WONDER #1820: How Did People Keep Time Before Clocks?

Question 1 of 3

Historically, humans have usually kept the time based upon the movement of what across the sky?

1. Sun
2. Moon
3. Mercury
4. Venus

Question 2 of 3

Which of the following is NOT an example of an ancient timekeeping device?

1. sundial
2. hourglass
3. water clock
4. digital wristwatch

Question 3 of 3

Long ago, if you wanted to get up at dawn, what might you have kept close at hand?

1. badger
2. rooster
3. toaster
4. salamander

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