Science, Technology and Society

NAME: _________________________________YR. & SEC.: _____________ SCORE: ________

I. MULTIPLE CHOICE: Direction: Write the letter of the correct answer.
1. It Is the systematic and unbiased study of the world, including everything that can be seen
or detected in nature, man and society, and the knowledge that grows out of such study.
A. Science B. Society C. Technology D. Philosophy
2. It is a systematic study of the methods and techniques employed in industry, research,
agriculture and commerce.
A. Science B. Society C. Technology D. Philosophy
3. It is the sum total of our interactions as humans, including the interactions that we engage
in to figure things out and to make things.
A. Science B. Society C. Technology D. Philosophy
4. The first writing system of the Sumerians is known as ___________?
A. Baybayin B. Cuneiform C. Hieroglyphics D. Hangul
5. Which civilization built the first known city in the world?
A. Babylonian B. Greek C. Egyptian D. Sumerian
6. The Sumerians invented the first wheel. How did they used the wheel?
A. for transportation B. for farming C. for processing food D. for entertainment
7. Babylonians are known as great builders, engineers and architect. What is one of the major
contribution of Babylonians that is also one of the seven wonders of the world?
A. Hanging Garden B. Tower of Babel C. Pyramid of Giza D. Ziggurat Temple
8. What writing system is believed by the Egyptian that was provided to them by Gods?
A. Baybayin B. Cuneiform C. Hieroglyphics D. Hangeul
9. What do Egyptians wear to protect their shaved heads from the harmful rays from the sun?
A. Cosmetics B. Ink C. Papyrus D. Wig
10. The most utilized gadgets today invented by the Greeks?
A. alarm clock B. newspaper C. telephone D. wheel
11. The first newspaper made before the invention of paper known as one of the major
contributions of Roman civilization.
A. Clepsydra B. Codex C. Gazettes D. Papyrus
12. It is the oldest civilization in Asia that still existing at present.
A. Babylonian B. Chinese C. Indian D. Egyptian
13. He invented the microscope that was used in discovering new means in preventing and
curing various illness.
A. J. Gutenberg B. Z. Janssen C. A. Graham Bell D. S. Kier
14. He invented a more reliable way of printing using a cast type and known as printing press.
A. J. Gutenberg B. Z. Janssen C. A. Graham Bell D. S. Kier
15. Pasteurization is the process of heating dairy products to kill harmful bacteria that allow
them to spoil faster. This was invented by who?
A. J. Gutenberg B. Z. Janssen C. L. Pasteur D. S. Kier

II. True or False: Direction: Write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE if the statement
is incorrect.
1. Science is as old as the world itself.
2. Scientific Revolution was also called as Period of Enlightenment.
3. Scientific Revolution is not significant in the development of human beings.
4. According to Copernicus, Earth is the center of the Universe.
5. Charles Darwin wrote the book of The Origin of Species.
6. Sigmund Freud is a famous figure in the field of Zoology.
7. Mayan Civilization lasted for 3000 years.
8. Tzolk’in is a Mayan calendar made up of eighteen months of twenty days each plus a
period of five days at the end of the year known as Wayeb'.
9. Chocolates was developed by Inca civilization.
10. Ancient India is also notable in the field of astronomy.
11. Mandatory education was one of the contributions of Aztec civilization.
12. The biggest continent in the world is India.
13. Acupuncture is a system of traditional medicine that originated in ancient India before 2500
BC.
14. Jabir ibn Hayyan was considered to be the “Father of Optics”.
 15. Roman civilization has contributed immensely and made significant advances in the fields
of astronomy, mathematics, and medicine.

III. Classification: Direction: Classify each statement about the development of science in three
different continents. Write MA if the development happened in Mesoamerica, AS if in Asia and
AF if in Africa.
1. Hindu – Arabic Numeral System.
2. Discoveries of compass, papermaking, printing tools and gun powder.
3. The use of antispasmodic medication that could prevent muscle spasms.
4. Irrigation system and technique for storing water for crops to grow in all types of land.
5. Mandatory education for all of their children.
6. Significant records on supernovas, lunar and solar eclipses.
7. Canoe, a light narrow boat used for traveling in water systems.
8. Introduction of decimal point notation.
9. The use of first suspension bridge.
10. The importance of imaginary lines like Latitudes and Longitudes.
11. The introduction of Clinical Pharmacology.
12. Quipu, a system of knotted ropes to keep records that only experts can interpret.
13. They are known for manufacturing iron and metallurgical works.
14. Lebombo Bone, a tool for multiplication, division and simple mathematical calculations.
15. They have advance mathematical learning such as algebra, geometry and trigonometry.

IV. Deciphering Acronyms: Direction: Write the meaning of each acronyms

1. DOST
2. ASEAN
3. ODA
4. STEM
5. ESEP
6. UN
7. CHED
8. UNESCO
9. NCRP
10. BCE
11.SSES
12. PSHSS
13. DLP
14. MSAT
15. DepEd
V. Identification: Direction. Identify the Filipino personalities in their contribution and/or field of
specialization that they are renowned. Choose your answer from the box below.
1. An internationally renowned physicist
2. Famous scientist in marine science
3. Chemist and president of NAST Philippines
4. Created the artificial coral reefs that help a lot to the Philippines’ aquatic ecosystem.
5. Known for his research in the field of communications technology.
6. Known internationally in the field of electrical engineering, Control Theorist
7. An outstanding educator and graph theorist.
8. Known for doing research on plant biotechnology.
9. Known for his research on herbal medicine, Lagundi (Vitex negundo)
10. Known for his research on tilapia culture.
11. Notable for her research on sea snail venom.
Ramon Cabanos Barba Josefino Cacas Comiso
12. Known for inventing the meconium drugs testing.
Enrique Mapua Ostrea Jr. Lourdes Jansuy Cruz
13. Known for his works on observing the Antarctica’s characteristics by using satellite images.
Fabian Millar Dayrit Rafael Dineros Guerrero III
14. Known for his outstanding research on tissue culture in Philippine mangoes.
Lilian Formalejo Patena Jose Bejar Cruz Jr.
15. Invented the bamboo incubator.
Mari-Jo Panganiban Ruiz Gregory Ligot Tangonan
Cesar A. Salona Edgardo Gomez
William Padolina Angel Alcala
Fe del Mundo
VI. Making Statements: Direction: Read each question and answer it thoroughly with substantial
explanation. (5pts. each)

1. What is the importance of studying Science, Technology and Society, as part of the new
General Education Curriculum?
2. Among many Filipino Scientist, who among them has the greatest contributions to our country
and why?
3. How do Philippine Science Education contribute on the improvement of science and
technology in the country?
4. How should each member of the society response to the fast-changing technology and new
development in the field of science?
5. As a Filipino citizen, what should you do to help improve our society in term of science and
technology?