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- 1. Multiple ChoiceThe Renaissance, which translates to "rebirth", represents a significant period of human history that resulted in major advancements ofIndustry and manufacturingnatural sciencesmedical practices and proceduresagriculture and irrigation
- 2. Multiple ChoiceThe compass, telescope, and calculator are all products of the:RenaissanceMiddle ageInformation ageIron age
- 3. Multiple ChoiceWhat time period falls in between the bronze age and the middle ages?Iron ageRenaissanceInformation ageIndustrial Revolution
- 4. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following Technological devices was a catalyst for additional scientific discoveries?MicroscopeGaming SystemAutomobileMicrowave Oven
- 5. Multiple ChoiceThe period of human history that dramatically influenced the advancement of science through the development of instruments for measuring was the:RenaissanceNeometricsIndustrial RevolutionInformation Age
- 6. Multiple ChoiceThe representative artifacts (e.g. Barometer, clocks, etc) for the Renaissance period appear more detailed and are constructed with more precision, than in previous periods. This suggests that there may have been improvements in:Methods of measuringComputer-integrated manufacturingHuman creativityPublic education
- 7. Multiple ChoiceIntegrated circuits, microprocessors, fiber optics, and computer networks have exploded in use in the last few decades. What is the name of the age that in which these advancements where made?Industrial AgeInformation AgeData AgeDigital Age
- 8. Multiple ChoiceThe printing press, magnetic compass, paper money, and the water wheel were invented during the:Middle AgesIron AgeBronze AgeRenaissance
- 9. Multiple ChoiceThe development and widespread use of agricultural technology led to significant improvements in:Personal HygieneHuman longevity and healthEngineeringScientific discovery
- 10. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following fields is critical to competitive economic growth in the 21st century, and is a mainstay of our present technological age.transportation technologiesinformation and communication technologiesconstruction technologiesmanufacturing technologies
- 11. Multiple ChoiceA technologically literate person should have a good understanding of the history of technology because:it allows one to understand how old and obsolete technologies are now valuable in today's societygreater understanding of technology history will increase your knowledge for other history classes.it helps one to better understand the scientific method.it allows one to understand how technology evolves and builds through invention and innovation.
- 12. Multiple ChoiceIn the Information age, significant advancements in the areas of communication have come about. Which of the following inventions is NOT a product of the information age?ComputerTelevisionCell Phonemp3 player
- 13. Multiple ChoiceIn order to better understand the world and technology around them, with regards to invention and innovation, people need to understand:the history of technology.the future of the country.current political bills and laws.the history of civilizations.
- 14. Multiple ChoiceDuring the Renaissance period, the technological development of items such as telescopes, microscopes, and thermometers greatly influenced progress in:ScienceManufacturingConstructionElectricity
- 15. Multiple ChoiceThe invention of the transistor and microprocessor launched the:Information ageIndustrial revolutionRenaissanceGlobal importing and exporting of goods
- 16. Multiple ChoiceThe alphabet and coins came into general use during what time period?Iron ageMiddle agesStone ageInformation age
- 17. Multiple ChoiceStudying the historical developments of technology helps citizens:vote for public funding for new science and technology initiatives.rely on the expertise of others to make technological decisions.appreciate how innovation is an essential component of history.select the best solution to a problem.
- 18. Multiple ChoiceThe use and production of stone tools occurred in which period of human history?PaleolithicRenaissanceInformationNeolithic
- 19. Multiple ChoiceWhat area tends to have a more direct effect on society because of its ability to both solve and create new problems?ScienceTechnologyMathematicsSocial Studies
- 20. Multiple ChoiceIn 1996 the first cloned mammal, Dolly, was born. This advancement sparked a debate about the right and wrong use of cloning technology. This is an example of what type of concern?engineeringethicaleconomicenviromental
- 21. Multiple ChoiceWho primarily determines the value of a technology over time?Marketing and advertising departmentUser and societyManufacturer and builderEngineer and designer
- 22. Multiple ChoiceAdvancement in mathematics and science usually results in advancements in:technology.technologydigital media.social studies.performing arts.
- 23. Multiple ChoiceThe printing press, developed by Johann Gutenberg in 1445, made books less costly and available to more people. This is an example of how technology :hinders societybenefits societyimpedes societymotivates society
- 24. Multiple ChoiceThomas Edison's invention of the light bulb has affected every person's day to day life. This is a example of how technology has affected:societythe economypoliticsThe environment
- 25. Multiple ChoiceUsing a tennis racket to swat flies is an example of:Technology transferAn inventionTrade-offA discovery
- 26. Multiple ChoiceA lawn equipment manufacturer has recently added a new product to their line of outdoor power equipment. As a result the manufacturer is adding 75 new jobs to its local production facility. The new job openings are an example of how technology has affected:The environmentPoliticsCultureThe economy
- 27. Multiple ChoiceWhat resources are shared within a technological environment or across other fields often resulting in innovation?money, knowledge, or marketingcreativity, money or skillsbusiness, marketing, or ideasideas, knowledge, or skills
- 28. Multiple ChoiceA new major highway is being planned to connect two small towns. Many of the towns people want the highway but have major concerns, as it would pass directly through a historical area. The towns people concerns are an example of how technology has affected:The economyCulturePoliticsThe environment
- 29. Multiple ChoiceCoal ash from a coal fired power plant has leaked into a nearby water system. The govenor and the legislature are crafting a new law that would provide cleaning of the water and proper disposal of the ash. The new law is an example of how technology has affected:The environmentPoliticsCultureThe economy
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