Watching the Night Skies

Why does the moon appear to change shape?

• The moon changes its size.

• Clouds cover parts of the moon.

• Light from the sun hits different parts of the moon.

• The moon rotates rapidly.

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How many planets can be seen from Earth without a telescope?

• All planets except Neptune

• Only Earth

• All planets except Mars

• Only Mercury and Venus

What makes comets visible from Earth?

• Their own light

• Sunlight reflecting off dust and gas particles

• Light from nearby stars

• Their rapid movement

What is the scientific name for a shooting star?

• A comet

• A meteor

• A planet

• A satellite

What causes the aurora borealis?

• Reflections from the ocean

• Electrically charged particles in the solar wind

• Light from the moon

• Heat from the sun

What are constellations?

• Groups of planets

• Patterns of stars

• Clusters of galaxies

• Collections of comets

Why is the constellation Ursa Major important to people?

• It is the largest constellation.

• It is always visible in the Southern Hemisphere.

• It points the way to Polaris.

• It contains the brightest star.

How can someone without a telescope discover the night sky?

• By using a microscope

• By reading books and using apps

• By listening to the radio

• By watching TV shows