Friday 20 Question Quiz – 20/10/2023 Round 1: AI in Computer Games 10 questions about AI in computer games - as in AI characters, not just general AI. None Considered the franchise's mascot, what is the name of the humorous robot AI in the Borderlands series, known for its quirky personality? What is the name of the AI in the Portal series, known for its dark humour and deadly testing chambers, and promises of cake? In Fallout 4, what is the name of the AI associated with the Railroad faction and helping synths escape? Cortana is an AI serving as a companion to Master Chief and providing valuable information and support in which game series? In which video game series would you encounter Legion, a Geth AI which helps the player understand Geth culture? What is the malevolent AI that serves as the main antagonist in the System Shock series, aiming to control and dominate humanity? What is the name of the Exo, a highly advanced robot made by the fictional company 'Braytech', that appears as a supporting character in the game series Destiny? What is the character in the Bioshock series who initially guides the player but later reveals the complex backstory? PRISM is the AI which provides the player with information and objectives in which game's near-future world? In the Titanfall series what is the AI which provides Titan pilots with information, support, and combat assistance? Round 2: General Knowledge 10 General Knowledge questions with no theme or connection. This week these have been provided by the folks over at You Know What - https://youknowwhatblog.com/ None Who is currently serving as the United States Secretary of State? Hint What acting duo can you find in the movies Silver Linings Playbook (2012), American Hustle (2013), Serena (2014), and Joy (2015)? Robert De Niro/Bradley Cooper Robert De Niro/Jennifer Lawrence Amy Adams/Jennifer Lawrence Bradley Cooper/Jennifer Lawrence Bradley Cooper/Amy Adams None According to the Greek Myth, Pegasus was born following what other character's death? What American author became known for creating the "Three Laws of Robotics"? What national team won the inaugural Rugby World Cup (1987)? What country was formerly known as Taprobana and Serendib? Which one of Verdi's operas is based on a hunchbacked jester? What is the name given to a group of lions? What is the highest value in the Mohs' scale? Hint In the TV series The Simpsons, what is Homer Simpson's favourite beer brand? Time's up
