API Fundamentals Quiz Form
Test your knowledge of API fundamentals in this quiz. Please answer all questions to the best of your ability.
What does API stand for?
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Which HTTP method is typically used to retrieve data from an API?
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GET
POST
PUT
DELETE
Select all common API authentication methods.
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API Key
OAuth
Session Cookie
URL Fragment
Other
What status code does a successful GET request typically return?
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200 OK
201 Created
400 Bad Request
404 Not Found
Which of the following best describes a RESTful API?
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Uses HTTP methods and stateless operations
Requires a persistent connection
Only supports XML data
Operates on SOAP protocol
Enter an example of a typical REST API endpoint URL.
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Which HTTP method is used to update an existing resource?
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PUT
GET
POST
DELETE
Briefly explain what an API rate limit is.
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