Philosophy of Technology and Truth Quiz

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What is the primary focus of the text?

The future of humanity and potential extinction (correct)

The daily applications of robots in industrial settings

The evolution of robots into advanced smart intelligence

The impact of technology on human health

According to University of California researchers, how many hours do we spend in front of TV and computers at home?

10 hours

8 hours

12 hours (correct)

14 hours

What is one way in which human species could become extinct, as mentioned in the text?

By increasing resistance to natural phenomena

Through natural disasters like typhoons

By evolving into multiple species (correct)

By decreasing exposure to volcanic eruptions

How many text messages do people send and receive on average per month, according to a 2010 Nielsen survey?

What makes teenagers emotionally vulnerable to the effects of texting and online sharing?

Excessive texting and online sharing Signup and view all the answers

What term do the Greeks use for truth, which means unhiddedness or disclosure?

Aletheia Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately reflects the current state of robots mentioned in the text?

Robots are primarily used as industrial tools or equipment Signup and view all the answers

How does Heidegger characterize modern technology?

As a revealing and challenging forth Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Causa materialis' refer to?

The material out of which an object is made Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Piety' mean in the context of 'Questioning as the Piety of Thought'?

Obedience and submission Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Techne' associated with?

Craft of the mind and poetry Signup and view all the answers

Which philosophy emphasizes treating others the way you want to be treated?

Christianity Signup and view all the answers

According to King Solomon, what realization did he have about success long ago?

Success is never satisfying Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for 'revealing' in the text?

Poesis Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest happens when individuals focus only on personal happiness and success?

They may reach addiction and discontent Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect contributes to the disillusionment discussed in the text?

Having unattainable dreams Signup and view all the answers

What is highlighted as a common theme in the pursuit of happiness in the text?

The insatiable nature of worldly desires Signup and view all the answers

Which concept is NOT mentioned as contributing to disillusion according to the text?

Maintaining a positive moral compass Signup and view all the answers

What is mentioned as an extinction risk due to human activity in the text?

Designing new viruses with high virulence and 100% mortality rate Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario is given as an example of a global catastrophe that would be unlikely to result in human extinction?

An all-out nuclear war between Russia and the United States Signup and view all the answers

What does 'reaching a kind of statis' refer to in the context of human civilization?

A point where civilization stops progressing or regresses Signup and view all the answers

What is required for human civilization to be restricted within a relatively narrow interval of advancement?

A carefully calibrated homeostatic mechanism Signup and view all the answers

What concept does 'Post humanity' refer to in the text?

A future state where people have evolved distinct cognitive abilities and physical characteristics Signup and view all the answers

In what context is the term 'Plateau' used regarding human civilization?

A point where technological advancement halts after reaching a certain level Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Humanity' refer to?

The human race and the qualities that make us human Signup and view all the answers

What is post humanity characterized by?

Radical transformation due to advanced medical techniques and biotechnology Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of 'Soft war' aim to explain?

Rights and duties during armed struggle Signup and view all the answers

What are most people deeply involved with according to the text?

Technology Signup and view all the answers

In what areas do people focus their optimistic remarks according to the text?

Healthcare, food, energy, environment, education, economy, and agriculture Signup and view all the answers

Which field is NOT mentioned as a part of post humanity transformation?

Environmental sustainability Signup and view all the answers