Exploring Bionic Technology's Future

In what ways does the author suggest that bionic technology could impact the future of human abilities? Provide examples from the text to support your answer.

• By allowing humans to communicate telepathically.

• By enhancing physical strength and sensory perception.

• By enabling time travel.

• By creating new forms of entertainment.

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Why do you think the author includes both human and animal examples in discussing bionic advancements? How do these examples contribute to the overall message of the article?

• To show that bionic technology is only useful for animals.

• To illustrate the wide range of applications and benefits of bionic technology.

• To argue that animals are more important than humans.

• To suggest that bionic technology is not yet ready for human use.

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What might be the potential ethical concerns associated with developing bionic technology that can enhance human capabilities? Use evidence from the article to support your answer.

• The concern that bionic technology could only benefit a privileged few.

• The possibility that human abilities could be enhanced to dangerous levels.

• The need for strict guidelines to prevent misuse.

• All of the above.

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Which of the following sentences best supports the idea that bionic technology is moving beyond simple restoration to include augmentation of abilities?

• “The age when prostheses were merely replacements is over.”

• “Bionic limbs are now capable of lifting weights beyond human limits.”

• “Bionic technology is still in its infancy.”

• “Many people are skeptical about the future of bionics.”

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How does the author suggest bionic technology could change the way we interact with our environment?

• By making us invisible to others.

• By allowing us to perceive things beyond our natural senses.

• By enabling us to fly without machines.

• By making us immune to all diseases.

What is one reason the author gives for why bionic technology might be controversial?

• It is too expensive to develop.

• It could lead to a loss of human identity.

• It is not effective in improving abilities.

• It is only available in certain countries.

According to the article, what is a potential benefit of using bionic technology in animals?

• It can make animals smarter than humans.

• It can help in the conservation of endangered species.

• It can allow animals to speak human languages.

• It can make animals live forever.

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What does the author imply about the future of bionic technology in terms of accessibility?

• It will be available to everyone for free.

• It may initially be accessible only to those who can afford it.

• It will be banned in most countries.

• It will only be used for military purposes.

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How does the author describe the current state of bionic technology?

• As fully developed and widely used.

• As a concept that is still in the experimental phase.

• As outdated and no longer relevant.

• As a technology that has been abandoned.

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What role do ethical guidelines play in the development of bionic technology, according to the article?

• They are unnecessary and hinder progress.

• They ensure that the technology is used responsibly.

• They are only needed for human applications.

• They are already well-established and comprehensive.

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