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4. Not following instructions means a deduction of points.

I. Test I. Multiple Choice. Choose the one alternative that best completes the statement or
answers the questions. Write your correct letter on the space provided in a CAPSLOCK manner.
AVOID ERASURE.

1. What is included in the concept of science as an idea?

A. Only physical observations
B. Only theoretical explanations
C. Ideas, theories, and all systematic explanations and observations
D. Personal beliefs and opinions 1. _________

2. Why science is considered an intellectual activity?

A. It involves systematic observation and experimentation
B. It requires memorization of facts
C. It is only practiced by intellectuals
D. It is a theoretical discipline 2. _________

3. What does "science as a body of knowledge" refer to?

A. A collection of personal beliefs
B. A subject or discipline dealing with the natural and physical world
C. The application of science in daily life
D. A set of unproven theories 3. _________

4. How is science interwoven with people's lives?

A. By being part of school curriculums
B. By being a topic of debate
C. By being discussed in media
D. Through the personal and social activities that improve life and survival 4. _________

5. Why did humans embark on scientific activities?

A. To control nature
B. To create complex machines
C. To understand and find meaning in the natural and physical world
D. To invent new languages 5. _________

6. What role did philosophy play in early scientific activities?

A. It provided entertainment
B. It offered alternative explanations to natural phenomena
C. It was used to disprove science
D. It replaced religion 6. _________
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ow did religion contribute to early science?
A. By supporting all scientific ideas
B. By rationalizing the origins of life and lifeless forms
C. By preventing scientific studies
D. By ignoring natural phenomena 7. _________

8. Why did the scientific revolution begin in Europe?

A. Due to the invention of the printing machine and blooming intellectual activities
B. Because Europe had the most natural resources
C. Because other regions lacked interest in science
D. Due to the support from all religious leaders 8. _________

9. What is a common misconception about the origins of science?

A. That science is a universal concept
B. That science is only about observation
C. That science started in Europe
D. That science is a foreign idea transported to Europe 9. _________

10. What impact did the scientific revolution have on society’s view of nature?
A. It transformed society’s views on nature
B. It confirmed ancient beliefs
C. It was largely ignored
D. It led to the rejection of all religious ideas 10. ________

11. How did the scientific revolution affect people's beliefs?

A. It strengthened traditional beliefs
B. It had no effect on personal beliefs
C. It encouraged people to rethink and reexamine their beliefs
D. It led to the end of philosophical thought 11. ________

12. Why was the scientific revolution considered a "golden age" for science?
A. All scientists were wealthy
B. Many scientific discoveries were made, despite challenges
C. Religion supported all scientific endeavors
D. Scientific activity stopped wars 12. ________

13. What challenges did scientists face during the scientific revolution?
A. Lack of interest from society
B. Lack of funding
C. No access to education
D. Opposition and condemnation from religious institutions 13. ________

14. How did the scientific revolution contribute to modern science?

A. By rejecting all past knowledge
B. By laying the foundation for new research fields and improving scientific investigations
C. By focusing solely on astrology
D. By maintaining ancient methods 14. ________

15. Why is the scientific revolution significant in human development?

A. It stopped all wars
B. It led to economic collapse
C. It transformed society and the world of ideas
D. It had no impact 15. ________

16. What drives scientists in their exploration of the natural and physical world?
A. Desire for wealth
B. Curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity
C. Political power
D. Public recognition 16. ________

17. How are scientists typically viewed during their own time?
A. Always celebrated
B. Highly paid and honored
C. Often unappreciated and sometimes condemned
D. Ignored by society 17. ________
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18. Why do scientists continue their work despite challenges?

A. Due to their deep passion to know and discover
B. For fame and recognition
C. For financial rewards
D. Because they are forced to 18. ________

19. What role did rulers and religious leaders play during the scientific revolution?
A. They often did not accept early scientific works
B. They fully supported scientific discoveries
C. They were indifferent to science
D. They funded all scientific research 19. ________

20. How did the invention of the printing machine contribute to the scientific revolution?
A. It made books obsolete
B. It allowed for the widespread dissemination of new ideas
C. It slowed down intellectual progress
D. It was irrelevant to science 20. ________

21. Why did some scientists face painful deaths or condemnation?

A. Due to their political affiliations
B. Due to lack of knowledge
C. Because they were criminals
D. Because their ideas challenged the religious and theological views of the time 21. ________

22. How did Copernicus’s model of the universe challenge the prevailing views of his time?
A. By suggesting that the Earth was flat and the center of the universe.
B. By proposing that the Sun was the center of the universe and the Earth orbited around it.
C. By stating that stars could be placed in fixed positions like crystals.
D. By providing that the Earth was closer to the Sun than any other planet. 22. ________

23. Why did Darwin's theory of evolution face opposition?

A. By supporting the idea that all species were created in their current form.
B. By suggesting that species do not change over time.
C. By scientifically challenging the religious belief that humans held a special, privileged position
D. By providing that the Earth is flat and the center of the universe. 23. ________

24. Why is Freud's method of psychoanalysis significant in the field of psychology?

A. It focuses exclusively on medical treatments for neurological conditions.
B. It provides a scientific approach to understanding the human mind and neurotic illnesses.
C. It dismisses the importance of human sexuality in psychological studies.
D. It strictly follows traditional methods of psychological research. 24. ________

25. Why were Mayan temples significant in their religious practices?

A. They served as astronomical observation sites.
B. They were used solely for religious rituals.
C. They were only used during the summer solstice.
D. They were built to celebrate the Mayan gods' birthdays. 25. ________

26. How did the Mayans use their knowledge of astronomy in agriculture?
A. By inventing new farming tools.
B. By using astrological cycles to predict crop yields.
C. By using astrological cycles in planting and harvesting.
D. By relying on astrology for weather predictions. 26. ________

27. What technological advancements did the Mayans develop for their cities?
A. Solar-powered machinery.
B. Hydraulic systems with sophisticated waterways.
C. Electric lighting systems.
D. Advanced metalworking techniques. 27. ________

28. Which mathematical concept did the Mayans independently develop before the Romans?
A. The decimal system.
B. The concept of infinity.
 C. The concept of zero and positional value.
D. The use of fractions. 28. _______
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hat was the significance of the Mayan calendar systems?
A. They were used solely for religious rituals.
B. They helped in planning daily activities and religious celebrations.
C. They were based on the Roman calendar.
D. They were only used for predicting eclipses. 29. ________

30. What was the primary purpose of the Inca's quipu system?
A. To measure distances.
B. To create artistic patterns.
C. To perform religious ceremonies.
D. To keep records that only experts could interpret. 30. ________

31. How did the Incas manage to grow crops in various types of land?
A. By using advanced metal plows.
B. By developing an irrigation system and water storage techniques.
C. By importing fertile soil from other regions.
D. By rotating their crops every season. 31. ________

32. Which of the following was an important achievement of the Inca civilization in architecture?
A. The construction of pyramids.
B. The invention of concrete.
C. Stone buildings that could withstand earthquakes.
D. The use of iron tools. 32. ________

33. What was the purpose of the Aztec chinampa system?

A. To create a method for irrigation.
B. To divide land into rectangular areas surrounded by canals for farming.
C. To transport goods across rivers.
D. To build temples on water. 33. ________

34. Which Aztec invention was specifically designed for water transportation?
A. Canoe
B. Chinampa
C. Aztec calendar
D. Antispasmodic medication 34. ________

35. What was a key feature of the Aztec education system?

A. It was optional based on social class.
B. It was mandatory for all children regardless of their social class, gender, or age.
C. It focused solely on religious studies.
D. It was only available to the wealthy elite. 35. ________

36. What continent is considered the biggest in the world?

A. Africa
B. Asia
C. Europe
D. South America 36. ________

37. Which of the following civilizations is noted for significant contributions to science, technology,
and mathematics?
A. Greece, Rome, and Egypt
B. Europe, Russia, and North America
C. Africa, Australia, and South America
D. China, India, and the Middle East 37. ________

38. What type of iron product from India was highly regarded in the Roman Empire?
A. Iron armor
B. Iron sculptures
C. Iron steel
D. Iron bridges 38. ________
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What field was Ancient India notable for besides medicine and metallurgy?
A. Biology
B. Astronomy
C. Chemistry
D. Physics 39. ________

40. What important concept did Brahmagupta introduce in 628 AD?

A. The theory of relativity
B. The concept of infinity
C. The use of zero as both a placeholder and a decimal digit
D. The Pythagorean theorem 40. ________

41. Which of the following tools or inventions developed by the Chinese civilization was first known
to the West only by the end of the Middle Ages?
A. Iron plough C. Propeller
B. Papermaking D. Wheelbarrow 41. ________

42. The practice of acupuncture is an example of the Chinese civilization's contributions to which
field?
A. Astronomy C. Mathematics
B. Medicine D. Seismology 42. ________

43. Which of the following Chinese contributions is associated with preparing for natural calamities?
A. The invention of the compass
B. The development of the lunar calendar
C. The design of bridges
D. The creation of the first seismological detector 43. ________

44. Which neighboring countries were influenced by Chinese civilization?

A. Japan, Vietnam, Korea, Philippines
B. Thailand, Cambodia, Myanmar, India
C. Korea, Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia
D. Vietnam, Laos, Brunei, Singapore 44. ________

45. What does Needham suggest as a reason why Chinese achievements did not develop into
modern science?
A. Lack of resources
B. Religious and philosophical framework
C. Political instability
D. Isolation from the West 45. ________

46. What numerical system, originally from India, was refined by Muslim mathematicians?
A. Roman Numerical System C. Arabic Numerical System
B. Greek Numerical System D. Babylonia Numerical System 46. ________

47. What ancient Egyptian structure is an example of their advanced civilization in architecture?
A. The Great Wall C. The Egyptian pyramids
B. The Ziggurat D. The Colosseum 47. ________

48. What types of calendars did ancient Africans use?

A. Lunar, Solar, and Stellar C. Lunar, Tidal, and Stellar
B. Solar, Stellar, and Seasonal D. Stellar, Tidal, and Seasonal 48. ________

49. What was the main purpose of the metal tools invented by early Africans?
A. For religious ceremonies
B. For use in agriculture, homes, and building architecture
C. For trade with neighboring regions
D. For creating jewelry and decorative items 49. ________

50. What were the basic mathematical operations known to ancient Egyptians?
A. Addition and subtraction C. Multiplication and division only
 B. Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division D. Algebra and Calculus 50. ________
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Test II. Identification. Directions: Identify the scientist who contributed to each invention.

Invention Your Answer

1. Ancient system of traditional medicine originated in India Ayurveda
2. Ancient text from India describes surgical and medicinal procedures Susruta Samhita
3. Introduced trigonometric functions and algebraic algorithms in his
Aryabhata
work Aryabhatiya?
4. Founder of mathematical analysis in India Madhava of Sangamagrama
5. Mayan culture use this as a form of currency Chocolate
6. Father of Optics Ibn al- Haytham
Muhammad ibn Musa al-
7. Gave his name to the concept of the algorithm
Khwarizmi
8. Father of Chemistry Jabir ibn Hayyan
9. Pioneering the science of experimental medicine and conducting
Ibn Sina
clinical trials
10. Oldest known mathematical artifact in Africa Lebombo Bone
11. Center of alchemy Egypt
12. Tissue culture in Philippine mangoes Ramon Barba
13. His research on tilapia culture Rafael Guerrero
14. Invented the meconium drug testing Enrique Ostrea
15. Research on plant biotechnology Lilian Patena
16. Observing the Antartica using satellite images. Josefino Comiso
17. Known internationally in the field of electrical engineering. Jose Cruz
18. Sea snail venom Lourdes Cruz
19. His research on herbal medicine Fabian Dayrit
20. Outstanding educator and graph theorist Mari-Jo Ruiz

Test III: Essay.

Directions: In today's generation, AI is prevalent. AI has the potential to revolutionize industries, improve
processes, and enhance decision-making capabilities, leading to significant benefits for businesses,
individuals, and society as a whole. One of the popular AI is chatGPT where it has the capability of engaging in
various forms of conversation, answering questions, providing explanations, generating creative content and
many more. As a student, write an essay of what is the role of ChatGPT in shaping the future of education.

Your essay must have a title, an introduction, a body paragraph (1 main argument with 2 examples), and a
conclusion and not less than 12 sentences. Refer to the rubric for criteria and grading.

Relevance (all ideas are related to topic/theme) - 2 points

Coherence (ideas are well organized) - 1 point
Correct usage (correct usage of grammar/words) - 1 point
Neatness of work (work is neat and readable) - 1 point
TOTAL 5 points