Constellations

A group of stars that form a pattern in the sky when viewed from earth is called a _____________.

• galaxy

• solar system

• planet

• constellation

TRUE or FALSE.  Constellations that are only seen for a part of the year are called seasonal constellations.

• TRUE

• FALSE

How many named constellations are there?

• 80

• 84

• 88

• 92

Who were the first ancient group of people to first describe constellations?

• French

• Greek

• British

• Chinese

What do we call a group of stars that forms a pattern that has been recognized and named by scientists?

• Constellation

• Galaxy

• Universe

• Asterism

What are groups of stars as seen from Earth called?

{Often names come from ancient cultures or stories}

• Constellations

• Zodiac

• Light-Years

• Galaxies

Answer explanation

Groups of stars as seen from Earth are called constellations. These names often come from ancient cultures or stories, making them significant in various traditions.

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One of 88 groups of stars that form a pattern that has been recognized and named by scientists.

• Asterism

• Galaxy

• Constellation

• Supernova

Examine the constellation in the image. Which of the following statements is true about it?

• The stars are inside the Solar System, among the Outer Planets (like Jupiter).

• The stars are all the same distance from Earth.

• The stars are all close to each other in the universe.

• The stars are actually nowhere near each other as they are vastly different distances from each other.

How many constellations are there officially?

• 12

• 72

• 88

• 1

Which constellation is this?

• Scorpius

• Canis Major

• Pisces

• Orion

• Draco