GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES REVIEW

Match the following key terms to its definition.

• a.    an important subject or problem

• Argument

• a series of statements containing reason

• Evidence

• a.    a viewpoint on an issue based on e

• Analysis

• information about a global issue that he

• Perspective

• studying or examining the parts of somet

• Issue

True/False.

Artificial intelligence (AI) can think and give a reason just like humans.

True or False: AI has the potential to replace human workers in many fields, such as manufacturing and customer service.

True or False: AI can already create original artwork and music that is indistinguishable from work created by humans.

True or False: Many experts predict that by 2030, all cars will be electric.

True or False: Eating more protein can help with muscle growth and repair after exercise.

True or False: Sugar is the leading cause of obesity.

True/False: Consuming caffeine can improve focus and performance in the short term

True/False: Eating chocolate causes acne because it increases oil production in the skin.

Read the text below carefully.

Predicting the Future

People have always been interested in figuring out what will happen in the future. In the past, people used things like signs, astrology, and dreams to try to make predictions. Today, we use tools like data, patterns, and technology to guess what might happen next.

For example, scientists study weather patterns to predict how the weather will change and what might happen to the environment. Economists look at trade and business trends to predict how the economy will grow or shrink. New technologies, like artificial intelligence, are also being used to predict everything from new medical discoveries to how our society might change in the future.

Even though we have these tools, predicting the future is not always accurate. While looking at trends can help us understand what might happen, unexpected events or changes in what people do can change those predictions. The future is shaped by many different factors, and we can’t always know what will happen. However, by using data and technology, we can make better guesses about the future.