Practice 7 - Engaging in Argument from Evidence

What was the central idea of the geocentric model?

• The Sun is at the center of the universe.

• The Moon is at the center of the universe.

• The Earth is at the center of the universe.

• Mars is at the center of the universe.

Who first proposed the heliocentric model?

• Albert Einstein

• Nicolaus Copernicus

• Galileo Galilei

• Isaac Newton

What did Galileo use to gather evidence for the heliocentric model?

• A microscope

• A telescope

• A thermometer

• A barometer

What is the purpose of peer review in scientific publications?

• To make the article easier to read

• To ensure the article is entertaining

• To confirm the validity of the research

• To increase the length of the article

Which movie illustrates the application of engineering principles to solve unexpected problems?

• Gravity

• The Martian

• Apollo 13

• Star Wars