14.4. Thread Methods

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does the start() method do?

   Hint

   Think about how a thread is initiated.

2. 2.

   What is the purpose of the sleep(ms) method?

   Hint

   Consider why we need to pause threads.

3. 3.

   What method is used to start a thread?

   • start()
   • begin()
   • initiate()

   Hint

   This is the entry point for the thread's execution.

4. 4.

   True or False: The sleep() method can take parameters to specify the duration.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think of how you would set a timer.

5. 5.

   Design a simple multithreaded program that uses all discussed thread methods (start(), sleep(), join(), yield(), interrupt()). Explain how they work together.

   Hint

   Consider a case where tasks have different priorities and pause points.

6. 6.

   Create a scenario where a thread might need to be interrupted in a long-running process and show how you would implement that.

   Hint

   Think about user-friendly applications that require responsiveness.