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What was the primary method of producing books before the rise of computers in the 20th century?
What was the primary method of producing books before the rise of computers in the 20th century?
What was one significant impact of the Black Death on medieval society?
What was one significant impact of the Black Death on medieval society?
In which century were eyeglasses commonly found in Western Europe?
In which century were eyeglasses commonly found in Western Europe?
What technological advancement replaced the earlier hand spinning method in textile production?
What technological advancement replaced the earlier hand spinning method in textile production?
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During which period did water and windmills become increasingly popular for milling purposes?
During which period did water and windmills become increasingly popular for milling purposes?
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What was the primary purpose of the Great Wall when it was erected?
What was the primary purpose of the Great Wall when it was erected?
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Which invention is attributed to Yi Xing during the Tang Dynasty?
Which invention is attributed to Yi Xing during the Tang Dynasty?
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What was the initial use of the compass?
What was the initial use of the compass?
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Which philosopher proposed the concept of Earth as a globe?
Which philosopher proposed the concept of Earth as a globe?
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What mechanism did Yi Xing's mechanical clock utilize?
What mechanism did Yi Xing's mechanical clock utilize?
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Which ancient Greek philosopher constructed an advanced alarm clock?
Which ancient Greek philosopher constructed an advanced alarm clock?
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What indicates the early Greek interest in science?
What indicates the early Greek interest in science?
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What device featured dragons with small balls in their mouths to indicate seismic activity?
What device featured dragons with small balls in their mouths to indicate seismic activity?
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What is the primary purpose of cuneiform as developed by the Sumerians?
What is the primary purpose of cuneiform as developed by the Sumerians?
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Where was the ancient region of Mesopotamia primarily located?
Where was the ancient region of Mesopotamia primarily located?
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What does 'technology' refer to according to the provided content?
What does 'technology' refer to according to the provided content?
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Who invented the aeolipile or steam engine, known for automating temple doors?
Who invented the aeolipile or steam engine, known for automating temple doors?
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What material is considered the earliest form of paper-like substance mentioned in the content?
What material is considered the earliest form of paper-like substance mentioned in the content?
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How did the use of ox-drawn ploughs impact agriculture?
How did the use of ox-drawn ploughs impact agriculture?
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What was a common use of black ink in ancient civilizations?
What was a common use of black ink in ancient civilizations?
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What does the term 'antecedent' refer to?
What does the term 'antecedent' refer to?
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Who is recognized as the father of zoology?
Who is recognized as the father of zoology?
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What groundbreaking system did Claudius Ptolemy develop?
What groundbreaking system did Claudius Ptolemy develop?
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What invention allowed for precise timekeeping in the Middle Ages?
What invention allowed for precise timekeeping in the Middle Ages?
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Who is credited with predicting a solar eclipse in 585 B.C.?
Who is credited with predicting a solar eclipse in 585 B.C.?
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Which philosopher created one of the first maps of the known world?
Which philosopher created one of the first maps of the known world?
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Which Middle Age invention transformed the production of written materials?
Which Middle Age invention transformed the production of written materials?
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Where is it believed that the spinning wheel may have originated?
Where is it believed that the spinning wheel may have originated?
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What does the gnomon, invented by Anaximander, help to determine?
What does the gnomon, invented by Anaximander, help to determine?
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What was the primary impact of the spinning jenny invented by James Hargreaves in 1764?
What was the primary impact of the spinning jenny invented by James Hargreaves in 1764?
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Which invention is associated with Eli Whitney in 1794?
Which invention is associated with Eli Whitney in 1794?
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What communication innovation did Samuel Morse contribute to in 1844?
What communication innovation did Samuel Morse contribute to in 1844?
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Which invention allowed people to work at night by providing a reliable source of light?
Which invention allowed people to work at night by providing a reliable source of light?
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What was the significance of the steam engine invented by Thomas Newcomen in 1712?
What was the significance of the steam engine invented by Thomas Newcomen in 1712?
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Which chemist is known for developing vaccines in 1870 to combat diseases caused by germs?
Which chemist is known for developing vaccines in 1870 to combat diseases caused by germs?
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What was a pivotal feature of Alexander Graham Bell's invention in 1876?
What was a pivotal feature of Alexander Graham Bell's invention in 1876?
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How did the sewing machine invented by Elias Howe in 1846 affect garment production?
How did the sewing machine invented by Elias Howe in 1846 affect garment production?
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What was a significant feature of trade practices before the Spanish era in the Philippines?
What was a significant feature of trade practices before the Spanish era in the Philippines?
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Which institution was known as the highest educational institution during the Spanish era?
Which institution was known as the highest educational institution during the Spanish era?
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What was a primary change introduced by the Americans regarding education in the Philippines?
What was a primary change introduced by the Americans regarding education in the Philippines?
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Which industry saw significant prosperity under the Spanish regime?
Which industry saw significant prosperity under the Spanish regime?
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What type of goods were traded by Filipinos before the American era?
What type of goods were traded by Filipinos before the American era?
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What advancement occurred in science during the Philippine American era?
What advancement occurred in science during the Philippine American era?
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What resources were primarily exported during the trade activities in the Spanish era?
What resources were primarily exported during the trade activities in the Spanish era?
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Which of the following was NOT a main focus during the American regime in terms of education?
Which of the following was NOT a main focus during the American regime in terms of education?
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Study Notes
Science
- Science is the careful study of the physical world, through observation, measurement, and experimentation.
- Scientists (natural philosophers) develop testable explanations and predictions.
Technology
- Technology is the practical application of scientific knowledge.
- It involves inventions, methods, or industrial processes.
Ancient Times
Mesopotamia
- The wheel was used as a potter's wheel, not for transportation.
- It appeared around 3500 BC.
- Chariots were developed using two wheels attached to animals with wood and ropes.
The Sumerians
- Cuneiform—the first form of writing, used for record-keeping.
- Mesopotamia was located in the eastern Mediterranean, bordered by the Zagros Mountains and the Arabian Plateau.
Egyptians
- Aeolipile/steam engine—invented by Hero of Alexandria, used to automate temple doors.
- Papyrus—the earliest paper-like material.
- Ox-drawn plough—revolutionized agriculture.
- Black ink, used for writing hieroglyphs
Additional Information
- Mummification—an important process in ancient Egypt, to preserve the bodies of pharaohs.
- The Great Wall—one of the seven wonders of the world.
- Paper—although invented in 105AD, archeological discoveries suggest it existed earlier in China(BC 100)
- Gunpowder—invented in the Tang dynasty in the 9th century by alchemists.
- Mechanical Clock—developed in Europe in the 13th century; the earliest Chinese mechanical clock in 725.
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This quiz explores the foundational aspects of science and technology in ancient times, specifically focusing on Mesopotamia and Egyptian innovations. Learn about early inventions like the wheel, cuneiform writing, and the ox-drawn plough, and understand how these concepts have influenced modern practices.
