Humanoid Robots
What is a humanoid robot?
A robot shaped like a human.
Define the term social media.
Apps or websites where people share content and connect.
What is the capital of the United States?
Washington, D.C.
What genre is Megan?
Horror / thriller / science fiction
What is biometric technology?
Technology that identifies people based on physical traits.
What is the “uncanny valley”?
When a human-like robot looks almost real but feels strange.
Name three positive effects of social media.
Staying in touch, learning, awareness.
Which document declared independence from Britain?
The Declaration of Independence
Name three themes explored in Megan.
Dangers of AI, technology vs humanity, control, ethics, or family dynamics
Name two common types of biometric data.
Fingerprints, facial recognition, iris scans, voice recognition,GAIT.
Name two famous humanoid robots.
Sophia, Pepper, ASIMO, etc.
Name four negative effects of social media.
Cyberbullying, addiction, misinformation, cognitive offloading
How many states are in the U.S.?
50
Describe two significant challenges Ibelin faces in the documentary titles The Incredible Life of Ibelin.
Overcoming personal or societal obstacles, such as identity struggles or adversity in their environment
How is biometric technology used in daily life?
Unlocking phones, airport security, attendance systems.
What is NEO, who developed it, and what are two tasks it is designed to help with in the home?
NEO is a humanoid robot developed by the Norwegian company 1X Technologies designed to assist with everyday household tasks. It can help with things like cleaning and organizing (and other chores like folding laundry or tidying up)
How has social media changed news?
News spreads faster—and sometimes misinformation spreads too.
Who was the first U.S. President?
George Washington
Name one advanced technology or feature that Megan uses to interact with humans, and explain how it makes her dangerous or powerful.
Megan uses artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, allowing her to recognize people, understand situations, and make decisions independently. This makes her dangerous because she can manipulate, deceive, or harm humans if her programming goes beyond control.
Name three concerns or disadvantages of biometric technology.
Privacy issues, hacking, errors in recognition, misuse of data
Name five key elements of a humanoid robot that allow it to look and act like a human.
Sensors (e.g., cameras, microphones, touch sensors)
Actuators / motors (for movement)
AI / control system (for decision-making)
Skeleton / frame (structure of the robot)
Skin or outer covering (for human-like appearance)
Power supply / battery
Software for interaction / communication
Which social media platform introduced the “News Feed” algorithm in 2006, and how did it change the way users see posts from friends and pages?
Facebook introduced the News Feed algorithm in 2006.
It changed the way users see posts by showing content based on engagement, popularity, and relevance rather than in chronological order, which affects which posts get the most attention.
What are the three branches of the U.S. government, and who represents each branch?
Legislative – makes the laws → represented by Congress (Senate and House of Representatives)
Executive – enforces the laws → represented by the President
Judicial – interprets the laws → represented by the Supreme Court
Which popular video game has immortalized real people who have passed away by turning them into NPCs (non-player characters) as a tribute?
World of Warcraft has honored people who died by creating NPCs in their memory as a tribute.
What is GAIT and how does it work?
GAIT is the way a person walks or moves. It includes patterns like the speed, rhythm, and movement of legs and arms. Everyone has a unique gait, almost like a fingerprint. GAIT technology uses cameras, sensors, or AI systems to analyze the way a person walks.