What's and extra-sensory perception?

It is the ability to describe or receive information paranormally from an external source.

It is the ability to describe or receive information from experience.

It is the ability to describe or receive information by using magic.

It is the ability to describe or receive information just by thinking about it.

What's parapsychology?

It is the study of paranormal and psychic phenomena.

It is the study of paranormal phenomena.

It is the study of stars and their effects on people.

It is the study of paranormal and physical phenomena.

What is a fictional universe?

It is a self-consistent setting with events differing from the real world.

It is a setting with events differing from the real world.

It is a self-consistent setting with opinions differing from the real world.

It is a self-consistent setting with events differing from an imaginary world.

What does New Age mean?

It is a term used to described a series of spiritual/religious beliefs that have developed in the West during the 70's.

What is a cognitive bias?

It is a systematic pattern of deviation from normality/ rationality in judgment.

Is seeing the world with the eyes of a child.

It's having illusions after drinking.

What's the illusion of control?

It's the tendency for people to overestimate their ability to control events.

It's the tendency for people to overestimate their ability to control other people.

It's the tendency for people to underestimate their ability to control events.

It's the tendency for people to underestimate their ability to control people.

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We've seen it many times in movies, where plates fly just by looking at them, and glasses break from a single gesture by the person performing telekinesis but do we know how it really works in real life? Do you think that someone can affect an event or a physical system without physically interacting with it? Take our quiz and find out.

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1.

What's the other term for telekinesis?
- A.
  
  Psychokinesis
- B.
  
  Psychology
- C.
  
  Black magic
- D.
  
  The occult
Correct Answer
A. Psychokinesis

Explanation
Psychokinesis is the correct answer because it is another term for telekinesis, which refers to the ability to move objects with the power of the mind. The other options, such as psychology, black magic, and the occult, are not synonymous with telekinesis and do not describe the same phenomenon.

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2.

What's and extra-sensory perception?
- A.
  
  It is the ability to describe or receive information from experience.
- B.
  
  It is the ability to describe or receive information paranormally from an external source.
- C.
  
  It is the ability to describe or receive information by using magic.
- D.
  
  It is the ability to describe or receive information just by thinking about it.
Correct Answer
B. It is the ability to describe or receive information paranormally from an external source.

Explanation
Extra-sensory perception (ESP) refers to the ability to receive or describe information paranormally from an external source. This means that individuals with ESP are able to gather information through means other than the five traditional senses (sight, hearing, taste, touch, and smell). It suggests a form of perception that goes beyond what is considered normal or scientifically explainable.

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3.

Who invented the word telekinesis?
- A.
  
  Candice Bergens
- B.
  
  Alexander Proudhon
- C.
  
  Alexander Miles
- D.
  
  Alexander. N. Aksakof
Correct Answer
D. Alexander. N. Aksakof
4.

What's parapsychology?
- A.
  
  It is the study of paranormal and psychic phenomena.
- B.
  
  It is the study of paranormal phenomena.
- C.
  
  It is the study of stars and their effects on people.
- D.
  
  It is the study of paranormal and physical phenomena.
Correct Answer
A. It is the study of paranormal and psychic phenomena.

Explanation
Parapsychology is the study of paranormal and psychic phenomena. This field focuses on investigating and understanding phenomena such as telepathy, clairvoyance, psychokinesis, and other psychic abilities. It explores the existence and nature of these phenomena, as well as their potential impact on human behavior and experiences.

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5.

What is a fictional universe?
- A.
  
  It is a self-consistent setting with events differing from the real world.
- B.
  
  It is a setting with events differing from the real world.
- C.
  
  It is a self-consistent setting with opinions differing from the real world.
- D.
  
  It is a self-consistent setting with events differing from an imaginary world.
Correct Answer
A. It is a self-consistent setting with events differing from the real world.

Explanation
A fictional universe refers to a self-consistent setting where events take place that are different from those in the real world. This means that the events and elements within the fictional universe are not based on reality but are created by the author or creator. The term "self-consistent" implies that the rules and logic within the fictional universe remain coherent and do not contradict themselves.

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6.

What does New Age mean?
- A.
  
  A new Horizon.
- B.
  
  It is a term used to described a series of spiritual/religious beliefs that have developed in the West during the 70's.
- C.
  
  New hope.
- D.
  
  New Western vision.
Correct Answer
B. It is a term used to described a series of spiritual/religious beliefs that have developed in the West during the 70's.

Explanation
The term "New Age" refers to a set of spiritual and religious beliefs that emerged in the Western world during the 1970s. This movement encompasses various practices and philosophies, often centered around personal growth, alternative healing methods, and the exploration of spirituality beyond traditional religious institutions. The New Age movement emphasizes individualism, self-discovery, and the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. It gained popularity in response to societal changes and the search for alternative forms of spirituality in the modern era.

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7.

What's the abbreviation for Princeton Engineering Anomalies Research?
- A.
  
  PAAR
- B.
  
  PEER
- C.
  
  PAER
- D.
  
  PEAR
Correct Answer
D. PEAR

Explanation
The correct abbreviation for Princeton Engineering Anomalies Research is PEAR.

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8.

What is a cognitive bias?
- A.
  
  Is seeing the world with the eyes of a child.
- B.
  
  It is a missed judgment.
- C.
  
  It is a systematic pattern of deviation from normality/ rationality in judgment.
- D.
  
  It's having illusions after drinking.
Correct Answer
C. It is a systematic pattern of deviation from normality/ rationality in judgment.

Explanation
A cognitive bias refers to a systematic pattern of deviation from normality or rationality in judgment. This means that individuals tend to make decisions or form beliefs that are influenced by their own subjective experiences, emotions, or preconceived notions, rather than relying on objective evidence or logical reasoning. Cognitive biases can affect various aspects of decision-making, including perception, memory, and reasoning, and can lead to errors or inaccuracies in judgment.

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9.

What's the illusion of control?
- A.
  
  It's the tendency for people to overestimate their ability to control events.
- B.
  
  It's the tendency for people to overestimate their ability to control other people.
- C.
  
  It's the tendency for people to underestimate their ability to control events.
- D.
  
  It's the tendency for people to underestimate their ability to control people.
Correct Answer
A. It's the tendency for people to overestimate their ability to control events.

Explanation
The illusion of control refers to the tendency for individuals to overestimate their ability to control events. This means that people often believe they have more control over outcomes or situations than they actually do. This can lead to a false sense of confidence and can impact decision-making and risk assessment. It is important to recognize this bias and be aware of the limitations of our control over external events.

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10.

How is a person who can have certain information about things called?
- A.
  
  A clairvoyant
- B.
  
  A Sybil
- C.
  
  A witch
- D.
  
  A sorcerer
Correct Answer
A. A clairvoyant

Explanation
A person who can have certain information about things is called a clairvoyant. Clairvoyants possess the ability to perceive or know things beyond the normal human senses. They can gain information about objects, people, or events through extrasensory perception or psychic abilities. This term is commonly used to describe individuals who can see the future, perceive hidden information, or have insights into events that are not apparent to others.

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