Pythagoras' Theorem

What did Pythagoras' father trade?

• Spices

• Tiles

• Silk

• Gold

What was Pythagoras' reaction to the workmen's argument about the ladder?

• He told them to work harder.

• He laughed at their confusion.

• He offered to help solve their problem.

• He ignored them and walked away.

Why did Pythagoras' father refuse to sail directly to Crete initially?

• He was afraid of pirates.

• He didn't know the exact distance.

• He preferred the scenic route.

• He had business in Rhodes first.

What did Neff use to ensure his constructions were accurate?

• A metal square

• A compass

• A knotted rope

• A wooden ruler

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What discovery did Pythagoras make with the tiles?

• The Pythagorean theorem

• The concept of volume

• A new way to lay tiles

• The formula for a circle's area

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What was the correct length of the ladder according to Pythagoras?

• 15 feet

• 14 feet

• 13 feet

• 12 feet

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How did Pythagoras propose to fix the crooked columns?

• By rebuilding the temple

• By using his knotted rope to make right angles

• By using a stronger material

• By hiring a more skilled builder

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What did Pythagoras use to calculate the distance to Crete?

• The Pythagorean theorem

• A boat's speed

• A map and a compass

• The stars

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What career did Pythagoras' father envision for him?

• A merchant

• A teacher

• A philosopher

• A builder

What was Pythagoras' most famous discovery?

• The formula for the circumference of a circle

• The concept of democracy

• The Pythagorean theorem

• The laws of reflection

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