SEMI - FINAL SUMMATIVE TEST

Which invention is often considered the starting point of the Information Age?

• The printing press

• The telephone

• The computer

• The steam engine

Answer explanation

The computer is widely regarded as the key invention that marked the beginning of the Information Age. While the printing press (a) revolutionized the distribution of information, and the telephone (b) transformed communication.

Which of the following is a key characteristic of the Information Age?

• A decline in the use of digital technology

• Limited access to information

• An increase in the speed of information transmission

• A focus on handwritten communication

What is information anxiety?

• A term used to describe the fear of technology

• The stress and discomfort associated with information overload

• A condition characterized by excessive knowledge gaps

• The excitement and thrill of discovering new information

How has the Information Age impacted traditional forms of media, like newspapers and magazines?

• It has led to their resurgence in popularity

• It has had no impact on traditional media

• It has caused a decline in their circulation and revenue

• It has made them completely digital

What is the significance of e-commerce in the Information Age?

• It has no significance

• It has revolutionized the way people shop and do business

• It has led to the decline of online shopping

• It is primarily used for entertainment.

What is the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the Information Age?

• It has no role

• It is used for automated customer service

• It can predict the future accurately

• It is primarily used for traditional manufacturing.

Why is the loss of biodiversity a concern for human health?

• It has no direct impact on human health.

• It can lead to reduced availability of food and medicinal resources.

• Biodiversity loss only affects wildlife, not humans.

• It leads to a decrease in healthcare funding.

Which of the following is an example of a traditional medicine practice that relies on biodiversity?

• Surgery

• Herbal medicine

• Radiation Theraphy

• Chiropractic care

What is ecotourism, and how does it relate to biodiversity and health?

• Ecotourism refers to the development of new healthcare technologies.

• It has no relation to biodiversity and health.

• Ecotourism promotes the conservation of natural environments and can contribute to the health of local ecosystems and communities.

• Ecotourism is a type of medical tourism.

In what way can urban planning impact biodiversity and human health in cities?

• Urban planning has no impact on these factors.

• Well-planned green spaces and parks can enhance both biodiversity and human well-being.

• Urban planning only affects traffic and infrastructure.

• Biodiversity and health are unrelated to urban planning.

Answer explanation

Urban planning plays a crucial role in shaping the environment of cities, and well-designed urban green spaces and parks can have positive impacts on both biodiversity and human health. Green spaces provide habitats for various species, contribute to biodiversity, and offer recreational opportunities for residents, promoting physical and mental well-being.