Crash Course Constellations 1

What is a constellation?

• A single star in the sky

• A pattern or shape of stars in the sky given a name

• A planet in our solar system

• A type of galaxy

What does a star give off from its core?

• Water

• Wind

• Sound

• Light

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-1

How many named constellations are there?

• 88

• 100

• 48

• 12

What is the most famous star to us on Earth?

• Polaris

• Sirius A

• Betelgeuse

• The Sun

Who described 48 constellations in the 2nd century?

• Aristotle

• Galileo

• Newton

• Ptolemy

What does the constellation name 'Draco' mean in Latin?

• Horse

• Dragon

• Hero

• Fish

Which constellation is named after a Greek hero that appears as if holding a bow?

• Draco

• Pegasus

• Hercules

• Orion

What mythical creature did Zeus transform into a constellation?

• A horse

• A lion

• A dragon

• A scorpion

How do astronomers use constellations?

• To communicate with aliens

• To predict the future

• To help map the night sky

• To find their way home

What is the purpose of naming constellations after shapes or patterns?

• To make the sky look prettier

• To confuse people

• To honor ancient gods and heroes

• To help identify and locate stars in the sky