WorksheetsScientific Revolution Vocabulary
Total questions: 16
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is the Scientific Revolution?
A series of wars that led to the discovery of modern science
A dance routine performed by scientists
The series of events that led to the birth of modern science
A cooking competition among scientists
What are theories in science?
Fictional stories written by scientists
Explanations scientists develop based on facts and data collected
A type of mathematical equation
Musical compositions inspired by scientific discoveries
What is a hypothesis?
A potential solution to a crossword puzzle
A potential solution or explanation proposed by a scientist
An ancient artifact found by scientists
A type of tropical plant
What is astronomy?
The study of underwater creatures
The study of ancient civilizations
The study of celestial objects such as stars and planets
A branch of mathematics
What does elliptical mean in the context of astronomy?
Circular
Triangular
Oval or egg-shaped
Square
What is gravity?
a force that melts objects of a certain metal
a force that repels objects from each other
a force that attracts objects to each other
a force that acts as a combustible agent
What does a barometer measure?
Temperature
Air pressure
Humidity
Wind speed
What is the scientific method?
A magical formula used by scientists
A step-by-step approach for performing experiments and research
A type of science fiction book
A code of conduct for scientists
What was the Enlightenment?
A period of darkness in history
A time when people believed in magic
A period of time when reason guided people’s thoughts about philosophy, government, and society
A movement against education
What is a salon in the context of intellectual history?
A place to get a haircut
A type of chair used by philosophers
A place where people discussed and debated ideas
A form of ancient currency
What are natural rights according to John Locke?
Rights given by the government
Rights that must be earned through hard work
Rights that John Locke believed people were born with, including life, liberty, and property
Rights that John Locke believed people were born with, including life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness
What is the separation of powers?
A magic trick performed by politicians
The idea that power should be concentrated in one ruler
The idea that government should be divided into separate but equal branches
A type of math equation
What does it mean to influence something?
To ignore something
To have an effect on the development
To destroy something completely
To create something new
What is popular sovereignty?
The idea that rulers are chosen by divine right
The idea that the government should express the will of the people
The idea that only the wealthy should have a say in government
The idea that government should be led by the military
What does secular mean?
Religious
Spiritual
Non-religious
Mystical
What are ideals?
Mathematical formulas
Recipes for successful experiments
A principle that people try to live up to
Thoughts people have
