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Which civilization is credited with the invention of hieroglyphics, ink, and papyrus?

  • Roman Civilization
  • Egyptian Civilization (correct)
  • Mesopotamian Civilization
  • Greek Civilization

    • What was an invention attributed to the Ancient Greeks?

  • First bound books
  • Aqueducts
  • Rotary mills (correct)
  • Gold extraction techniques

    • Which architectural accomplishment is a hallmark of Roman civilization?

  • Colonnades of Karnak
  • Aqueducts (correct)
  • Water organ
  • Pyramids

    • Which material was first extracted by ancient Egyptians for tool-making?

    <p>Copper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following inventions did not originate from ancient Greece?

    <p>Bound books</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant contribution of the Greek philosophers?

    <p>Natural laws observation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which famous death mask is associated with ancient Egyptian craftsmanship?

    <p>Mask of Tutankhamun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the invention of aqueducts signify about Roman civilization?

    <p>Proficiency in civil engineering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary fault of the geocentric model as revealed by the observations of astronomers in the 1500s?

    <p>It required the intervention of outside forces for objects to follow their prescribed orbits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosopher is best known for advocating a geocentric universe apart from Plato and Aristotle?

    <p>Claudius Ptolemaeus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What phenomenon did Ptolemy's model aim to explain regarding the movement of planets like Venus and Mars?

    <p>Their apparent retrograde motion in the sky.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following astronomers was NOT directly involved in undermining the geocentric model during the 1500s?

    <p>Giovanni Borelli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant risk did Galileo take when presenting his views on the heliocentric model?

    <p>He wrote them in a disparaging format toward the church.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant publication marked the beginning of the Scientific Revolution?

    <p>On the Revolutions of the Heavenly Spheres by Nicolaus Copernicus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What paradigm did the Copernican Revolution shift from?

    <p>Geocentrism to Heliocentrism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was NOT a consequence of the Copernican Revolution?

    <p>Development of the geocentric model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Copernican Revolution change the perception of the Earth's position in the universe?

    <p>It established the sun as the center of the solar system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the geocentric model also known as?

    <p>Ptolemaic model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of the Copernican Revolution primarily challenged existing beliefs?

    <p>The view of Earth as the center of the universe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way did the Copernican Revolution impact religion?

    <p>It prompted conflicts with established religious doctrines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What shift in perspective did the Copernican Revolution advocate?

    <p>Empirical evidence over personal beliefs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are three disadvantages of the non-separation of church and state in Galileo's struggles?

    <p>Limited free inquiry and scientific expression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a scientific value demonstrated by Galileo?

    <p>Blind faith in authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of evolution, what does the term 'common descent' refer to?

    <p>Species evolving from a universal ancestor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which revolution is primarily associated with a shift from a geocentric to a heliocentric model of the universe?

    <p>Copernican Revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one common misconception regarding Freud's Psychoanalytic Theory?

    <p>It is based on empirical research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following characterizes creationism in contrast to evolution?

    <p>Relies on divine creation as the origin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are human zoos considered an offshoot of Darwinian Theory?

    <p>They aimed to show the superiority of Western cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does science and technology play in nation-building according to the lessons?

    <p>It drives social innovation and economic growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the primary contributions of the Galleon trade from 1565 to 1815?

    <p>Facilitated the exchange of culture, language, and environment between the Philippines and Mexico</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization was established by Americans to enhance scientific development in the Philippines?

    <p>Bureau of Science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Americans influence the educational system in the Philippines?

    <p>They introduced science as a subject in public and private schools.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant structural change made by the Americans in the Philippines?

    <p>Construction of roads, streets, and bridges to improve infrastructure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact did superstition and Catholic doctrines have on science during the Spanish era in the Philippines?

    <p>They halted the growth of science in the country.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main purpose of the Galleon trade?

    <p>To serve as a government monopoly for importing Spanish goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What materials were commonly traded by merchants during the Galleon trade?

    <p>Spices, porcelain, ivory, and processed silk cloth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what ways did American colonization modernize life in the Philippines?

    <p>Improved engineering works and health conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Ancient Egypt

    • Ancient Egyptians made significant contributions to various fields such as astronomy, chemistry, medicine, and engineering.
    • Pyramids and Karnak are notable examples of their engineering prowess.
    • Ancient Egyptians developed metallurgy. They were the first to extract copper and gold.
    • Their expertise in jewelry and gold working is evident in Tutankhamun's death mask.
    • They invented hieroglyphics, ink, papyrus, wigs, cosmetics, and the water clock.

    Greek Civilization

    • Ancient Greeks made strides in science and technology.
    • Greek philosophers explored the natural world and sought to understand its laws.
    • Notable Greek inventions include the gear, screw, rotary mills, bronze casting techniques, water clock, water organ, torsion catapult, and use of steam in machines.

    Roman Civilization

    • Romans were skilled builders and engineers.
    • They made advancements in technology, culture, and architecture.
    • Roman inventions include the newspaper, bound books, Roman architecture and numerals.
    • They developed aqueducts.

    Copernican Revolution

    • Nicolaus Copernicus's "De revolutionibus orbium coelestium" (On the Revolutions of the Heavenly Spheres), published in 1543, marked the beginning of the scientific revolution.
    • It challenged the geocentric model of the universe, which placed Earth at the center, and proposed a heliocentric model with the sun at the center.
    • Geocentric model was based on the idea that celestial objects, including stars, appear to circle the Earth.
    • The heliocentric model, supported by observations from astronomers like Johannes Kepler, Tycho Brahe, and Galileo Galilei, provided a more accurate explanation of planetary motion.

    Darwinian Revolution

    • Challenged prevailing beliefs about the origin of species.
    • Darwin's theory of evolution by natural selection proposed that species evolve over time through a process of variation and adaptation.

    Freudian Revolution

    • Freud's psychoanalytic theory revolutionized understanding of the human mind.
    • Focused on the unconscious mind and its influence on behavior.
    • Contributed concepts like the id, ego, and superego.

    Early Filipinos

    • Early Filipinos applied scientific principles in their daily lives.
    • They developed indigenous technologies and knowledge systems.

    Spanish Era

    • Filipinos replicated technologies brought by the Spaniards using indigenous materials.
    • Formal colleges and universities introduced medicine and advanced science.
    • Galleon trade, connecting the Philippines and Mexico, facilitated cultural exchange and economic development.

    American Period

    • Americans had a significant impact on the development of science and technology in the Philippines.
    • They established the Bureau of Science to support scientific progress.
    • They modernized infrastructure, education, and healthcare systems in the Philippines.
    • The Americans introduced a modern public education system, including science education.

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