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Astronomy Before the Telescope Quiz

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What can be inferred about the Pleiades star cluster?

It is a recent discovery in astronomy

It is not associated with any cultural significance

It was only observed after the invention of the telescope

It is visible to the unaided eye (correct)

How did ancient Egyptians use constellations?

For predicting volcanic eruptions

For tracking ocean currents

For determining when to plant and harvest crops (correct)

For measuring distances between planets

Who was technically the inventor of the telescope?

Mayans

Ancient Egyptians

Galileo

Hans Lippershey (correct)

What was the significance of Venus in Mayan culture?

It was used as a basis for deciding whether to start a battle Signup and view all the answers

What did Galileo confirm using his telescope?

Mountains on the moon Signup and view all the answers

What major astronomical event marks the start of the year for the Incas?

Appearance of the Pleiades star cluster Signup and view all the answers

Before the invention of the telescope, why did the Incas mark the appearance of the Pleiades star cluster in the sky?

To signal the start of their year Signup and view all the answers

What role did Venus play in Mayan culture, based on the information provided?

It was used to decide whether to start a battle Signup and view all the answers

In ancient Egyptian culture, what was the primary significance of constellations?

Representations for their gods Signup and view all the answers

What significant information about the moon did Galileo confirm using his telescope?

The presence of mountains on the moon Signup and view all the answers

Who applied for the patent for the telescope in 1608, even though Galileo was the first to use it for astronomical observations?

Hans Lippershey Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of using constellations across ancient civilizations?

Agricultural planning Signup and view all the answers