Stellarium Quiz #1

Which of the following astronomical objects are located along the ecliptic line? (more than one answer)

• The Sun

• "Zodiac" Constellations

• Andromeda Galaxy

• Big Dipper

• Great Orion Nebula

Which constellation is not included within the astrological zodiac, but is located along the ecliptic line along with the 12 other “zodiac” constellations? (spelling is important here)

According to the astrological zodiac, someone born on February 14 is an Aquarius. What is this person's "true" zodiac according to the Sun's position on February 14, 2025? Hint: You might need to take a closer look!

• Pisces

• Capricornus

• Aquarius

• Mercury

• Ophiuchus

Which constellation is the Big Dipper asterism located within?

Which stars in the Big Dipper point directly to Polaris?

• Dubhe and Merak

• Phecda and Merak

• Mizar and Alkaid

• Dubhe and Megrez

What is the informal name (nickname) for Polaris?

When you observe the star Polaris, its azimuth is closest to...

• 0 degrees

• 90 degrees

• 180 degrees

• 270 degrees

True or False: Polaris goes out of view in the night sky because it eventually sets below the horizon.

• True

• False

The handle of the Big Dipper can be used to locate which star? (Hint: It arcs over to…)

• Arcturus

• Polaris

• Vega

• Alpha Centauri

Which planetary object is located very close to the observer’s horizon and an azimuth of approximately 280 degrees at 8:45 pm (20:45) on February 25, 2025?

• The Sun

• Venus

• Jupiter

• Saturn

• The Moon