Read pages 623-628. Complete all questions in complete sentences on a sheet of loose leaf paper. You do not need to write out the questions... just answer them! Due Friday, 9/18.
1) Vocabulary Builder: Find two words in the reading that you don't know or are unsure of the meaning. Look up each word in the dictionary. For each, write out the word, the definition, and a sentence that uses the word. Choose regular words, not social studies key terms that are boldfaced in the text. Do NOT leave this blank because you think you know every word -- you WILL lose credit! 2) According to the reading, which events helped cause the Scientific Revolution? Which cause do you think was the most significant? Explain. 3) Explain the difference between the geocentric theory and the heliocentric theory. 4) How did Galileo build upon the previous work of Copernicus and Kepler? How did his work get him into trouble? 5) Do you think figures of authority tend to reject new ideas? Do you think it is wise or unwise for them to do so? Explain. 6) What is the scientific method? Why do you think it is important to use this approach to science? 7) Of the new scientific developments mentioned on pp. 627-628, which one do you think has had the most significant impact on your life today? Explain your choice. 8) Creative Response: In 1676, Isaac Newton said "If I have seen farther than others it is because I have stood on the shoulders of giants." He meant that in order to explain the Law of Gravity, he used the work of major thinkers who came before him in order to make intellectual progress.On a separate sheet of paper, draw a cartoon or write a poem, rap, or song that expresses the meaning of this quote. Comments are closed.
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