Augmented Reality and Magic

Marco Tempest presents a live demonstration of augmented reality, likening it to technological magic. He discusses the importance of suspension of disbelief, a concept introduced by Samuel Taylor Coleridge, in enjoying magic. Magic is portrayed as a form of storytelling, with tricks following narrative archetypes. Edward de Bono's ideas on cognitive patterns are explored, showing how magicians exploit audience assumptions. The talk concludes with the human desire to share stories, enhanced by modern technology, which helps form identity and community.

What is augmented reality described as in the context of the presentation?

• A pre-recorded video

• A form of technological magic

• A type of virtual reality

• A simple computer animation

What does augmented reality combine?

• Real world and virtual reality

• Virtual reality and computer-generated imagery

• Real world and holograms

• Real world and computer-generated imagery

Who first suggested the concept of 'willing suspension of disbelief'?

• Jean Robert-Houdin

• Marco Tempest

• Edward de Bono

• Samuel Taylor Coleridge

What is essential for any theatrical experience?

• Suspension of disbelief

• Famous actors

• A large audience

• Advanced technology

According to the presentation, what role does a magician play?

• A storyteller

• A juggler

• A musician

• A scientist

What do audiences expect from the best stories?

• A cliffhanger

• A happy ending

• A tragic ending

• An unresolved plot

What is a common element in both magic tricks and jokes?

• They both rely on complex mathematics

• They both have a predictable outcome

• They both lead to an unexpected twist

• They both require audience participation

What do magicians exploit according to Edward de Bono?

• The audience's patience

• The audience's emotions

• The audience's assumptions

• The audience's knowledge

What is one of the key qualities of all stories according to the presentation?

• They are always factual

• They are always fictional

• They are made to be shared

• They are meant to be kept secret

How has technology changed the way we share stories?

• It has made sharing stories more difficult

• It has made stories less engaging

• It has limited the audience for stories

• It has enabled sharing stories like never before