Chapter 3 SA

Question 1

What is a user story?

Answer 1

A user story is a brief, informal description of a software feature from the perspective of the end user.

Question 2

True or False: A user story should focus on the ‘how’ of a feature.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: A user story typically follows the format ‘As a [type of user], I want [some goal] so that [some reason]’.

Answer 3

[type of user], [some goal], [some reason]

Question 4

What are the three main components of a user story?

Answer 4

Role, Goal, Benefit

Question 5

What is a use case?

Answer 5

A use case is a detailed description of how a user interacts with a system to achieve a specific goal.

Question 6

Which is more detailed: a user story or a use case?

Answer 6

A use case

Question 7

True or False: Use cases include alternate flows and error handling.

Answer 7

True

Question 8

What is the primary purpose of identifying user stories?

Answer 8

To understand and capture user needs and requirements.

Question 9

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good user story? A) Independent B) Negotiable C) Detailed D) Valuable

Answer 9

C) Detailed

Question 10

Fill in the blank: User stories are often written on ________ cards.

Answer 10

index

Question 11

What does the acronym INVEST stand for in user story creation?

Answer 11

Independent, Negotiable, Valuable, Estimable, Small, Testable

Question 12

True or False: User stories should be written in technical jargon.

Answer 12

False

Question 13

What is the role of acceptance criteria in user stories?

Answer 13

To define the conditions under which a user story is considered complete.

Question 14

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a user story? A) Create login page B) The login page should validate user credentials C) As a user, I want to log in so that I can access my account.

Answer 14

C) As a user, I want to log in so that I can access my account.

Question 15

What is a key benefit of using user stories in Agile development?

Answer 15

They facilitate communication between stakeholders and development teams.

Question 16

Fill in the blank: In use cases, the primary actor is the ________ who initiates the interaction.

Answer 16

user

Question 17

What is a scenario in the context of use cases?

Answer 17

A specific sequence of actions and interactions between the actor and the system.

Question 18

True or False: Use cases are typically written in a narrative format.

Answer 18

True

Question 19

Multiple Choice: Which document typically contains user stories? A) User Manual B) Product Backlog C) Technical Specifications

Answer 19

B) Product Backlog

Question 20

What is the purpose of a use case diagram?

Answer 20

To visually represent the interactions between users and the system.

Question 21

Fill in the blank: The main goal of a use case is to capture ________ requirements.

Answer 21

functional

Question 22

What is a common technique for gathering user stories?

Answer 22

Interviews with stakeholders.

Question 23

True or False: User stories should be prioritized based on business value.

Answer 23

True

Question 24

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a benefit of use cases? A) They are easy to write B) They can be used for testing C) They require no stakeholder input

Answer 24

B) They can be used for testing

Question 25

What does the term 'backlog grooming' refer to?

Answer 25

The process of reviewing and prioritizing the product backlog, including user stories.

Question 26

Fill in the blank: A user story's value is often expressed in terms of ________ to the user.

Answer 26

benefit

Question 27

What is the difference between functional and non-functional requirements?

Answer 27

Functional requirements describe what a system should do, while non-functional requirements describe how a system should perform.

Question 28

True or False: All user stories must be completed before a project can be considered finished.

Answer 28

False

Question 29

What is an example of a non-functional requirement?

Answer 29

Performance, security, and usability.

Question 30

Multiple Choice: What is the first step in writing user stories? A) Define acceptance criteria B) Identify stakeholders C) Write the story

Answer 30

B) Identify stakeholders

Question 31

Fill in the blank: Use cases can help in defining ________ for system functionalities.

Answer 31

test cases

Question 32

What are 'epics' in the context of user stories?

Answer 32

Large user stories that can be broken down into smaller, more manageable stories.

Question 33

True or False: User stories should be written in a collaborative manner.

Answer 33

True