a locking mechanism to prevent multiple users from accessing the same data
simultaneously.

What is the purpose of the "db2diag.log" file in IBM DB2?

a) To store the actual data of the database
b) To record information about database connections and transactions
c) To track changes made to the database schema
d) To store SQL queries submitted to the database
Answer: b) To record information about database connections and transactions

Which utility in IBM DB2 is used to perform backup and restore operations?
a) db2audit
b) db2dart
c) db2move
d) db2backup
Answer: d) db2backup

In IBM DB2, which of the following commands is used to create a new database?
a) CREATE DATABASE
b) MAKE DATABASE
c) ADD DATABASE
d) NEW DATABASE
Answer: a) CREATE DATABASE

What is IBM Object Storage?

a) A database management system
b) A cloud-based data storage service
c) An on-premise data center solution
d) An operating system for IBM servers
Answer: b) A cloud-based data storage service

In IBM Object Storage, data is organized into objects. What is an object?

a) A binary file stored on a local machine
b) A record in a relational database
c) A unit of data that contains the data itself, metadata, and a unique identifier
d) A virtual machine running on a cloud server
Answer: c) A unit of data that contains the data itself, metadata, and a unique identifier
Which of the following is a characteristic of IBM Object Storage?
a) Structured data storage
b) Low-cost, long-term archival storage
c) Real-time data processing
d) Database management capabilities
Answer: b) Low-cost, long-term archival storage

How is data accessed in IBM Object Storage?

a) Using SQL queries
b) Via direct file paths
c) Through a web-based API
d) By running MapReduce jobs
Answer: c) Through a web-based API

What is the standard API used to interact with IBM Object Storage?
a) SQL API
b) SOAP API
c) REST API
d) XML-RPC API
Answer: c) REST API

How does IBM Object Storage ensure data durability?

a) By replicating data across multiple data centers
b) By compressing data before storing it
c) By encrypting data at rest and in transit
d) By indexing data for faster retrieval
Answer: a) By replicating data across multiple data centers

Which of the following is a storage class in IBM Object Storage that provides high durability and availability
with low-cost storage?
a) Standard
b) Glacier
c) Nearline
d) Coldline
Answer: c) Nearline

What is the maximum size limit for an individual object stored in IBM Object Storage?
a) 1 GB
b) 10 GB
c) 100 GB
d) There is no maximum size limit
Answer: d) There is no maximum size limit

How is data redundancy managed in IBM Object Storage?

a) Data is automatically duplicated to multiple data centers.
b) Data is manually copied by administrators to ensure redundancy.
c) Data is automatically mirrored within the same data center.
d) Data redundancy is not supported in IBM Object Storage.
Answer: a) Data is automatically duplicated to multiple data centers.

Which feature in IBM Object Storage allows users to restore previous versions of objects?
a) Object Versioning
b) Object Snapshots
c) Object Replication
d) Object Archiving
Answer: a) Object Versioning

How does IBM Object Storage handle data at rest encryption?

a) IBM Object Storage does not support data at rest encryption.
b) Data at rest encryption is handled by the user's operating system.
c) Data at rest encryption is enabled automatically for all objects.
d) Users need to enable data at rest encryption using the provided options.
Answer: d) Users need to enable data at rest encryption using the provided options.

Which of the following is NOT a geographic region where IBM Object Storage service is available?
a) North America
b) Europe
c) Asia
d) Antarctica
Answer: d) Antarctica

What is IBM Watson Assistant?

a) A cloud-based data storage service
b) A virtual personal assistant for IBM employees
c) An AI-powered chatbot and virtual assistant platform
d) A customer relationship management (CRM) tool
Answer: c) An AI-powered chatbot and virtual assistant platform

In IBM Watson Assistant, what are "intents"?

a) The underlying algorithms that power the chatbot
b) The user's intentions or goals in a conversation
c) The platform's internal memory to store user information
d) The speech-to-text and text-to-speech capabilities
Answer: b) The user's intentions or goals in a conversation

What is the purpose of "slots" in the context of IBM Watson Assistant?

a) To store user credentials and personal information securely
b) To represent user locations in a conversation
c) To collect and validate user input for specific entities
d) To group similar intents together for better organization
Answer: c) To collect and validate user input for specific entities

Which integration option allows developers to embed the chatbot into web or mobile applications?
a) Speech-to-Text Integration
b) Text-to-Speech Integration
c) Web Widget Integration
d) Facebook Messenger Integration
Answer: c) Web Widget Integration

In IBM Watson Assistant, how do you train the chatbot to respond to user queries accurately?
a) By providing a predefined list of responses for each intent
b) By manually coding the desired responses for each user query
c) By creating a dialogue flow that guides the conversation
d) By using machine learning to learn from user interactions and feedback
Answer: a) By providing a predefined list of responses for each intent
What is the purpose of using "context variables" in IBM Watson Assistant?
a) To store user-specific information across multiple conversations
b) To track the user's geographical location
c) To translate user input into multiple languages
d) To perform sentiment analysis on user responses
Answer: a) To store user-specific information across multiple conversations

Which component of IBM Watson Assistant is responsible for defining the conversation flow and interaction
with the user?
a) Language Translator
b) Intent Classifier
c) Dialog Flow
d) Language Generation
Answer: c) Dialog Flow

What is the benefit of using IBM Watson Assistant's "system entities"?

a) They allow chatbots to perform system-level tasks such as data backup and recovery.
b) They automatically handle common entities like dates, times, and numbers.
c) They enable multi-language support for chatbot conversations.
d) They provide access to IBM Watson's cloud services.
Answer: b) They automatically handle common entities like dates, times, and numbers.

Which IBM Watson Assistant integration allows users to interact with the chatbot through voice commands?
a) Slack Integration
b) Twilio Integration
c) Amazon Alexa Integration
d) WhatsApp Integration
Answer: c) Amazon Alexa Integration

Which feature in IBM Watson Assistant enables seamless handoff from the chatbot to a human agent when
necessary?
a) Fallback Responses
b) Context Variables
c) Dialog Flow
d) Human Handoff
Answer: d) Human Handoff

Which technology is commonly used for containerization?

a) Virtual Machines (VMs)
b) Docker
c) Kubernetes
d) Apache Tomcat
Answer: b) Docker

What is the primary advantage of containerization for application deployment?

a) Reduced application complexity
b) Increased hardware utilization
c) Improved database management
d) Faster and consistent deployment across different environments
Answer: d) Faster and consistent deployment across different environments

How do containers differ from virtual machines (VMs)?

a) Containers are more resource intensive than VMs.
b) Containers are hardware-independent, while VMs require specific hardware configurations.
c) Containers run on a hypervisor, while VMs run directly on the host operating system.
d) Containers share the host OS kernel, while VMs have their own OS and kernel.
Answer: d) Containers share the host OS kernel, while VMs have their own OS and kernel.