Grabbing Items

Hoppy needs to take the map out of the backpack. But which pocket is it in?

In Python, we use an Index to access items in a list. The strange thing is: Counting starts at 0!

The Index Spell

backpack = ["Map", "Compass", "Snack"]

# Get the FIRST item (Index 0)
item1 = backpack[0]  # "Map"

# Get the SECOND item (Index 1)
item2 = backpack[1]  # "Compass"

Your Mission

The Bag

We have created a list items for you.

First Item

Print the first item from the list. Remember the index is 0.

Third Item

Print the third item from the list. What is its index? (Hint: 2)

Suggested Solution

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Use square brackets [] with the index number:

items = ["Sword", "Shield", "Potion", "Key"]
print(items[0])
print(items[2])

Advanced Tips

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You can use negative numbers to count from the end! -1 is the last item.

print(items[-1]) # Prints "Key"