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2) Based on the passage, which of the following can be inferred about the Ptolemaic theory?
A. It was not widely accepted until Copernicus challenged it.
B. It was a simplified and incorrect representation of the universe.
C. It was based on rigorous scientific observations and experiments.
D. It was widely contested and debated during Ptolemy's time.
3) How did European astronomers finally respond to the weaknesses in Ptolemy's theory?
A. They decided to choose a new theory.
B. They ignored the flawed model.
C. They proposed new ideas to replace the theory.
D. They endeavored to refine and improve the theory.
4) Why did Ptolemy's theory appeal to human nature?
A. because it put people at the center of the universe
B. because it was easy to have observations
C. because it explained the movement of the stars
D. because it was supported by scientific evidence
5) Why was Copernicus uninterested in publishing his ideas?
A. because he was not confident about his findings
B. because he was unsatisfied with his revelations
C. because he wanted to keep his theory shocking
D. because he was afraid of the church's reaction
6) What was the main theory about the universe before Copernicus?
A. The universe is at the center of the earth.
B. The earth is situated at the center of the universe.
C. The earth is near the universe.
D. The earth revolves around the sun.
7) What is the main idea of the passage?
A. People fought back against new scientific ideas.
B. Copernicus changed how people saw humanity's place in the universe.
C. Scientists who had new theories faced punishment.
D. Astronomy and science grew in Europe during the 15th century.
8) What was the most important aspect of Copernicus's work?
A. It led to the development of new scientific theories.
B. It challenged the accepted beliefs of the time.
