Canis Major Constellation Quiz

What is the primary focus of the Learn the Sky platform?

• Learning about the stars

• Learning about ancient civilizations

• Learning about the ocean

• Learning about modern technology

Which star is used as a guide to locate Canis Major?

• Vega

• Sirius

• Betelgeuse

• Polaris

What is the significance of the winter triangle asterism?

• It is visible only in the southern hemisphere

• It helps locate Canis Major

• It is a true constellation

• It helps identify summer constellations

In Greek mythology, what is Canis Major often associated with?

• A hunting dog

• A mythical bird

• A wise owl

• A fierce dragon

Which mythological creature is associated with Canis Major in Greek legends?

• The Nemean Lion

• The Hydra

• The Minotaur

• The Teumessian Fox

What is the brightest star in the night sky?

• Aldebaran

• Betelgeuse

• Sirius

• Rigel

What is the classification of Sirius A?

• A red giant

• A white main sequence star

• A blue supergiant

• A neutron star

What type of star is VY Canis Majoris?

• A blue giant

• A red dwarf

• A white dwarf

• A red hypergiant

What is the approximate distance of VY Canis Majoris from Earth?

• 8.5 light-years

• 1,400 light-years

• 3,900 light-years

• 10,000 light-years

What type of celestial objects are M41 and others in Canis Major?

• Nebulae

• Open star clusters

• Galaxies

• Globular clusters