Unseen 1
1. In “Composed upon Westminster Bridge,” what metaphor does the speaker use to describe how London wears the morning beauty?
A) Like a sleeping giant B) Like a garment C) Like a sparkling jewel D) Like a mighty heart
Like a garment
6. During Victor Frankenstein’s confrontation with his creature, what is the creature’s main demand?
A) To become ruler of the world B) To be given wealth and status C) That Victor accept his responsibilities as a creator D) To be destroyed immediately
That Victor accept his responsibilities as a creator
1. According to the reading, what recurring idea appears in myths and stories across various world cultures?
A) That humans are doomed to repeat their mistakes B) That artificial creations could gain consciousness and influence society C) That scientists should not be trusted with new technology D) That only gods can create life
That artificial creations could gain consciousness and influence society
6. During their confrontation, what does Frankenstein’s creature primarily demand?
A) Wealth and social status B) That Victor acknowledge and fulfill his duties as creator C) Immediate death D) To be made ruler over humanity
That Victor acknowledge and fulfill his duties as creator
1. Where is the island of Shalott located?
A. In the middle of a forest B. On either side of a river C. In a desert D. On a mountain peak
On either side of a river
2. In “I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud,” what does the speaker recall when he lies on his couch in a thoughtful mood?
A) The sound of the lake waves B) The image of daffodils in his mind’s eye C) The loneliness of his childhood D) The colors of the rainbow
The image of daffodils in his mind’s eye
7. According to the article, what long-term danger do some experts associate with advanced artificial intelligence?
A) It will make human beings physically weak B) It could become impossible for humans to control C) It will only be available to rich nations D) It will replace all forms of art
It could become impossible for humans to control
2. How did Aristotle use the myth of the moving statues in his writing?
A) To argue that art is more important than science B) To suggest that machines will one day replace human workers C) To defend the institution of slavery D) To critique Greek mythology
To defend the institution of slavery
7. What core warning does Frankenstein offer about humanity’s pursuit of power through science?
A) That it always leads to immediate rewards B) That the desire for control often overshadows moral responsibility C) That it is the only way to ensure human survival D) That it requires complete secrecy to succeed
That the desire for control often overshadows moral responsibility
2. What is the Lady of Shalott’s primary activity in her tower?
A. Singing songs B. Weaving a web C. Reading books D. Painting pictures
Weaving a web
3. In “Tintern Abbey,” what does the speaker say he has lost from his youthful relationship with nature?
A) His desire to write poetry B) The intense, passionate thrills of his younger days C) His memory of the river Wye D) His ability to feel joy
The intense, passionate thrills of his younger days
8. What happens to the Lady of Shalott’s mirror when she finally looks directly toward Camelot?
A) It shows her the future B) It turns black C) It cracks from side to side D) It shines brighter than before
It cracks from side to side
3. What major ethical question does Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein raise about scientific progress?
A) How to keep scientific discoveries secret B) What responsibilities come with creating powerful new technology C) Whether artificial life should be granted citizenship D) How to make scientific research more profitable
What responsibilities come with creating powerful new technology
8. The author connects “Frankenstein’s problem” to which modern field of research?
A) Genetic cloning B) Space exploration C) Artificial intelligence and robotics D) Renewable energy
Artificial intelligence and robotics
3. What will happen if the Lady stops weaving to look toward Camelot?
A. She will be rewarded B. A curse will befall her C. She will fall asleep D. She will be set free
A curse will befall her
4. According to “Tintern Abbey,” what kind of harm does the speaker believe nature can protect us from?
A) Physical illness and injury B) Poverty and hunger C) Cruel words, unfair judgments, and selfish people D) Fear of death
Cruel words, unfair judgments, and selfish people
9. What is written on the front of the boat the Lady uses to float down the river?
A) “Camelot” B) “A Curse” C) “Lancelot” D) “The Lady of Shalott”
“The Lady of Shalott”
4. What risk does the author associate with introducing new technologies into society?
A) They will always be welcomed without controversy B) They may escape human control and develop autonomy C) They will inevitably lead to immediate regulation D) They will reduce the need for ethical discussion
They may escape human control and develop autonomy
9. According to experts cited in the reading, what is a potential long-term danger of advanced artificial intelligence?
A) It will make humans lazy B) It may become impossible for humans to control C) It will be too expensive to maintain D) It will only benefit wealthy nations .
It may become impossible for humans to control
4. How does the Lady see the outside world?
A. Through a window B. Through a clear mirror C. By leaving her tower D. Through dreams
Through a clear mirror
5. What ethical question does Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein raise about scientific advancement?
A) How to keep experiments secret from the public B) What duties scientists have when creating powerful new technology C) Whether artificial beings should be allowed to vote D) How to make science more profitable
What duties scientists have when creating powerful new technology
10. What does the reaper in the fields think the Lady’s singing voice sounds like?
A) A ghost crying B) An angel C) A fairy D) The wind in the trees
An angel
5. What narrative technique does the author praise in Frankenstein?
A) The use of multiple timelines B) A heartfelt dialogue between creator and creation C) The complete absence of dialogue D) Telling the story solely from the creature’s perspective
A heartfelt dialogue between creator and creation
10. What does the author suggest contemporary fears about AI reflect?
A) A misunderstanding of how robots work B) The timeless concerns about responsibility explored in Frankenstein C) Anxiety about job loss in the manufacturing sector D) The influence of science-fiction movies
The timeless concerns about responsibility explored in Frankenstein
5. What does the Lady sometimes see passing by in her mirror?
A. Knights riding together B. Ships sailing C. Dragons flying D. Kings walking alone
Knights riding together