Innovations scientifiques et responsabilité

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L’axe Innovations scientifiques et responsabilité explore les grands progrès scientifiques et technologiques ainsi que leurs conséquences sur nos sociétés. Intelligence artificielle, robotique, génétique, médecine, environnement ou encore transition énergétique sont autant de thèmes susceptibles d’apparaître lors d’une compréhension écrite en anglais. Cet exercice rassemble en condensé les termes et notions essentiels à connaître.

Document : Artificial Intelligence: A Powerful Tool, A Shared Responsibility

Over the last decade, artificial intelligence (AI) has become part of everyday life. People use AI to translate languages, recommend films, answer questions and even help doctors detect diseases more quickly. Scientists believe that these technologies could improve education, healthcare and environmental protection.

However, the rapid development of AI also raises important questions. Some people worry that machines could replace human workers in many professions. Others fear that personal data collected by intelligent systems may not always be protected. There are also concerns about algorithms that can make unfair decisions if they are trained using biased information.

For this reason, governments, universities and technology companies are working together to establish ethical rules for the development of AI. Their goal is not to stop innovation but to ensure that these technologies remain transparent, safe and respectful of human rights.

Emily, a high school student interested in computer science, believes that young people should learn not only how AI works but also how it can affect society. “Technology is never completely good or completely bad,” she says. “Its impact depends on the way people choose to use it.”

The future of artificial intelligence will therefore depend not only on scientific progress but also on the responsibility of citizens, researchers and political leaders.

Adapted from a fictional magazine article.

Questions

A. Compréhension générale (6 points)

1. Choose the correct answer.

The text is mainly about:

a) how computers are built
b) the opportunities and responsibilities linked to artificial intelligence
c) the history of the Internet

2. Who is Emily?

Give two pieces of information from the text.

3. What is the author’s main message?

Answer in English.

B – Compréhension détaillée (8 points)

4. Answer :

  • Examples of AI uses ?
  • Risks mentioned ?
  • Organisations involved ?
  • Main objective ?

5. True or False? Justify each answer with a quotation.

a) Artificial intelligence is only used by scientists.
b) Some people are worried about the protection of personal data.
c) The author believes innovation should be completely stopped.

6. Explain the meaning of the sentence:  “Technology is never completely good or completely bad.”

Answer in English or French.

C – Interpretation (6 points)

7. Why does the author believe that scientific innovation must be accompanied by responsibility?

Write 50 to 70 words.

8. According to the document, what role should citizens play in the development of new technologies?

Write 60 to 80 words.

 

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A : General comprehension

1. Choose the correct answer

Réponse :

b) the opportunities and responsibilities linked to artificial intelligence

Commentaire méthodologique

Le titre annonce déjà les deux idées principales du texte : les bénéfices de l’intelligence artificielle et la nécessité d’un usage responsable. Vérifiez toujours que votre réponse résume l’ensemble du document.

 

2. Who is Emily?

Réponse possible :

• Emily is a high school student.
• She is interested in computer science and believes young people should understand both AI and its impact on society.

Commentaire méthodologique

Les informations concernant les personnages sont souvent regroupées dans un même paragraphe. Relevez uniquement les éléments demandés.

 

3. What is the author’s main message?

Réponse possible :

The author explains that artificial intelligence offers many opportunities, but it must be developed and used responsibly to protect people and society.

Commentaire méthodologique

Cette question demande une synthèse. Reformulez les idées principales sans recopier le texte.

B. Detailed comprehension

4. Answer

  • Examples of AI uses : Translation, film recommendations, answering questions, helping doctors detect diseases
  • Risks mentioned : Job losses, misuse of personal data, biased algorithms
  • Organisations involved : Governments, universities and technology companies
  • Main objective : To establish ethical rules and ensure AI remains safe, transparent and respectful of human rights

5. True or False? Justify each answer with a quotation.

a)False
Justification : “People use AI to translate languages, recommend films, answer questions…”

b)True
Justification : “Others fear that personal data collected by intelligent systems may not always be protected.”

c) False
Justification : “Their goal is not to stop innovation…”

Commentaire :
Pour les questions True/False, vérifiez les mots comme only, always, never ou all, qui modifient souvent le sens de l’affirmation.

6. Explain the meaning of the sentence:  “Technology is never completely good or completely bad.”

Réponse possible :

The sentence means that technology itself is neutral. It can improve people’s lives if it is used responsibly, but it can also create problems if it is misused or poorly controlled.

Commentaire :
Cherchez l’idée exprimée plutôt que la traduction littérale. Appuyez-vous sur les exemples donnés dans le texte.

C. Interpretation

7. Why does the author believe that scientific innovation must be accompanied by responsibility?

Réponse possible :

The author believes that innovation must be accompanied by responsibility because new technologies can have important consequences for society. Artificial intelligence can improve healthcare and education, but it may also threaten jobs, privacy and fairness. Ethical rules are therefore necessary to ensure that scientific progress benefits everyone.

Commentaire :

Organisez votre réponse autour de deux idées : les bénéfices puis les risques. Concluez en expliquant pourquoi des règles sont nécessaires.

 

8. According to the document, what role should citizens play in the development of new technologies?

Réponse possible :

According to the document, citizens should use technology responsibly, verify information and understand how artificial intelligence works. Young people should also learn about its ethical consequences so that they can make informed decisions. The future of AI depends not only on scientists but also on the choices made by society as a whole.

Commentaire :

Pour une question d’interprétation, combinez les informations du texte avec une reformulation personnelle. Une réponse bien structurée obtient généralement davantage de points.

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