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According to ancient Greek knowledge, which of the following is true about the shape of the Earth?
According to ancient Greek knowledge, which of the following is true about the shape of the Earth?
- The Earth is flat
- The Earth is slightly oblong (correct)
- The Earth is a perfect sphere
- The Earth is a cube
What evidence did the Greeks use to support their belief in a spherical Earth?
What evidence did the Greeks use to support their belief in a spherical Earth?
- Observation of the ocean
- Observation of the stars
- Observation of the Moon
- Observation of the horizon (correct)
Which Greek philosopher is credited with being the first to propose a spherical Earth?
Which Greek philosopher is credited with being the first to propose a spherical Earth?
- Aristotle
- Socrates
- Pythagoras (correct)
- Plato
What astronomical event was observed by ancient Chinese astronomers in 1054 AD?
What astronomical event was observed by ancient Chinese astronomers in 1054 AD?
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What is the name of the ancient astronomical device used by the Greeks to predict eclipses?
What is the name of the ancient astronomical device used by the Greeks to predict eclipses?
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What is the name of the ancient astronomical observatory located in Peru?
What is the name of the ancient astronomical observatory located in Peru?
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