The earliest astronomical records appear to have been made by the ancient Chinese, Egyptians, and Babylonians in order to ________
A) predict future positions of celestial objects to identify good or "lucky" dates for various important events
B) predict the best dates for traveling, particularly by boat, and where to build temples
C) determine when to plant crops or hunt animals based on seasonal changes
D) determine who should be sacrificed or promoted based on heavenly signs at their birth
C
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