The Test

by Theodore Thomas

Genres: Short Stories, Science Fiction

Unknown Binding

Reviews

[ناني ماكفي · Rating 3 out of 5]

This one is different
It's scientific and psychological and talks about futur
Written in the sixties about a scientific experiment that people in the futur will rely on to detect any signs of criminal activities or criminal feelings before it happens
Means if anyone has any pecentage to become a criminal they will take him to asylum to try to "fix him" before any harm happens

[doowopapocalypse · Rating 4 out of 5]

This has been on my mind a great deal recently.

[John Daly · Rating 3 out of 5]

"The Test" by Theodore Thomas is a thought-provoking short story that explores the psychological aspects of a futuristic test designed to predict future crimes. The protagonist, a man involved in a car accident, is subjected to the test and must confront the potential for future murders that it reveals.

The story reaches its peak when the protagonist is faced with the results of the test and must grapple with the moral implications of his actions. The test itself is reminiscent of the precognitive abilities depicted in the film "Minority Report," and the story raises interesting questions about the potential consequences of such a technology.

Ultimately, the protagonist's response to the car accident and the test serves as a commentary on the potential for redemption and the power of choice. The story ends with the protagonist being taken away after waking up, leaving the reader to ponder the ultimate outcome of his fate.

[rixieheffley]

I read this novel twice and watched numerous video summaries of the plot, but I still don't understand it completely. I'm unable to give this a rating right now; perhaps I'm too immature to understand it.

[Andy Hickman · Rating 3 out of 5]

The Test by Theodore Thomas
Nobody would be of a sound mind and still desire their driver's license after a simulation like that!

[Kirsti · Rating 5 out of 5]

Recommended to me as one of the most disturbing stories assigned in high school literature classes. Last sentence is especially strong.

[Farheen Iqbal · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 🌟

[Aryanna Tunstall · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a great short story to read after The Test by Sylvain Neuvel which has a similar plot line. Both are interesting looks on how government testing could evolve in the future.

[Forked Radish · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s all a test suckers.

[Dave · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a thought-provoking and interesting piece of sci-fi from the 1920’s!