Galileo, A Great Scientist And Inventor

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Galileo, A Great Scientist And Inventor - Quiz

This quiz is created by pupils at Primary School No 5, Bielsk Podlaski, Poland. Good luck!

Questions and Answers

1.

When was Galileo born ?
- A.
  
  In 1564.
- B.
  
  In 1546.
- C.
  
  In 1654.
Correct Answer
A. In 1564.

Explanation
Galileo was born in 1564. This is the correct answer because it directly states the year of his birth. The other options, 1546 and 1654, are incorrect as they do not match the known historical record of Galileo's birth year.

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2.

Who invented a thermometer ?
- A.
  
  Watt
- B.
  
  Galileo
- C.
  
  Bell
Correct Answer
B. Galileo

Explanation
Galileo is credited with inventing the thermometer. He developed a device called the thermoscope, which was the precursor to the modern thermometer. Galileo's thermoscope consisted of a glass tube filled with liquid and attached to a bulb. As the temperature changed, the liquid would expand or contract, causing it to rise or fall in the tube. This invention laid the foundation for the development of the thermometer, which is now widely used for measuring temperature.

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3.

What did Galileo use to observe stars ?
- A.
  
  Telescope
- B.
  
  Microscope
- C.
  
  Mobile phone
Correct Answer
A. Telescope

Explanation
Galileo used a telescope to observe stars. A telescope is an optical instrument that magnifies distant objects, allowing for a closer and clearer view. Galileo's use of the telescope revolutionized astronomy as he discovered celestial bodies such as the moons of Jupiter and the phases of Venus, providing evidence to support the heliocentric model of the solar system. The invention and utilization of the telescope marked a significant milestone in the field of astronomy and our understanding of the universe.

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4.

What did he find out when he was watching the moon ?
- A.
  
  The moon was not smooth.
- B.
  
  The moon was smooth.
- C.
  
  The moon was not very close.
Correct Answer
A. The moon was not smooth.

Explanation
When he was watching the moon, he discovered that it was not smooth.

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5.

What planets did he see using his telescope?
- A.
  
  He saw Mars and Mercury.
- B.
  
  He saw Venur and Neptune.
- C.
  
  He saw Jupiter and Saturn.
Correct Answer
C. He saw Jupiter and Saturn.

Explanation
The correct answer is "He saw Jupiter and Saturn." This can be inferred from the given options where each option mentions a different set of planets that he saw. Since the question asks for the planets that he actually saw, we can conclude that he saw Jupiter and Saturn.

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6.

What’s the name of galaxy Galileo observe?
- A.
  
  Our Way
- B.
  
  Milky Way
- C.
  
  Broad Way
Correct Answer
B. Milky Way

Explanation
Galileo observed the Milky Way galaxy. The name "Milky Way" refers to the galaxy in which our solar system is located. It is a barred spiral galaxy that appears as a band of light in the night sky. Galileo's observations of the Milky Way helped to deepen our understanding of the structure and composition of our galaxy.

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7.

Where did he go to test his idea that heavy objects did not fall faster ?
- A.
  
  To the tower.
- B.
  
  To the skyscraper.
- C.
  
  To the forest.
Correct Answer
A. To the tower.

Explanation
He went to the tower to test his idea that heavy objects did not fall faster.

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8.

What did he drop at the same time from the tower?
- A.
  
  Two balloons.
- B.
  
  A piece of concrete and a piece of paper.
- C.
  
  Two balls.
Correct Answer
C. Two balls.

Explanation
The question is asking what the person dropped from the tower at the same time. The correct answer is "Two balls." This means that the person dropped two balls simultaneously.

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9.

When does the water in the thermometer move down?
- A.
  
  The water moves down when it is hot.
- B.
  
  The water moves down when it is cold.
- C.
  
  The water moves down when it is raining.
Correct Answer
B. The water moves down when it is cold.

Explanation
The water in the thermometer moves down when it is cold because cold temperatures cause the molecules in the water to slow down and contract, resulting in a decrease in volume. This contraction causes the water level in the thermometer to decrease, indicating a lower temperature.

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10.

What did he see around Saturn?
- A.
  
  He saw snowflakes and snowballs around Saturn.
- B.
  
  He saw earings and bracelets around Saturn.
- C.
  
  He saw rings of ice, dust and rocks around Saturn.
Correct Answer
C. He saw rings of ice, dust and rocks around Saturn.

Explanation
He saw rings of ice, dust, and rocks around Saturn. This answer is correct because it accurately describes what the person saw around Saturn. The rings around Saturn are made up of various materials, including ice, dust, and rocks. This is a well-known fact about Saturn and its rings, supported by scientific research and observations.

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Galileo, A Great Scientist And Inventor

When was Galileo born ?

Who invented a thermometer ?

What did Galileo use to observe stars ?

What did he find out when he was watching the moon ?

What planets did he see using his telescope?

What’s the name of galaxy Galileo observe?

Where did he go to test his idea that heavy objects did not fall faster ?

What did he drop at the same time from the tower?

When does the water in the thermometer move down?

What did he see around Saturn?