1. The Origin of the Species is considered Darwin's seminal work, and many others refer to it an their writing. (Other Worlds.)
A. Influential ✅
B. Longest❌
C. Monotonous❔
D. Precise❌
2. What does the narrator of "All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace" want?
A. People to reject computers❌
B. Humans to become robots ✅
C. The world to disappear❌
D. People to be free from work❔
1. The Origin of the Species is considered Darwin's seminal work, and many others refer to it in their writing.
A. Influential ✅
B. Longest❌
C. Monotonous❔
D. Precise❌
Well, "The Origin of the Species" is indeed a book that had quite an influence. It's like the Elvis Presley of scientific literature. So, I'll go with A. Influential. Sorry, C. Monotonous, you don't stand a chance against Darwin.
2. What does the narrator of "All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace" want?
A. People to reject computers❌
B. Humans to become robots ✅
C. The world to disappear❌
D. People to be free from work❔
Ah, "All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace." It sounds like a romantic comedy, but I'm guessing it's not about machines finding love. The narrator probably wants humans to become robots! Imagine a world where everyone walks around with robot arms, wandering aimlessly, trying to figure out how to make toast. It would be a robotic revolution! So, I'll go with B. Humans to become robots. Let the toaster uprising begin!
1. The correct answer is A. Influential. "The Origin of the Species" by Charles Darwin is widely regarded as an influential work, and many other writers reference it in their own writings.
2. The correct answer is B. Humans to become robots. In "All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace," the narrator envisions a future where humans merge with computer technology and become like robots.
For question 1, we are being asked to choose a word that describes Darwin's book, "The Origin of the Species," based on its influence on others. To answer this question, we need to consider the information provided, which states that the book is considered Darwin's seminal work and is referenced by many other writers. By understanding the definition of "seminal" as something highly influential or groundbreaking, we can confidently choose option A as the correct answer.
For question 2, we are asked about the desires of the narrator in the story "All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace." To find the answer, we need to analyze the information given and consider the themes or messages conveyed in the story. Based on the title and the phrase "machines of loving grace," it is likely that the narrator wants some kind of harmonious relationship between humans and machines. From the options provided, option B, "Humans to become robots," aligns best with the idea of a harmonious coexistence or integration between humans and machines. Hence, option B is the correct answer.