Vocabulary

almanac astronomy carve chime eclipse museum scientist telescope wooden pocket

book of facts published annually science that deals with the universe to create a form by cutting device that produces a bell-like sound obscuring the view of the sun or moon institute that displays artifacts for the public an expert in a field of study instrument for viewing distant objects made of lumber or timber products a flat pouch sewn into the clothing

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Benjamin Banneker Historical Park & Museum
from America's Library (www.americaslibrary.gov)

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Post-Reading Questions

1. What subjects did Benjamin teach himself?

2. Which of Mr. Banneker's works is best known?

Answers

1. science / mathematics / astronomy
2. Benjamin Banneker's Almanac