Starry Starry Night Flashcard

Front

What is a constellation?

Back

A constellation is a group of stars that forms a recognizable pattern in the night sky.

Front

Name a well-known constellation that resembles a hunter.

Back

Orion.

Front

What is the name of the brightest star in the night sky?

Back

Sirius.

Front

What constellation is known as the 'Big Dipper'?

Back

Ursa Major.

Front

What is the name of the constellation that looks like a W?

Back

Cassiopeia.

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?

Back

23.5 degrees.

Front

Which star is known as our Sun?

Back

Sol.

Front

What is the name of the constellation that contains the star Vega?

Back

Lyra.

Front

What is the most northeastern star in the Big Dipper?

Back

Dubhe.

Front

What is the name of the red supergiant star in the constellation Orion?

Back

Betelgeuse.