12 Questions
What does the Latin word 'Scientia' mean?
Knowledge
Which of the following is the first recorded civilization of the world?
Mesopotamian Civilization
What was the Sumerian script written on?
Clay tablets and smooth rock
What did the Sumerians invent for the purpose of pottery?
The wheel
What is the Hanging Garden of Babylon believed to be?
A gift from King Nebuchadnezzar II to his wife Amytis
What is the Sumerian lunar calendar known for?
Having 12 lunar months in the year
Which ancient civilization is known for their advanced medical practices and use of papyrus for writing?
Egyptian
What is the significance of the discovery of the cities of Mohenjo Daro and Harappa?
It proved that Mesopotamia and Egypt were not the only ancient civilizations.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a contribution or achievement of the ancient Chinese civilization?
Invention of the papyrus writing material
Who is considered the 'Father of Geometry' during the Scientific Revolution period?
Euclid
What was the significant contribution of Erastosthenes during the Scientific Revolution period?
He measured the circumference of the earth using two surface points.
Who was considered the first true scientist during the Ancient Greek period?
The pre-Socratic philosophers
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