Historical Antecedents of Science and Technology in the Philippines Quiz and Flashcards

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What was the purpose of record-keeping in ancient times?

To discover new horizons and find better locations

To remember historical events and culture (correct)

To facilitate trade and prevent conflicts

To exchange surplus goods for needed items

What ancient technological advancement facilitated journeys to unfamiliar areas?

Navigation tools (correct)

Carrier pigeons

Smoke signals

Cave paintings

Which material was used to make the Voynich Manuscript?

Jute

Papyrus (correct)

Cotton

Bamboo

In which location was the Rongorongo Script discovered?

Easter Island Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the methods of communication used in ancient times?

Telegraph Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the Hour Glass invention?

To measure time accurately Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the distaff and spindle in the medieval wool-making process?

To draw individual wool fibres and twist them into a continuous strand Signup and view all the answers

Which historical event led to the implementation of quarantine measures on ships?

Recognition that plague was brought by ships returning Signup and view all the answers

Where did printing first become mechanized?

Europe Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of a telescope in historical times?

To observe remote objects Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of modern times is emphasized regarding efficient transportation?

Efficient means of transportation Signup and view all the answers

What is one role that machines requiring agricultural means to operate must undergo in modern times?

Be upgraded Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Hour Glass invention during the medieval period?

To measure time accurately at sea Signup and view all the answers

In medieval times, what was the primary function of a Spinning Wheel?

To aid in spinning fibers into yarn Signup and view all the answers

Which technological advancement in the Middle Ages signified a civilization's progress in architecture?

Building structures based on specific needs Signup and view all the answers

What role did Science and Technology play in medieval times concerning illnesses and diseases?

Discovering cures and prevention methods Signup and view all the answers

Why were Eyeglasses invented in the 13th century?

To aid farsightedness and nearsightedness Signup and view all the answers

What significant purpose did the establishment of new alliances with other tribes serve for civilizations in historical times?

Ensuring security and protection Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ancient Times

Humans traveled to discover new horizons, search for food, and find better locations for settlements, and traded surplus goods.
They developed transportation to navigate unfamiliar areas, facilitated trade, and prevented conflicts.

Communication and Record-Keeping

Early communication methods included cave paintings, smoke signals, symbols, carrier pigeons, and telegraphs.
Papyrus was used for record-keeping, including history, culture, and communication.

Science and Technology

Weapons and armors were developed for security and protection, and to establish alliances with other tribes.
Conservation of life involved discovering cures or prevention methods for diseases and illnesses.
Engineering allowed people to build structures that addressed specific needs and wants.
Architecture was a sign of technological advancement in civilizations.

Medieval/Middle Ages

The hourglass (9th Century AD) was one of the few reliable methods of measuring time at sea.
The "Mongolian still" was the first method of freezing and removing water crystals, later refined into the "Alembic still".
Liquor was first produced in the 12th Century AD.

Innovations and Inventions

Eyeglasses (13th Century) were invented, with convex lenses for farsightedness and concave lenses for nearsightedness.
The spinning wheel (13th Century AD) replaced hand spinning, allowing for faster textile production.
Quarantine (14th Century AD) was established to prevent the spread of diseases through maritime trade.
The printing press (15th Century AD) revolutionized book production.

The telescope allowed ship captains to observe remote objects and navigate safely.
Efficient means of transportation and upgraded agricultural machines characterized Modern Times.

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Explore the historical antecedents of science and technology across different time periods. Learn how scientific and technological inventions in the Philippines were influenced by social contexts.