Question 1
A developer is building a custom Alexa skill that needs to fetch dynamic data from an external REST API. Which AWS service is most appropriate to use as the backend logic handler for this skill?
A. Amazon EC2
B. Amazon S3
C. AWS Lambda
D. Amazon DynamoDB

Correct Answer: C
Explanation: AWS Lambda is the most commonly used backend for Alexa skills because it allows you to run code without provisioning or managing servers. It integrates directly with the Alexa Skills Kit (ASK).

Question 2
Which Alexa Skills Kit (ASK) feature should be used to remember information between multiple sessions?
A. Session attributes
B. Intent slots
C. Context object
D. Persistent attributes

Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Persistent attributes store data across sessions, typically using Amazon DynamoDB for long-term memory, unlike session attributes which last only during a session.

Question 3
A user says: “Alexa, ask Weather Buddy what the forecast is tomorrow.”
Which part of the Alexa request model is “ask Weather Buddy”?
A. Invocation name
B. Intent
C. Slot
D. Launch phrase

Correct Answer: A
Explanation: “Weather Buddy” is the invocation name, which is used to trigger the skill.

Question 4
How can you test an Alexa skill during development without a physical Alexa device?
A. Amazon Device Farm
B. Alexa Test Console (Developer Console)
C. AWS CloudWatch
D. Amazon QuickSight

Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Alexa Developer Console provides a Test tab where you can simulate conversations using the Alexa simulator.

Question 5
Which of the following must a developer do to publish a skill to the Alexa Skills Store?
A. Encrypt all intent slots
B. Integrate with Alexa Smart Home APIs
C. Pass certification testing
D. Enable developer logging

Correct Answer: C
Explanation: All Alexa skills must pass Amazon certification testing before being published to ensure quality and user safety.

Question 6
What AWS service is typically used to store user preferences or session data persistently for Alexa skills?
A. Amazon S3
B. Amazon DynamoDB
C. Amazon RDS
D. AWS Secrets Manager

Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Amazon DynamoDB is a fully managed NoSQL database often used in Alexa skills to persist user preferences and attributes across sessions.

Question 7
A skill’s endpoint returns an error. How can a developer best identify and troubleshoot the issue?
A. Use Alexa Skills Kit CLI logs
B. Check Amazon CloudWatch Logs
C. Use the Alexa Mobile App
D. Enable Alexa Location Services

Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Errors from Lambda endpoints or skill logic are logged to Amazon CloudWatch Logs, which help with troubleshooting.

Question 8
What is the purpose of the reprompt directive in an Alexa response?
A. To request re-authentication from the user
B. To play background audio
C. To keep the session open and ask the user again if they don’t respond
D. To reset the session variables

Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The reprompt is used when Alexa doesn’t get a response. It helps keep the session alive and ask the user again.

Question 9
Which of the following is a best practice for designing a voice-first experience?
A. Use long lists of options to give users complete choices
B. Prioritize visual design over spoken response
C. Use natural language and keep interactions brief
D. Provide JSON responses instead of SSML

Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Voice-first design prioritizes natural, conversational language and short, intuitive interactions.

Question 10
Which type of Alexa skill does not require a wake word and can run automatically on smart home events?
A. Custom skill
B. Smart home skill
C. Flash briefing skill
D. Video skill

Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Smart home skills use smart device events (like turning on a light) and do not require an invocation name or wake word to trigger functionality.