Ruby on Rails Beginner Quiz
Master Rails basics including MVC, routing, controllers, views, models, and migrations
Start the quizSample questions from this quiz
A preview of the style and depth. Try each one, then reveal the answer — or skip straight to the timed quiz.
1. What is Ruby on Rails?
- A database system
- A frontend framework
- A programming language
- Web application framework following MVC pattern
Show answer
Answer: Web application framework following MVC pattern. Ruby on Rails is a server-side web application framework written in Ruby. Follows MVC (Model-View-Controller) pattern. Emphasizes convention over configuration and DRY principles.
2. What does MVC stand for?
- Module-View-Class
- Model-View-Controller
- Model-Visual-Control
- Main-View-Component
Show answer
Answer: Model-View-Controller. MVC: Model (data/business logic), View (presentation), Controller (handles requests, coordinates). Separation of concerns. Core architectural pattern in Rails.
3. How do you create a new Rails application?
- rails init app_name
- rails create app_name
- rails new app_name
- rails generate app_name
Show answer
Answer: rails new app_name. Create app with rails new app_name. Options: --database=postgresql, --skip-test. Creates complete directory structure. Run bundle install automatically.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in this Ruby on Rails quiz?+
30 questions, with a 45-minute time limit. Every question includes a written explanation of the correct answer.
Is this Ruby on Rails quiz free?+
Yes. Every quiz on CodexQuizz is free and needs no account. You only enter a name if you choose to post your score to the leaderboard.
What level is the beginner quiz aimed at?+
Master Rails basics including MVC, routing, controllers, views, models, and migrations
Can I use this to prepare for a Ruby on Rails interview?+
Yes. The questions cover the topics that come up in Ruby on Rails technical screens, and the explanations are written so that a wrong answer still teaches you the underlying concept.
Ready to test your Ruby on Rails?
30 questions, 45 minutes. Free, no sign-up.
Start now