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Climate Quest - Task 1

Objective

The objective of this task is to introduce you to the basic concepts of programming in Python, including variables, output to the screen using print(), and input from the keyboard using input(). You will create the initial part of the "Climate Quest" game, where the game starts with an introduction and displays a simple menu.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this task, you should be able to:

  1. Declare and use variables.
  2. Use the print() function to output text to the screen.
  3. Use the input() function to get user input from the keyboard.

Task Description

You will write a Python program that:

  1. Welcomes the player to the "Climate Quest" game.
  2. Asks the player for their name.
  3. Stores the player's input in a variable.
  4. Displays a welcome message including the name of the player.

Steps to Complete the Task

  1. Welcome Message:

    • Use the print() function to display the title of the game
    • Use the print() function to display a welcome message for the game.

  2. Get User Input:

    • Use the input() function to ask the player for their name.
    • Store the player's input in a variable.

  3. Display Welcome Message with City Name:

    • Use the print() function to display a welcome message that includes the name of the player entered by the player.
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# Step 1: Welcome Message
print("Welcome to Climate Quest!")

# Step 2: Get User Input
player_name = input("What is your name? ")

# Step 3: Display Welcome Message with City Name
print(f"Hello, {player_name}! Your mission is to protect the planet.")

Exercise

  1. Start a New Python File:

    • Open your Python editor or an online Python compiler.
    • Create a new file and save it as climate_quest.py.

  2. Write the Code:

    • Write the code to meet the specification
    • Make sure to test your code after each step to ensure it works correctly.

  3. Enhance the Welcome Message:

    • Modify the welcome message to include more details about the game. For example:

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      print("Welcome to Climate Quest!")
print("The environment is facing serious challenges due to climate change.")
print("Your mission is to make decisions that help mitigate these effects and protect the planet.")

  4. Test Your Program:

    • Run your program to ensure that it correctly asks for the name of the player and displays the welcome message with the player's name.

Questions for Reflection

  1. What is the purpose of using variables in a program?
  2. How does the input() function work in Python?
  3. Why is it important to test your code after writing each part?

Extension Activity (Optional)

  • Experiment with different welcome messages and inputs.
  • Try using different variable names and see how it affects your program.