U1: Week 4 QUIZ: Science / Technology Quiz

What was the primary focus of the Green Revolution in the 20th century?

• Industrial manufacturing

• Agricultural innovation

• Space exploration

• Renewable energy

Which crops were primarily associated with the Green Revolution?

• Corn and soybeans

• Wheat and rice

• Barley and oats

• Potatoes and tomatoes

What technological advancement was crucial for the Information Age? (which advancement is communication in nature?)

• Steam engine

• Transistor

• Internal combustion engine

• Nuclear reactor

Which of the following was NOT a component of the Green Revolution?

• High-yielding crop varieties

• Chemical fertilizers

• Solar panels

• Controlled irrigation

During which period did the Green Revolution primarily occur?

• Early 19th century

• Early 20th century to late 1980s

• Late 20th century to early 21st century

• Mid-18th century

What was one of the main outcomes of the Green Revolution?

• Decrease in global population

• Increase in crop yields

• Decline in technological development

• Reduction in industrial pollution

Which development made communication faster during the Information Age?

• the Internet

• Telephone

• Fax Machine

• Telegraph

What was a significant impact of the Green Revolution on global society?

• Increased hunger and poverty

• Alleviation of hunger and poverty

• Decrease in agricultural production

• Rise in traditional farming methods

Which era followed the Green Revolution, characterized by a shift to an information-centered economy?

• Industrial Age

• Information Age

• Space Age

• Renaissance

What was a key driver of the Information Age in the mid-20th century?

• Advancements in textile manufacturing

• Developments in computer technology

• Innovations in automotive design

• Discoveries in chemical engineering