Exploring the Night Sky and Ancient Astronomy

What is the cultural significance of the emu constellation in the Aboriginal nation of Wiradjuri?

• It signals the time for hunting kangaroos.

• It marks the beginning of the rainy season.

• It indicates the best time for collecting emu eggs.

• It is a symbol of the harvest festival.

How did Polynesians navigate across the Pacific Ocean?

• By using a compass and maps.

• By memorizing the positions of stars.

• By following the flight patterns of birds.

• By using ocean currents and wind patterns.

What is one proposed function of Stonehenge?

• A burial site for ancient kings.

• A place for religious ceremonies.

• A fortress for defense against invaders.

• An astronomical computer for predicting eclipses.

What is the purpose of the 13 towers at Chankillo in Peru?

• To function as a religious temple.

• To act as a detailed solar calendar.

• To serve as a military lookout.

• To be used as a burial site.

What is one consequence of increasing light pollution?

• It disrupts the natural navigation of animals.

• It helps birds navigate more easily.

• It reduces the need for artificial lighting.

• It enhances the visibility of stars.