Heads Up, Humans Pop Quiz

In paragraph 1, the author talks directly to the reader and provides examples of how you might use technology. Which of the following best explains why the author used this tactic?

• She wanted to create a personal connection to the reader with how technology is in our lives.

• Many people use technology, and her article is about technology.

• She does not like technology, nor does she like the fact that we are using it so frequently.

• Jobs are being lost to technology.

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Which piece of evidence from paragraph 2 best supports the author's claim in the article?

• "One of the biggest... problems is likely to be that many jobs... will be done by some combination of artificial intelligence and automated machine."

• "Technology does not just add fun and convenience to our lives, but is actually the answer to most of our problems."

• "It's in your interest to stay informed rather than simply hope for the best."

• "You should be aware that research tells another story."

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How does paragraph 4 contribute to the author's central idea?

• It provides examples and specific statistics of how many automated jobs have replaced human labor.

• It provides percentages of people unemployed by automation.

• It shows the risk of automation in major cities like Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Austin, and Forth Worth.

• It provides solutions for people who are unemployed due to automation.

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How does paragraph 5 contribute to the article?

• It provides a counter-argument to show the opposing side of the author.

• It provides necessary research to support the author's claim.

• It provides multiple examples of how automation is replacing human workers.

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Which of the following best describes the main idea of paragraph 7?

• There are many advantages to using automation.

• There are many disadvantages to using automation.

• Farming is becoming an automated job.

• Automation can save money.

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Which two pieces of evidence from paragraphs 9 and 10 best support the claim made by the author?

• "'The automation of factories has already decimated jobs in traditional manufacturing,' says Hawking." (10)

• "A report by the National Bureau of Economic Research found that... automation lowered both the number of jobs available and the amount those jobs paid." (9)

• "Kaplan is mainly referring to the future he predicts...as an expert in the tech world." (9)

• "Renowned theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking is concerned." (10)

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In paragraph 10, Stephen Hawking states, "The rise of artificial intelligence is likely to extend this job destruction deep into the middle classes, with only the most caring, creative, or supervisory roles remaining."

How does this piece of evidence best contribute to the article?

• It helps show that automation will eventually put the jobs and livelihood of many people at risk.

• It helps show that people can still thrive after many jobs are automated.

• It helps show that jobs that require care, creativity, or supervision will not be at risk.

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In paragraph 11, the author states, "Solutions are not obvious." Which of the following best explains why she made that statement?

• She believes that we are encountering a problem that we do not know the answer to at this time.

• She is not knowledgeable of the issue.

• She has not researched the issue thoroughly.

• She knows the answer, but she believes that it's very complex.

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In paragraph 11, the author begins talking to the reader by making statements regarding you and we. Which of the following statements below best explain why she uses this tactic?

• She wants the reader to be involved and informed about the issue with automation.

• She wants the reader to understand that this issue is going to affect everyone in the future.

• She wants the reader to be against automation.

• She wants the reader to stop relying on technology.

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In paragraph 11, what actions does the author suggest for the reader?

• Prioritize human well-being.

• Don't be convinced that technology is the answer to everything.

• Think carefully about your career choices in the future.

• Take advantage of what technology offers.

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