Careful observations of the sky by ancient cultures served the practical purpose of
A) keeping track of time
B) improving night vision
C) religious worship
D) keeping track of the changing position of the Earth around the Sun

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Ancient cultures used the sky to keep track of time based on the movement of the Sun, Moon, and stars. They developed calendars and relied on the position of the celestial bodies to determine planting and harvesting seasons.

Careful Observations of the Sky by Ancient Cultures Served the Practical