Semester Review 6th Period

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What was the significant discovery that allowed early humans to cook their food, stay warm, and fend off predators, and also provided light and served as a social gathering place?

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Fire

Front

What invention established a system of government where power is held by the people, based on the idea of equality and the right of all citizens to have a say in the affairs of the state?

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Democracy

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What invention uses a magnetized needle to indicate the direction of magnetic north, initially used by the Chinese for fortune telling and later adopted by sailors for navigation?

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Compass

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What invention revolutionized the way information was shared, making books available to more people?

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Printing press

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What significant invention marked a major advancement in technology, paving the way for the wider use of electricity and providing a reliable and long-lasting source of artificial light?

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Light bulb

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What is the tiny electronic device that acts as a switch or amplifier in electronic circuits, a key building block of modern electronics, greatly increasing the speed and efficiency of electronic devices?

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Transistor

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Roberto and Greg are working on a project that involves the use of computers and software to perform tasks and solve problems. What is this term commonly referred to as?

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Computing

Front

When Sebastian and Natalie use devices, apps, or websites to start or further a conflict between people.

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Digital drama

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During a heated debate in class, Sebastian and Avani worked together to find a way to lessen the intensity or anger in the conflict. What did they do?

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De-escalate

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When Sebastian discovered that someone had stolen his private information and used it for criminal activities, he realized he was a victim of what type of crime?

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Identity theft