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WorksheetsSTS Prelim Quiz1 BIT 1-B
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What does the field of Science, Technology, and Society (STS) study?
The history of ancient civilizations
The interplay between science, technology, and society
Famous inventors and their inventions
The geological processes of the Earth
Which of the following best describes the "technological imperative"?
The belief that technology should always be prioritized over scientific research
The idea that society must adopt new technologies as they become available
The principle that technology should never be used for military purposes
The belief that technology should be restricted to certain elite groups
Which of the following is an example of a "technological artifact"?
A scientific theory
A computer mouse
A mathematical equation
A chemical reaction
What is the term for the process through which scientific knowledge is applied to create new products and processes?
Technological determinism
Technological innovation
Scientific progress
Social construction
What does the term "social construction of technology" refer to?
The idea that technology is solely determined by scientific advancements
The process by which society shapes and is shaped by technology
The construction of physical infrastructure
The process of building social relationships through technology
Which perspective on technology suggests that technology shapes society's values and culture?
Technological determinism
Social construction of technology
Ethical relativism
Scientific realism
What is the primary goal of an STS course?
To promote the use of technology in all aspects of life
To study the history of scientific discoveries
To encourage critical thinking about the role of science and technology in society
To advocate for the advancement of scientific research
Which of the following is an example of a "wicked problem" in the context of STS?
Calculating the value of π (pi)
Finding a cure for a common cold
Addressing climate change
Designing a new smartphone
What is the "two-cultures thesis"?
The idea that there are two separate and distinct cultures of science and technology
The belief that science and technology should not be taught in the same educational institutions
The theory that technology is the primary driver of scientific progress
The concept that science and technology are the same thing
Which of the following is NOT a key component of STS education?
Analyzing the ethical implications of technology
Examining the history of ancient civilizations
Exploring the social and cultural impacts of science and technology
Developing critical thinking skills
