The heliocentric model proposed by Copernicus suggested that

The Sun is at the center of the solar system

What did Copernicus propose in his planetary model?

The Sun is at the center of the universe, with Earth and other planets orbiting around it.

Earth is the center of the universe

The planets move in circular orbits around Earth.

The Moon is the largest celestial body.

What key idea did Charles Darwin introduce in "On the Origin of Species"?

Life on Earth has evolved through natural selection over time.

Species are fixed and unchanging.

Earth is only a few thousand years old.

Humans and apes are completely unrelated.

How did the Darwinian Revolution challenge traditional religious beliefs?

By proposing that species evolve rather than being divinely created and fixed.

By suggesting that Earth is the center of the universe.

By proving the Sun is not the center of the universe.

By denying the existence of God.

Which of the following best describes a hypothesis?

A logical guess that answers the problem

A definitive answer to a problem

Why is it important to follow the steps of the scientific method in order?

To ensure that conclusions are valid and logical

To make the experiment more complicated

To avoid having to repeat experiments

To guarantee the hypothesis is correct

What is the primary belief of Hedonists about life?

Life is focused on acquiring and indulging in pleasure.

Life's goal is to pursue spiritual growth.

Life is about attaining wealth and power.

Life should be lived free from material concerns

What is the focus of Theism in achieving happiness?

Indifference to external events

Which of the following is the central belief of Humanism?

Freedom from God’s control and the ability to shape one’s destiny

Pursuing pleasure as the ultimate goal

Attaining happiness through material possessions

Practicing apathy to achieve peace

What is the primary characteristic of Stoicism?

Practicing detachment and apathy to achieve peace

Prioritizing religious communion

Living in indulgence and pleasure

What is the role of experimentation in the scientific method?

To test and verify whether the hypothesis is true or false

To prove the hypothesis without question

To conclude the experiment immediately

A scientist conducts an experiment but finds unexpected results that contradict the hypothesis. What should the scientist prioritize next to maintain the integrity of the scientific process?

Reevaluate the experimental design, repeat the experiment, and consider alternative explanations.

Publish the results immediately to claim novelty.

Alter the hypothesis to fit the unexpected results without further testing.

Disregard the unexpected results as anomalies.

Which of the following best demonstrates a critical flaw in the application of the scientific method?

Results are selectively reported to match the original hypothesis.

A researcher uses outdated equipment but replicates the experiment multiple times.

A hypothesis is rejected due to a lack of conclusive evidence.

The scientist refines the hypothesis after analyzing unexpected data.

A materialist philosophy suggests that human flourishing is derived from material wealth. Which of the following challenges this perspective?

Studies showing higher satisfaction from relationships and meaningful work than from possessions.

The rise in happiness levels as national income increases.

Economic theories emphasizing consumerism as a driver of progress.

The invention of technology that primarily caters to luxury needs.

A humanist scientist emphasizes the freedom of individuals to control their own destiny. How might this philosophy shape their approach to technological development?

Develop technologies that empower individuals to make autonomous choices.

Focus on advancements that centralize power in governmental institutions.

Limit technological innovation to maintain natural ecological balances.

Avoid projects that could disrupt traditional social hierarchies.

Which is a common issue caused by social media platforms?

Miscommunication in education systems

Decrease of opportunities in Education

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What does the field of Science, Technology, and Society (STS) primarily examine?

The scientific principles behind technology

The impact of political systems on governance

How social, economic, political, and cultural aspects affect scientific research and technological development

The invention of new technologies

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is not an example of technology?

Tools

Methods

Systems

Art

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What writing system was developed by pre-colonial Filipinos?

Sanskrit

Baybayin

Latin script

Mandarin

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which plant was used by pre-colonial Filipinos for treating kidney stones?

Lagundi

Sambong

Banaba

Guyabano

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which university, founded in 1611, is the oldest in the Philippines?

Ateneo de Manila University

De La Salle University

University of Santo Tomas

University of the Philippines

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which cultural influence brought Catholicism to the Philippines?

Chinese

Spanish

American

Indian

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The Maya were among the first to:

Develop large cities

Use the concept of zero in mathematics

Build floating gardens

Establish vast road networks

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MIDTERM EXAM IN STS

What does the field of Science, Technology, and Society (STS) primarily examine?

Which of the following is not an example of technology?

What writing system was developed by pre-colonial Filipinos?

Which plant was used by pre-colonial Filipinos for treating kidney stones?

Which university, founded in 1611, is the oldest in the Philippines?

Which cultural influence brought Catholicism to the Philippines?

The Maya were among the first to:

What agricultural innovation is attributed to the Aztecs?

What did the Inca build to support communication across their empire?

Which Chinese invention revolutionized navigation?

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