Following the Stars Quiz

What is the North Star also known as?

• Sirius

• Polaris

• Betelgeuse

• Vega

Which group of stars helps locate Polaris?

• Orion

• The Little Dipper

• Cassiopeia

• The Big Dipper

Why does Polaris appear to stay in the same place in the sky?

• It is part of a constellation

• It is the closest star to Earth

• It is directly in line with the Earth's axis

• It is the brightest star

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one full spin on its axis?

• 24 hours

• 72 hours

• 12 hours

• 48 hours

Which ancient cultures used stars for navigation?

• All of the above

• Aboriginal Australians

• Native Americans

• Inuits

What do dung beetles use to navigate at night?

• The Moon

• The Milky Way

• The North Star

• Streetlights

What is the purpose of the Earth's axis?

• To keep the Earth in orbit

• To control the Earth's temperature

• To point towards Polaris

• To create gravity

Which animal uses the stars to migrate?

• Lions

• Elephants

• Mallard ducks

• Penguins

What is the Big Dipper often compared to?

• A spoon

• A ladle

• A cup

• A bowl

What tool do astronomers use to observe stars closely?

• Microscope

• Binoculars

• Compass

• Hubble Telescope