30 Questions
During which period did the widespread use of bronze, an alloy of copper and tin, characterize the tools and artifacts?
Bronze Age
Which cultural developments were significantly influenced by the increased production and surplus resources in the Bronze Age?
City development and expanded trade networks
Which ancient empires and civilizations are associated with the Iron Age due to their rise and fall during this period?
Hittites and Assyrians
What characterized the Steel Age in terms of material advancement that became more prevalent during this period?
Alloy of iron and carbon
Which type of metal was increasingly used for tools, weapons, and other implements during the Iron Age?
Iron
What major contribution did the use of steel make to cultural developments during its time frame?
Advancements in weaponry, agriculture, and construction
When did the Neolithic Period occur?
8,000 to 4,000 BC
Which hominin species is associated with the discovery of fire?
Homoerectus (Discover fire)
What is a defining characteristic of the Paleolithic Age?
Use of stone tools
Which writing system first appeared in Mesopotamia around 3500 BC?
Cuneiform
What is a nomad?
A person who travels from place to place
Which period marked the transition from a nomadic lifestyle to settled communities?
Neolithic Period
What is the main focus of Siddha medicine?
Combining spices, fruits, and certain substances for treatment
During the Golden Age of Indian medicine, who was known as a physician?
Charaka
What procedure involves the placement of hot cups on the skin to create suction?
Cupping
Which ancient concept aims to prevent or heal disease by maintaining or restoring yin yang balance?
Yin-yang balance
What technique involves inserting thin needles at specific points in the body?
Acupuncture
In Siddha medicine, what type of substances are also used in addition to spices and fruits for treatment?
Metals and minerals
Who made significant contributions to the scientific method and played a key role in the scientific revolution?
Galileo Galilei
Which scientist is credited with pioneering research on radioactivity and discovering radium and polonium?
Marie Curie
Who developed the theory of evolution and published it in 'On the Origin of Species' in 1859?
Charles Darwin
Which scientist contributed greatly to developing cures for rabies, anthrax, and pasteurization to make milk safer to drink?
Louis Pasteur
Who is known for their work on electromagnetism, AC current, and patents from electricity to radio transmission?
Nikola Tesla
According to Louis Wolpert, when do dangers and ethical issues arise in science?
When science is applied to technology
What was the purpose of the Intihuatana stone for the Inca civilization?
To track the sun's movements during solstices and equinoxes
What type of agriculture did the Aztecs practice in the Valley of Mexico?
Terrace farming
Which civilization developed advance agricultural techniques for high altitude regions?
Inca Civilization
What combination was used in Aztec medicine by healers known as ticitl?
Herbal remedies, rituals, and practical observation
In which civilization were massive stone structures built without mortar?
Inca Civilization
Which civilization made advancements in areas such as astronomy, mathematics, medicine, and agriculture?
Aztec Civilization
Test your knowledge on the three main subdivisions within the Metal Age: Bronze Age, Steel Age, and Iron Age. Learn about the characteristic features, time frames, and cultural developments associated with each period.
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