History of Astronomy Example Exam Question

Theme 1: Astronomy in History

Astronomy became an exact (numerical) science very early in human history, whereas physics only became an exact science around the 17th century. Discuss the possible reasons for this. [3]
Compare and contrast the motivations for studying astronomy in the Hellenistic era (around 200 BC), the 17th century, and today. [3]

Go to the hints and suggestions.