Heliocentric and Geocentric Models Quiz

What does the geocentric model propose?

• The Earth revolves around the Sun.

• The Sun revolves around the Earth.

• The Moon revolves around the Earth.

• The Earth is flat.

Who proposed the heliocentric model?

• Aristotle

• Galileo

• Copernicus

• Newton

What did Galileo observe that supported the heliocentric model?

• The shape of the Earth

• The phases of Venus

• The Moon orbiting the Earth

• The Sun orbiting the Earth

What does the heliocentric model suggest?

• The Earth is the center of the Universe.

• The Sun is the center of the Universe.

• The Moon is the center of the Universe.

• The Milky Way is the center of the Universe.

What was Aristotle's contribution to astronomy?

• He discovered the moons of Jupiter.

• He proposed the heliocentric model.

• He supported the geocentric model.

• He invented the telescope.

Why was the heliocentric model controversial when it was first proposed?

• It contradicted the observations of the time.

• It was too complicated to understand.

• It contradicted religious beliefs.

• It suggested the Earth was not special.

What did Copernicus' theory suggest about the Earth's movement?

• The Earth does not move.

• The Earth rotates on its axis.

• The Earth is flat and stationary.

• The Earth moves in a straight line.

How did Galileo's observations challenge the geocentric model?

• By showing that the Earth is flat.

• By discovering galaxies beyond the Milky Way.

• By observing moons orbiting Jupiter.

• By measuring the speed of light.

What was one of the main reasons the geocentric model was accepted for so long?

• It was proven by mathematical equations.

• It was easier to observe the stars and planets.

• It aligned with religious and philosophical beliefs of the time.

• It was supported by Galileo's observations.

Which model is accepted by modern science?

• The geocentric model

• The heliocentric model

• A combination of both models

• Neither model