Technology Innovations

This invention used the sun, moon, planets, and stars to help explorers navigate on the open ocean.

• Compass

• Astrolabe

• Quadrant

• Telescope

This Chinese invention used the Earth's magnetic poles to help explores find their cardinal directions.

• Compass

• Compass Rose

• Astrolabe

• Quadrant

An advance ship preferred by merchants and explorers that was able to carry more cargo and supplies and traveled at a faster rate than ships previously built

• Cartographer

• Carnival 

• Caravel

• None of the above

Innovations in __________ like the Internet contribute to the global flow of information, capital, goods, and services.

• Resources

• Technology

____________ influenced business in the twenty-first century by developing popular devices that changed the way people used electronics (invented iPhone)

Which of the following is an unintentional consequence of scientific innovations?

• New Weapons

• Safer Travel

• Job Displacement

• Easier Navigation of deployed weaponry

Select all answers that are TRUE regarding the impact of technological innovations. (Select all answers that apply.)

• Innovations in technology contribute to the global flow of information.

• Innovations in technology contribute to the global flow of capital, goods, and services.

• The use of innovative technology lowers the cost of production.

• The use of innovative technology is harmful to the growth and success businesses.

Which technological innovation has significantly impacted global communication in the 21st century?

• Television

• Radio

• Internet

• Telegraph

Who is known for co-founding Microsoft, a major player in technology innovation?

• Steve Jobs

• Bill Gates

• Elon Musk

• Mark Zuckerberg

What is a major social impact of the widespread use of smartphones?

• Increased face-to-face communication

• Decreased social media usage

• Enhanced global connectivity

• Reduced internet access