STARRY MESSENGER FLASHCARD

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Who did Galileo have to face for going against the church?

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The Pope

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Who was the highest ruler of the land during Galileo's time?

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The Pope

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What was Galileo's last name?

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Galilei

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What was Galileo's punishment for his beliefs?

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House arrest

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Where did Galileo live?

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Pisa, Italy

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What did Galileo study that made him famous?

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Astronomy and physics

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What invention did Galileo improve that helped him in his studies?

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The telescope

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What was one of Galileo's famous discoveries?

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The moons of Jupiter

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What did Galileo argue about the Earth and the Sun?

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That the Earth revolves around the Sun (heliocentrism).

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What was the name of the book Galileo wrote that caused controversy?

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Dialogue Concerning the Two Chief World Systems