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What level of technological development did early Filipinos achieve compared to other East Asian cultures?
Which of the following historical periods does not reflect the technological advancements in the Philippines?
What aspect of life in the Philippine Islands before colonization reflects the application of scientific principles?
What was one of the significant consequences of archaeological findings in the Philippines during the early era?
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What was a key focus of early Filipino communities that reflects their use of technology?
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What was the primary function of barangays in pre-colonial Philippine society?
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Which architectural style emerged as a result of Spanish colonization in the Philippines?
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What does the term 'Bayanihan' represent in Philippine culture?
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What major contribution did the Spanish make to science and technology in the Philippines during their colonization?
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What is Intramuros known for?
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Which of the following is a key feature of a nipa hut?
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What was the former use of Paco Park during the Spanish period?
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Which characteristic defines the Filipino settlements known as barangays?
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What is the estimated age of the earliest people in the Philippines, linked to Homo luzonensis?
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Which prehistoric animals' fossils have been discovered in the Philippines?
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What kind of tools are associated with the Paleolithic period in the Philippines?
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Where were the oldest known shell ornaments found?
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What does the discovery of stone tools in places like Penablanca and Cagayan suggest about early Philippine inhabitants?
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In which period do scientists estimate that the Philippine islands started to form?
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What is significant about the shell disk found next to the adult male in Duyong Cave?
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What materials were notably used by people during the Metal Age in the Philippines?
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What lifestyle did early humans in the Philippines adopt, as evidenced by archaeological findings?
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Which of the following statements is true about the Bronze Age in the Philippines?
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What significant agricultural practice did the inhabitants learn during the Metal Age?
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What type of boats were noted by Spanish chronicles as being used in the Metal Age for interisland trade?
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What notable archaeological evidence was found in Sagel Cave in Mindanao?
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How did the Metal Age affect the pace of life for the inhabitants of the Philippines?
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What is one significant feature of the Banaue rice terraces?
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What was the primary function of the bead made from fossilized shell found in the Sagel Cave burial?
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What was the purpose of Colegio de Santa Potenciana?
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Who established the Colegio de San Ignacio?
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Which of the following best describes the educational system during the Spanish era in the Philippines?
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What was one of the major effects of the Spanish colonial education in the Philippines?
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Which act created the Commission on Volcanology in the Philippines?
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During whose presidency was the NSDB renamed to the National Science and Technology Authority?
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Which president introduced the Philippine Inventors Incentives Act?
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Which college was the first established for boys in the Philippines?
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Study Notes
Stone Age in the Philippines
- The Philippine islands formed approximately 70 million years ago.
- Earliest inhabitants belonged to the hominin species Homo luzonensis, dating back around 67,000 years.
- Evidence of mobile lifestyles through hunting and gathering; early humans lived in caves and utilized fire and stone tools.
- Fossils of large migrating animals, such as stegodons and giant turtles, found in Palawan and Cagayan Valley.
Stone Age Tools
- Stone adzes, dating back 0.9 million years, discovered in various caves in Cagayan, Isabela, and Pampanga.
- The oldest known ornaments made from cone shells, dated to 4854 B.C., were unearthed in Duyong Cave, Palawan.
Pre-Colonial Period
- Early Filipinos formed autonomous communities and practiced self-sufficiency before Spanish colonization.
- Technological development in early Filipino communities was adequate for their needs, varying in complexity compared to neighboring cultures.
Metal Age
- Introduction of metals like gold, bronze, brass, and copper around 500 BC to 500 AD.
- Boats and intricate irrigation systems developed for trade and agriculture, including the famous Banaue rice terraces, engineered over 2,000 years ago.
Infrastructure and Governance
- Settlements known as barangays, comprising 30 to 100 families, were independent and led by a datu.
- Early Filipinos practiced farming and medicine using local plants and herbs.
Colonial Period
- Spanish colonization facilitated the introduction of formal education and establishment of scientific institutions.
- The nipa hut transitioned to stone houses, known as bahay na bato, reflecting cultural influences.
- Intramuros, built in the 16th century, represented the oldest district in Manila, enclosed by thick walls.
Education During Spanish Era
- Education was centered around Christianity, segregated by gender, with institutions like Colegio de San Ignacio for boys and Colegio de Santa Potenciana for girls.
- A privileged educational system primarily benefitted Spanish citizens, creating a class of educated Filipinos known as ilustrados.
Post-Colonial Developments
- After independence, various administrations emphasized advancements in science and technology.
- The Commission on Volcanology (COMVOL) was established under Elpidio R. Quirino to address volcanic risks.
- The National Science Development Board (NSDB) was created to oversee science policy under Carlos P. Garcia's presidency.
- Diosdado Macapagal introduced the Philippine Inventors Incentives Act to encourage local inventions.
- Ferdinand Marcos restructured the NSDB into the National Science and Technology Authority (NSTA).
Key Contributions and Innovations
- The Philippines exhibited long-established industries such as mining, agriculture, and fishing before Spanish rule, showcasing connections with neighboring Asian nations.
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This quiz explores the developments in science and technology in the Philippines, focusing on key events such as the Science Act of 1958. It also delves into the early history of the Stone Age in the Philippines and how these advancements impacted various sectors like agriculture and infrastructure.
