Robotics & Artificial Intelligence
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The word 'robot' was first used in a 1920 play by which Czech writer?
About Robotics & Artificial Intelligence
Give your memory a workout with Robotics & Artificial Intelligence: 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty, free to play right in your browser. Discover the evolution of robots and AI from science fiction to everyday reality Expect to spend about 7 minutes; every question comes with an explanation, so you learn something even when you miss.
A few sample questions
1. The word 'robot' was first used in a 1920 play by which Czech writer?
Answer: Karel Čapek
2. Who is considered the 'father of artificial intelligence' and proposed the famous Turing Test?
Answer: Alan Turing
3. What was the name of the IBM computer that defeated chess champion Garry Kasparov in 1997?
Answer: Deep Blue
4. What science fiction author created the 'Three Laws of Robotics'?
Answer: Isaac Asimov
5. What does AI stand for?
Answer: Artificial Intelligence
Frequently asked questions
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