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What was the purpose of record-keeping in ancient times?
What ancient technological advancement facilitated journeys to unfamiliar areas?
Which material was used to make the Voynich Manuscript?
In which location was the Rongorongo Script discovered?
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What was one of the methods of communication used in ancient times?
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What is the main reason for the Hour Glass invention?
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What was the purpose of the distaff and spindle in the medieval wool-making process?
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Which historical event led to the implementation of quarantine measures on ships?
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Where did printing first become mechanized?
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What was the primary purpose of a telescope in historical times?
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What aspect of modern times is emphasized regarding efficient transportation?
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What is one role that machines requiring agricultural means to operate must undergo in modern times?
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What was the purpose of the Hour Glass invention during the medieval period?
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In medieval times, what was the primary function of a Spinning Wheel?
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Which technological advancement in the Middle Ages signified a civilization's progress in architecture?
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What role did Science and Technology play in medieval times concerning illnesses and diseases?
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Why were Eyeglasses invented in the 13th century?
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What significant purpose did the establishment of new alliances with other tribes serve for civilizations in historical times?
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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.
Navigation and Exploration
- 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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Description
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.
