Universe

What is the theory that explains the origin of the universe?

• Big Bang Theory

• Steady State Theory

• String Theory

• Quantum Theory

What is believed to be driving the expansion of the universe?

• Gravity

• Dark Energy

• Cosmic Rays

• Solar Winds

What is one possible fate of the universe as it continues to expand?

• Big Freeze

• Big Crunch

• Big Rip

• All of the option

What happens in the “Big Rip” scenario?

• The universe collapses into a singularity.

• Dark energy tears apart galaxies, stars, and atoms.

• The universe becomes infinitely dense.

• Space and time cease to exist.

What is the standard unit used to measure distances to stars and galaxies?

• Light-year

• Kilometer

• Astronomical Unit

• Parsec

What type of galaxy is the Milky Way?

• Elliptical

• Spiral

• Irregular

• Lenticular

What is the term for a group of stars forming a recognizable pattern?

• Asterism

• Constellation

• Star Cluster

• Nebula

What is the term for a star that suddenly increases in brightness due to a massive explosion?

• Supernova

• Nova

• Pulsar

• Quasar

Which constellation contains the Big Dipper?

• Ursa Major

• Ursa Minor

• Orion

• Aries

What is the name of the constellation that contains the North Star (Polaris)?

• Ursa Major

• Ursa Minor

• Draco

• Aries