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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did astronomers feel about Harrison's clock idea for solving the problem of longitude?

2. After successfully completing the H-4, who passed an act that placed new restrictions on Harrison?

3. Who did Bradley want to split the longitude award prize money with?

4. How were Harrison and Maskelyne different?

5. What happened to clockmaking after Harrison's death?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain the relationship between Harrison and Jefferys.

2. Why was Maskelyne threatened by Harrison?

3. Why was the Board of Longitude biased against Harrison?

4. What was Harrison's primary motivation for winning the longitude prize?

5. What was Harrison's ultimate vindication?

6. Explain the developments in finding an astronomical solution outlined in Chapter 9: Hands on Heaven's Clock.

7. What struggles did astronomers go through in attempting to solve the problem of longitude?

8. In Chapter 11: Trial by Fire and Water, who is the villain introduced? Why was he at odds with Harrison?

9. What hurdles did Harrison have to jump over even though the H-4 was accurate enough to win the Longitude Prize?

10. Explain the title of Chapter 12: A Tale of Two Portraits.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In an essay, analyze the role Nevil Maskelyne played in the quest to solve the longitude problem.

Essay Topic 2

In an essay, outline the accomplishments of the major players in the early quest to solve the longitude problem. Include the following: Thacket, Newton, Halley, Flamsteed, and the Board of Longitude.

Essay Topic 3

Complete a historical analysis of John Harrison. How would you describe him? What qualities did he posses that helped him to be successful?

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