UNIT 1-CHAPTER 3. S&T and Nation Building

Question 1

This era of science, technology, and national building was when Filipinos were not colonized yet. It is when Baybayin, Banaue Rice Terraces, and Balangay Boat were used and culturized.

Answer 1

Pre-Spanish Era

Question 2

An era wherein we are colonized by the Spaniards. It is when Baybayin was replaced with Latin.

Answer 2

Spanish Era

Question 3

The era wherein we are lead by Americans. Education was opened to all.

Answer 3

American Era

Question 4

This is a native writing system in the Philippines.

Answer 4

Baybayin

Question 5

It is a sophisticated irrigation system developed by the indigenous Ifugaos.

Answer 5

Banaue Rice Terraces

Question 6

The oldest watercraft in the Philippines. It represents the early craftmanship and seaman skills of Filipinos.

Answer 6

Balangay Boat

Question 7

The Chinese version of _________ was the first book printed in the Philippines.

Answer 7

Doctrina Christiana

Question 8

A medical book first published in 1763.

Answer 8

Manual Medicinas Caseras

Question 9

Established on 1590 and was formerly known as Unibersidad de San Ignacio.

Answer 9

University of Santo Tomas

Question 10

Established on 1595 by the Jesuits and was formerly known as Colegio de San Ildefonso.

Answer 10

University of San Carlos

Question 11

Also called the Enlightened; a social class formed from educated, affluent, young Filipino.

Answer 11

Illustrados

Question 12

Some known Illustrados

Answer 12

Dr. Jose P. Rizal
Antonio Luna
Marcelo H. Del Pilar
Mariano Ponce

Question 13

An illustrado who practiced ophthalmology in Calamba and Hong Kong.

Answer 13

Dr. Jose P. Rizal

Question 14

An illustrado who is a licentiate in BS Chemistry and Pharmacy.

Answer 14

Antonio Luna

Question 15

A laboratory established by Philippine Commission on July 1, 1901 which focuses on the study of tropical diseases.

Answer 15

Bureau of Government Laboratories

Question 16

A research center of the Philippines until World War 2.

Answer 16

Bureau of Science

Question 17

In 1946, the Bureau of Science was known as _____.

Answer 17

Institute of Science

Question 18

In 1982, the Institute of Science was known as _____.

Answer 18

National Science and Technology Authority (NSTA)

Question 19

At present, the National Science and Technology Authority (NSTA) is known as _____.

Answer 19

Department of Science and Technology (DOST)

Question 20

The president of the Philippines who established Science and Technology Agenda for National Development (STAND).

Answer 20

Fidel V. Ramos

Question 21

It is a set of laws for S&T personnel, inventors and inventions, incentive acts, and Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines.

Answer 21

Science and Technology Agenda for National Development (STAND)

Question 22

The president of the Philippines who provided science

scholarships to increase productivity from Science, Technology, and Innovations (STI).

Answer 22

Gloria M. Arroyo

Question 23

The president of the Philippines who established Harmonized National Research and Development Agenda (HNRDA).

Answer 23

Benigno Aquino III

Question 24

This was made to focus on building technological self-reliance, inclusive growth, and disaster risk reduction.

Answer 24

Harmonized National Research and Development Agenda (HNRDA).

Question 25

The president of The Philippines who took part in ASEAN R&D Investments and the one whose term was timed with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Answer 25

Rodrigo Duterte

Question 26

Covid-19 showed the shortage of:

Answer 26

scientists
researchers
nurses 
doctors
biotechnological equipment

Question 27

This kit detects corona virus fastest and is offered at the lowest cost.

Answer 27

GenAmplify Coronavirus Disease-2019 rT PCR Detection Kit

Question 28

A telemedicine device capable of capturing medical signals through built-in medical sensors. Produced by UP Manila and funded by DOST.

Answer 28

Rx Box

Question 29

A diagnostic kit which acts as a confirmatory test for diagnosis of dengue. Results may be acquired in about less than an hour. Produced by UP Diliman.

Answer 29

BioTek

Question 30

It is a treatment of septic waste water.

Answer 30

Vigormin

Question 31

The goal of AmBisyon Natin 2040

Answer 31

Matatag, Maginhawa, at Panatag na Buhay

Question 32

An individual who earned advanced studies in a scientific field and distinct independent research.

Answer 32

Scientist

Question 33

True or False. You need at least a Ph.D. to become a scientist.

Answer 33

False. As long as you have contributed new, reliable, and valid ideas to the field of science through independent research, you may be called a scientist.

Question 34

A Filipino botanist and plant taxonomist and is the foremost authority in Ethnobotany in the Philippines. He discovered 8 new species of plants.

Answer 34

Leonard Co

Question 35

What book of Leonard Co was the reason why he was the only student who graduated in UP without a thesis?

Answer 35

Medicinal Plants of the Cordilleras

Question 36

2 species of Philippine Endemic Plants named in Leonard Co’s honor

Answer 36

Mycaranthes leonardi (orchid)
Rafflesia leonardi (a parasitic plant species)

Question 37

NAST means

Answer 37

National Academy of Science and Technology

Question 38

This awards scientists ages less than 41 years old. Awards are classified into 12 each year.

Answer 38

Outstanding Young Scientist (OYS)

Question 39

Awards of Outstanding Young Scientist (OYS) are divided into the following sciences

Answer 39

• Agricultural Science
• Biological Science
• Chemical
• Mathematical and Physical Science
• Engineering Sciences and Technology
• Health Sciences
• Social Sciences