Constellations and Zodiac Symbols

The video explores the history of stargazing and the significance of the zodiac. It explains what constellations are and introduces the 13 zodiac constellations, detailing their visibility throughout the year. The zodiac forms a circular pattern in the sky, which has been used by astronomers to track celestial objects. The video concludes by highlighting the zodiac's role in understanding the movement of celestial bodies.

Why have people been studying the skies for centuries?

• To find new planets

• Because it is beautiful

• To predict the weather

• To communicate with aliens

What is a constellation?

• A cluster of stars forming a pattern

• A planet

• A single star

• A comet

Which of the following constellations is part of the zodiac?

• Hercules

• Draco

• Pegasus

• Gemini

What is the constellation visible in January called?

• Sagittarius

• Pisces

• Aries

• Aquarius

Which constellation is known as the water bearer?

• Cancer

• Pisces

• Leo

• Aquarius

What does the constellation Taurus represent?

• A bull

• A scorpion

• A crab

• A lion

Which constellation is visible in July?

• Libra

• Virgo

• Leo

• Cancer

What does the constellation Virgo symbolize?

• A ram

• A scorpion

• A maiden

• A lion

Which constellation is known as the scorpion?

• Ophiuchus

• Scorpius

• Sagittarius

• Libra

What does the term 'zodiac' loosely translate to in Greek?

• Circle of stars

• Circle of animals

• Circle of planets

• Circle of gods