Bionics Quiz

What is the main idea of paragraphs 1-9? *

• The future of bionics research is still uncertain.

• Some bionics respond to brain signals.

• Bionic implants have only negative aspects.

• Many medical problems are being helped through bionics.

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Which two details in paragraphs 10-13 best support the idea that memory and intelligence can be enhanced?

• The use of new bionics for super speed

• The use of new training for dentists

• The use of a chip to repair damaged brain tissue

• The use of additional funds to fund bionics for the Olympics

• The use of a specialized brain implant

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What is the most likely reason the writer includes a series of questions in paragraph 17?

• To express his confusion about the issues to readers

• To inform readers about what is certain to happen

• To encourage readers to think deeply about the issue

• To entertain readers with impossible fantasies

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How is the section “The Superhuman Frontier” connected to the entire article “Are Bionic Superhumans on the Horizon?”

• This idea moves from the idea of addressing medical challenges to expanding the limits of human abilities.

• The section discusses some medical applications of bionics and the use of thoughts rather than muscles to control them.

• This section discusses the debate over using bionic technology to help people with disabilities.

• This section discusses how bionics should not be utilized at all because of dangers with artificial intelligence.

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How does the first section of “Are Bionic Superhumans on the Horizon” connect to the entire article?

• This idea moves from the idea of addressing medical challenges to expanding the limits of human abilities.

• The section discusses some medical applications of bionics and the use of thoughts rather than muscles to control them.

• This section discusses the debate over using bionic technology to help people with disabilities.

• This section discusses how bionics should not be utilized at all because of dangers with artificial intelligence.

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How does the section “From Disabled to Super-capable” connect to the entire article?

• This idea moves from the idea of addressing medical challenges to expanding the limits of human abilities.

• The section discusses some medical applications of bionics and the use of thoughts rather than muscles to control them.

• This section discusses the debate over using bionic technology to help people with disabilities.

• This section discusses how bionics should not be utilized at all because of dangers with artificial intelligence.

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What central idea does the information throughout the selection support?

• Bionics should not be used because of dangers that can happen in the future.

• Bionics can improve human quality of life in many ways, but the use in some cases is controversial.

• Bionics can work only for the upper-class citizens because of the cost.

• Insurance will pay for bionics, so everyone would be able to afford the most advanced form of bionics.

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According to the text, what is one potential benefit of bionic enhancements for humans?

• Improved physical strength and endurance

• Enhanced intelligence and memory

• Ability to control electronic devices with the mind

• All of the above

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Based on the information in the text, what is a major challenge in developing bionic superhumans?

• Limited availability of advanced technology

• High cost of bionic enhancements

• Ethical concerns and potential misuse

• Lack of interest from the general public

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What evidence does the text provide to support the idea that bionic superhumans could become a reality?

• Examples of successful bionic enhancements in animals

• Advances in neuroscience and prosthetics

• Predictions from leading scientists in the field

• All of the above

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