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

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