30 Questions
BRINGING FORTH is also known as ______ in German.
Gestell
Enframing involves a ______ approach to reality.
calculative
Poiesis is about ______ things in their own right.
bringing forth
Enframing seeks to ______ and manipulate reality.
control
Poiesis fosters a deeper ______ and appreciation of the world's inherent qualities and mysteries.
understanding
Poiesis encourages a more ______, reflective, and holistic approach to existence.
contemplative
The invention of writing systems, such as ______ in Mesopotamia and hieroglyphs in Egypt, played a crucial role in the development of literacy.
cuneiform
Finland is often cited for its exceptional ______ system and high literacy rates.
education
Norway is known for its strong commitment to ______ and high literacy rates.
education
Japan's education system emphasizes ______, hard work, and academic achievement.
discipline
Canada prioritizes ______ and invests in a comprehensive public education system.
education
South Korea has made remarkable strides in improving ______ rates and educational outcomes over the past few decades.
literacy
STS: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY & SOCIETY [ BSN 2A ] ˃ [ ________________ SEMESTER ]
SECOND
The country's emphasis on preventive healthcare, access to quality medical services, and high levels of ________________ contribute to lower mortality rates.
education
Mortality surveillance systems track deaths and causes of death in ________________, providing valuable data for public health planning, disease prevention, and health policy development.
populations
Japan has one of the lowest mortality rates globally, attributed to factors such as universal healthcare coverage, a healthy diet rich in fish and ________________, active lifestyle habits such as walking and cycling, and a strong sense of community.
vegetables
Sweden consistently ranks among the countries with low mortality rates.The country's universal healthcare system, comprehensive social welfare programs, emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention, and high standard of ________________ contribute to lower mortality rates.
living
These systems help identify emerging health threats, monitor trends in mortality rates, and evaluate the effectiveness of ________________.
interventions
Researchers are working on genetically modifying bananas to produce higher levels of ______, a precursor to vitamin A.
beta-carotene
This technology has the potential to create crops with ______ traits, such as increased yield or improved nutritional content, without introducing foreign DNA.
enhanced
The biotech eggplant is the first ______ initiated research and the first biotech food crop developed in the Philippines.
public-sector
These breeding techniques involve crossing individuals within the same species or closely related species to achieve desired ______ without directly manipulating their genes at the molecular level.
traits
Wild species that have not undergone intentional ______ modification by humans are also not considered GMOs.
genetic
Organisms with such naturally occurring ______ are not classified as GMOs unless they have been further modified through human intervention.
mutations
Some people remain concerned about the long-term health effects of consuming genetically modified ______.
foods
The concentration of power and profits in the hands of a few biotechnology companies raises ______ concerns.
equity
The widespread adoption of GMO crops can lead to a reduction in crop ______ and the dominance of a few genetically uniform varieties.
diversity
The patenting of genetically modified seeds by biotechnology companies has led to controversies over ______ property rights.
intellectual
GMO crops can cross-pollinate with conventional or wild plant species, leading to the unintentional spread of genetically modified ______.
traits
Critics argue that GMO patents restrict farmers' rights to save and exchange ______.
seeds
This quiz explores the concept of 'enframing' or 'bringing forth', a philosophical concept that views technology as a tool to optimize and manipulate the world for human purposes. It involves a calculative approach to reality, where everything is valued based on its utility and efficiency. Test your understanding of this concept and its implications.
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