Student Activity

Answer these questions after you have read through the Astronomy web site to test your knowledge!

1. Were ancient Greek astronomers considered to be scientists or philosophers?

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2. Which battle did the Spartans miss out on because they were waiting for the full moon, the battle of Thermopylae or the battle of Marathon?

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3. Who predicted a solar eclipse, Thales or Hesiod?

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4. What is the name of the substance that Socrates believed filled up the heavens like air: oxygen, aether, or jello pudding?

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5. What does the word planet mean: wanderer, god, or hero?

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