Science, Technology, and Society Quiz

Multiple Choice Questions on Science, Technology, and Society

• Early Chinese Paper: Mulberry bark was the primary material in early Chinese paper.

• Antecedent: An antecedent is a thing or event that existed before or logically precedes another.

• Laboratorio Municipal de Ciudad de Manila: Established in 1887 during the Spanish Era.

• Mesopotamian Writing: Cuneiform was invented by Mesopotamians for writing and record-keeping.

• Tang Dynasty Invention: Gunpowder was invented in the Tang dynasty by alchemists.

• Aeolipile Inventor: Hero of Alexandria invented the aeolipile, considered the first steam engine.

• Non-Industrial Revolution Invention: The compass is NOT an invention of the Industrial Revolution.

• 20th Century Computing: The transistor revolutionized computing and information technology in the 20th century.

• Printing Press: Invented in the Tang dynasty during the 9th century.

• Father of Philippine Botany: Leon Ma. Guerrero is recognized as the father of Philippine botany.

• Great Wall of China Purpose: The Great Wall of China was built primarily to protect northern borders from invaders.

• Telegraph Inventor: Samuel Morse invented the telegraph in 1844.

• American Colonization Educational Institution: The Bureau of Science aimed to enhance Philippine scientific knowledge during American colonization.

• Geocentric Model Founder: Ptolemy is credited with founding the geocentric model of the universe.

• Ancient Alarm Clock Inventor: Ctesibius, a Greek engineer, physicist, and mathematician, created an ancient alarm clock.

• Babylonian Numerical System Device: Sexagesimal is the ancient device used by Babylonians for their numerical system.

• Bureau of Science Focus: The Bureau of Science focused on tropical diseases during the American regime.

• Spinning Wheel Origin: The spinning wheel, which revolutionized textile production, originated in India.

• Renaissance Rebirth Focus: The Renaissance was a rebirth of classical learning and scientific inquiry.

• Father of Zoology: Aristotle was considered the Father of Zoology.

• Gunpowder Inventor: The Chinese invented gunpowder.

• Paradigm Shift Period: The Copernican Revolution was a period of paradigm shifts.

• Manhattan Project: A WWII-era research and development program focused on nuclear weapons.

• Mismatched Pair: Middle East is NOT properly matched with Quipu.

• Id Stage Focus: Pleasure is highlighted when needs are not met during the Id Stage of Freud's development.

• Copernican Revolution Impact: The idea that the Earth revolves around the Sun was a major contribution.

• Id Personality Traits: The Id is impulsive, fantasy-oriented, and irrational.

• Indian Civilization Exclusions: Manufacturing iron and metallurgical works, mandatory education, mathematics, and notable astronomy are all Indian civilization accomplishments.

• Darwinian Revolution Paradigm Shift: The Darwinian Revolution was associated with the theory of evolution by natural selection.

• Heliocentric Model Proponent: Nicolaus Copernicus proposed the heliocentric model of the solar system.

• Unimportant Copernican Impact: The invention of the microscope was not a consequence of the Copernican revolution.

• Theory of Evolution: Darwin's theory proposes evolution through natural selection.

• Darwinian Revolution Societal Impact: Darwin's ideas challenged the creation of species and human origin.

• Non-Intellectual Revolution: Newtonian is not mentioned amongst the intellectual revolutions.

• Field of Freudian Revolution: Psychology.

• Intellectual Revolution Focusing on Subconscious: The Freudian Revolution focused on subconscious motivations and the human psyche.

• Steam Engine Revolution: The steam engine invention was crucial to the Industrial Revolution.

• Meso-American Paradigm Shift Focus: Philosophical and societal transformations were primary focuses.

• Geocentric View Support: Aristotle and Ptolemy supported the geocentric view.

• Unconscious Mind: The unconscious mind is the part of the mind not directly accessible to consciousness.

• Information and Communications Technology Department Administration: The Benigno Aquino administration.

• Science and Technology Education Objective: To contribute to nation-building.

• Colonization with Education Mandates: The Spanish Colonial period mandated religion, mathematics, reading, writing, music, arts, health, and sanitation in education.

• National Research Council Administration: Established during American Colonization.

• Philippine S&T Historical Focus: Advancing sustainable agriculture.

• Government Effort for Scientific Literacy: The K-12 Science Curriculum.

• Sector Impacted by S&T: Agriculture and health.

• Innovation Hinderer: Micromanagement.

• Mangyan Location: Mindoro.

• Philippine Science Education Challenge: Shortage of resources and facilities.

• Nation-Building and S&T Role: Driving innovation and economic growth.

• Freudian Impact on Society: Introducing psychoanalysis and therapy.

• Philippine Research Priority: Renewable energy solutions.

• RA 10844 Administration: Benigno Aquino Administration.

• RA 8293 Administration: Fidel Ramos Administration.

• S&T Significance in Philippines: Colonization by Spain.

• Non-Mayan Advancement: Road system.

• Non-Life Science Item: Electricity.

• Government Effort for Scientific Literacy: K-12 Science Curriculum

• Science Education Nation-Building: Preparing workforce for global competition.

• Igorot Farming: Terrace farming.

• Iron Metallurgy Period: Pre-Colonial Era

• Government Support for S&T: Establishment of research councils.

• Global Influence on Philippine S&T: K to 12 Program.

• Technology Perception Shaping: Enframing.

• Coined "Eudaimonia": Aristotle.

• Threat of Technology: Its Essence.

• Critiquing Technology Progress Goal: Defining the good life for individuals.

• Philosopher on Utility and Happiness: Aristotle.

• Categories of "Good": Intrinsic, Instrumental, Ultimate.

• Heidegger’s Technology Revelation: Bringing-forth.

• Robotics Discussion Focus: Ethical dilemmas arising from robot integration.

• Ethical Concern in Hospital Robots: Lack of empathy impacting patient interaction.

• Non-Robot Role: Understand human behavior

• Local Governance Emphasis in Technology: Developing policies that protect individual well-being.

• Heidegger on Challenging Forth Technology: Extracting, storing, and distributing from nature.

• Philosophy of Acceptance of External Events: Stoicism.

• Ethical Dilemma in Self-Driving Cars: Moral decision-making.

• Philosophical Concept for Meaningful History: Human Flourishing, The Good Life.

• Three Laws of Robotics Purpose: Ethical and moral guidelines for robot behavior.

• Information Transmission Technology: Fiber Optics.

• Information Age Start Invention: Printing press (Gutenberg).

• Information Age Contribution 1970s: Personal computers.

• Non-Digital Age Advancement: Use of analog memory system.

• Information Theory Father: Claude Shannon.

• Threats to Humanity: All of the given environmental problems.

• "Paralysis Through Analysis" Description: Delayed decisions due to information overload.

• Disruptive Age for Traditional Media: Digitization.

• Concerns for Young Students in Information Age: Relying on information retrieval rather than critical thinking.

• Social Media Impact on Recruitment: Allowed recruiters to engage with a wider pool of candidates.

• Excessive Data Reliance Term: Intellectual dependency.

• Printing Press Invention Date: 15th century.

• Consequences of Excessive Social Media Use: Decreased productivity.

• Shannon's Information Age Influence: Laying foundation for digital communication and data transmission.

• Big Data Drawback: Allowed confirmation of any hypothesis, whether valid or not.

• Social Media Sharing Risk: Vulnerability to crimes like identity theft and stalking.

• Impact of Social Media on Friendships: Expanded the definition of "friends" to include virtual connections.

• Information Theory's Father: Claude E. Shannon.

• Misinformation Spread: Fake News.

• GMO Stakeholders: All options (Risk Analysts, Environment, Biotechnology firms, Ecologists).

• Nanostructure Location: Microscope

• Nanotechnology Branch: Nanotechnology.

• Natural Nanostructures: Multilayered butterfly wings.

• Ethical Issue in Nanoparticle Cosmetics: Testing for skin safety and long-term effects.

• Nanotechnology Research Focus: Creating innovative products and solutions in medicine, transportation, and computing.

• Golden Rice Gene Incorporation: Beta-carotene or vitamin A

• GMO Abbreviation: Genetically Modified Organisms.

• Nanometer Size: one billionth of a meter.

• Golden Rice Modification Purpose: Enhancing vitamin A content.

• Nanotechnology in Medicine Contribution: Advanced diagnostic and imaging tools.

• Nanometers in Paper: 100,000 nanometers.

• Common Gene Therapy Vector: Modified viruses.

• Sunscreen Nanoparticle Function: Absorb UV radiation efficiently.

• RA 8749: The Philippine Clean Water Act.

• Environmentally Preferred Pollution Prevention: Reducing waste at the source.

• Largest Commercial Energy Source: Coal.

• Ethical Concern in Gene Therapy: How to make it universally accessible without high costs.

• Ecological Solid Waste Management Law: RA 9275.

• Recycling Environmental Impact: Decreased waste in landfills.

• Sustainability Goal: Conserving resources for future generations.

• Environmental Impact of a Population: Ecological footprint.

• Climate Change Impact on Biodiversity: Loss of species and dramatic decline in biodiversity.

• Philippine Clean Water Act (RA 9275) Purpose: Protect and preserve water resource quality.

• Non-Biodegradable Waste: Aluminum cans.

• Main Disadvantage of Open Dumpsites: Risk to public health and environmental damage.

• Atmospheric CO2 Increase Impact: Rising sea levels and melting glaciers

• Sanitary Landfill Advantage: Ensures better environmental and health standards.

• Glacier Melting Cause: Global warming.