Stars in the Nightsky

What are constellations?

• Constellations are planets that orbit stars.
• Constellations are clusters of galaxies in the universe.
• Constellations are groups of stars that form recognizable patterns.
• Constellations are types of celestial bodies like asteroids.

Which month is NOT a month when you can see the constellation Orion in the northern hemisphere?

• December

• February
• January
• July

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

In June, when we are facing the planet during the daytime why can't we see the constellation Orion?

• Orion is not visible in June because it is too far away.
• The stars in Orion are only visible at night, regardless of the month.
• We can't see Orion in June during the daytime because the Sun is in the same direction.
• Orion is blocked by the Earth's atmosphere in June.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Why do people in different parts of the Earth get to see different stars in different constellations?

• People in different parts of the Earth see different stars and constellations due to the curvature of the Earth and its rotation.
• Constellations are only visible from the North Pole.
• All people see the same stars regardless of location.
• Different stars are visible due to seasonal changes in weather.

What constellation will you see in the southern hemisphere?

• Cassiopeia
• Orion
• Aquarius

• Big Dipper

What is the shape of Earth's orbit around the Sun?

• Rectangular
• Circular
• Spiral
• Elliptical

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

What do some people call the Ursa Minor?

• Big Dipper
• Northern Cross
• Orion's Belt
• Little Bear

How did people use Polaris while navigating?

• Polaris served as a guide for finding the best fishing spots.
• Polaris was used as a fixed point to determine true north for navigation.
• Polaris was used to measure the distance to the horizon.
• Polaris indicated the time of day for travelers.

What figure does the constellation Aquarius look like?

• A water bearer pouring water from a jug.
• A tree with branches reaching out.
• A lion roaring in the sky.
• A fish swimming in water.

Which constellation can be seen alongside Pegasus and Casseiopeia?

• The Dragon's Head

• Leo
• Taurus
• Orion