Amazon Alexa & Google Home Make An Interesting Appearance in 'South Park' Episode | THR News

Amazon Alexa & Google Home Make An Interesting Appearance in 'South Park' Episode | THR News

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The South Park episode 'White People Renovating Houses' tackled current topics, focusing on the white nationalist movement and inadvertently causing chaos with smart speakers like Alexa and Google Home. Viewers reported unexpected activations and humorous consequences, such as erroneous alarms and odd shopping list additions. The episode was a standalone, as creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker considered returning to episodic storytelling after a season-long arc. The episode's impact and creators' intentions were discussed, with a call for viewer feedback.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary focus of the South Park episode titled 'White People Renovating Houses'?

The impact of technology on society

The education system

The white nationalist movement

Environmental issues

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the South Park episode affect viewers' smart speakers?

It improved their functionality

It caused them to malfunction

It made them play music

It turned them off

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did some viewers take to stop their smart speakers from acting up during the episode?

Changed the settings

Unplugged the devices

Updated the software

Muted the speakers

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the creators of South Park intend for this episode?

To create a standalone episode

To start a new series

To introduce a new character

To end the series

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential future storyline is hinted at in the episode?

A new political character

Cartman's girlfriend's return

A focus on environmental issues

A new school setting