The Scientific Revolution Answers

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Which statement describes the heliocentric theory, as stated by Copernicus?

A
The moon was at the center of the universe.
B
The stars were at the center of the universe.
C
The Earth was at the center of the universe.
D
The Sun was at the center of the universe.
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Why is Galileo reluctant to share his discoveries?

A
He thinks his discoveries have come too late.
B
He has been told by Copernicus to keep his ideas secret.
C
He does not want to be mistreated like Copernicus was.
D
He thinks enough other people share his beliefs.
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Why does Galileo believe God approves of his discoveries?

A
God does not want Galileo to believe in him.
B
God created the stars, so he created astronomy.
C
God showed Galileo the workings of the universe.
D
God gave humanity the ability to make such discoveries.
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Which of these statements is supported by information in the graph?

A
The microscope was invented before the thermometer.
B
All of these instruments were invented within a twenty-year time period.
C
Many important scientific instruments were invented during the Scientific Revolution.
D
The thermometer was the most important invention of this era.
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