Science And Technology In Philippine Nation Building

Question 1

The _____ times were the beginning of Philippine science and technology

Answer 1

Pre-colonial times

Question 2

During the pre-colonial period, these were the first livelihood skills developed by Filipinos

Answer 2

• Fishing
• Farming
• Mining
• Weaving

Question 3

In the precolonial period, these were used to treat illnesses

Answer 3

Herbal medicine

Question 4

In some cases, the techniques Filipinos developed for livelihood purposes resulted in majestic __________ that managed to attract worldwide attention like the Banaue Rice Terraces of Ifugao.

Answer 4

Architectural designs

Question 5

During the Spanish colonial period, science and technology developed through the establishment of _____ and the launching of _____.

Answer 5

Formal educational institutions; Scientific organizations

Question 6

In the Spanish era, these two fields were taught in different educational and training institutions.

Answer 6

Medicine and biology

Question 7

During the Spanish era, the natives were trained to use _____ and _____ was introduced and develope during the latter part of Spanish period.

Answer 7

Innovative approaches in farming; engineering

Question 8

It was priorized in the Spanish era due to possible bigger profits

Answer 8

Trade

Question 9

When the Americans came, the former (a). _____ was replaced by the ________ under the US’s Dept. of Interior

Answer 9

(a). Laboratorio Municipal

(b). Bureau of Government Laboratories

Question 10

Why was the Bureau established? What was it renamed to in 1905?

Answer 10

It was established for the purpose of studying tropical diseases and pursuing other related research projects.

It was changed to the Bureau of Science

Question 11

In 1946, the Bureau of Science was replaced by the _____

Answer 11

Institute of Science

Question 12

In 1903, it was established

Answer 12

National Research Council of the Philippines

Question 13

During the presidency of _____, the importance of science and technology in nation building was emphasized

Answer 13

Ferdinand Marcos Sr.

Question 14

Science courses in public schools was mandated which led to the creation of the _____

By Ferdinand Marcos Sr.

Answer 14

Philippine Science High School

Question 15

Several agencies and organizations were then established like:

Answer 15

• Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
• Philippine Coconut Research Institute (PHILCORIN)
• Philippine Textile Research Institute
• Philippine Atomic Energy Commision (now the Philippine Nuclear Institute)
• National Grains Authority (now the National Food Authority)
• Philippine Council for Agricultural Research (now the Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development).
• Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical ServicesAdministration (PAGASA),
• Philippine National Oil Company
• Plant Breeding Institute
• International Rice Research Institute (IRRI)
• Bureau of Plant Industry
• Bureau of Forest Products
• National Committee on Geological Sciences

Question 16

DOST during President _____’s term made the _______. Its purpose was to improve research endeavors, production sectors, infrastructures

Answer 16

Corazon Aquino;

Science and Technology Master Plan

Question 17

Administration of President _____ brought in 3000 engineers and scientists

Answer 17

Fidel Ramos

Question 18

This program made healthcare accessible even in far flung areas in the country

By Pres. Fidel Ramos

Answer 18

Doctors to the Barrio

Question 19

This program was created for high school students who wanted to major in science and engineering in college

By Pres. Fidel Ramos

Answer 19

National Program for Gifted Filipino Children in Science and Technology

Question 20

Under President Joseph Estrada’s administration, the following laws were developed:

Answer 20

• RA 8749 (Ph Clean Air Act)
• RA 8792 (Electric Commerce Act)
• Basic Health Care Services
• Irrigation Technology

Question 21

It was in the term of President _____ that efforts were made to make the Philippines an innovation hub in Asia with the term ______

Answer 21

Gloria Macapagal Arroyo; Filipinnovation

Question 22

In 2014, President Benigno Aquino III named new National Scientists namely:

Answer 22

• Gavino C. Trono and Edgardo D. Gomez, for Marine Biology
• Angel C. Alcala, for Biological Science
• Ramon C. Barba, for Horticulture

Question 23

This was a priority during President Rodrigo Duterte’s presidency as programs and policies were formulated and heavily budgeted

Answer 23

Research & Development

Question 24

The _______ was conceived which has launched two space satellites: __________

Answer 24

Philippine Space Technology Program; Diwata 1&2