Constellations

What is a constellation?

• A group of stars from the same galaxy

• A group of stars that are physically close to each other

• A group of visible stars that make a pattern when viewed from Earth

2) How many constellations are there?

• 12

• 22

• 44

• 88

What constellation was named after a flying horse?

• Orion

• Ursa Minor

• Ursa Major

• Draco

• Pegasus

What constellation has the Little Dipper as part of its pattern?

• Orion

• Ursa Minor

• Ursa Major

• Draco

• Pegasus

What constellation was named after a hunter from Greek mythology?

• Orion

• Ursa Minor

• Ursa Major

• Draco

• Pegasus

What constellation has the Big Dipper as part of its pattern?

• Orion

• Ursa Minor

• Ursa Major

• Draco

• Pegasus

True or False: All the constellations are visible from anywhere on Earth throughout the year.

• True

• False

What group of constellations are used in astrology?

• Ursa constellations

• Predictive constellations

• Northern constellations

• Zodiac constellations

• Ancient constellations

How are constellations useful?

• To help locate stars

• To keep track of the calendar

• To navigate

• To know when to plant crops

• All options

What is the largest constellation by area in the sky?

• Hydra

• Cancer

• Orion

• Leo

• Ursa Major