What's in Space? 6 W3

Who are astronomers?

• People who study birds

• People who study stars and planets

• People who study the ocean

• People who study rocks

What is the main use of the North Star in navigation?

• To tell time

• To find the direction of north

• To predict weather

• To measure distance

Which of the following is a type of eclipse where the Moon passes through the Earth's shadow?

• Solar eclipse

• Lunar eclipse

• Total eclipse

• Partial eclipse

What is a total eclipse?

• When the Sun completely covers the Moon

• When the Moon completely covers the Sun

• When the Earth completely covers the Sun

• When the Sun completely covers the Earth

How do constellations help astronomers?

• They provide light at night

• They help in identifying stars and mapping the sky

• They show the location of planets

• They predict weather patterns

What is the significance of the Pole Star?

• It marks the south pole

• It is the brightest star in the sky

• It remains almost fixed in the sky, marking the north

• It changes position every season

During which type of eclipse is the Sun partially covered?

• Total eclipse

• Partial eclipse

• Lunar eclipse

• Full moon

Which of the following is true about a solar eclipse?

• It can be dangerous to look at without protection

• It occurs every month

• It lasts for an entire day

• It can only be seen at night

What is the main difference between a total and a partial eclipse?

• The length of the eclipse

• The amount of celestial body covered

• The time of day

• The season

What is the role of stars in navigation?

• They provide warmth

• They help in determining direction

• They predict storms

• They measure time