American Regime: Bureau of Science and Agencies

Questions and Answers

In which year did the Philippines regain its independence?

1947

1946 (correct)

1948

1945

Many college graduates in the Philippines enrolled in Agriculture, Science, and Engineering courses during the independence period.

False

What was established in 1947 as part of the development in the education sector in the Philippines?

Institution of Science

What was one of the roles of the National Economic Council established by the Commonwealth government?

To address economic and financial questions Signup and view all the answers

The increased number of educational institutions led to the birth of various __________ agencies in the Philippines.

Science Signup and view all the answers

The Commonwealth government successfully achieved complete economic independence for the Philippines.

False Signup and view all the answers

Match the following educational developments with their descriptions:

State and private universities = Established or reorganized during independence Increased college graduates = Tremendous rise due to educational development Courses avoided by students = Agriculture, Science, and Engineering Department supervision = Supervised educational institutions Signup and view all the answers

In what year did the Philippines regain its independence?

1946 Signup and view all the answers

The _______ was established to perform various functions related to energy in the Philippines.

National Power Corporation Signup and view all the answers

Match the following government corporations with their primary functions:

National Power Corporation = Energy management National Development Company = Economic development National Abaca & Other Fibers Corp. = Fiber production Bureau of Science = Scientific research Bureau of Plant and Animal Industry = Agricultural development Signup and view all the answers

What was the original name of the Bureau of Science when it was created in 1901?

Bureau of Government Laboratories Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the Science Foundation in the Philippines, established in 1952?

To encourage science and engineering research Signup and view all the answers

The Filipino Commonwealth started in 1945.

False Signup and view all the answers

The Institute of Science and Technology was created to solely focus on basic research.

False Signup and view all the answers

What government office was established to address economic and financial questions during the Commonwealth Period?

National Economic Council Signup and view all the answers

What act did Congress enact in 1958 to address the deterioration of science in the country?

Science Act of 1958 (RA 2067) Signup and view all the answers

The last grade in the elementary curriculum was abolished during the Commonwealth Period, which was Grade ____.

VII Signup and view all the answers

The __________ was established in 1947 with research, advisory, and extension duties related to nutrition.

Institution of Nutrition Signup and view all the answers

Match the following government offices with their primary focus:

Bureau of Forestry = Management of forest resources Weather Bureau = Meteorological services Bureau of Health = Public health Bureau of Mines = Mineral resources management Signup and view all the answers

Match the following government agencies with their primary roles:

Commission on Volcanology = Basic research on volcanology National Science Development Board (NSDB) = Responsible for science and technology development Institute of Science and Technology = Improving industrial activities Science Foundation in the Philippines = Promotion of science awareness Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following systems did the early settlers of the Philippines develop?

Weighing and measuring Signup and view all the answers

The early settlers in the Philippines were believed to be Neanderthals.

False Signup and view all the answers

What geographical feature did the early settlers use to reach Palawan and Batangas?

land bridges Signup and view all the answers

The early settlers of the Philippines are believed to have come from ________ Asia.

mainland Signup and view all the answers

Match the following early developments to their corresponding activities of the settlers:

Alphabet = Writing system Farming = Agricultural practices Shipbuilding = Construction of boats Weaving = Fabric production Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors contributed to the development of Science and Technology during the American regime in the Philippines?

Encouragement of public education Signup and view all the answers

The establishment of secularized public education occurred during the Spanish regime.

False Signup and view all the answers

Name one significant sector that advanced during the Spanish colonization.

Medicine Signup and view all the answers

The introduction of secularized public education was one of the key activities during the __________ regime.

American Signup and view all the answers

Match the following events with the corresponding regimes.

Introduction of Secularized Public Education = American Regime Establishment of Department of Public Instruction = American Regime Advancements in Agriculture = Spanish Regime Development in Politics = Spanish Regime Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was a primary trade partner for the inhabitants of Butuan and Mindoro in the 10th century A.D.?

Champas of Vietnam Signup and view all the answers

The Spanish Regime is known for its significant contributions to scientific development in the Philippines.

True Signup and view all the answers

Name one type of boat used for coastal trade during the pre-colonial period.

caracoa Signup and view all the answers

During the pre-colonial period, Mindanao and Sulu inhabitants traded with ________ and other parts of the Malay peninsula.

Borneo Signup and view all the answers

Match the following advancements to their respective areas during the Spanish Regime:

Politics = Improvement in governance and administration Education = Establishment of formal education systems Medicine = Development of healthcare practices Religion = Influence of religious orders on culture Signup and view all the answers

What system did the natives of the Philippines utilize before colonization?

A number system Signup and view all the answers

The natives of the Philippines were unaware of the medicinal properties of plants before colonization.

False Signup and view all the answers

Name one method the natives used to obtain medicine from plants.

Extracting medicine from herbs. Signup and view all the answers

Before colonization, the natives of the Philippines developed their own ______ system.

weighing and measuring Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their descriptions:

Medicinal Plants = Used for health and remedy Calendar = System for keeping track of time Alphabet = Set of letters used for writing Number System = System for numerical representation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following materials were gradually learned to be used for manufacturing tools during the Pre Colonial Period?

Copper, gold, bronze, and iron Signup and view all the answers

The communities during the Pre Colonial Period were primarily political groups focused on governance.

False Signup and view all the answers

What was the term used for the autonomous communities that existed in the Pre Colonial Period?

Barangays Signup and view all the answers

The inhabitants of Butuan and Mindoro started trade relations with __________ of Vietnam by the 10th century A.D.

Champas Signup and view all the answers

Match the following descriptions with their corresponding features of Pre Colonial Period communities:

Used for coastal trade = Caracoa Simple level of advancement = Sufficient for their needs Produced ornaments and pottery = Seashells Communities spread across regions = Sulu and Negros Signup and view all the answers

What was one significant action taken by the American regime to improve education in the Philippines?

Introduction of Secularized Public Education Signup and view all the answers

The Private School Act (Act No. 2076) was enacted to limit the number of private educational institutions in the Philippines.

False Signup and view all the answers

Name one of the professional courses for high school students financially supported by the Philippine Commission.

Law, Education, Engineering, or Medicine. Signup and view all the answers

The Bureau of Government Laboratories was created in _____ by the Philippine Commission.

1901 Signup and view all the answers

Match the following agencies with their functions:

Bureau of Health = Health services and research Bureau of Science = Scientific research and development Bureau of Plant Industry = Agricultural research and development Bureau of Government Laboratories = Conduct experiments and tests in various fields Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

American Regime

Bureau of Government Laboratories established in 1901 aimed at advancing science in the Philippines.
Reorganized and renamed as Bureau of Science to enhance focus on scientific research.
Key government offices contributing to scientific development: Health, Mines, Forestry, Weather Bureau, Agriculture, Plant Industry, Animal Industry, Coast and Geodetic Survey.
Rapid advancement in Science and Technology characterized this period.
Government support fostered extensive public education, scholarship grants, and establishment of research agencies.
Introduction of secularized public education and creation of the Department of Public Instruction facilitated educational improvements.

Commonwealth Period

Philippine Commonwealth inaugurated in 1935 signifying the start of political independence efforts.
Expansion of public school system addressed increasing school-age population.
Abolishment of Grade VII streamlined elementary education.
Establishment of the National Economic Council aimed at addressing economic challenges and financial questions.

Spanish Regime

Notable religious influence on the development of education, politics, and medicine.
Advances in agriculture and economy during this period led to notable improvements in science and technology.
Considered the birth of modern science in the Philippines.

Government Corporations (GOCC)

Various GOCCs formed to fulfill essential country functions, including:
- National Power Corporation
- National Development Company
- National Abaca & Other Fibers Corporation
- Bureau of Science
- Bureau of Plant and Animal Industry.

Independence Period

Philippines regained independence in 1946, enhancing support for scientific research through education.
Establishment and reorganization of numerous state and private universities and colleges.
Supervision of educational institutions by the Department of Education and Culture led to a significant rise in college graduates.
Low enrollment in Agriculture, Science, and Engineering occurred due to perceived limited job opportunities.
Growth in learning institutions led to the creation of various government science agencies:
- Institution of Science (1947) for resource survey and standardization.
- Institution of Nutrition (1947) for research and extension duties.
- Science Foundation in the Philippines (1952) for promoting science and engineering research.
- Commission on Volcanology (1952) focused on volcanological research.
The Institute of Science and Technology emerged to enhance industrial activities and technology development.
The Science Act of 1958 (RA 2067) led to the creation of the National Science Development Board (NSDB) addressing scientific advancement in the country.

Pre-Colonial Period

Early settlers, modern men (Homo Sapiens), arrived from mainland Asia approximately 50,000 years ago, utilizing land bridges to reach various islands.
Natives possessed advanced systems including an alphabet, number system, measuring systems, and calendar.
Autonomous communities known as barangays emerged, demonstrating self-sufficiency and social kinship.
Development included simple tools for sawing, drilling, and polishing, and production of ornaments and pottery.
Trade relationships established with regions such as Champas, China, Borneo, and Malacca by the 10th century A.D. fostered cultural and technological exchanges.

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This quiz explores the establishment and reorganization of scientific agencies during the American regime in the Philippines, particularly focusing on the Bureau of Government Laboratories and its evolution into the Bureau of Science. It also highlights the contributions of various other government offices to scientific research and public health during this period.

American Regime: Bureau of Science and Agencies

Questions and Answers

In which year did the Philippines regain its independence?

Many college graduates in the Philippines enrolled in Agriculture, Science, and Engineering courses during the independence period.

What was established in 1947 as part of the development in the education sector in the Philippines?

What was one of the roles of the National Economic Council established by the Commonwealth government?

The increased number of educational institutions led to the birth of various __________ agencies in the Philippines.

The Commonwealth government successfully achieved complete economic independence for the Philippines.

Match the following educational developments with their descriptions:

In what year did the Philippines regain its independence?

The _______ was established to perform various functions related to energy in the Philippines.

Match the following government corporations with their primary functions:

What was the original name of the Bureau of Science when it was created in 1901?

What was the primary purpose of the Science Foundation in the Philippines, established in 1952?

The Filipino Commonwealth started in 1945.

The Institute of Science and Technology was created to solely focus on basic research.

What government office was established to address economic and financial questions during the Commonwealth Period?

What act did Congress enact in 1958 to address the deterioration of science in the country?

The last grade in the elementary curriculum was abolished during the Commonwealth Period, which was Grade ____.

The __________ was established in 1947 with research, advisory, and extension duties related to nutrition.

Match the following government offices with their primary focus:

Match the following government agencies with their primary roles:

Which of the following systems did the early settlers of the Philippines develop?

The early settlers in the Philippines were believed to be Neanderthals.

What geographical feature did the early settlers use to reach Palawan and Batangas?

The early settlers of the Philippines are believed to have come from ________ Asia.

Match the following early developments to their corresponding activities of the settlers:

Which of the following factors contributed to the development of Science and Technology during the American regime in the Philippines?

The establishment of secularized public education occurred during the Spanish regime.

Name one significant sector that advanced during the Spanish colonization.

The introduction of secularized public education was one of the key activities during the __________ regime.

Match the following events with the corresponding regimes.

Which of the following was a primary trade partner for the inhabitants of Butuan and Mindoro in the 10th century A.D.?

The Spanish Regime is known for its significant contributions to scientific development in the Philippines.

Name one type of boat used for coastal trade during the pre-colonial period.

During the pre-colonial period, Mindanao and Sulu inhabitants traded with ________ and other parts of the Malay peninsula.

Match the following advancements to their respective areas during the Spanish Regime:

What system did the natives of the Philippines utilize before colonization?

The natives of the Philippines were unaware of the medicinal properties of plants before colonization.

Name one method the natives used to obtain medicine from plants.

Before colonization, the natives of the Philippines developed their own ______ system.

Match the following terms with their descriptions:

Which of the following materials were gradually learned to be used for manufacturing tools during the Pre Colonial Period?

The communities during the Pre Colonial Period were primarily political groups focused on governance.

What was the term used for the autonomous communities that existed in the Pre Colonial Period?

The inhabitants of Butuan and Mindoro started trade relations with __________ of Vietnam by the 10th century A.D.

Match the following descriptions with their corresponding features of Pre Colonial Period communities:

What was one significant action taken by the American regime to improve education in the Philippines?

The Private School Act (Act No. 2076) was enacted to limit the number of private educational institutions in the Philippines.

Name one of the professional courses for high school students financially supported by the Philippine Commission.

The Bureau of Government Laboratories was created in _____ by the Philippine Commission.

Match the following agencies with their functions:

Study Notes

American Regime

Commonwealth Period

Spanish Regime

Government Corporations (GOCC)

Independence Period

Pre-Colonial Period

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