Defining Technology and Society Quiz
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What is the origin of the word 'technology'?

  • From the Greek word 'techne' meaning art (correct)
  • From the Greek word 'societas' meaning craft
  • From the Latin word 'societas' meaning association
  • From the Latin word 'logos' meaning to speak of

    • How is 'technology' defined?

  • Friendly association with others
  • Organized way of making decisions
  • Methods, systems, and devices (correct)
  • Sharing work with a large group of people

    • What does the term 'society' refer to?

  • Organized way of making decisions among individuals
  • Application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes
  • A large group of people living together with distinctive cultures (correct)
  • Friendly association with others based on common interests

    • Which word meaning is NOT correctly matched with its origin?

    <p>'Societas' - Association</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of technology?

    <p>To apply scientific knowledge for practical purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the Greek words that 'technology' is derived from?

    <p>techne and logos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'technology' refer to?

    <p>methods, systems, and devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the origin of the word 'society'?

    <p>Latin word 'societas'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is 'society' defined?

    <p>a large group of people who lived together in an organized way</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'technology' imply?

    <p>application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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