The Greek Discovery
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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?

  • 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?

  • Aristotle
  • Socrates
  • Pythagoras (correct)
  • Plato

    • What astronomical event was observed by ancient Chinese astronomers in 1054 AD?

    <p>A supernova</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the ancient astronomical device used by the Greeks to predict eclipses?

    <p>Antikythera mechanism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the ancient astronomical observatory located in Peru?

    <p>Chankillo</p> Signup and view all the answers

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