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1. This 7th century religious and political leader was orphaned at age 6, married a wealthy widow and at age 40 founded one of the world's great religions. Considered a dangerous nuisance, he and his followers left their home town, and eight years later he returned as a conquering hero.
2. This English born scientist has been called the most influential scientist in history. His study of light and motion and mathematics revolutionized scientific theory.
3. This secular philosopher's teaching influenced life and thought in his country for over 2 thousand years. His basic tenets were morality and concern for one's fellow man.
4. Ts'ai Lun is perhaps history's most influential inventor. Born in China in the 2nd century, little is known of his life, but without his invention little else would have followed. What invention should make Ts'ai Lun a household name?
5. This scientist was awarded the Nobel Prize in physics for his explanation of photoelectric effect.
6. This Greek mathematician is known as 'The Father of Geometry'.
7. The Greek philosopher Aristotle wrote on many subjects, but his works collectively known as "Organon" are recognised as being the first written theories on traditional ______________.
8. This military leader rose from junior officer to become dictator of his country in only 6 years. He was responsible for the creation of a civil code of laws whose basic tenets are in use today in many countries.
9. This German physicist is best known as 'The Father of Quantum Physics'.
10. Who was the first Christian emperor of Rome?
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