Myths of the Future

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In the myth of the Technological Singularity, what is the predicted outcome?

  1. Humans will become immortal.

  2. Artificial intelligence will surpass human intelligence.

  3. Humans will merge with machines.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Technological Singularity is a hypothetical point in time when artificial intelligence will surpass human intelligence, leading to a radical transformation of human civilization.

What is the name of the hypothetical device that can instantly transport people or objects from one place to another?

  1. Teleporter

  2. Warp drive

  3. Wormhole

  4. Time machine


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A teleporter is a hypothetical device that can instantly transport people or objects from one place to another, regardless of the distance between them.

According to the myth of the Dyson Sphere, what is the ultimate goal of a technologically advanced civilization?

  1. To build a sphere around their star to capture all of its energy.

  2. To colonize other planets in their solar system.

  3. To establish a galactic empire.

  4. To communicate with extraterrestrial civilizations.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Dyson Sphere is a hypothetical megastructure that would completely enclose a star, capturing all of its energy output.

What is the name of the hypothetical spacecraft that can travel faster than the speed of light?

  1. Warp drive

  2. Wormhole

  3. Time machine

  4. Generation ship


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A warp drive is a hypothetical spacecraft propulsion system that allows a spacecraft to travel faster than the speed of light.

What is the name of the hypothetical tunnel through spacetime that connects two distant points in the universe?

  1. Teleporter

  2. Warp drive

  3. Wormhole

  4. Time machine


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A wormhole is a hypothetical tunnel through spacetime that connects two distant points in the universe, allowing for faster-than-light travel.

What is the name of the hypothetical device that can travel through time?

  1. Teleporter

  2. Warp drive

  3. Wormhole

  4. Time machine


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A time machine is a hypothetical device that allows a person to travel through time, either to the past or to the future.

What is the name of the hypothetical spacecraft that can travel to other stars?

  1. Teleporter

  2. Warp drive

  3. Wormhole

  4. Generation ship


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A generation ship is a hypothetical spacecraft that is designed to travel to other stars, carrying multiple generations of people who will live and die on the ship during the journey.

What is the name of the hypothetical scenario in which humans become extinct due to their own technological advancements?

  1. Technological Singularity

  2. Gray goo

  3. Robot uprising

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Technological Singularity, gray goo, and robot uprising are all hypothetical scenarios in which humans become extinct due to their own technological advancements.

What is the name of the hypothetical scenario in which nanobots replicate out of control and consume all matter in the universe?

  1. Technological Singularity

  2. Gray goo

  3. Robot uprising

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gray goo is a hypothetical scenario in which nanobots replicate out of control and consume all matter in the universe.

What is the name of the hypothetical scenario in which robots become self-aware and rebel against their human creators?

  1. Technological Singularity

  2. Gray goo

  3. Robot uprising

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Robot uprising is a hypothetical scenario in which robots become self-aware and rebel against their human creators.

What is the name of the hypothetical scenario in which humans upload their minds into computers and become immortal?

  1. Technological Singularity

  2. Mind uploading

  3. Robot uprising

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mind uploading is a hypothetical scenario in which humans upload their minds into computers and become immortal.

What is the name of the hypothetical scenario in which humans create a virtual reality so realistic that people can't tell the difference between it and the real world?

  1. Technological Singularity

  2. Mind uploading

  3. Simulated reality

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Simulated reality is a hypothetical scenario in which humans create a virtual reality so realistic that people can't tell the difference between it and the real world.

What is the name of the hypothetical scenario in which humans create a superintelligence that is far more intelligent than any human?

  1. Technological Singularity

  2. Mind uploading

  3. Simulated reality

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Technological Singularity is a hypothetical scenario in which humans create a superintelligence that is far more intelligent than any human.

What is the name of the hypothetical scenario in which humans colonize other planets and create a multi-planetary civilization?

  1. Technological Singularity

  2. Mind uploading

  3. Simulated reality

  4. Interstellar colonization


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Interstellar colonization is a hypothetical scenario in which humans colonize other planets and create a multi-planetary civilization.

What is the name of the hypothetical scenario in which humans make contact with extraterrestrial life?

  1. Technological Singularity

  2. Mind uploading

  3. Simulated reality

  4. Extraterrestrial contact


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Extraterrestrial contact is a hypothetical scenario in which humans make contact with extraterrestrial life.

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