Evolution of Technology and Human Condition Quiz

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What term did Martin Heidegger use to describe technology as not just a means to an end, but a 'way of revealing'?

  • Basic survival
  • Civilization creator
  • Standing reserve (correct)
  • Simple tool

Which era saw the emergence of trade and the pursuit of wealth by humans?

  • Prehistoric era
  • Common era (correct)
  • Tool era
  • Simple era

In which era did humans primarily use basic tools for survival with little capacity for reflection?

  • Present era
  • Prehistoric era (correct)
  • Industrial era
  • Technological era

What did technology challenge according to Martin Heidegger, risking environmental harm?

<p>Nature (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which historical period marked the transition of humans from living simply to establishing civilizations and complex social structures?

<p>Early agricultural period (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between modern and old technology, according to the text?

<p>Modern technology reveals nature as standing in reserve, whereas old technology respects nature as objects of autonomy. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Heidegger view the relationship between humanity and nature in the context of technology?

<p>Humanity and nature are in a vengeful relationship due to human arrogance. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does poiesis relate to modern technology, based on the text?

<p>Modern technology enhances poiesis by revealing the poetic in nature and guiding towards meditative thinking. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Techne in relation to modern technology, based on the text?

<p>Techne emphasizes manipulation and extraction of energy from nature for human use. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way does modern technology challenge the concept of autonomy in objects according to the text?

<p>Modern technology reveals objects as standing in reserve rather than having autonomy. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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