In 1877 American astronomer Asaph Hall discovered the two moons of Mars. Who was the first writer to mention these moons?
- Issac Asimov
- Mark Twain
- Jonathan Swift
- Benjamin Franklin
Answer
The correct answer is C) Jonathan Swift.
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