Magnus and the Discovery of Magnetite

Around 4,000 years ago, a shepherd named Magnus from Magnesia, Greece, discovered magnetism when he noticed his iron stick and sandal nails were attracted to a special rock. This rock, later named magnetite, was the first known magnet, named after the region of Magnesia where it was found.

Who was Magnus and where did he live?

• A shepherd in Magnesia, Greece

• A farmer in Athens, Greece

• A fisherman in Sparta, Greece

• A merchant in Corinth, Greece

What unusual event did Magnus notice while tending his sheep?

• His stick and sandals were sticking to a rock

• He found a hidden cave

• The weather suddenly changed

• His sheep were behaving strangely

What did Magnus find upon closer inspection of the rock?

• The rock was made of gold

• The rock was hollow

• The rock was attracting iron

• The rock was glowing

What was the rock discovered by Magnus later called?

• Limestone

• Magnetite

• Granite

• Quartz

Why was the rock named magnetite?

• It was found in Magnesia

• It was discovered by Magnus

• It was a magical stone

• It was used in ancient rituals