Software Engineering – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. 1. What is the primary goal of Software Engineering?

   • A. To create high-quality software that meets user needs
   • B. To write code quickly
   • C. To use the latest technology
   • D. To minimize development costs

2. 2. What is the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)?

   • A. A linear sequence of steps in software development
   • B. A cyclical process for developing software
   • C. A framework defining the tasks performed at each step in the software development process
   • D. A method for testing software

3. 3. Which of the following is a common SDLC model?

   • A. Waterfall
   • B. Agile
   • C. Spiral
   • D. V-model

4. 4. What is the Waterfall model?

   • A. A sequential SDLC model where each phase must be completed before the next begins
   • B. An iterative SDLC model
   • C. A risk-driven SDLC model
   • D. A model focused on testing

5. 5. What is the Agile model?

   • A. An iterative and incremental SDLC model that emphasizes flexibility and collaboration
   • B. A sequential SDLC model
   • C. A risk-driven SDLC model
   • D. A model focused on documentation

6. 6. Which of the following is an Agile framework?

   • A. Scrum
   • B. Waterfall
   • C. Spiral
   • D. V-model

7. 7. What is a Sprint in Scrum?

   • A. A time-boxed iteration in which a set of work is completed and made ready for review
   • B. A phase in the Waterfall model
   • C. A risk assessment meeting
   • D. A software testing cycle

8. 8. What is a Sprint Backlog?

   • A. A list of the tasks selected from the Product Backlog for a specific Sprint
   • B. A list of all tasks in the project
   • C. A document outlining the Sprint review
   • D. A list of potential risks

9. 9. What is a Daily Scrum (Daily Stand-up)?

   • A. A short daily meeting where the development team synchronizes their work and plans for the next 24 hours
   • B. A weekly progress review meeting
   • C. A meeting to plan the next Sprint
   • D. A meeting to discuss technical challenges

10. 10. What is a Sprint Review?

    • A. A meeting held at the end of a Sprint to present the increment to the stakeholders and gather feedback
    • B. A meeting to plan the next Sprint
    • C. A daily team meeting
    • D. A meeting to discuss technical design

11. 11. What is a Sprint Retrospective?

    • A. A meeting held after the Sprint Review to reflect on the past Sprint and identify areas for improvement
    • B. A meeting to plan the next Sprint
    • C. A meeting to review the product backlog
    • D. A meeting to discuss testing results

12. 12. What is the Spiral model?

    • A. A risk-driven SDLC model that combines elements of the Waterfall and iterative models
    • B. A purely sequential model
    • C. A purely iterative model
    • D. A model focused on rapid prototyping