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AI Unit Test 2 Review

Total questions: 161

Worksheet time: 4hrs 14mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Stimulation of human intelligence which is processed by machines is called ______________

a)

Artificial Intelligence

b)

Vision Systems

c)

Natural Language

2.

Write any one field where AI is used

(a)  

3.

Voice to text is considered as __________

a)

NLP

b)

Computer Vision

4.

Select movies that features either robots or A.I.

a)

Avengers: Age Of Ultron

b)

The Terminator

c)

Iron Man 3

d)

Harry Potter

e)

Avengers: Infinity War

5.

How does an AI device learn and think?

a)

It hacks our computer

b)

It accepts data and trains itself, then creates a model

c)

It hacks our brain

d)

None of the above

6.

Which one of these is not an area of AI?

a)

Computer Vision

b)

Voice Recognition

c)

Web Design

d)

Robotics

7.

One downside of using AI is that if you train it incorrectly, the AI can show preference for one group over another. For example, only recognizing the x-rays of men and not women. This is called ________________

a)

Biased

b)

Unbiased

c)

Cheating

d)

None of These

8.

Why do machines demonstrate artificial intelligence?

a)

Because machines are not really intelligent compare to humans.

b)

Because machines are capable of doing tasks for humans by programming them with a specific information.

c)

Because machines are useful and relevant in our daily lives.

d)

Because machines give you artificial information which are important.

9.

How does artificial intelligence become useful to society?

a)

It becomes helpful in completing tasks quickly and efficiently thus producing more products

b)

It becomes helpful in completing tasks quickly thus makes people lazy

c)

It becomes helpful in making task easier and less efficient resulting to the boost of economy.

d)

It helps us to complete our task.

10.

In what way can artificial intelligence become harmful?

a)

Excessive use of AI makes people lazy since they rely too much on it.

b)

By using AI as a weapon in wars, many innocent lives will be affected.

c)

AI replaces the human force resulting to less job opportunities to human workers.

d)

AI programmed devices are harmful through the radiation it produces.

11.

The following statements describe Artificial Intelligence EXCEPT

a)

AI is very useful in the present generation increasing its productivity.

b)

Al is a threat if mismanaged or used for bad intentions.

c)

AI replaces humans as it is more efficient than humans.

d)

All of the above

12.

Which of the following statements best describes the difference between robots and humans?

a)

Robots move differently and made up of metal.

b)

Robots do not have feelings and emotions as compared to humans.

c)

Robots are too smart as compared to humans.

d)

Robots are more effective than humans.

13.

Artificial intelligence is all about robots.

a)

True

b)

False

c)

Maybe

14.

What is A.I?

a)

Intelligence demonstrated by machines

b)

Smart robots

c)

Anthony Ian

d)

I don't know

15.

How does A.i work?

a)

Combining large amounts of data with fast processing and intelligent algorithms, allowing the software to learn automatically from patterns or features in the data.

b)

The computation, mostly on computers, of antiderivatives and definite integrals in term of formulas

c)

It just works you know??

d)

Another super duper long answer to fool you guys to prove that not all longest answers are the correct ones, how is my quiz going anyway, i hope it is good, hope it is not too long though, thank you for not clicking

16.

The term A.I is short for?

a)

Anatomy Insector

b)

Astrology Iselin

c)

Anh Intelligence

d)

Artificial Intelligence

e)

Antificial Intelligence

17.

Select movies that features either robots or A.I.

a)

Avengers: Age Of Ultron

b)

The Terminator

c)

Iron Man 3

d)

Harry Potter

e)

Avengers: Infinity War

18.
Artificial Intelligence is the process that allows computers to learn and make decisions like humans
a)
True
b)
False
19.

What is Deep learning?

a)

A variation of neural networks where many layers are used in the network to solve a problem

b)

When a computer is especially intelligent.

20.

Which of these is NOT an AI technology

a)

Facial recognition

b)

Image recognition

c)

Robotics

d)

Animation

21.

Machine Learning is a subset of Artificial Intelligence which allows a machine to make__________ by learning from experiences.

a)

preparation

b)

predictions

c)

testing

d)

precaution

22.

machine learns from examples or experiences. We need to provide training data with correct outcomes (e.g. types of animals) for the machine to ______. After learning from the training data, a predictive model is generated for the machine to make future predictions.

a)

exam

b)

test

c)

practice

d)

learn

23.

What is AI used for?

a)

Healthcare

b)

Transportation

c)

Education

d)

All of the Above

24.

Why do we need AI?

a)

To help in treatment of diseases

b)

To make our lives much easier

c)

To help in fighting crime

d)

All of the above

25.

Which one of the following is an application of AI ?

a)

Remote Controlled Drone

b)

Self Driving Car

c)

Self Driving Kiosk

d)

Self Watering Plant System

26.

What is artificial intelligence said to be?

a)

very dangerous

b)

intelligent robots

c)

smarter than humans

d)

the future

27.

Which of the following is not an example of Artificial Intelligence?

a)

Chess Playing Computers

b)

Self Driving Cars

c)

Face Recognising Devices

d)

Money Counting Machines

28.

AI stands for

a)

Antificial Intelligent

b)

Artificial Intelligence

c)

Artificial Intelligent

d)

Antificial Intelligence

29.

a step-by-step procedure for solving a problem or accomplishing some sort of task.

a)

data set

b)

algorithm

c)

machine learning

d)

computation

30.

a collection of related sets of information that can be used by a computer

a)

data set

b)

algorithm

c)

machine learning

d)

computation

31.

The first step in machine learning is for a machine to __________ new information.

a)

act

b)

sense

c)

reason

d)

learn

32.

The second step in machine learning is for a machine to use the data it collects in order to ___________.

a)

act

b)

sense

c)

reason

d)

learn

33.

The third step in machine learning is for the machine to apply its algorithm in order to ___________ what should happen next.

a)

act

b)

sense

c)

reason

d)

learn

34.

The final step in machine learning is for the machine to _______ on its environment and/or execute some sort of function.

a)

act

b)

sense

c)

reason

d)

learn

35.

Which of these does NOT use machine learning/AI?

a)

driverless cars

b)

SIRI/Alexa

c)

Sonos wireless speakers

d)

facial recognition on your phone

36.

A GPS navigation system for finding the fastest route.

Is this AI?

a)

Yes

b)

No

37.

Spreadsheet that calculates sums and other pre-defined functions on given data.

Is this AI?

a)

Yes

b)

No

38.

Uber eats suggesting items to add to your order.

Is this AI?

a)

Yes

b)

No

39.

A sensor automatically opening a door as you approach.

Is this AI?

a)

Yes

b)

No

40.

This is the name for a tool that can be used to create AI generated art.

a)

DALLE-2

b)

Deepfake

c)

ChatGPT

d)

GPTZero

41.

This is the name for a tool that can be used to create AI generated text.

a)

DALLE-2

b)

Deepfake

c)

ChatGPT

d)

GPTZero

42.

This is the name for a video that appears to be real but is instead generated by AI and editing software.

a)

DALLE-2

b)

Deepfake

c)

ChatGPT

d)

GPTZero

43.

This is the name for a tool that can determine whether a text was written by a human or a chatbot.

a)

DALLE-2

b)

Deepfake

c)

ChatGPT

d)

GPTZero

44.

What was the celebration for in Multivac's underground chambers?

a)

The victory in the war against Deneb

b)

The completion of Multivac's maintenance

c)

The discovery of a new technology

d)

The arrival of important guests

45.

Why were the technicians not scurrying about Multivac during the celebration?

a)

The flow of information had halted

b)

They were taking a break after the war

c)

They were attending a different event

d)

Multivac was undergoing repairs

46.

Who is Lamar Swift?

a)

The Executive Director of the Solar Federation

b)

A technician working in Multivac

c)

The Chief Interpreter of science's oracle

d)

A military officer

47.

Why does Lamar Swift say it's hard to look at the stars without anxiety?

a)

The stars remind him of the war with Deneb

b)

He is afraid of the unknown in space

c)

The stars symbolize the unpredictability of the future

d)

He associates the stars with the destruction caused by the war

48.

Who does John Henderson claim to be destroyed?

a)

The Denebians

b)

The technicians in Multivac

c)

The planets in the solar system

d)

The enemies of the Solar Federation

49.

What role did Multivac play in winning the war?

a)

It provided accurate predictions and guidance

b)

It developed advanced weapons

c)

It analyzed enemy strategies

d)

It trained soldiers for combat

50.

Why does Jablonsky show contempt towards Multivac being hailed as the hero of mankind?

a)

He believes humans should be the heroes, not machines

b)

He thinks Multivac didn't contribute much to the war

c)

He is jealous of Multivac's fame

d)

He dislikes the celebration of victory

51.

Why does Henderson feel relief in the midst of triumph?

a)

He is glad the war is finally over

b)

He is proud of his own accomplishments

c)

He is relieved that Multivac's predictions were accurate

d)

He is happy to be recognized for his efforts

52.

What did Henderson do to the data fed to Multivac during the war?

a)

He corrected and adjusted the data

b)

He ignored the data and relied on intuition

c)

He fed random figures to confuse Multivac

d)

He provided accurate and reliable data

53.

Why did Henderson introduce biases in the data fed to Multivac?

a)

To compensate for the unreliable data

b)

To confuse the enemy

c)

To test Multivac's capabilities

d)

To prove his own programming skills

54.

Why did Swift doubt the reliability of Multivac's predictions?

a)

He was aware of the unreliable data being fed to Multivac

b)

He believed Multivac was not functioning properly

c)

He had a personal bias against relying on machines

d)

He thought Multivac was biased towards the enemy

55.

What computing device did Lamar Swift use to make difficult decisions?

a)

An older computer than Multivac

b)

A more advanced computer than Multivac

c)

A manual calculator

d)

A machine designed specifically for decision-making

56.

What did Lamar Swift do with the coin he flipped?

a)

Used it to make decisions

b)

Used it as a lucky charm

c)

Used it to distract himself

d)

Used it to entertain others

57.

Why did Lamar Swift still use physical coins instead of a credit system?

a)

He found it hard to abandon old habits

b)

He didn't trust the credit system

c)

He preferred the tangible nature of coins

d)

He didn't have access to the credit system

58.

What did Lamar Swift mean by saying Multivac is not the first computer?

a)

There were computers before Multivac

b)

Multivac is not a true computer

c)

Multivac is not the most powerful computer

d)

Multivac is not the most reliable computer

59.

Which answer BEST explains how the setting affects Margie?

a)

The setting instills doubt about the Orb’s judgment.

b)

The setting introduces tension about what Margie’s future will be.

c)

The setting creates stress in Margie’s relationship with her mother.

d)

The setting causes sadness regarding Margie’s memories of her father.

60.

Read the list of sentences from the story.


He'd made it in his workshop with his own hands, with both their names engraved on the underside. She hadn't taken it off since the day he'd died.


But the steady, almost imperceptible tick-tick-tick against her belly was the only thing making her brave enough to keep from running. “Your mother was right. There's a lot of your father in you.”


“Your father was a good man. His innovations have helped shape the future. He'd have been proud of you, Margie Callahan.”


Which two sentences taken together provide the BEST evidence to support the idea that Margie finds strength in remembering her father?

a)

1 and 2

b)

1 and 3

c)

2 and 4

d)

3 and 4

61.

Read the two selections from the story.


Her mother had checked her wrist to be sure she hadn't put it back on again, and been satisfied.


Her mother, for all her good work in the assembly room, never seemed truly happy.


Which of the following inferences can the reader make, based on these selections?

a)

Margie’s mother is jealous of Margie’s relationship with her father.

b)

Margie’s mother wants Margie to work with her in the assembly room.

c)

Margie’s mother values following the rules, but it does not make her happy.

d)

Margie’s mother has always wanted a different job, but she is too afraid to ask for one.

62.

Which answer BEST describes how Margie responds to the first minister’s command to keep her experience in the Orb a secret?

a)

Margie is afraid of the first minister, so she decides to follow the first minister’s command.

b)

Margie is strong, so she will make her own choice about whether to follow the first minister’s command.

c)

Margie is worried about protecting her mother, so she agrees to follow the first minister’s command.

d)

Margie is uncertain about her future, so she doesn’t know whether she can follow the first minister’s command.

63.

How does Margie feel about entering the Orb?

a)

Stubborn

b)

Nervous

c)

Excited

d)

Angry

64.

What is the purpose of the Orb?

a)

It helps people make good decisions.

b)

It makes choices for the people who enter.

c)

It tricks people into making bad choices.

d)

It encourages children to be good citizens.

65.

What happens inside the Orb?

a)

Margie tries to speak to the Orb.

b)

Margie follows the blue pathway.

c)

Margie does not go down any pathway.

d)

Margie feels excited about all the choices she has.

66.

What will happen to Margie?

a)

She will need to go back into the Orb.

b)

She will get to decide her own future.

c)

She is in trouble for breaking the rules.

d)

She is taking the place of the First Minister.

67.

How does Margie feel at the end of the story?

a)

Empowered

b)

Confused

c)

Sneaky

d)

Uneasy

68.

Which statement BEST expresses a theme of the story?

a)

It is dangerous to take risks.

b)

Keeping track of time is important.

c)

Always tell the truth to your family.

d)

Be true to yourself, no matter what.

69.

Which detail from the text BEST shows that Margie's world is not like ours?

a)

"Her mother exhaled quietly, slipped her hand out of Margie's, and gave her shoulder a gentle squeeze." (Paragraph 7)

b)

"First Minister Chao pressed her palm against a sensor on the Orb's surface." (Paragraph 8)

c)

"Margie shook her head and hoped nobody could hear her heart pounding." (Paragraph 11)

d)

"He'd made it in his workshop with his own hands, with both their names engraved on the underside." (Paragraph 11)

70.

Reread this sentence from paragraph 13: "When her mother had stepped out to let her finish changing in private, the almost inaudible ticking proved too much of a temptation." In this sentence, what does "temptation" suggest about Margie?

a)

She is excited to enter the Orb.

b)

She is going to take her father's watch.

c)

She is upset that her mother is so strict.

d)

She is determined to tell time correctly.

71.

Which character trait describes both Margie and her father in the story?

a)

free-thinking

b)

thoughtful

c)

honest

d)

timid

72.

Why is the watch important to the story?

a)

It lets Margie feel confident in her ability to tell time.

b)

It makes Margie happy because it reminds her of her mother.

c)

It gives Margie the strength to choose her own path.

d)

It allows Margie to feel excited about entering the Orb.

73.
  1. Where does Margie stand at the beginning of the story?

a)
  1. a) In a classroom

b)
  1. b) In front of the Orb

c)
  1. c) In a park

74.
  1. Why does Margie's mother want her to go into the Orb?

a)
  1. a) To meet the First Minister

b)
  1. b) To learn about her destiny

c)
  1. c) To see her father's watch

75.
  1. What item did Margie hide before entering the Orb?

a)
  1. a) Her father's watch

b)
  1. b) A book

c)
  1. c) Her school ID card

76.
  1. What is the purpose of the Orb?

a)
  1. a) To predict the future

b)
  1. b) To prevent crimes

c)
  1. c) To create happiness

77.
  1. What sound does Margie focus on to stay grounded in the Orb?

a)
  1. a) Laughter

b)
  1. b) Heartbeat

c)
  1. c) Tick-tick-tick of her father's watch

78.
  1. What color pathway does Margie choose to follow?

a)
  1. a) Yellow

b)
  1. b) Blue

c)
  1. c) Crimson

79.
  1. Why does Margie hesitate before choosing a pathway?

a)
  1. a) She wants to wait and think more about who she is

b)
  1. b) She is scared of making the wrong choice

c)
  1. c) She wants to explore all the pathways before deciding

80.
  1. What does the first minister say about Margie's father?

a)
  1. a) He was a bad man

b)
  1. b) He was a good man

c)
  1. c) He was an inventor

81.
  1. Where does Margie go after exiting the Orb?

a)
  1. a) To her mother

b)
  1. b) To the first minister's office

c)
  1. c) To the assembly room

82.
  1. Why does the first minister say Margie must keep her actions a secret?

a)
  1. a) To protect the Orb's judgment

b)
  1. b) To make her mother proud

c)
  1. ) To avoid chaos in society

83.
  1. How does Margie feel about keeping the secret?

a)
  1. a) Confused

b)
  1. b) Excited

c)
  1. c) Anxious

84.
  1. What does Margie plan to do when she is older?

a)
  1. a) Tell everyone about her actions

b)
  1. b) Understand the Orb better

c)
  1. c) Take her mother to the Orb

85.
  1. What is Margie's main realization at the end of the story?

a)
  1. c) She wants to become the first minister

b)
  1. b) She should trust the Orb completely

c)
  1. a) She is her own person

86.
  1. Who does Margie think would be happier if they could choose their own path?

a)
  1. a) Her mother

b)
  1. b) The first minister

c)
  1. c) Her father

87.

On the day of Dickie's birthday, his parents...

a)

are happy for him.

b)

are sad he's growing up.

c)

are nervous about something.

d)

are irritated with his selfishness.

88.

How do Dickie’s parents react when he asks about the exam?

a)

They avoid talking too much about it.

b)

They get excited about the idea of Dickie taking it.

c)

They stress how important it is that he does well.

d)

They lie to Dickie about the exam.

89.

While Mr. Jordan (Dad) is reading the newspaper, Dickie...

a)

asks a lot of questions.

b)

is only interested in watching television.

c)

continues worrying about the exam.

d)

takes a nap.

90.

Why does Dickie's mom crying the morning of the examination?

a)

She’s sad that he’s a year older.

b)

She’s happy to see her son take the exam.

c)

She feels bad about Dickie’s birthday party.

d)

She’s afraid for Dickie to take the exam.

91.

How does Dickie feel on the morning of the exam?

a)

He’s afraid he’s not smart enough.

b)

He’s starting to become nervous.

c)

He isn’t worried about the exam.

d)

He’s looking forward to the exam.

92.

The room that Dickie and his father wait in…

a)

looks dangerous.

b)

is cozy.

c)

lacks comfort.

d)

scares Dickie.

93.

Why did Dickie fail to pass the exam?

a)

He lied during the exam.

b)

He was too smart.

c)

He wasn't smart enough.

d)

He took too long to answer questions.

94.

Which statement best expresses the theme of the story?

a)

It’s better to downplay your own intelligence.

b)

The government has been known to violate people’s rights.

c)

High intelligence can be viewed as a dangerous thing.

d)

People have higher expectations for children as they grow up.

95.

What do the questions that Dickie asks while his father is reading the newspaper reveal about Dickie's character?

a)

They suggest that Dickie doesn’t usually get along with his father.

b)

They show how curious Dickie is about how the world works.

c)

They stress that Dickie isn’t as intelligent as he claims.

d)

They show how much Dickie relies on his father for simple ideas.

96.

How does knowledge of the exam affect Dickie’s mom and dad?

a)

Dickie’s mom becomes anxious and sad, while Dickie’s dad becomes easily irritated.

b)

Dickie’s mom and dad express doubt that their son is ready for the exam.

c)

Dickie’s mom and dad stress about preparing their son for the exam.

d)

Dickie’s mom is not bothered by the exam, while Dickie’s dad is upset about it.

97.

What is the author's purpose in writing “Examination Day"?

a)

To describe the events leading up to the boy's examination

b)

To create a sense of tension and anticipation in the story

c)

To explain the process of the Government Intelligence test

d)

To highlight the emotional impact of the test results on the parents

98.

What details from the text support the idea that Dickie is alert and observant?

a)

He follows his father's instruction to read comics and later prepares to take the Government Intelligence test as instructed, despite his apprehension.

b)

He becomes puzzled and slightly frightened by the unknown aspects of the test.

c)

He takes in details about his surroundings, such as the wrapped birthday packages and the preparations in the kitchen. He also notices the tension in the room during breakfast.

d)

He asks questions about various topics, such as the rain, the color of grass, and the distance to the sun. His inquisitive nature is evident in his interactions with his parents.

99.

How is Dickie's mother characterized in the passage?

a)

She is characterized as a strict and demanding mother who puts a lot of pressure on Dickie.

b)

She is characterized as an indifferent mother who doesn't care about Dickie's well-being.

c)

She is characterized as a caring and concerned mother who becomes emotional about Dickie's upcoming test.

d)

She is characterized as an overprotective mother who doesn't allow Dickie to take any risks.

100.

Why do you think the government in the story conducts the examination on the twelfth birthday of every child?

a)

To determine their intelligence and potential

b)

To celebrate their transition to adulthood

c)

To identify potential rebels and troublemakers

d)

To assess their physical health and fitness

101.

Which statement best expresses a theme of the short story?

a)

It's better to downplay your own intelligence.

b)

The government has been known to violate people's rights.

c)

High intelligence can be viewed as a dangerous thing.

d)

People have higher expectations for children as they grow up.

102.

How does the character of Dickie change throughout the story?

a)

He becomes more obedient and compliant.

b)

He becomes more rebellious and defiant.

c)

He remains the same throughout the story.

d)

He becomes more confident in his abilities.

103.

What is the central conflict in the story "Examination Day"?

a)

The conflict between Dickie and his teacher

b)

The conflict between Dickie and his parents

c)

The conflict between Dickie and the government's examination system

d)

The conflict between Dickie and his classmates

104.

What can you infer about the government's intentions in conducting the examination?

a)

They genuinely care about the well-being of children.

b)

They aim to identify potential threats to the government's authority.

c)

They want to celebrate the children's twelfth birthdays.

d)

They are primarily concerned with improving education.

105.

How does knowledge of the exam affect Dickie's mom and dad?

a)

Dickie's mom becomes anxious and sad, while Dickie's dad becomes easily irritated.

b)

Dickie's mom and dad express doubt that their son is ready for the exam.

c)

Dickie's mom and dad stress about preparing their son for the exam.

d)

Dickie's mom is not bothered by the exam, while Dickie's dad is upset about it.

106.

What poetic device is used in the following sentence? “The room was as cold and official as a courtroom.”

a)

metaphor

b)

personification

c)

simile

d)

hyperbole

107.

“We regret to inform you that his intelligence quotient has exceeded the government regulation, according to Rule 84, Section 5 of the New Code.”

Which words tells us that Mr. Jordan is about to get bad news?

a)

regret, inform, quotient

b)

regret, exceeded, regulation

c)

regret, quotient, according

d)

regret, Section 5, New Code

108.

How would you describe the mood of Mr. and Mrs. Jordan at the opening of the story?

a)

Happy

b)

Anxious

c)

Excited

d)

Confused

109.

Does this story take place in the past, the present, or the future? Explain your answer using evidence from the story.

a)

Past, as indicated by the old-fashioned setting

b)

Present, as indicated by the modern technology mentioned

c)

Future, as indicated by the advanced government control

d)

Cannot be determined from the story

110.

What comes next in the sequence that Dickie was asked to complete during the exam?

"One, four, seven, ten..."

a)

11, 14, 17, 20

b)

21, 24, 27, 30

c)

13, 16, 19, 22

d)

9, 6, 3, 0

111.

PART A: Which statement best expresses a theme of the short story?

a)

People have higher expectations for children as they grow up.

b)

The government has been known to violate people’s rights.

c)

High intelligence can be viewed as a dangerous thing.

d)

It’s better to downplay your own intelligence.

112.

PART B: Which detail from the text best supports the answer to Part A?

a)

“‘Now, it’s nothing to worry about. Thousands of children take this test everyday. The Government wants to know how smart you are, Dickie. That’s all there is to it.’” (Paragraph 21)

b)

“They were at breakfast table, and the boy looked up from his plate curiously.He was an alert-eyed youngster with flat blond hair and a quick, nervous manner.” (Paragraph 3)

c)

“‘Now just relax, Richard. You’ll be asked some questions, and you think them over carefully. Then give your answers into the microphone. The machine will take care of the rest.’” (Paragraph 44)

d)

“‘We regret to inform you that his intelligence quotient is above the Government regulation, according to Rule 84 Section 5 of the New Code.’” (Paragraph 56)

113.

What do the questions Dickie asks his father between paragraphs 4-17 reveal about Dickie’s character?

a)

They show how curious Dickie is about how the world works.

b)

They stress that Dickie isn’t as intelligent as he claims.

c)

They suggest that Dickie doesn’t usually get along with his father.

d)

They show how much Dickie relies on his father for simple ideas.

114.

How does knowledge of the exam affect Dickie’s mom and dad?

a)

Dickie’s mom and dad express doubt that their son is ready for the exam.

b)

Dickie’s mom and dad stress about preparing their son for the exam.

c)

Dickie’s mom is not bothered by the exam, while Dickie’s dad is upset about it.

d)

Dickie’s mom becomes anxious and sad, while Dickie’s dad becomes easily irritated.

115.

How old was Dickie turning?

a)

20

b)

9

c)

12

d)

16

116.

What genre was "Examination Day"?

a)

Romance

b)

Science Fiction

c)

Historical Fiction

d)

Non-fiction

117.

Who wrote "Examination Day"?

a)

Henry Slesar

b)

J.K. Rowling

c)

William Shakespeare

d)

Tom Hanks

118.

What is the author best known for including in his stories?

a)

use of female lead characters

b)

use of bright and cheerful humor

c)

use of will they won't they relationships

d)

use of irony and unexpected endings

119.

The story takes place in the

a)

past

b)

present

c)

future

120.

On the day of Dickie's birthday, his parents...

a)

are happy for him

b)

are sad he's growing up

c)

are nervous about something

d)

are upset with his selfishness

121.

What is the meaning of the word rattled as it is used in this sentence: “His father, now slumped into an armchair with the Government newspaper, rattled the sheets in vexation”?

a)

knocked

b)

moved

c)

played with a toy rattler

d)

disconnected

122.

What poetic device is used in the following sentence? “The room was as cold and official as a courtroom.”

a)

metaphor

b)

personification

c)

simile

d)

hyperbole

123.

“We regret to inform you that his intelligence quotient has exceeded the government regulation, according to Rule 84, Section 5 of the New Code.”

Which words tells us that Mr. Jordan is about to get bad news?

a)

regret, inform, quotient

b)

regret, exceeded, regulation

c)

regret, quotient, according

d)

regret, Section 5, New Code

124.

Which statement best expresses a theme of the short story?

a)

It's better to downplay your own intelligence

b)

The government always violates people's rights

c)

High intelligence can be viewed as a dangerous thing

d)

People have higher expectations for children as they grow up

125.

“The room was as cold and official as a courtroom, with long benches flanking metal tables.” “There was a young man wearing an insignia-less tunic, seated at a polished desk in front of Room 404.” “A concealed loudspeaker crackled and called off the first name.”

What do these descriptions tell us about the government?

a)

It values cleanliness.

b)

It is impersonal and cold.

c)

It has a lot of money.

d)

It is warm and inviting.

126.

He wandered towards the window, and peered gloomily at the veil of mist that shrouded the glass.

Which of the following meanings of veil is used in the sentence above?

a)

a piece of fine material worn by women to protect or conceal the face

b)

a thing that serves to cover, conceal, or disguise

c)

a membrane which is attached to the body of some toadstools and ruptures in the course of development

d)

the piece of precious cloth separating the sanctuary from the body of the Temple or the Tabernacle

127.

Why doesn’t Dickie know about the test prior to his birthday?

a)

Nobody knows which day the government will call.

b)

He was told about it but forgot.

c)

Dickie's parents didn't want to worry him.

d)

Only certain kids are selected to take the test.

128.

What was the conflict of the story?

a)

There was a test all 12 year olds have to take.

b)

Dickie and his best friend have a fight.

c)

Dickie's parents were arguing.

d)

It was raining on Dickie's birthday.

129.

How did Dickie's parents find out the results of the test?

a)

Dickie told them when he got home.

b)

Dickie's teacher called them.

c)

The government center called home.

d)

They never found out the results.

130.

On the day of Dickie's birthday, his parents...

a)

are happy for him.

b)

are sad he's growing up.

c)

are nervous about something.

d)

are irritated with his selfishness.

131.

How do Dickie’s parents react when he asks about the exam?

a)

They avoid talking too much about it.

b)

They get excited about the idea of Dickie taking it.

c)

They stress how important it is that he does well.

d)

They lie to Dickie about the exam.

132.

Why does Dickie's mom crying the morning of the examination?

a)

She’s sad that he’s a year older.

b)

She’s happy to see her son take the exam.

c)

She feels bad about Dickie’s birthday party.

d)

She’s afraid for Dickie to take the exam.

133.

The room that Dickie and his father wait in…

a)

looks dangerous.

b)

is cozy.

c)

lacks comfort.

d)

scares Dickie.

134.

Why did Dickie fail to pass the exam?

a)

He lied during the exam.

b)

He was too smart.

c)

He wasn't smart enough.

d)

He took too long to answer questions.

135.

Which statement best expresses the theme of the story?

a)

It’s better to downplay your own intelligence.

b)

The government has been known to violate people’s rights.

c)

High intelligence can be viewed as a dangerous thing.

d)

People have higher expectations for children as they grow up.

136.

What do the questions that Dickie asks while his father is reading the newspaper reveal about Dickie's character?

a)

They suggest that Dickie doesn’t usually get along with his father.

b)

They show how curious Dickie is about how the world works.

c)

They stress that Dickie isn’t as intelligent as he claims.

d)

They show how much Dickie relies on his father for simple ideas.

137.

How does knowledge of the exam affect Dickie’s mom and dad?

a)

Dickie’s mom becomes anxious and sad, while Dickie’s dad becomes easily irritated.

b)

Dickie’s mom and dad express doubt that their son is ready for the exam.

c)

Dickie’s mom and dad stress about preparing their son for the exam.

d)

Dickie’s mom is not bothered by the exam, while Dickie’s dad is upset about it.

138.

Dickie's parents' negative reactions regarding the examination at the beginning of the story is an example of -

a)

imagery

b)

foreshadowing

c)

irony

d)

internal conflict

139.

The main conflict in this story can best be described as -

a)

individual vs. individual

b)

individual vs. self

c)

individual vs. society

d)

individual vs. technology

140.

"The loudspeaker cracked" and "the mechanism whirred" contain examples of -

a)

simile

b)

alliteration

c)

repetition

d)

onomatopoeia

141.

Based on the story, the reader can best infer -

a)

Dickie's parents have above average intelligence

b)

The government fears any citizen who is capable of questioning their rules.

c)

Dickie was aware of his fate.

d)

Dickie's parents were confident their son would pass the test.

142.

Typically, people strive to do well when taking a test. However, in this story, if you pass, you die. This is an example of -

a)

foreshadowing

b)

imagery

c)

suspense

d)

irony

143.

"The room was as cold and official as a courtroom" is an example of -

a)

metaphor

b)

simile

c)

hyperbole

d)

personification

144.

What does vexation mean as it is used in the passage?

a)

annoyance

b)

kindness

c)

clumsiness

d)

vengeance

145.

Based on the story, the reader can infer that Dickie's father does not answer his son's questions because -

a)

He doesn't want Dickie to understand how the world works.

b)

He, himself, does not know the answer.

c)

He is too busy to explain.

d)

He is not allowed to explain to his son how the world works.

146.

Dickie was too intelligent; therefore, the government disposed of him. The word therefore is a signal word for which organizational pattern?

a)

compare and contrast

b)

problem / solution

c)

chronological

d)

cause and effect

147.

The mood created by the author at the end of the story is -

a)

somber

b)

whimsical

c)

thoughtful

d)

lonely

148.

What is the author's purpose in writing “Examination Day"?

a)

To describe the events leading up to the boy's examination

b)

To create a sense of tension and anticipation in the story

c)

To explain the process of the Government Intelligence test

d)

To highlight the emotional impact of the test results on the parents

149.

What details from the text support the idea that Dickie is alert and observant?

a)

He follows his father's instruction to read comics and later prepares to take the Government Intelligence test as instructed, despite his apprehension.

b)

He becomes puzzled and slightly frightened by the unknown aspects of the test.

c)

He takes in details about his surroundings, such as the wrapped birthday packages and the preparations in the kitchen. He also notices the tension in the room during breakfast.

d)

He asks questions about various topics, such as the rain, the color of grass, and the distance to the sun. His inquisitive nature is evident in his interactions with his parents.

150.

How is Dickie's mother characterized in the passage?

a)

She is characterized as a strict and demanding mother who puts a lot of pressure on Dickie.

b)

She is characterized as an indifferent mother who doesn't care about Dickie's well-being.

c)

She is characterized as a caring and concerned mother who becomes emotional about Dickie's upcoming test.

d)

She is characterized as an overprotective mother who doesn't allow Dickie to take any risks.

151.

Why do you think the government in the story conducts the examination on the twelfth birthday of every child?

a)

To determine their intelligence and potential

b)

To celebrate their transition to adulthood

c)

To identify potential rebels and troublemakers

d)

To assess their physical health and fitness

152.

Which statement best expresses a theme of the short story?

a)

It's better to downplay your own intelligence.

b)

The government has been known to violate people's rights.

c)

High intelligence can be viewed as a dangerous thing.

d)

People have higher expectations for children as they grow up.

153.

How does the character of Dickie change throughout the story?

a)

He becomes more obedient and compliant.

b)

He becomes more rebellious and defiant.

c)

He remains the same throughout the story.

d)

He becomes more confident in his abilities.

154.

What is the central conflict in the story "Examination Day"?

a)

The conflict between Dickie and his teacher

b)

The conflict between Dickie and his parents

c)

The conflict between Dickie and the government's examination system

d)

The conflict between Dickie and his classmates

155.

What can you infer about the government's intentions in conducting the examination?

a)

They genuinely care about the well-being of children.

b)

They aim to identify potential threats to the government's authority.

c)

They want to celebrate the children's twelfth birthdays.

d)

They are primarily concerned with improving education.

156.

How does knowledge of the exam affect Dickie's mom and dad?

a)

Dickie's mom becomes anxious and sad, while Dickie's dad becomes easily irritated.

b)

Dickie's mom and dad express doubt that their son is ready for the exam.

c)

Dickie's mom and dad stress about preparing their son for the exam.

d)

Dickie's mom is not bothered by the exam, while Dickie's dad is upset about it.

157.

What poetic device is used in the following sentence? “The room was as cold and official as a courtroom.”

a)

metaphor

b)

personification

c)

simile

d)

hyperbole

158.

“We regret to inform you that his intelligence quotient has exceeded the government regulation, according to Rule 84, Section 5 of the New Code.”

Which words tells us that Mr. Jordan is about to get bad news?

a)

regret, inform, quotient

b)

regret, exceeded, regulation

c)

regret, quotient, according

d)

regret, Section 5, New Code

159.

How would you describe the mood of Mr. and Mrs. Jordan at the opening of the story?

a)

Happy

b)

Anxious

c)

Excited

d)

Confused

160.

Does this story take place in the past, the present, or the future? Explain your answer using evidence from the story.

a)

Past, as indicated by the old-fashioned setting

b)

Present, as indicated by the modern technology mentioned

c)

Future, as indicated by the advanced government control

d)

Cannot be determined from the story

161.

What comes next in the sequence that Dickie was asked to complete during the exam?

"One, four, seven, ten..."

a)

11, 14, 17, 20

b)

21, 24, 27, 30

c)

13, 16, 19, 22

d)

9, 6, 3, 0