Meteor Shower from Halley's Comet Quiz

What causes the Orionid meteor shower to occur annually in October?

• The Earth's orbit crossing the path of Halley's Comet debris

• The alignment of Venus and Jupiter

• The presence of a full Moon

• The Earth's proximity to the Sun

Why are the viewing conditions for the Orionid meteor shower ideal this year?

• The meteors are slower than usual

• The Moon is full, providing extra light

• There is no Moon to spoil the view

• The shower occurs during the day

Which celestial bodies form a bright triangle in the sky during the Orionid meteor shower?

• Mars, Saturn, and the Moon

• Venus, Jupiter, and Sirius

• The Sun, Mercury, and Venus

• Orion, Taurus, and Gemini

At what speed do meteoroids from Halley's Comet enter Earth's atmosphere?

• 50,000 mph

• 148,000 mph

• 100,000 mph

• 200,000 mph

What phenomenon can occur due to the high speed of Orionid meteors?

• They slow down and stop

• They explode, creating fireballs

• They change color

• They create rainbows