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Galileo Quiz
Quiz on Galileo based on the yt vid, "galileo sun-centred universe"
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What was the name of the "Great Book" made by Galileo? | Dialogue on The Two Chief World Systems |
| Did Galileo believe the sun moved around the Earth? | He did not believe this |
| Before Galileo, what did astronomers think that planets were connected to? | Transparent crystal spheres |
| What is the name of the previously believed system in which the Earth does not move? | The Ptolemaic System |
| What did Copernicus do to make him the laughing stock of Europe? | H suggested that the sun was the center of the universe. He suggested that the Earth was not still but it and the other celestial bodies were orbiting the sun. |
| Give 2 suggestions as to why it was believed that the Earth was not moving | 1. It was believed that if the Earth were moving, it would be seen and felt, but it was not 2. The writing in the Bible seemed to speak of the Earth as if it were still |
| How was Galileo able to use Venus to prove that Copernicus was right? | One of his followers suggested that he take note of Venus. He then proved, by its changing shapes that Venus is revolving around the Sun and not the Earth |
| How did Galileo's observation of the phases of Venus persuade him of the true nature of the solar system | He realized that over the course of months, Venus would change from a disc-like shape, to a crescent and back again. He knew that this would only be possible if the planet was moving and at some times, crossing paths with earth |
| What were repercussions to Galileo's book? | The sale was prohibited in 1932 and he was sent to trial because the pope took offense to parts of the book, mentioning him. Galileo was help captive and later fell ill, being threatened to torture f he didn't confess his 'errors'. |
| What role did Copernicus play in influencing Galileo's discoveries? | it was his writing that inspired galileo to investigate the order of the universe |
| In which year was the sale of Galileo's book prohibited | 1932 |
| Did Galileo eventually confess to heresy when his life was threatened? What happened? | He did and was sent to prison |
| Why was Galileo sent to trial? | the pope was offended by parts of the book |
| When did Galileo invent the telescope? | 1609 |
| Complete: Galileo invented something to help with experimental procedures in science. This is called the scientific _______________ | scientific method |
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