Big Dipper Facts and Trivia

Big Dipper Facts and Trivia

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Fun

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

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The video explains that the Big Dipper is part of the larger constellation Ursa Major. It details the names and characteristics of its seven stars, including their movement and cultural significance. The Big Dipper is visible all year in the northern sky and helps locate the North Star. The stars vary in size, color, and distance from Earth, with some being much larger and hotter than the Sun. Over time, the Big Dipper's shape changes due to the stars' movements. The video also highlights the Big Dipper's historical formation and its future appearance. Finally, viewers are encouraged to engage with the channel.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Big Dipper a part of?

A separate constellation

Ursa Major

The Milky Way

Orion's Belt

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the Big Dipper help in navigation?

It points to the South Star

It remains stationary in the sky

Its stars form a compass

It points to the North Star

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which star in the Big Dipper is known for spinning rapidly?

Dubhe

Alkaid

Mizar

Alioth

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the color of the stars in the Big Dipper?

Green

Bluish white

Yellow

Red

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did some Native American tribes call the Big Dipper?

The Hunter

The Warrior

The Guide

The Lifegiver

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How far away are the stars of the Big Dipper from Earth?

49-84 light years

10-20 light years

30-40 light years

100-150 light years

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Approximately how old is the Big Dipper?

1 billion years

500 million years

100 million years

2 billion years

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