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Cyberpunk Classics: Revisiting the Seminal Works that Defined the Genre

Description: Dive into the world of cyberpunk classics and test your knowledge about the seminal works that shaped the genre. From the dystopian visions of William Gibson to the gritty neon-lit streets of Ridley Scott's films, this quiz will challenge your understanding of these influential works.
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In William Gibson's novel Neuromancer, the protagonist Case is a(n):

  1. Hacker

  2. Cyborg

  3. Street Samurai

  4. Corporate Executive


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Case is a skilled hacker who is hired to steal data from a powerful corporation.

Which of the following is NOT a major theme explored in Ridley Scott's film Blade Runner?

  1. Artificial Intelligence

  2. Existentialism

  3. Environmental Degradation

  4. Cyberpunk Fashion


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While Blade Runner is known for its exploration of AI, existentialism, and environmental degradation, cyberpunk fashion is not a major theme in the film.

In the novel Snow Crash, the protagonist Hiro Protagonist is a(n):

  1. Hacker

  2. Pizza Delivery Driver

  3. Courier

  4. Security Guard


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hiro Protagonist is a skilled hacker who is hired to investigate a mysterious virus that is spreading through the Metaverse.

Which of the following is NOT a major corporation featured in the Cyberpunk 2020 tabletop role-playing game?

  1. Arasaka Corporation

  2. Militech

  3. Trauma Team International

  4. Amazon


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Arasaka Corporation, Militech, and Trauma Team International are all major corporations in the Cyberpunk 2020 universe, while Amazon is not.

In the film Akira, the protagonist Kaneda is a member of a(n):

  1. Biker Gang

  2. Government Agency

  3. Terrorist Organization

  4. Corporate Security Force


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kaneda is the leader of a biker gang called the Capsules.

Which of the following is NOT a major character in the novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?

  1. Rick Deckard

  2. Roy Batty

  3. J.R. Isidore

  4. Pris Stratton


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Rick Deckard, Roy Batty, and Pris Stratton are all major characters in the novel, while J.R. Isidore is not.

In the film Ghost in the Shell, the protagonist Major Motoko Kusanagi is a member of a(n):

  1. Counter-Terrorist Unit

  2. Police Department

  3. Military Intelligence Agency

  4. Corporate Security Force


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Major Motoko Kusanagi is a member of Public Security Section 9, a counter-terrorist unit.

Which of the following is NOT a major theme explored in the novel Altered Carbon?

  1. Immortality

  2. Memory

  3. Identity

  4. Artificial Intelligence


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While Altered Carbon explores themes of immortality, memory, and identity, artificial intelligence is not a major theme in the novel.

In the film The Matrix, the protagonist Neo is a(n):

  1. Hacker

  2. Computer Programmer

  3. Construction Worker

  4. Police Officer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Neo is a skilled hacker who is recruited by a group of rebels to fight against the machines that control the Matrix.

Which of the following is NOT a major corporation featured in the Deus Ex video game series?

  1. Sarif Industries

  2. Palisade Blade

  3. VersaLife

  4. Google


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sarif Industries, Palisade Blade, and VersaLife are all major corporations in the Deus Ex universe, while Google is not.

In the novel Neuromancer, the character Molly Millions is a(n):

  1. Hacker

  2. Street Samurai

  3. Cyborg

  4. Corporate Executive


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Molly Millions is a skilled street samurai, a mercenary who specializes in combat and espionage.

Which of the following is NOT a major theme explored in the film Blade Runner 2049?

  1. Artificial Intelligence

  2. Existentialism

  3. Environmental Degradation

  4. Virtual Reality


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While Blade Runner 2049 explores themes of AI, existentialism, and environmental degradation, virtual reality is not a major theme in the film.

In the novel Snow Crash, the Metaverse is a(n):

  1. Virtual Reality Network

  2. Augmented Reality Network

  3. Mixed Reality Network

  4. Blockchain Network


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Metaverse in Snow Crash is a virtual reality network that allows users to interact with each other and with computer-generated objects.

Which of the following is NOT a major corporation featured in the Cyberpunk 2077 video game?

  1. Arasaka Corporation

  2. Militech

  3. Trauma Team International

  4. Apple


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Arasaka Corporation, Militech, and Trauma Team International are all major corporations in the Cyberpunk 2077 universe, while Apple is not.

In the film Akira, the character Tetsuo Shima is a(n):

  1. Biker Gang Member

  2. Esper

  3. Government Agent

  4. Corporate Executive


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Tetsuo Shima is a powerful esper, a person with psychic abilities.

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