Ancient Civilizations and Astronomy Quiz
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Ancient Civilizations and Astronomy Quiz

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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?

  • First quarter moon
  • Third quarter moon
  • Full moon (correct)
  • New moon

    • 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?

    <p>In about a month</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the structures of Stonehenge, the Templo Mayor, the Sun Dagger, and the Big Horn Medicine Wheel all have in common?

    <p>They all can be used as lunar calendars.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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