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1. In “Composed upon Westminster Bridge,” what does the speaker compare the city of London to in the morning?
A) A sleeping giant B) A glittering jewel C) A garment D) A mighty heart
A garment
6. In “Tintern Abbey,” the speaker reflects on how his relationship with nature has changed since his youth. What does he say he has lost?
A) His sense of hearing B) His ability to paint landscapes C) The “aching joys” and “dizzy raptures” of youthful passion for nature D) His memory of the river Wye
The “aching joys” and “dizzy raptures” of youthful passion for nature
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 see that brings him joy?
A) A sparkling lake B) A field of golden daffodils C) A host of stars D) Fluttering leaves
A field of golden daffodils
7. In “Composed upon Westminster Bridge,” what final image does the speaker use to describe London?
A) A beating drum B) A sleeping child C) “All that mighty heart is lying still” D) A silent tomb
“All that mighty heart is lying still”
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 “Lines Composed a Few Miles above Tintern Abbey,” what does the speaker say nature provides during times of weariness in the city?
A) Financial wealth B) Sensations sweet and tranquil restoration C) Loud and joyful celebrations D) Clear memories of childhood friends
Sensations sweet and tranquil restoration
8. In “I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud,” what happens when the speaker is in a “pensive mood” lying on his couch?
A) He writes a poem B) He visits the lake in his memory C) The daffodils flash upon his “inward eye” D) He feels sad and lonely
The daffodils flash upon his “inward eye”
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. In “Composed upon Westminster Bridge,” what is notable about the air when the speaker views the city?
A) It is filled with the smell of flowers B) It is smokeless and bright C) It is thick with fog D) It is cold and damp
It is smokeless and bright
9. In “Tintern Abbey,” what does the speaker believe nature can protect us from?
A) Physical harm B) Evil tongues, rash judgments, and the sneers of selfish men C) Poverty and illness D) Loneliness and fear of the dark
Evil tongues, rash judgments, and the sneers of selfish men
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. In “I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud,” how does the speaker describe the daffodils in relation to the waves?
A) They are less joyful B) They are more sparkling C) They “out-did the sparkling waves in glee” D) They are silent compared to the waves
They “out-did the sparkling waves in glee”
10. Who is the “dearest Friend” addressed at the end of “Tintern Abbey”?
A) The river Wye B) The reader C) The speaker’s sister D) A hermit living in the woods
The speaker’s sister
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