Lesson 1: Engineering, Science & Society

In the past, people used typewriters to create documents, but today, computers are used instead. What does this change best represent?

• An outdated technology being improved upon.

• • The reduction in communication methods.

• A decline in technological development.

• A reduction in the need for written documentation.

Which of the following best illustrates how consumer demand can influence technological advancements?

• The increase in popularity of social media platforms.

• The invention of the wheel allowing for faster travel.

• The rise of electric cars due to the demand for eco-friendly transportation.

• The development of new medication to fight diseases.

The desire for fast travel between distant cities led to the development of high-speed trains. What new need likely arose because of this transportation technology?

• The need for advanced railway communication systems.

• The need for cheaper and slower alternatives.

• The need for additional airlines.

• The need for more parking spaces in urban areas.

Which of the following is an example of technology aiding a doctor during surgery?

• A doctor viewing medical images on a high-definition screen.

• • A doctor explaining surgery procedures to a patient.

• A doctor writing a prescription for pain relief.

• A doctor attending a medical conference.

Provide an example of how the invention of the smartphone led to the development of new technologies.

• Smartphones led to the invention of portable power banks.

• Smartphones eliminated the need for email services.

• Smartphones decreased the use of social media.

• Smartphones resulted in a reduction of mobile apps.

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Both a calculator and a bicycle are examples of technology. Explain why they both fit the definition of technology.

• Both are tools used for transportation.

• Both involve the use of electricity.

• Both are inventions that solve human problems.

• Both can be used to reduce environmental impact.

The development of electric vehicles and solar power technology helped meet the need for cleaner energy. Which answer choice shows benefits electric vehicles provide to society?

• Reduced traffic congestion and noise pollution.

• Lower fuel costs and less air pollution.

• Decreased demand for renewable energy sources.

• Increased job opportunities in oil extraction industries.

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What is the name of your science teacher?

• Mrs. Alleman

• Mrs. Sunday

• Mrs. Dumont

• Mrs. Van Devender

Which vocabulary word means the use of tools, machines, materials, and processes to meet human needs?

• criteria

• technology

• constraint

• engineering

Which vocabulary word means the application of science and mathematics to solve real life problems? 

• criteria

• technology

• constraint

• engineering

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