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Quiz on Science, Technology, and Society

Total questions: 40

Worksheet time: 21mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What was a significant concern for people in ancient times regarding transportation?

a)

To go places and discover new horizons

b)

To develop advanced machinery

c)

To create trade agreements

d)

To find new sources of energy

2.

What was one of the major contributions of the Sumerians?

a)

The invention of the wheel

b)

The development of the first writing system

c)

The construction of the Great Wall

d)

The creation of papyrus

3.

Which civilization is known for the Hanging Gardens?

a)

Egyptian Civilization

b)

Babylonian Civilization

c)

Roman Civilization

d)

Greek Civilization

4.

What was the primary purpose of the water clock in ancient Egypt?

a)

To keep track of trade

b)

To control irrigation

c)

To signal the start of festivals

d)

To measure time

5.

Who invented the printing press during the Middle Ages?

a)

Zacharias Janssen

b)

Johannes Gutenberg

c)

Louis Pasteur

d)

Alexander Graham Bell

6.

What did the invention of the microscope allow people to do?

a)

Magnify objects invisible to the eye

b)

Measure time accurately

c)

Create chemical reactions

d)

Observe distant stars

7.

What was the main function of the first newspapers in the Roman Empire?

a)

To share personal stories

b)

To report on sports events

c)

To provide government announcements

d)

To entertain the public

8.

What was the primary challenge faced by early people regarding conservation?

a)

Establishing trade routes

b)

Finding new resources

c)

Survival against illnesses and diseases

d)

Building shelters

9.

Which invention was crucial for the Sumerians to cultivate larger parcels of land?

a)

The irrigation system

b)

The plow

c)

The sailboat

d)

The wheel

10.

What did the development of kerosene lead to in modern times?

a)

The establishment of the petroleum refinery industry

b)

The invention of the telephone

c)

The development of the printing press

d)

The creation of the calculator

11.

IT IS USE TO SOLVE PROBLEMS OR INVENT USEFUL TOOLS?

a)

INVENTION

b)

TECHNOLOGY

c)

SCIENCE

d)

SOCIETY

12.

Select the Symbol of "Google Classroom"

a)
b)
c)
d)
13.

It is the knowledge about or study of the natural world based on facts learned through experiments and observation?

a)

SOCIETY

b)

TECHNOLOGY

c)

SCIENCE

d)

HISTORY

14.

"ANTECEDENTS" means?

a)

AN EXPEDITION

b)

AN EXPERIMENTATION

c)

AN EXPLORATION

d)

AN EVENT

15.

Who built the rice terraces on the mountainsides in cold temperatures by hand?

(a)  

16.

What is scientific study of the mind and behavior?

a)

physiology

b)

pharmacology

c)

psychology

d)

psychiatry

17.

What theory suggest that the center of the Solar System was not the Earth but actually the sun?

(a)  

18.

On this theory Charles Darwin posited that populations pass through a process of natural selection in which only the fittest would survive.

a)

theory of psychoanalysis

b)

theory of evolution

c)

theory of extinction

d)

theory of natural selection

19.

Who proposed the revolutionary theory of psychoanalysis?

(a)  

20.

According to psychoanalysis theory, which component of our personality is the impulsive (and unconscious) part of our psyche which responds directly and immediately to basic urges, needs, and desires?

a)

superego

b)

ego

c)

id

d)

super id

21.

What period brought changes in people's perceptions and beliefs that caused advancements in science and technology?

a)

Intellectual Revolution

b)

Renaissance

c)

Information age

d)

Digital Revolution

22.

Who proposed the concept of heliocentrism?

(a)  

23.

Which of the following celestial bodies is the center of the solar system according to Claudius Ptolemy?

a)

Mercury

b)

Venus

c)

Earth

d)

Mars

24.

What is the title of Charles Darwin's book on the theory of evolution?

a)

The Voyage of the Beagle

b)

On the Origin of Species

c)

The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals

d)

Zoology of the Voyage of H.M.S. Beagle

25.

What are the Greek words that the term 'technology' originated from?

a)

mythos - legend, ethos - character

b)

techne - art, pathos - feeling

c)

logos - word, ethos - character

d)

techne - art, logos - word

26.

What are the potential risks and benefits of artificial intelligence?

a)

The potential risks include increased job opportunities, improved privacy, and ethical advancements, while the benefits include reduced efficiency, lack of innovation, and economic decline.

b)

The potential risks include job displacement, privacy concerns, and ethical implications, while the benefits include improved efficiency, innovation, and economic growth.

c)

The potential risks include job satisfaction, privacy protection, and ethical behavior, while the benefits include decreased efficiency, lack of innovation, and economic recession.

d)

The potential risks include job security, privacy enhancement, and ethical behavior, while the benefits include reduced efficiency, lack of innovation, and economic downturn.

27.

Discuss the relationship between science, technology, and culture.

a)

Science has no impact on technology or culture

b)

Technology is not influenced by science or culture

c)

Culture has no connection to science or technology

d)

Science, technology, and culture are interconnected and influence each other.

28.

How does social media influence modern society?

a)

Social media only influences the older generation in modern society

b)

Social media has no impact on modern society

c)

Social media influences modern society by shaping communication, information sharing, and influencing behavior.

d)

Social media only influences fashion trends in modern society

29.

Explain the role of science and technology in shaping society.

a)

Science and technology only benefit a small portion of society

b)

Science and technology drive innovation, improve quality of life, and influence cultural and social norms.

c)

Society is not influenced by scientific and technological advancements

d)

Science and technology have no impact on society

30.

What is the impact of technology on the environment?

a)

The impact of technology on the environment can be both positive and negative, depending on how it is used.

b)

Technology always has a positive impact on the environment

c)

Technology has no impact on the environment

d)

The impact of technology on the environment is always negative

31.

Which of the following is one of the major contributions of the American occupation in the Philippines?

a)

catholic religion

b)

public hospitals

c)

rice terraces

d)

intramuros

32.

FIND THE SYMBOL OF "GOOGLE DRIVE"

a)
b)
c)
d)
33.

it is one of the sophisticated products of engineering by pre- Spanish era for Filipinos?

a)

Chocolate Hills

b)

Banaue Rice Terraces

c)

Muslim Temple

d)

Maria Cristina Falls

34.

it is a group of individuals involved in persistent social interaction, or a large social group?

a)

SPANIARDS

b)

SOCIETY

c)

INVENTORS

d)

SCIENTIST

35.

SELECT THE SYMBOL OF "GOOGLE MEET"

a)
b)
c)
d)
36.

8. The following are TRUE about the History of Science in the Philippines, EXCEPT:

a)

Scientific and technological practices in the Philippines started during Spanish colonization.

b)

The Bureau of Science became the primary research center of the Philippines until World War II.

c)

Department of Science and Technology (DOST) was established during Pres. Corazon’s Regime.

d)

Advancement of science and technology became the priority during Marcos’ Regime as reflected in Article XV, Section 9 (1) of the Philippine Constitution.

37.

6. The following correctly describe science during the medieval era, EXCEPT:

a)

People used herbs and plants as medicine

b)

Scholastic activities were centered on religion

c)

Predominantly occupied by Greek scientific literature

d)

People believed in the Heliocentric Theory of N. Copernicus

38.

4. The following are the importance of knowing the historical antecedents of Science and Technology, EXCEPT:

a)

They help us to develop a deep appreciation for science.

b)

They boost a country’s economy by attracting many tourists.

c)

They provide a strong foundation of scientific culture and values.

d)

They serve as a blueprint for future technological advancements.

39.

2. How is Science and Technology related to Society?

a)

S &T address the needs of society.

b)

The development and progress of society are dependent on the advancement of S &T.

c)

S & T provides solutions to the problems of the society Society dictates the extent of the usefulness of S & T

d)

All of these

40.

1. Which of following statement is FALSE?

a)

Science is a way of learning about the natural world

b)

Technology can be solely defined through gadgets

c)

Science aims to provide solutions to people’s needs

d)

Technology is concerned more with the application of knowledge rather than the theory