Karel Capek derived the word “robot” from what language’s word for serf labor or drudgery?

a. Czech c. Russian
b. Serbian d. Polish


ANS: A
Czech writer Karel Capek looked to his own language for the term.

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own mind based on the relevant evidence and facts, and is not swayed by the pressure to conform.

a. courage b. independence c. honesty d. justice

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Which of the following is NOT one of the four broad categories of law?

a. statutes b. constitutional law c. common law d. contractual law

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Which statement is true about the hiring and employment process?

A) A job description permits employers to rely on the preferences of their customers as a reason for discriminatory employment practices. B) A job specification describes the qualifications an employee needs, such as skills, educational experience, appearance, and physical attributes. C) According to common law, unless there is an explicit contractual provision to the contrary, every employment is employment "at will." D) In validating job specifications, a firm lists all pertinent details about a job, including its duties, responsibilities, working conditions, and physical requirements.

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Which two passages of Scripture were central to our class discussion of the Holy Spirit's creative work?

a. Mark 3 b. 1 Peter 3 c. Romans 8 d. Genesis 1 e. James 1

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