WordPress Developer 5

Question 1

What is the correct way to localize a JavaScript variable for use with a WordPress-enqueued script?

Accepted Answer

wp_localize_script()

Answer

wp_localize_script() outputs a JavaScript object before the enqueued script, making PHP data available in JavaScript.

Question 2

Which WordPress filter allows you to modify the SQL query generated by WP_Query before it runs?

Accepted Answer

posts_request

Answer

The posts_request filter receives the complete SQL query string just before execution, allowing raw SQL modification.

Question 3

In WordPress theme development, what is the purpose of get_template_part()?

Accepted Answer

To include a reusable template file while supporting child theme overrides

Answer

get_template_part() loads template fragments and automatically checks child themes first, supporting theme inheritance.

Question 4

What WordPress database table stores taxonomy term relationships to posts?

Accepted Answer

wp_term_relationships

Answer

wp_term_relationships links object IDs (posts, etc.) to term_taxonomy_id entries, creating the many-to-many relationship.

Question 5

Which WordPress function is used to redirect a user to another URL and exit script execution?

Accepted Answer

wp_redirect() followed by exit()

Answer

wp_redirect() sends the Location header but requires an explicit exit() or die() call to stop further script execution.

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