Worksheets11th Final Practice
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is ironic about EPICAC's characterization compared to the protagonist's characterization?
EPICAC was worse at its job than the protagonist.
EPICAC was smarter than the protagonist.
EPICAC had more emotions than the protagonist.
EPICAC was more violent than the protagonist.
Part of EPICAC's sonnet reads, "Love is a hawk with velvet claws..." What does this metaphor describe?
How dangerous love is.
How natural it is to love
How thrilling love is.
How meaningless love is.
Which choice best describes the overall tone of "EPICAC"?
Ironic and melancholic
Detached and clinical
Joyful and triumphant
Satirical and celebratory
Which specific words convey the tone of EPICAC?
A. "sardonic," "wistful," "awkward"
B. "clinical," "detached," "sterile"
C. "exuberant," "triumphant," "boastful"
D. "mournful," "resigned," "joyful"
Which deeper narrative conflict shapes the narrator’s relationship with EPICAC?
His reliance on technology prevents him from developing his own emotional voice.
He believes poetry is unnecessary in modern relationships because it reinforces romantic idealism.
He fears Pat will reject him because he works with machines and Pat hates machines.
He wants the military to use EPICAC only for calculations.
How does the first-person point of view create irony in the story?
The narrator doesn’t fully understand the emotional impact of the poems he takes credit for.
It reveals EPICAC is actually manipulating him to do what it wants and removes his agency.
It shows Pat intentionally deceives the narrator.
It exposes the government’s secret plan to weaponize poetry.
What narrative function does EPICAC’s growing emotional awareness serve?
It exposes the narrator’s lack of self-awareness by contrasting human and machine empathy.
It proves that EPICAC was programmed incorrectly from the beginning.
It shifts the story into a genre focused entirely on satire but not an entirely humorous form of satire.
It pushes Pat to abandon her interest in the narrator.
Why is EPICAC’s self-destruction thematically important to the narrative’s resolution?
It highlights the tragedy of a machine capable of love in a world that only values its utility.
It ensures the military can never access its poetic algorithms again.
It frees Pat from feeling guilty about rejecting EPICAC and helps him move out from under the machine’s control.
It introduces an unexpected comedic ending that throws the reader off and surprises them.
Who is most affected by this issue?
People who feel overwhelmed or unsure about how to communicate in relationships
Generation Z individuals who frequently use AI for dating guidance
Users who rely on AI tools to help them process confusing or emotional messages
Anyone turning to AI because they fear judgment from friends or family
Why is this issue occurring?
Many people feel distressed or uncertain and want guidance without involving others
AI tools are readily available and can give instant, tailored responses
Existing human support systems—like friends, family, or therapy—are sometimes inaccessible or uncomfortable
Dating apps and AI developers are promoting AI-assisted communication as a convenient solution
How are people being affected by this issue?
Some feel validated or calmed because AI mirrors their emotions back to them
Others may begin avoiding difficult conversations by outsourcing emotional tasks to AI
Certain users risk developing dependence on AI for intuition, judgment, or communication
Some experience discomfort because AI responses can feel scripted, sterile, or overly agreeable
When did this issue start to become an issue?
When large language models became popular for everyday problem-solving, including personal matters
Earlier in the year, when individuals like Rachel first began using AI for relationship conversations
As AI dating-advice services (like Mei) started to emerge and attract users
When younger generations—especially Gen Z—began heavily relying on AI for messaging, breakups, and relationship problems
What is the main idea of the article?
AI is replacing human therapists and will soon dominate mental-health care.
Many people are turning to AI tools for relationship advice, which offers benefits but also raises concerns.
AI tools are primarily used by older generations to solve communication problems.
AI is now capable of forming emotional bonds with its users.
Which theme is MOST strongly developed in the article?
Technology strengthens real-life relationships by eliminating conflict.
Emotional independence is unnecessary in the age of AI.
While AI can support communication, overreliance may limit personal growth.
AI communication is always better than human communication.
What is a major concern experts express about using AI for relationship help?
AI always encourages people to stay in unhealthy relationships.
AI may encourage dishonesty by generating fake identities, passports, and other personal information.
AI might reinforce distorted thinking and reduce genuine emotional engagement.
AI cannot understand any human emotions at all. It is emotionally illiterate.
Which statement best summarizes the tension presented in the article?
People want AI to tell them exactly what to do so they don’t have to think for themselves.
AI is helpful for writing creative fiction but not useful for communication.
AI can give fast guidance, but using it too much may weaken real human connection and emotional skills.
AI tools are universally celebrated for improving every aspect of relationships, both friendly and romantic.
Which person in the report provides a scientific perspective on the issue?
Rachael
Lalitaa Suglani
Es Lee
Corinne
How does the article characterize AI platforms?
Outright dangerous.
Potentially helpful.
Broken and full of glitches
Too simple to be effective
What is the tone of the report?
Objective
Fearful
Urgent
Compassionate
What is the purpose of the report?
To persuade the audience to boycott AI platforms.
To convince the audience to increase their use of AI platforms.
To inform the audience of the pros and cons to using AI platforms.
To entertain the audience using interesting interviews.
