A Quiz On Memetics

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What's the field of study that circles around memes?
- Nemetics
- Memetics
- Mimics
- Rhymes

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Memes are all over the internet and can be very humoristic, most of the time. They are defined as a behavior or, again, an idea that spreads from individuals to individuals belonging to a certain culture. Do you think you know enough about them? Why don't you try our funny quiz right now?

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Who came up with the term "meme"?
- Richard Trents
- Richard Hopkins
- Richard Dawkins
- Richard Wallace
Correct Answer

A. Richard Dawkins

Explanation

Richard Dawkins is the correct answer because he coined the term "meme" in his 1976 book "The Selfish Gene." He used the term to describe cultural ideas or behaviors that spread and evolve through imitation, similar to how genes are passed down and evolve through generations. Dawkins' concept of memes has since become widely used in the field of cultural studies and internet culture.

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From which Greek word does the word "meme" originates from?
- Chimere
- Mimere
- Mimeste
- Mimeme
Correct Answer

A. Mimeme

Explanation

The word "meme" originates from the Greek word "mimeme." This is because the term "meme" was coined by Richard Dawkins in his book "The Selfish Gene," where he drew inspiration from the Greek word "mimeme," meaning "that which is imitated." Dawkins used the term "meme" to describe cultural ideas or behaviors that are spread and replicated from person to person, much like how genes are passed down through generations. Therefore, "mimeme" is the correct Greek word from which the word "meme" originates.

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Why are memes compared to genes?
- Because there are so many of them.
- Because they vary in their aptitude to replicate.
- Because they survive
- Because they are heterogeneous
Correct Answer

A. Because they vary in their aptitude to replicate.

Explanation

Memes are compared to genes because they vary in their aptitude to replicate. Just like genes, memes are units of cultural information that are passed on from person to person. Some memes are more successful at replicating and spreading, while others may die out. This comparison highlights the similarities between the way genes and memes are transmitted and evolve within a population.

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What's the condition for a meme to last longer?
- Retention
- Creation
- Humor
- Duplication
Correct Answer

A. Retention

Explanation

Retention is the condition for a meme to last longer. This means that the meme needs to be memorable and have a lasting impact on the audience. If people remember and continue to share the meme over time, it will have a longer lifespan. Creation, humor, and duplication may all contribute to a meme's initial popularity, but without retention, it will not have staying power.

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How do memes reproduce?
- Thanks to creativity
- By copying from a nervous system to another
- Thanks to technology
- Thanks to some software and programs
Correct Answer

A. By copying from a nervous system to another

Explanation

Memes reproduce by copying from a nervous system to another. This means that memes are shared and transmitted from person to person, often through social media or other forms of communication. When someone sees a meme and finds it funny or relatable, they may share it with their friends or followers, who in turn may share it with others. This process of copying and sharing allows memes to spread and replicate, reaching a larger audience and becoming more widespread.

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How many general patterns of gene transmission are there?
- 7
- 6
- 8
- 9
Correct Answer

A. 7

Explanation

There are seven general patterns of gene transmission. This means that there are seven different ways in which genes can be passed down from one generation to the next. These patterns include autosomal dominant, autosomal recessive, X-linked dominant, X-linked recessive, Y-linked, mitochondrial, and multifactorial inheritance. Each pattern has its own unique characteristics and inheritance patterns.

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How many conditions must exist for meme evolution to occur, according to Dawkins?
- 3
- 2
- 5
- 4
Correct Answer

A. 3

Explanation

According to Dawkins, three conditions must exist for meme evolution to occur. However, the specific conditions are not mentioned in the question.

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What's the difference between meme and genetic evolution?
- It's that you can actually see memes with your bare eyes
- It's that memes are man made
- It's that memes are not real
- It's that meme evolution can show both Darwinian and Lamarckian traits
Correct Answer

A. It's that meme evolution can show both Darwinian and Lamarckian traits

Explanation

The main difference between meme and genetic evolution is that meme evolution can exhibit both Darwinian and Lamarckian traits. Genetic evolution, on the other hand, strictly follows Darwinian principles of natural selection and random variation. Memes, which are ideas or cultural elements that are transmitted from person to person, can undergo changes and adaptations that are not solely based on natural selection. This means that memes can be influenced by both genetic factors (Darwinian) and acquired traits (Lamarckian), allowing for a more complex evolutionary process.

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What are memeplexes?
- Clusters of memes
- Complicated memes
- Sophisticated memes
- Very old memes
Correct Answer

A. Clusters of memes

Explanation

Memeplexes refer to clusters of memes. A memeplex is a collection of related memes that work together to form a complex idea or belief system. These memes interact and reinforce each other, creating a cohesive and interconnected network of ideas. This term is often used in the field of memetics to describe how memes can combine and evolve within a cultural context.

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