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What invention during the Bronze Age allowed vehicles to be drawn by animals?
What invention during the Bronze Age allowed vehicles to be drawn by animals?
Which aspect of society was notably enhanced by navigation advancements during the Bronze Age?
Which aspect of society was notably enhanced by navigation advancements during the Bronze Age?
During which period did the Ancient Greek civilization flourish?
During which period did the Ancient Greek civilization flourish?
How is the early Middle Ages commonly characterized in historical narratives?
How is the early Middle Ages commonly characterized in historical narratives?
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What perception did Italian humanists have about the Middle Ages?
What perception did Italian humanists have about the Middle Ages?
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What factor contributed to the continuity of technology during the Middle Ages?
What factor contributed to the continuity of technology during the Middle Ages?
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Which term is used to refer to the period from the 5th century CE to the mid-15th century?
Which term is used to refer to the period from the 5th century CE to the mid-15th century?
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What societal development was common among some Bronze Age societies?
What societal development was common among some Bronze Age societies?
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What was a significant outcome of the humanists' revival during the Renaissance?
What was a significant outcome of the humanists' revival during the Renaissance?
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What was Petrarch’s view of the Roman Empire during the Middle Ages?
What was Petrarch’s view of the Roman Empire during the Middle Ages?
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What is the significance of science to human life as mentioned?
What is the significance of science to human life as mentioned?
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Which historical period is characterized by the use of bronze?
Which historical period is characterized by the use of bronze?
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How did technology evolve with early humans?
How did technology evolve with early humans?
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What role did the Bronze Age civilizations play in technological development?
What role did the Bronze Age civilizations play in technological development?
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What is one potential negative impact of scientific advancements mentioned?
What is one potential negative impact of scientific advancements mentioned?
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In which age did the use of tools first emerge according to the passage?
In which age did the use of tools first emerge according to the passage?
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What characterized human evolution described in the passage?
What characterized human evolution described in the passage?
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How are advancements in science and technology linked to moral values in society?
How are advancements in science and technology linked to moral values in society?
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Study Notes
Impact of Science and Technology on Society
- Science and technology have transformed communication, work, housing, clothing, food, transportation, and life quality.
- Changes in daily life have influenced moral values and philosophies.
- Science started with simple tools like the plow, facilitating social issues such as ethics, education, and culture.
- The advancements have created the potential for self-destruction alongside improvements in living conditions.
Science and Technology in Ancient Times (up to 599 BCE)
- Tool-making dates back about 25 million years to early human ancestors; notable fossils like "Peking Man" (500,000 years old) show early tool use.
- Technological evolution transitioned through major ages: Stone Age, Bronze Age, and Iron Age.
Bronze Age (circa 3700 BC - 500 BC)
- Defined by the rise of bronze usage, either through local production or trade.
- Bronze Age societies experienced technological advances, enhancing tools and weapons.
- Enhanced navigation facilitated trade in bronze and related products.
- Key inventions included the wheel, improving transportation via animal-drawn vehicles.
- Innovations like the potter's wheel advanced pottery and textile production.
- Emergence of a ruling class supported by military power in some societies.
Science and Technology in Antiquity (600 - 529 BCE)
- The era of Ancient Greek civilization marked significant political, philosophical, artistic, and scientific achievements.
- The legacy of Greek achievements shaped the foundations of Western civilization post-Mycenaean period.
Science and Technology in the Middle Ages (530 - 1452)
- The Middle Ages spanned the collapse of Roman civilization to the Renaissance, with varying interpretations of its timeline (13th to 15th century).
- The early Middle Ages are often incorrectly labeled as the "Dark Ages," suggesting cultural decline.
- Humanists of the Renaissance coined the term to emphasize their revival of Classical learning and to mark a contrast with perceived ignorance.
- Medieval technology continued Roman innovations, particularly in the Byzantine Empire, which thrived for over a thousand years.
- With the advent of the Islamic civilization, there was significant preservation and enhancement of technological development.
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Explore how science and technology have transformed various aspects of society, including communication, work, transportation, and our basic philosophies. This quiz delves into the historical and moral implications of technological advancements and their influence on daily life.
