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Which statement best describes the practical value of astronomy to ancient civilizations?
Which statement best describes the practical value of astronomy to ancient civilizations?
- It helped them understand our cosmic origins.
- It allowed them to predict eclipses with great accuracy.
- It helped them find uses for ancient structures like Stonehenge.
- It helped them keep track of time and seasons, and it was used by some cultures for navigation. (correct)
During which phase of the moon can lunar eclipses occur?
During which phase of the moon can lunar eclipses occur?
- First quarter moon
- Third quarter moon
- Full moon (correct)
- New moon
Why can we not see a new moon in our sky?
Why can we not see a new moon in our sky?
- A new moon is quite near the Sun in the sky
- It is above the horizon during the daytime
- It is obscured by the Earth's shadow
- No sunlight is illuminating the Moon (correct)
If we have a new moon today, when will we have the next full moon?
If we have a new moon today, when will we have the next full moon?
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What do the structures of Stonehenge, the Templo Mayor, the Sun Dagger, and the Big Horn Medicine Wheel all have in common?
What do the structures of Stonehenge, the Templo Mayor, the Sun Dagger, and the Big Horn Medicine Wheel all have in common?
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