Time for action – set first M straight
To help ensure that the first M always displays in an upright position, we can undo the turn clockwise 15 block with a turn counterclockwise 15 block:
From the Control palette, add a repeat 10 block.
Inside the repeat 10 block, add a turn counterclockwise 15 block.
Run the script several times.
What just happened?
We ensured that the first M always displays in the same position and therefore won't end up looking like a W. We used the technique earlier in the chapter, which is basically to create a duplicate block of code with a negative value to undo the first block of code.
This was certainly not the only way to solve the problem. For example, we could have added the point in direction block after the show block to accomplish a similar result.
Have a go hero – give me an "O"
We need only one more letter to spell the word Mom. The First M sprite is sending a broadcast "gimme an 'O'." Go ahead and display the letter O. If you need some help, look back at our...
