The heliocentric theory of the universe states that:

Scientific Revolution Quiz

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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the planets orbit the sun in elliptical orbits.
the sun is the center of the universe.
the earth is the center of the universe.
the sun moves but the planets are stationary.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which of the following correctly matches the developer with their theory of the universe?
Greeks – the planets travel in elliptical orbits
Kepler – the universe is a spiritual place for the gods
Copernicus – the sun is the center of the universe
Romans – the earth is the center of the universe
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which of the following is being shown in the primary source image to the right?
Galileo’s drawing of his theory on universal gravity
Kepler’s drawing of his elliptical orbit theory of the universe
Copernicus’s drawing of his heliocentric theory of the universe
An ancient Greek drawing on the geocentric theory of the universe
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did Copernicus write this letter to the pope?
to convince the pope of his geocentric views
to gain his support for his heliocentric theory
to convince him of the law of gravity and elliptical orbits
to remind him of the importance of experimentation in science
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Fill in the blank: The heliocentric theory, developed by ______, states that the sun is the center of the universe.
Galileo
Kepler
Copernicus
Newton
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What point is Andreas Osiander making in this forward to Copernicus’s book?
This book goes against the teachings of most other scientists. Readers should discuss these ideas with the educated priests in their church.
This book supports the geocentric theory. Readers should remember the ancient views of the Greeks when reading this book.
This book supports the traditional views of the Catholic Church. Readers should know the Biblical accounts of the creation of the universe.
This book supports the heliocentric theory. Readers should examine the observable evidence that supports this theory.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did the Scientific Revolution challenge the authority of the Catholic Church?
It increased funding for the Catholic Church.
It questioned several teachings of the Catholic Church.
It renewed interest in the teaching of the Catholic Church.
It supported the rise of monarchs against the Catholic Church.
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