Early Civilizations and Roman Innovations
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Early Civilizations and Roman Innovations

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What was a significant advantage of paper over clay tablets?

  • More colorful
  • Heavier
  • More durable (correct)
  • More difficult to store

    • The first newspapers were known as gazettes and contained private letters to citizens.

    False

    What writing system did the ancient Egyptians rely on that was believed to be provided by their gods?

    Hieroglyphics

    The Great Wall of China was built to keep out __________.

    <p>foreign invaders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following inventions or discoveries with their associated civilizations:

    <p>Papyrus books = Ancient Egyptians Newspaper = Romans Great Wall = Chinese Tea production = Ancient Chinese</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes how the Romans published matters of public concern?

    <p>By engraving announcements in metal or stone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main purpose of developing weapons and armor in ancient times?

    <p>For security and protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Wax was used for the covers of early bound books known as codex.

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

    Who is credited with starting the tradition of stacking papyrus to form book pages?

    <p>Julius Caesar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Great Ziggurat of Ur was solely accessible to the general public.

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

    What technology was developed to improve food supplies and prevent flooding?

    <p>Irrigation and dikes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The main mode of transportation in ancient times was through ________.

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

    Match the following technologies with their purposes:

    <p>Weapons and Armor = Security and protection Irrigation = Maintain water supply Sail Boats = Transportation and trade Wheel = Facilitated transportation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was a significant architectural achievement by the Sumerians?

    <p>The Great Zigurrat of Ur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Stronger nations tended to assist weaker ones by sharing resources.

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

    What was the impact of irrigation systems on ancient agriculture?

    <p>Increased food production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Heidegger refer to as the 'Saving Power'?

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

    Aristotle believed that the material world was an accurate reflection of a higher reality.

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

    What is calculative thinking according to Heidegger?

    <p>A process that views nature as an ordered system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Heidegger refers to the process of modern technology as __________.

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

    According to humanism, what is emphasized in defining life's purpose?

    <p>Human freedom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following philosophers with their respective views on life's purpose:

    <p>Aristotle = Happiness in this material world Plato = Higher reality beyond this world Heidegger = Art as a way out of enframing Humanists = Human freedom and self-determination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Meditative thinking encourages viewing nature as art, free from force and violence.

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

    What does humanism advocate for in relation to individuals' lives?

    <p>The power of individuals to create their own destiny.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What celestial system did Ptolemy propose?

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

    Nicolaus Copernicus supported the geocentric model.

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

    What are the three conflicting elements of Freud's personality theory?

    <p>id, ego, and superego</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The __________ model simplified the orbits of planets.

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

    Match the astronomer with their contribution:

    <p>Claudius Ptolemy = Geocentric model Nicolaus Copernicus = Heliocentric model Freud = Psychoanalysis Galileo Galilei = Telescope advancements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosopher introduced the concept of heliocentrism?

    <p>Nicolaus Copernicus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Freud's psychoanalysis was initially accepted without skepticism.

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

    What did the movements of the planets create according to Ptolemy's model?

    <p>days and nights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant event during Ferdinand Marcos' presidency?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The hedonistic view states that happiness is the absence of pain.

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

    Who wrote the Nicomachean Ethics?

    <p>Aristotle's son Nicomachus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Human flourishing is also referred to as ________.

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

    Match the following components of happiness with their definitions:

    <p>Phronesis = Habit of making the right decisions Hedonism = Maximizing pleasure and minimizing pain Eudaimonia = Human flourishing NEDA = Agency for socioeconomic planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes happiness according to behaviorists?

    <p>A cocktail of hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Psychology defines happiness as solely an emotional state with no physical component.

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

    What is the primary focus of the National Economic and Development Authority?

    <p>Formulating socioeconomic development plans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Early Civilizations and their Advancements

    • Early civilizations faced challenges related to food security, protection from harsh weather and predators, and conflict with other groups.
    • They developed technologies for survival, such as the use of bricks for housing, walls for defense, and irrigation systems for agriculture.
    • The Great Ziggurat of Ur, a sacred temple, showcased advanced Sumerian architecture and engineering.
    • Sailboats were crucial for transportation, trading, and cultural exchange.
    • The invention of the wheel revolutionized transportation and furthered technological advancements.

    Roman Innovations

    • The Romans were known for their contributions to communication and record-keeping.
    • They introduced the concept of the newspaper, originally engraved on metal or stone tablets.
    • They transitioned to paper for publications, leading to a more accessible form of communication.
    • The Romans invented bound books, known as codices, using papyrus and later animal skin for covers.

    Egyptian Innovations

    • Egyptians developed a unique writing system called hieroglyphics, believed to have been a gift from the gods.
    • Hieroglyphics are well-preserved, found carved on pyramids and other structures, providing insights into Egyptian history and culture.
    • Egyptians utilized wigs for health and wellness.

    Chinese Advancements

    • China is known for its tea exports, a product developed by the ancient Chinese.
    • The Great Wall of China, the largest man-made structure, was built to keep out foreign invaders.
    • Constructed using various materials, the Great Wall showcases Chinese engineering technology.

    Theories That Revolutionized Beliefs

    • Ancient philosophers like Claudius Ptolemy proposed a geocentric model of the universe, placing Earth at the center.
    • Nicolaus Copernicus challenged the geocentric model with his heliocentric theory, placing the sun at the center of the solar system.
    • Freud's theory of psychoanalysis, based on the interplay of id, ego, and superego, contributed to the understanding of human behavior and the development of psychology as a science.

    Understanding Human Flourishing

    • Aristotle's "Nicomachean Ethics" explores the nature of the good life for humans.
    • Human flourishing, or "eudaimonia", involves aspects like phronesis (wise decision-making), and striving for excellence.
    • Modern technology, as described by Heidegger, can be viewed as a process of "enframing," involving a calculative approach to nature.
    • Art, according to Heidegger, offers a way to counter enframing by encouraging a meditative perspective on nature.

    Perspectives on the Good Life

    • The concept of the "Good Life" varies across different schools of thought:

      • Aristotle: Believed in a grounded approach to happiness through living virtuously.
      • Hedonism: Defines happiness as the absence of pain, aiming to maximize pleasure and minimize suffering.
      • Theism: Emphasizes the importance of a spiritual connection with a higher power for ultimate happiness and fulfillment.
      • Humanism: Advocates for human freedom, individual responsibility, and shaping one's own destiny.

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