Back to: Robotics & Artificial Intelligence (Class IX)
Introduction to Robotics
Understanding Robots
- What is the primary function of a robot?
A) To perform human tasks manually
- B) To assist humans in performing tasks
- C) To create new robots
- D) To replace humans completely
Answer: B) To assist humans in performing tasks
- Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of robots?
- A) Increased efficiency
- B) Longer working span
- C) Emotions
- D) Ability to work in hazardous environments Answer: C) Emotions
- What is one benefit of using robots in manufacturing?
- A) Increased human error
- B) Reduced productivity
- C) Increased quality
- D) Shorter working hours Answer: C) Increased quality
- Which of the following best describes a robot?
- A) A machine that can only move in one direction
- B) A device that can perform tasks autonomously or semi-autonomously
- C) A computer that processes data
- D) A machine that needs continuous human supervision Answer: B) A device that can perform tasks autonomously or semi-autonomously
- Which of the following is NOT a typical use of robots in industry?
- A) Welding
- B) Painting
- C) Cooking
- D) Assembly line work Answer: C) Cooking
Evolution of Robots
- In which decade did the term ‘robotics’ become widely used?
- A) 1920s
- B) 1940s
- C) 1950s
- D) 1960s Answer: B) 1940s
- Which of the following is NOT one of Asimov’s Three Laws of Robotics?
- A) A robot must obey the orders given by humans.
- B) A robot must protect its own existence.
- C) A robot must be capable of learning from experience.
- D) A robot must prevent harm to humans. Answer: C) A robot must be capable of learning from experience.
- Who is credited with the early development of robots in the 20th century?
- A) Isaac Asimov
- B) George Devol
- C) Alan Turing
- D) Nikola Tesla Answer: B) George Devol
- The first industrial robot, Unimate, was introduced in which decade?
- A) 1960s
- B) 1970s
- C) 1980s
- D) 1990s Answer: A) 1960s
- What is the primary focus of robotics research in the 21st century?
- A) Mechanical design only
- B) Computational intelligence and machine learning
- C) Traditional manufacturing
- D) Manual control systems
Classification of Robots
- Which type of robot is designed to work in underwater environments?
- A) Aerial robot
- B) Ground robot
- C) Underwater robot
- D) Humanoid robot
- Which of the following is an example of a bio-inspired robot?
- A) Humanoid robot
- B) Medical robot
- C) Snake robot
- D) Industrial robot
- Which classification of robots is based on their control mechanism?
- A) Field/terrain-based robots
- B) Bio-inspired robots
- C) Manual and automatic robots
- D) Aerial and ground robots
- What type of robot is designed to operate in the air?
- A) Ground robot
- B) Underwater robot
- C) Aerial robot
- D) Humanoid robot
- Which of the following is a bio-inspired robot?
- A) Robot arm
- B) Humanoid robot
- C) Robot that mimics the flight of birds
- D) Surgical robot
Real-world Robots and Applications
- Which field uses robots to perform surgeries?
- A) Entertainment
- B) Agriculture
- C) Medical
- D) Defense
- Which type of robot is commonly used for household chores like vacuuming?
- A) Humanoid robot
- B) Industrial robot
- C) Ground robot
- D) Domestic robot
- Which type of robot is used in space exploration?
- A) Industrial robot
- B) Aerial robot
- C) Space robot
- D) Medical robot
- In which industry are robots used to handle hazardous materials?
- A) Entertainment
- B) Defense
- C) Agriculture
- D) Manufacturing
- Which application of robots involves entertainment?
- A) Surveillance
- B) Medical diagnosis
- C) Automated amusement park rides
- D) Agricultural harvesting
2. Robot as a System (30 MCQs)
Building Blocks of Robots
- Which component of a robot is responsible for its physical movement?
- A) Mechanical block
- B) Electronic block
- C) Computational block
- D) Power block
- What is the role of the computational block in a robot?
- A) To provide energy
- B) To process information and make decisions
- C) To support the structure
- D) To sense the environment
- Which block of a robot is responsible for sensing and feedback?
- A) Mechanical block
- B) Electronic block
- C) Computational block
- D) Power block
- In a robot, what does the mechanical block typically include?
- A) Sensors and actuators
- B) Microcontrollers and processors
- C) Motors and gears
- D) Power supply and batteries
- Which block of a robot is crucial for its control and decision-making?
- A) Mechanical block
- B) Electronic block
- C) Computational block
- D) Power block
Identification of Robots
- What type of robot is used in an automotive assembly line?
- A) Humanoid robot
- B) Industrial robotic arm
- C) Aerial drone
- D) Medical robot
- Which robot is designed to assist in performing repetitive tasks in a factory?
- A) Medical robot
- B) Domestic robot
- C) Industrial robot
- D) Humanoid robot
- Which type of robot is designed to resemble human appearance and behavior?
- A) Humanoid robot
- B) Underwater robot
- C) Aerial robot
- D) Medical robot
- What is an example of a mobile robot?
- A) Robot arm
- B) Autonomous vacuum cleaner
- C) Surgical robot
- D) Drone
- Which of the following is used to interact with humans through spoken language?
- A) Humanoid robot
- B) Aerial drone
- C) Industrial robot
- D) Medical robot
3. Concepts in Robotics (40 MCQs)
Types of Motion
- Which type of motion involves movement in a straight line?
- A) Angular
- B) Circular
- C) Linear
- D) Rotational
- Which type of motion involves rotation around a fixed point?
- A) Linear
- B) Circular
- C) Angular
- D) Translational
- What type of joint allows movement along a single axis?
- A) Prismatic
- B) Revolute
- C) Spherical
- D) Flexible
- Which type of motion is described by the robot arm moving in an arc?
- A) Linear
- B) Rotational
- C) Translational
- D) Oscillatory
- What type of joint allows movement along multiple axes?
- A) Prismatic
- B) Revolute
- C) Spherical
- D) Planar
Using Links and Joints
- Which type of link is rigid and does not deform?
- A) Rigid link
- B) Flexible link
- C) Soft link
- D) Deformable link
- What is the purpose of using joints in a robotic system?
- A) To connect links and allow motion
- B) To provide power to the system
- C) To support the robot’s weight
- D) To store and process data
- Which type of joint provides translational motion?
- A) Revolute joint
- B) Prismatic joint
- C) Spherical joint
- D) Universal joint
- What kind of motion is achieved by a prismatic joint?
- A) Rotational motion
- B) Linear motion
- C) Oscillatory motion
- D) Circular motion
- Which type of robot joint allows rotational movement around two axes?
- A) Prismatic
- B) Revolute
- C) Spherical
- D) Universal
Degree of Freedom
- How many degrees of freedom does a typical robotic arm with three revolute joints have?
- A) 3
- B) 4
- C) 6
- D) 2
- What does ‘degree of freedom’ refer to in robotics?
- A) The range of temperatures a robot can operate in
- B) The number of independent movements a robot can make
- C) The amount of power a robot consumes
- D) The speed at which a robot operates
- Which type of robot typically has six degrees of freedom?
- A) Humanoid robot
- B) Mobile robot
- C) Robotic arm
- D) Drone
- Which of the following is a characteristic of robots with high degrees of freedom?
- A) Limited range of movement
- B) High precision and versatility
- C) Restricted movement to a single plane
- D) Simplified control systems
- A robot with three degrees of freedom can perform which type of movements?
- A) Linear, rotational, and translational
- B) Rotational and translational
- C) Linear and rotational
- D) Linear, angular, and oscillatory
4. Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) (30 MCQs)
Meaning and History
- Who is considered the “father of artificial intelligence”?
- A) Alan Turing
- B) John McCarthy
- C) Marvin Minsky
- D) Herbert Simon
- What was the main purpose of the Turing Test?
- A) To measure the speed of a computer
- B) To assess a machine’s ability to exhibit intelligent behavior equivalent to a human
- C) To evaluate the accuracy of data processing
- D) To test the durability of a robot
- Which AI concept focuses on machines learning from data without being explicitly programmed?
- A) Rule-based systems
- B) Machine learning
- C) Expert systems
- D) Decision trees
- In which decade did AI research begin?
- A) 1940s
- B) 1950s
- C) 1960s
- D) 1970s
- Which early computer scientist is known for the development of the Turing Machine?
- A) Alan Turing
- B) John McCarthy
- C) Claude Shannon
- D) Norbert Wiener
Applications and Benefits of AI
- Which AI application is used for automatic language translation?
- A) Chatbots
- B) Recommendation systems
- C) Natural language processing
- D) Image recognition
- In which area is AI used to enhance customer service?
- A) Automated chatbots
- B) Financial forecasting
- C) Data mining
- D) Autonomous vehicles
- Which AI technology is commonly used in self-driving cars?
- A) Natural language processing
- B) Computer vision
- C) Expert systems
- D) Recommendation systems
- Which AI system is used to provide personalized recommendations on streaming platforms?
- A) Machine learning algorithms
- B) Rule-based systems
- C) Expert systems
- D) Decision trees
- Which field benefits from AI in predicting weather patterns and climate changes?
- A) Finance
- B) Healthcare
- C) Meteorology
- D) Retail
Ethical Considerations
- What is a major concern related to AI bias?
- A) Increased computational speed
- B) Inaccurate predictions due to biased data
- C) Enhanced user experience
- D) Reduced data storage needs
- Which ethical issue in AI involves ensuring transparency in decision-making processes?
- A) Bias
- B) Fairness
- C) Accountability
- D) Explainability
- Which ethical principle ensures that AI systems do not discriminate against individuals based on race, gender, or other characteristics?
- A) Accountability
- B) Fairness
- C) Transparency
- D) Privacy
- What is the concern related to the use of AI in surveillance?
- A) Increased productivity
- B) Privacy invasion
- C) Improved security
- D) Enhanced data analysis
- Which ethical issue involves ensuring that AI systems are used responsibly and do not cause harm?
- A) Transparency
- B) Accountability
- C) Bias
- D) Privacy
5. Role of Data and Information, Evolution of Computing (30 MCQs)
Data and Information
- Which type of data is best suited for facial recognition systems?
- A) Audio
- B) Numeric
- C) Visual
- D) Text
- What is the process of transforming raw data into meaningful insights called?
- A) Data Collection
- B) Data Acquisition
- C) Data Exploration
- D) Data Analysis
- Which of the following is an example of unstructured data?
- A) Spreadsheet data
- B) Database records
- C) Text documents
- D) Numeric data
- What is the primary purpose of data cleaning?
- A) To increase the data size
- B) To improve the quality and consistency of data
- C) To enhance data encryption
- D) To perform data analysis
- Which type of data storage is characterized by high-speed access and temporary storage?
- A) SSD
- B) Hard drive
- C) RAM
- D) Optical disk
Evolution of Computing
- Which type of computing system is designed for deterministic problems?
- A) Probabilistic computing
- B) Quantum computing
- C) Deterministic computing
- D) Neuromorphic computing
- What was the main limitation of early computers compared to modern systems?
- A) Speed and size
- B) Cost and maintenance
- C) Software compatibility
- D) Power consumption
- Which computing model uses quantum bits (qubits) for processing information?
- A) Classical computing
- B) Cloud computing
- C) Quantum computing
- D) Edge computing
- What is the primary function of cloud computing?
- A) To store data locally
- B) To provide on-demand computing resources over the internet
- C) To enhance physical hardware performance
- D) To perform offline data processing
- Which technology allows for the simulation of neural networks in computing?
- A) Classical computing
- B) Quantum computing
- C) Neuromorphic computing
- D) Cloud computing
6. Introduction to Python Programming (20 MCQs)
Basics of Python
- What is the correct syntax to output “Hello, World!” in Python?
- A) print(“Hello, World!”)
- B) echo(“Hello, World!”)
- C) console.log(“Hello, World!”)
- D) printf(“Hello, World!”)
- Which of the following is a Python data type?
- A) int
- B) string
- C) list
- D) All of the above
- Which keyword is used to define a function in Python?
- A) func
- B) define
- C) def
- D) function
- How do you insert comments in Python code?
- A) /* comment */
- B) # comment
- C) — comment
- D) // comment
- What does the ‘len()’ function do in Python?
- A) Calculates the length of a string or list
- B) Returns the length of a variable
- C) Sets the length of a variable
- D) Creates a new list with length
Python Modules and Libraries
- Which module in Python provides mathematical functions?
- A) math
- B) numpy
- C) scipy
- D) pandas
- What does the ‘import’ statement do in Python?
- A) Imports a file from the system
- B) Imports a module or library into the script
- C) Imports data from a database
- D) Imports a package from the internet
- Which library is commonly used for data manipulation and analysis in Python?
- A) matplotlib
- B) pandas
- C) seaborn
- D) scipy
- What is the purpose of the ‘numpy’ library in Python?
- A) Data visualization
- B) Numerical computations
- C) Data manipulation
- D) Web development
- Which Python library is used for creating static, animated, and interactive visualizations?
- A) matplotlib
- B) numpy
- C) pandas
- D) scikit-learn
7. AI Project Framework (20 MCQs)
Project Planning and Implementation
- What is the first step in an AI project framework?
- A) Model training
- B) Data collection
- C) Problem definition
- D) Model evaluation
- Which of the following is crucial for successful AI project implementation?
- A) Adequate data
- B) Fast hardware
- C) Large team size
- D) High budget
- What is the purpose of model validation in an AI project?
- A) To ensure the model performs well on unseen data
- B) To train the model
- C) To collect data
- D) To define the problem
- Which stage involves adjusting the AI model based on performance metrics?
- A) Data collection
- B) Model training
- C) Model evaluation
- D) Model tuning
- What is essential for ensuring that an AI system provides accurate predictions?
- A) Proper data preprocessing
- B) Expensive hardware
- C) Large team
- D) Frequent model updates
AI Tools and Techniques
- Which technique is used to improve the performance of machine learning models?
- A) Cross-validation
- B) Data encryption
- C) Data anonymization
- D) Data augmentation
- What is the purpose of using feature engineering in an AI project?
- A) To generate additional data
- B) To improve the quality of the features used in the model
- C) To analyze the performance of the model
- D) To preprocess data
- Which tool is commonly used for developing machine learning models in Python?
- A) TensorFlow
- B) Excel
- C) MySQL
- D) MATLAB
- Which AI technique is used for supervised learning?
- A) Reinforcement learning
- B) Unsupervised learning
- C) Classification
- D) Clustering
- What is a common evaluation metric for regression models?
- A) Accuracy
- B) Precision
- C) Mean Absolute Error (MAE)
- D) F1 Score
8. General Robotics Knowledge (30 MCQs)
Historical Figures and Milestones
- Who wrote the short story “Runaround,” which introduced the Three Laws of Robotics?
- A) Isaac Asimov
- B) Arthur C. Clarke
- C) Philip K. Dick
- D) H.G. Wells
- Which early robot was used in an automotive assembly line?
- A) Unimate
- B) ASIMO
- C) Roomba
- D) Baxter
- In which year was the first humanoid robot, ASIMO, introduced by Honda?
- A) 1996
- B) 2000
- C) 2005
- D) 2010
- Which company developed the first commercially available robot arm, the “Puma 560”?
- A) ABB
- B) KUKA
- C) FANUC
- D) Universal Robots
- Which robot is known for its role in the Mars rover missions?
- A) Curiosity
- B) ASIMO
- C) Unimate
- D) RoboCop
Current Trends and Future Directions
- Which of the following is a major trend in robotics?
- A) Increased manual control
- B) Integration with AI and machine learning
- C) Decreased use of sensors
- D) Reduced focus on automation
- Which technology is expected to revolutionize robotics in the future?
- A) Quantum computing
- B) Blockchain
- C) Virtual reality
- D) 5G technology
- Which area of robotics is expected to grow significantly in the coming years?
- A) Domestic robots
- B) Industrial robots
- C) Autonomous vehicles
- D) Medical robots
- What is a significant challenge in developing autonomous robots?
- A) Lack of sensors
- B) Limited computational power
- C) Ensuring safety and reliability
- D) High cost of materials
- Which emerging field in robotics focuses on robots that mimic human behavior and interaction?
- A) Bio-robotics
- B) Cognitive robotics
- C) Autonomous robotics
- D) Humanoid robotics
9. Case Studies and Practical Applications (20 MCQs)
Case Studies
- What was the primary use of the “RoboCup” competition?
- A) To promote robotics in education
- B) To advance AI in sports
- C) To demonstrate robotic applications in soccer
- D) To test robot endurance
- In which industry is the “Spot” robot by Boston Dynamics primarily used?
- A) Healthcare
- B) Agriculture
- C) Construction
- D) Retail
- Which robot is known for assisting in surgeries with high precision?
- A) Da Vinci Surgical System
- B) ASIMO
- C) Baxter
- D) Spot
- What is the primary application of the “Roomba” robot?
- A) Lawn mowing
- B) Autonomous driving
- C) Vacuum cleaning
- D) Warehouse management
- Which robotic system is used in warehouses for sorting and packing items?
- A) Kiva Systems
- B) ASIMO
- C) Spot
- D) Da Vinci Surgical System
Practical Applications
- Which field benefits from robotics in performing repetitive and dangerous tasks?
- A) Healthcare
- B) Manufacturing
- C) Entertainment
- D) Retail
- Which technology allows robots to navigate and map environments autonomously?
- A) GPS
- B) LIDAR
- C) RFID
- D) Ultrasonic sensors
- What is the role of collaborative robots (cobots) in industrial settings?
- A) To replace human workers completely
- B) To work alongside human workers and enhance productivity
- C) To perform tasks independently
- D) To conduct quality inspections
- Which type of robot is designed to assist with physical rehabilitation?
- A) Service robot
- B) Medical robot
- C) Industrial robot
- D) Educational robot
- What is a key feature of autonomous drones used in agriculture?
- A) High-speed internet connectivity
- B) Real-time data analysis
- C) Ability to navigate without GPS
- D) Advanced image recognition