Git Advanced Knowledge Assessment

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1. 1

   What is the main purpose of using branching in Git?

   A To isolate features and changes during development. B To improve code performance. C To back up data regularly.
2. 2

   What command is used to create a new branch in Git?

   A git clone B git init C git branch
3. 3

   What is the typical outcome when executing git merge?

   A It deletes the current repository. B It combines changes from different branches. C It resets changes to the last commit.
4. 4

   What is the function of the git rebase command?

   A To apply changes from one branch onto another. B To remove all branches but the main. C To permanently delete the repository.
5. 5

   What does 'git stash' do?

   A It deletes local changes permanently. B It merges branches automatically. C It temporarily stores changes not ready for a commit.
6. 6

   What is a 'detached HEAD' in Git?

   A A branch with unaffiliated commits. B A state where HEAD points to a specific commit, not a branch. C An orphaned branch without history.
7. 7

   What best describes 'fast-forward' merge?

   A Merging two branches automatically with a commit. B Creating a new branch without changes. C Updating the branch pointer to match another branch.
8. 8

   Difference between git pull and git fetch?

   A Git pull fetches and merges changes; git fetch only retrieves changes. B Git pull deletes old commits; git fetch restores them. C Git pull only merges changes; git fetch updates the server.
9. 9

   What happens when you execute 'git commit --amend'?

   A Deletes the last commit completely. B Modifies the most recent commit. C Merges all commits into one.
10. 10

    What does git remote do?

    A Manages remote connections in Git repositories. B Creates backups of your repository. C Deletes all history but keeps files.