51 pages 1 hour read

Neil Degrasse Tyson

Starry Messenger: Cosmic Perspectives on Civilization

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2022

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Essay Topics

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Identify what Neil deGrasse Tyson means by “science.” Is he referring to individual branches or to a process? Is science objective? Why or why not? Cite the text and/or other sources to support your reasoning.

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Explain the concept of a cosmic perspective. How does one achieve a cosmic perspective? How would a widely accepted cosmic perspective benefit humanity? Support your views by citing the text and/or other sources.

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Tyson is clearly a proponent of science literacy. Why is science literacy important? What might the future look like if society becomes more science literate? Cite the text and/or other sources to support your views.