
Exploring AI History
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What year was the term 'artificial intelligence' first coined?
1980
1956
1965
1972
Answer explanation
The term 'artificial intelligence' was first coined in 1956 during the Dartmouth Conference, which is considered the birth of AI as a field. This makes 1956 the correct answer.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who is considered the father of artificial intelligence?
Herbert Simon
John McCarthy
Marvin Minsky
Alan Turing
Answer explanation
John McCarthy is recognized as the father of artificial intelligence for coining the term 'artificial intelligence' in 1956 and for his significant contributions to the field, including the development of the Lisp programming language.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the name of the first AI program developed in 1951?
Deep Blue
Ferranti Mark I
ENIAC
IBM 7090
Answer explanation
The Ferranti Mark I, developed in 1951, is recognized as the first AI program. It was an early computer that could perform basic tasks, laying the groundwork for future AI developments, unlike the other options listed.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which conference is known as the birthplace of AI?
Turing Conference
Neural Networks Symposium
Machine Learning Summit
Dartmouth Conference
Answer explanation
The Dartmouth Conference, held in 1956, is recognized as the birthplace of AI, where key concepts and goals of artificial intelligence were first articulated, setting the foundation for future research in the field.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the Turing Test in AI history?
It measures the speed of a computer's processing power.
It was the first AI program ever created.
It focuses on the physical capabilities of machines.
The Turing Test is significant as it established a benchmark for evaluating machine intelligence based on conversational ability.
Answer explanation
The Turing Test is significant as it established a benchmark for evaluating machine intelligence based on conversational ability, distinguishing it from mere processing speed or physical capabilities.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which AI system defeated the world champion in chess in 1997?
Deep Blue
AlphaZero
Stockfish
Fritz
Answer explanation
Deep Blue is the AI system that famously defeated world champion Garry Kasparov in 1997, marking a significant milestone in the history of artificial intelligence and chess.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the primary focus of the Dartmouth Conference in 1956?
The exploration of artificial intelligence as a field of study.
The development of computer hardware technologies.
The discussion of ethical implications of technology.
The establishment of the first computer programming languages.
Answer explanation
The Dartmouth Conference in 1956 primarily focused on exploring artificial intelligence as a new field of study, laying the groundwork for future research and development in AI.
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