CM 1: Historical Development of STS

1. Which ancient civilization is believed to have invented the wheel?

a) Egyptians
b) Sumerians
c) Greeks
d) Romans

2. What material did the ancient Egyptians use for writing?

a) Paper
b) Papyrus
c) Clay tablets
d) Animal hides

3. The shadoof was an early tool used by which ancient civilization?

a) Greeks
b) Egyptians
c) Romans
d) Persians

4. Who is credited for the demonstration of the aeolipile, considered an ancient precursor of the
steam engine?
a) Hero of Alexandria
b) King Menes
c) Vitruvius
d) Aristotle

5. During which period did major advances in scientific and technological development take
place?
a) Ancient period
b) Renaissance
c) Industrial Revolution
d) Middle Ages

6. What invention allowed the cultivation of clay soil during the Middle Ages?
a) Heavy plough
b) Gunpowder
c) Mechanical clock
d) Paper money

7. Gunpowder was accidentally invented by Chinese alchemists while attempting to create:

a) The elixir of life
b) Paper money
c) Mechanical clocks
d) Heavy ploughs

8. When did the first known versions of paper money originate?

a) Ancient period
b) Middle Ages
c) Renaissance
d) 17th century AD

9. Which ancient mechanism was used to predict astronomical positions and eclipses?
a) Heavy plough
b) Gunpowder
c) Aeolipile
d) Antikythera mechanism

10. Which ancient civilization used block printing and had an offshoot invention of paper money?
 a) Egyptians
b) Greeks
c) Romans
d) Chinese

11. Which ancient civilization is associated with the invention of the mechanical clock?
a) Egyptians
b) Greeks
c) Romans
d) Chinese

12. The Aeolipile was primarily considered as a:

a) Steam engine
b) Irrigation tool
c) Weapon
d) Communication device

13. Which period saw the emergence of scientific thinking and method?
a) Ancient period
b) Middle Ages
c) Renaissance
d) Industrial Revolution

14. What material did ancient Egyptians use for documentation and record-keeping?
a) Papyrus
b) Paper
c) Clay tablets
d) Animal hides

15. The heavy plough made it possible to cultivate which type of soil during the Middle Ages?
a) Sandy soil
b) Loamy soil
c) Clay soil
d) Chalky soil

16. Who is credited with the invention of the compound microscope?

a) Galileo Galilei
b) John Logie Baird
c) Zacharias Jansen
d) Fe del Mundo

17. Which invention by Galileo Galilei drastically changed the study of astronomy?
a) Television
b) Electronic Jeepney
c) Compound microscope
d) Telescope

18. Who is credited with the invention of the modern television?

a) Zacharias Jansen
b) John Logie Baird
c) Galileo Galilei
d) Abelardo Aguilar

19. Which Filipino scientist is credited with the invention of erythromycin?

a) Fe del Mundo
b) Rolando dela Cruz
c) Zacharias Jansen
d) Abelardo Aguilar
20. Which intellectual revolution introduced the heliocentric theory of the universe?
a) Copernican revolution
b) Darwinian Revolution
c) Freudian Revolution
d) None of the above

Answers:
1. b
2. b
3. b
4. a
5. d
6. a
7. a
8. d
9. d
10. d
11. d
12. a
13. b
14. a
15. c
16. c
17. d
18. b
19. d
20. a
CM 2: Science Technology and Nation Building

1. Which engineering feat was achieved by the natives of the Cordilleras in the pre-colonial
period?
a) Construction of bridges
b) Building of forts
c) Creation of rice terraces
d) Development of irrigation systems

2. What were some of the large infrastructures built during the colonial period by the Spaniards
in the Philippines?
a) Rice terraces
b) Government buildings
c) College and universities
d) Bureau of Science

3. Which aspect of life in the Philippines did the American occupation modernize?
a) Agriculture
b) Food processing
c) Industrial technology
d) Medicine and pharmacy

4. How did they define science in the given context?

a) The study of medicine and pharmacy
b) The systematic understanding and explanation of new knowledge
c) The development of large infrastructures
d) The cultivation of crops in terraced fields

5. What was the primary reason for colonization by the Spaniards in the Philippines?
a) Development of agriculture
b) Establishment of religious institutions
c) Extraction of raw materials for international trade
d) Introduction of formal education

6. How does Heidegger characterize modern technology?

a) Harmonious bringing forth
b) Obedient and submissive
c) Challenging and aggressive
d) Controlled and predictable

7. What does modern technology demand from nature?

a) Preservation and conservation
b) Collaboration and cooperation
c) Forceful extraction of resources
d) Symbiotic relationship

8. Which example does the text provide for modern technology challenging forth and setting
upon land?
a) Agricultural practices
b) Communications and transportation
c) Mining and resource extraction
d) Renewable energy generation

9. According to Heidegger, what is the essence of technology?

a) Instrumentality and function
b) Significance and unfolding
c) Mechanization and digitization
d) Enframing and control
10. What does Heidegger propose as a way out of enframing in modern technology?
a) Obedience and submission
b) Calculative thinking
c) Meditative thinking
d) Art and poetry

11. How does Heidegger define "piety" in the context of thought?

a) Religious devotion
b) Obedience and submission
c) Reflective questioning
d) Eureka moments

12. What is the distinguishing feature between calculative thinking and meditative thinking?
a) Control and predictability
b) Obedience and submission
c) Linear observation and poetry
d) Nature and technology

13. According to Heidegger, why is art considered a way out of enframing?

a) It provides security and stability
b) It reveals the poetic nature of reality
c) It enhances calculative thinking
d) It promotes control and order

14. What does Heidegger mean by the phrase "human person swallowed by technology"?
a) Overdependence on technology
b) Adaptation to technological advancements
c) Integration of technology into daily life
d) Embracing the essence of technology

15. How does Heidegger view the essence of technology in relation to the human person?
a) Technological instrumentality
b) Submissive obedience
c) Freedom and autonomy
d) Non-technological essence

16. According to Heidegger, why do people tend to prefer calculative thinking over meditative
thinking?
a) Fear of unpredictability
b) Desire for poetic revelation
c) Aesthetic enjoyment of art
d) Pursuit of harmony with nature

17. How does Heidegger interpret Aristotle's conception of the four causes?
a) Mechanical and predictable
b) Poetic and indebtedness
c) Cause and effect relationship
d) Essence and unfolding

18. What is the significance of questioning technology according to Heidegger?

a) Building a way to understand technology
b) Rejecting technology altogether
c) Promoting calculative thinking
d) Embracing the mechanical sense of technology

19. How does enframing affect the poetic character of technology?

a) Completely snuffs it out
b) Amplifies its significance
c) Restricts its expression
 d) Preserves its essence

20. How does the poet Holderlin's quote relate to Heidegger's views on technology?
a) Emphasizes the crisis caused by technology
b) Highlights the beauty of nature and art
c) Reflects the obedience and submission to technology

Answers:
1. c
2. b
3. c
4. b
5. c
6. c
7. c
8. c
9. b
10. d
11. b
12. c
13. b
14. a
15. d
16. a
17. b
18. a
19. c
20. b
CM 3: Human Flourishing and Good Life

1. According to the text, how does technology change society?

a. By modifying customs and social institutions.
b. By altering the climate and natural environment.
c. By creating new languages and dialects.
d. By establishing religious beliefs and practices.

2. Which industry was greatly influenced by the invention of the automobile?

a. Steel industry.
b. Textile industry.
c. Food industry.
d. Electronics industry.

3. What are the two major forms of the relationship between society and technology mentioned
in the text?
a. Progressive and cyclical.
b. Agricultural and industrial.
c. Historical and futuristic.
d. Ancient and modern.

4. What is the concept of the "good life" based on moral approval?

a. Virtue and values.
b. Pleasure and indulgence.
c. Economic prosperity.
d. Technological advancements.

5. Which philosopher emphasized being a virtuous person as the key to the good life?
a. Socrates.
b. Plato.
c. Aristotle.
d. Epicurus.

6. What is the view that pleasure is what makes life worth living called?
a. Virtue ethics.
b. Moral absolutism.
c. Hedonism.
d. Utilitarianism.

7. According to Aristotle, what objective conditions should be satisfied to live well?

a. Wealth and power.
b. Subjective experiences.
c. Friendship and good luck.
d. Health, prosperity, and virtue.

8. What is the main source of meaning in life for many people?

a. Pursuing a specific kind of work.
b. Having children and grandchildren.
c. Achieving financial success.
d. Engaging in religious practices.

9. Why is an objectivist notion of living well advantageous?

a. It focuses on subjective experiences.
b. It ensures a high level of happiness.
c. It is based on individual preferences.
d. It considers both enviable and admirable qualities.

10. What can be said about Jimmy Saville's life based on the text?
a. He lived the good life according to subjectivist notions.
 b. He was admired for his contributions to society.
c. He failed to check all the boxes of living well.
d. He experienced a meaningful and fulfilled life.

11. According to the text, how does technology affect societal languages?
a. It leads to the development of new dialects.
b. It influences the vocabulary and terminology used.
c. It has no impact on language and communication.
d. It creates language barriers and divisions.

12. What is the relationship between human societies and technology?

a. They are completely independent of each other.
b. They have a symbiotic and inseparable connection.
c. They are in constant conflict and opposition.
d. They influence each other minimally.

13. How do agricultural societies perceive social evolution?

a. As a result of technological advancements.
b. As a cyclic process based on the seasons.
c. As a progressive movement towards globalization.
d. As a revolutionary transformation driven by industrialization.

14. What is the main difference between agricultural and progressive societies?
a. Agricultural societies rely on technology, while progressive societies do not.
b. Agricultural societies have diverse economies, while progressive societies focus on
agriculture.
c. Agricultural societies are based on seasonal cycles, while progressive societies are driven
by industrial advancements.
d. Agricultural societies value tradition, while progressive societies embrace innovation.

15. What is the role of necessity in the creation of technology?

a. It is the sole driving force behind technological advancements.
b. It has no impact on the development of technology.
c. It influences the culture and behaviors of a society.
d. It determines the economic structures of civilizations.

16. How does technology impact societal behavior and operations?

a. It has no effect on societal behavior.
b. It may create new problems and challenges.
c. It only leads to positive changes and improvements.
d. It alters human adaptive mechanisms.

17. What is one potential effect of technological developments on human evolution?

a. It accelerates the pace of biological evolution.
b. It has no impact on human adaptive mechanisms.
c. It slows down the progress of human evolution.
d. It alters human behavior and adaptive mechanisms.

18. What is the connection between technology and societal efficiency?

a. Technology hinders societal efficiency.
b. Technology is unrelated to societal efficiency.
c. Technology enhances societal efficiency.
d. Technology creates societal inefficiencies.

19. How do human societies shape technology?

a. Human societies have no influence on technology.
b. Technology is solely determined by scientific research.
c. Human societies reflect their needs and culture in technology.
d. Technology is driven by economic factors.
20. What is the purpose of technological innovations according to the text?
a. To create new problems and challenges for society.
b. To improve the quality of life and meet societal needs.
c. To disrupt and dismantle existing social institutions.
d. To eliminate the need for human adaptation.

Answers:
1. a
2. a
3. a
4. a
5. a
6. c
7. d
8. b
9. d
10. c
11. b
12. b
13. b
14. c
15. c
16. b
17. d
18. c
19. c
20. b
CM 4: Technology and Humanity Cross
1. What is the ultimate core value of human existence?
a. Progress
b. Equality
c. Human dignity
d. Rationality

2. According to the text, what kind of society allows individuals to become more human?
a. A just and progressive society
b. A technologically advanced society
c. A society with equal treatment for all
d. A society focused on scientific advancements

3. Which article of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights emphasizes equal treatment and
protection under the law?
a. Article 1
b. Article 3
c. Article 5
d. Article 7

4. What potential ethical problems does the rise of machines and artificial intelligence pose?
a. Exploitation of robots by humans
b. Machines committing mistakes
c. Replacement of humans with machines
d. All of the above

5. What effect does technology have on the BPO industry?

a. It enhances job opportunities
b. It creates more efficient processes
c. It leads to the adoption of artificial intelligence
d. It threatens job security

6. What danger does the author see in the increasing reliance on the internet and search
engines?
a. Humans becoming more like machines
b. Loss of access to information
c. Decreased convenience and efficiency
d. Over reliance on human intelligence

7. How does mathematics free itself from its practical origins?

a. By focusing on abstract relationships
b. By solving concrete problems
c. By utilizing physical objects and processes
d. By becoming more relevant to daily life

8. According to G. Hardy, why should mathematics be pursued?

a. For its utility in practical applications
b. For its connection to physical objects
c. For its artistic and aesthetic value
d. For its role in technological advancements

9. What paradox does the author highlight regarding mathematics and its usefulness in
science?
a. Mathematics is not useful in science.
b. Mathematics is only useful in specific fields.
c. Mathematics is unreasonably effective in science.
d. Mathematics has limited applications in science.

10. What is Category theory concerned with?

 a. Abstract relationships in mathematics
b. Specific fields of mathematics
c. The relationships between different fields of mathematics
d. The application of mathematics in science

11. What is the significance of the printing press in the transmission of ideas?
a. It allowed for the sharing of ideas on a global scale.
b. It revolutionized the concept of knowledge preservation.
c. It led to the development of scientific advancements.
d. It eliminated the need for hand copying of texts.

12. How did the development of the printing press impact the understanding of nature?
a. It anchored the view of nature in scholarly works.
b. It limited the transmission of scientific ideas.
c. It hindered the progress of technological advancements.
d. It led to the decline of scholarly communication

13. What role does imagination play in the process of scientific discovery?
a. It is irrelevant to scientific discovery.
b. It is essential for formulating hypotheses and theories.
c. It hinders the progress of scientific research.
d. It is only useful in the arts and humanities.

14. According to the text, why is the concept of "knowing thyself" important?
a. It helps individuals understand their own limitations.
b. It leads to self-centeredness and egotism.
c. It encourages conformity to societal norms.
d. It promotes a sense of superiority over others.

15. How does the author characterize the relationship between art and science?
a. They are fundamentally incompatible and unrelated.
b. They both rely on creativity and imagination.
c. Art is superior to science in terms of cultural value.
d. Science is the only valid form of human expression.

16. What does the author suggest is the commonality between art and science?
a. They both provide practical solutions to human problems.
b. They both aim to discover objective truths about the world.
c. They both rely on empirical evidence and experimentation.
d. They both involve creativity and the exploration of ideas.

17. How does the author define the term "impossibility" in relation to mathematics?
a. It refers to mathematical concepts that cannot be proven.
b. It refers to mathematical problems that are unsolvable.
c. It refers to mathematical ideas that contradict reality.
d. It refers to mathematical equations that lead to contradictions.

18. According to the text, why is it important to study history?

a. It allows us to understand and learn from past mistakes.
b. It provides a blueprint for predicting future events.
c. It serves as a source of entertainment and nostalgia.
d. It helps us escape from the complexities of the present.

19. What is the main point of the author's argument about the relationship between humans and
machines?
a. Humans are becoming obsolete in the face of advancing technology.
b. Machines will eventually surpass human intelligence.
c. Humans and machines have complementary strengths and weaknesses.
d. Machines are a threat to the survival of the human species.
20. What is the author's overall perspective on the impact of technology on human existence?
a. Technology has mostly negative consequences for humanity.
b. Technology is neutral and its impact depends on how it is used.
c. Technology is the key to achieving human progress and fulfillment.
d. Technology should be completely rejected in favor of a simpler lifestyle.

Answers:
1. c
2. b
3. d
4. a
5. c
6. b
7. d
8. c
9. a
10. b
11. c
12. d
13. b
14. a
15. b
16. d
17. b
18. a
19. c
20. b