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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10: The Diamond Timekeeper.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did astronomers feel about Harrison's clock idea for solving the problem of longitude?
(a) They thought it ridiculous because it would be too expensive to mass produce clocks.
(b) They saw potential but were still very skeptical.
(c) They thought that it was outrageous because it didn't require the intellect of the lunar theory.
(d) They thought it had promise and could be used in conjunction with the lunar theory.

2. What advantage did the magnetic variation method have over astronomical approaches at determining longitude?
(a) It didn't rely on wouding animals.
(b) It utilized new technology in clockmaking.
(c) It did not depend on knowing the time at two places at once.
(d) Longitude could now be charted on a map.

3. What was one disadvantage to using the magnetic variation method to determine longitude?
(a) It could only be used on clear nights.
(b) It led to misalignment with the stars.
(c) Compasses were to large to take on ships.
(d) Compasses weren't continuously accurate.

4. Which clock was capable of winning Harrison the Longitude Prize?
(a) H-4.
(b) H-2.
(c) H-1.
(d) H-3.

5. When did clock makers begin to design clocks to measure longitude?
(a) 14th century.
(b) 15th century.
(c) 16th century.
(d) 17th century.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Parliamentary committee assembled to respond to the problem of longitude relied on which two experts?

2. What did Jeffery's make for Harrison?

3. Who explained the moons of Jupiter with the velocity of light?

4. How many sailors died near the Scilly Islands?

5. Who was famous for reducing the motion of the planets to a few equations?

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