Recall & Review
beginner
What HTTP method is commonly used to create a new resource in REST APIs?
The
POST method is used to create a new resource on the server.Click to reveal answer
beginner
Which HTTP method is used to read or retrieve data from a server?
The
GET method is used to request data from a specified resource without changing it.Click to reveal answer
beginner
What HTTP method should you use to update an existing resource completely?
The
PUT method replaces the entire resource with the data sent in the request.Click to reveal answer
intermediate
Which HTTP method is used to partially update a resource?
The
PATCH method applies partial modifications to a resource.Click to reveal answer
beginner
What HTTP method is used to delete a resource?
The
DELETE method removes the specified resource from the server.Click to reveal answer
Which HTTP method is best suited to retrieve a list of users from a server?
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GET requests are used to read or retrieve data without changing it.
If you want to add a new blog post, which HTTP method should you use?
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POST is used to create new resources on the server.
Which HTTP method replaces the entire resource with new data?
✗ Incorrect
PUT replaces the whole resource with the data sent.
To remove a user account, which HTTP method is appropriate?
✗ Incorrect
DELETE removes the specified resource from the server.
Which HTTP method allows you to update only some fields of a resource?
✗ Incorrect
PATCH applies partial updates to a resource.
Explain how HTTP methods map to CRUD operations in REST APIs.
Think about what each method does to the resource on the server.
You got /5 concepts.
Describe a real-life example where you would use each HTTP method in a web app.
Imagine managing user data in a social media app.
You got /5 concepts.