History of Research Institutions in the Philippines

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What was a significant aspect of the Iron Age in the Philippines?

  • Utilization of iron for agricultural purposes
  • Extraction, smelting, and refining of iron from ores (correct)
  • Exportation of cast iron to Sarawak and China
  • Importation of refined iron from neighboring countries

Which activity did Filipinos engage in during the Iron Age according to the text?

  • Trading bee wax with the Chinese
  • Building boats for inter-island trade (correct)
  • Cultivating lowland rice using spring water
  • Constructing terraced fields in mountain regions

What type of warships were noted by Spanish chronicles during the Iron Age?

  • Junks
  • Caracoa (correct)
  • Frigates
  • Galleons

In the 10th century A.D., which Filipino group was noted to be engaged in trading with Champa (Vietnam)?

<p>Butuan (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What items did Ma-I and San-Hsu trade with China during the Iron Age?

<p>Coconut heart mats and tortoise shell (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which country did Filipinos have regular trade relations with from the 10th to the 15th centuries A.D.?

<p>China (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When was the National Research Council of the Philippines established?

<p>December 8, 1933 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Bureau of Science become after World War II?

<p>Institute of Science (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which era did the importance given to science grow significantly?

<p>Marcos Era and Martial Law (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was one area that science was inclined toward during the American period?

<p>Medicine and pharmacy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the US Economic Survey report in 1950 highlight as lacking in the Philippines' scientific development?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which act established the National Science Development Board in 1958?

<p>Science Act of 1958 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were some of the activities related to science that pre-Spanish era Filipinos engaged in?

<p>Extracting medicine from herbs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a component of the education provided in Parish schools during the early years of Spanish rule?

<p>Astronomy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of institutions did the Spanish introduce to the Philippines that contributed to the growth of science and technology?

<p>Colleges and universities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which field was given priority in the study of medicine during the Spanish era in the Philippines?

<p>Biology (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who among the following was NOT a notable contributor to science in the archipelago during the 19th century?

<p>Anaclento del Rosario (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which architectural structures did the Spanish construct in the Philippines that contributed to the field of engineering?

<p>Government buildings and forts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main strategy employed under President Ramos' Science and Technology Agenda for National Development (STAND)?

<p>Targeting specific industries as 'export winners' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How were the 'winners' in the Science and Technology Agenda for National Development (STAND) identified?

<p>By rounds of consultation with industry representatives (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which plan focused on a few 'flagship programs' while avoiding targeting specific industries as 'export winners'?

<p>DOST Medium-Term Plan (DMTP) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the DOST Medium-Term Plan (DMTP) prioritize over targeting specific industries as 'export winners'?

<p>Building the country's long-term capability in S&amp;T (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In terms of industry focus, what issue did STAND face due to its strategy?

<p>Spreading scarce resources thinly across too many industries (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these best describes the approach of the DOST Medium-Term Plan (DMTP) towards industry support?

<p><em>Avoiding</em> targeting specific industries as 'export winners' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the amended 1973 Philippine Constitution prioritize in national development?

<p>Science and technology (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the Marcos regime, what additional support was provided to private universities?

<p>Incentives to establish science and technology courses (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organization was established by the Marcos regime to support agricultural development?

<p>Philippine Council for Agricultural Research (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under the Marcos regime, what institution was created to oversee weather forecasting and geophysical services?

<p>Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of establishing the National Academy of Science and Technology during the Marcos regime?

<p>To gather scientific and technological expertise (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which sector received special attention for curriculum upgrades and teaching equipment during the Marcos regime?

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

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