What practical value did astronomy offer to ancient civilizations?
A) It helped them keep track of time and seasons, and it was used by some cultures for navigation.
B) It allowed them to predict eclipses with great accuracy.
C) It helped them understand our cosmic origins.
D) It helped them find uses for ancient structures like Stonehenge.
A
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