Astronomy Tools & Constellations

This tool shows the cardinal directions 

• astrolabe
• compass
• sextant
• telescope

This navigational tool measure the height of the horizon to an object in space to help explorers plot their location. 

• astrolabe
• compass
• sextant
• telescope

This tool is used by astronomers to make faint, faraway objects appear brighter and closer. 

• astrolabe
• compass
• sextant
• telescope

This navigational tool measure the height of the horizon to an object in space to help explorers plot their location. 

• astrolabe
• compass
• sextant
• telescope

When would an astronomer most likely use a telescope? 

• to view the types of clouds in the sky
• to study the characteristics of a planet in our solar system
• to measure the amount of sunlight Earth receives
• to view objects across the ocean

Which description correctly describes constellations? 

• the group of planets that are found within our solar system
• all of the stars in our galaxy 
• a collection, or group, of stars that create a pattern or image
• a person who studies astronomy

Why do constellations appear to "move" throughout the year? 

• stars rotate in the sky
• Earth's rotation 

Also known as the "big bear" and contains the Big Dipper

• Ursa Major
• Ursa Minor
• Orion 

Also known as the "little bear" and contains the Little Dipper

• Ursa Major
• Ursa Minor
• Orion 

Also known as "the hunter" 

• Ursa Major
• Ursa Minor
• Orion