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- 1. Multiple Choice
In the past, many people stored computer data on compact discs. Eventually people began to use thumb drives with greater storage capacity. Which of these best describes this situation?
technology being used to develop the designed world
technology leading to a less useful means of storage
technology leading to the development of new technology
technology being used to create a new need or want
- 2. Multiple Choice
Which statement is the best example of society influencing technology? (a technology many people needed or wanted)
A. The invention of the radio helped pave the way for the invention of the television.
B. The invention of the telescope allowed people to discover new planets and stars far from Earth.
C. The invention of the automobile helped people who wanted to live farther from where they worked and shopped.
D. The invention of sign language helped people who could not hear or speak and had limited ways to communicate.
- 3. Multiple Choice
Many large cities in America ran out of space to build buildings. Because of this, very tall buildings were built. Which new technology came about because buildings kept getting taller?
A. the need for better street-paving materials
B. the need for technology to develop elevators
C. the need for new communications technology
D. the need for technology to develop better lighting
- 4. Multiple Choice
Which group of people would most likely be responsible for answering the question “How can we build a system to recycle glass more efficiently?”
A. scientists
B. engineers
C. politicians
D. community leaders
- 5. Multiple Choice
Which of these is an example of technology helping a scientist?
A. A scientist discusses a theory with different colleagues.
B. A scientist performs an experiment in a laboratory setting.
C. A scientist measures the mass of a chemical on a digital scale.
D. A scientist determines whether to investigate a volcanic eruption.
- 6. Multiple Choice
7.What does this image best represent?
A. the natural world
B. the designed world
C. the scientific world
D. the mechanical world
- 7. Multiple Choice
Check the box for all examples listed that show a particular technology leading to an entirely new technology.
the smart phone led to android apps
the telegraph led to the telephone
skyscrapers led to faster elevators
the desk top computer led to the laptop
the laptop led to the tablet
- 8. Multiple Choice
Both an umbrella and a hoverboard are examples of technology. Choose the answer that explains why they are both considered technology.
They both have moving parts
the both solve a real-world problem
they can be used together if it rains
they are not examples of technology
- 9. Multiple Choice
. Explain how these terms are connected to each other? Engineering, Science, math, and Technology.
technically engineering is a science if you do the math
all are subjects in high school
engineering uses math and science to create technology
technology engineered by scientists doesn't need math
- 10. Multiple Choice
The best definition of Engineering is
a way of building new and exciting things.
a process of using math and science to solve real-world problems.
the way to fix things that are broke.
the ablity to solve complex math problems.
- 11. Multiple Choice
The best definition of Technology is
all electronic devices whether the need a battery or not.
Tools we use every day.
a tool that solves all the world's problems.
a tool, a process, or a system that solves a real-world problem.
- 12. Multiple Choice
The depelopment of the flip phone---slider phone----smart phone is an example of
older technology leading to new technology.
Biomimicry.
changes based on environmental concerns.
technology limited because of nature or natural resources.
- 13. Multiple Choice
Snack food and food "on the Go' are the result of
politicians demanding it.
societies needs.
the needs of big business.
Limited natural resources.
- 14. Multiple Choice
Choose all of the ways the first refrigeration technology helped people.
food tasted better.
less people are getting stomach illnesses
food can be stored for longer periods of time
nutrition improved.
- 15. Multiple Choice
Which technologies were not the results of freezers being common in most houss.
ice cube trays
tv dinners
thermometers
chocolate milk
popsicles
- 16. Multiple Choice
Household waste and trash is a problem that is addressed by many groups of people. Which group of people would most likely be responsible for answering the question “How can we build a system to recycle glass more efficiently?”
A. scientists
B. engineers
C. politicians
D. community leaders
- 17. Multiple Choice
Which statement is the best example of society influencing technology?
A. The invention of the radio helped pave the way for the invention of the first television.
B. The invention of the telescope allowed scientists to discover new planets and stars far from Earth.
C. The invention of the automobile helped people in large cities who wanted to live farther from where they worked and shopped.
D. The invention of sign language helped handicapped people who could not hear or speak and had limited ways to communicate.
- 18. Multiple Choice
Which of these best describes the field of engineering?
A. It is a tool or process designed to solve a problem.
B. It is the use of science and math to solve problems.
C. It is an area of study that relates to space exploration.
D. It is an area of study that relates to nonliving materials.
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