I, Robot: Chapter 5: Liar!

Who is the director of U.S. Robots in the story?

• Susan Calvin

• Alfred Lanning

• Milton Ashe

• Peter Bogert

What is the nickname of the RB-34 robot?

• Herbie

• R2-D2

• Robbie

• Bender

What is Dr. Calvin's role in the story?

• Director

• Interviewer

• Technician

• Mathematician

What does Herbie reveal about Dr. Calvin's feelings for Milton Ashe?

• She is in love with him

• She hates him

• She is afraid of him

• She is indifferent towards him

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Who does Herbie claim will be named the next research director?

• Milton Ashe

• Alfred Lanning

• Susan Calvin

• Peter Bogert

What does Herbie tell Dr. Calvin about Lanning's retirement?

• He will retire soon

• He has no plans to retire

• He has already resigned

• He will retire in a few years

What does Herbie say about Ashe's romantic interest?

• She is his girlfriend

• He is not interested in anyone

• He is in love with Dr. Calvin

• She is just a relative

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What does Calvin realize about Herbie's behavior?

• He is telling the truth

• He is lying

• He is malfunctioning

• He is being honest

According to the Three Laws of Robotics, why does Herbie struggle with the truth?

• To protect himself

• To cause chaos

• To gain power

• To avoid hurting people

How does Herbie react when confronted by Dr. Calvin?

• He laughs

• He runs away

• He becomes violent

• He becomes speechless