10 Questions
During which age did the Iron Age Technology occur?
1450 - 1700s
In which century did the Gutenberg Technology emerge?
18th Century
When did the Industrial Age Technology primarily flourish?
1800s
Which period is associated with the Stone Age Technology?
600,000 - 10,000 BCE
When did the Information Age Technology innovations primarily impact homes, businesses, and schools?
1900s
What is the defining characteristic of the Stone Age?
The use of stone tools
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a development during the Stone Age?
Metalworking
What is the primary reason for dividing human history into technological periods?
To understand the impact of technology on societies
Which of the following statements about the Stone Age is true?
It marked the beginning of the earliest human societies
What is the relationship between technology and human societies, according to the text?
Technology drives the evolution of human societies
Study Notes
Historical Antecedents of STS in the World
Technological Eras
- The Stone Age is the first technological age of human history, characterized by the use of stone tools.
- The Stone Age is divided into three smaller periods: Paleolithic (600,000 - 10,000 BCE), Mesolithic (10,000 - 4,000 BCE), and Neolithic (4,000 - 2,300 BCE).
- The Bronze Age (2,300 - 700 BCE) and Iron Age (700 - 450 BCE) followed the Stone Age.
Middle Ages to Industrial Age
- The Middle Age (1450 - 1700s) saw the introduction of the Gutenberg printing press.
- The 18th Century (1700s) and 19th Century (1800s) brought about significant technological advancements.
- The Industrial Age (1800s - 1900s) transformed human societies with new industrial technologies.
20th Century and Information Age
- The 20th Century (1900s) saw rapid technological progress.
- The Information Age ( late 20th Century - present) is characterized by the widespread use of computers, internet, and digital technologies.
- Notable innovations of the Information Age include the Internet, Personal Computers, Mobile Phones, and the World Wide Web.
Scientific Revolution
- The Scientific Revolution (16th - 17th Centuries) laid the foundations for modern scientific inquiry and experimentation.
- The Scientific Revolution had a profound impact on the development of modern science, technology, and society.
This quiz delves into the historical antecedents of Science, Technology, and Society (STS) in the world. It covers topics like scientific and technological paradigm shifts, interactions between science and society, and the impact of technology on the environment throughout history.
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