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WorksheetsAstronomy Tools & Constellations
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
This tool shows the cardinal directions
a)
astrolabe
b)
compass
c)
sextant
d)
telescope
2.
This navigational tool measure the height of the horizon to an object in space to help explorers plot their location.
a)
astrolabe
b)
compass
c)
sextant
d)
telescope
3.
This tool is used by astronomers to make faint, faraway objects appear brighter and closer.
a)
astrolabe
b)
compass
c)
sextant
d)
telescope
4.
This navigational tool measure the height of the horizon to an object in space to help explorers plot their location.
a)
astrolabe
b)
compass
c)
sextant
d)
telescope
5.
When would an astronomer most likely use a telescope?
a)
to view the types of clouds in the sky
b)
to study the characteristics of a planet in our solar system
c)
to measure the amount of sunlight Earth receives
d)
to view objects across the ocean
6.
Which description correctly describes constellations?
a)
the group of planets that are found within our solar system
b)
all of the stars in our galaxy
c)
a collection, or group, of stars that create a pattern or image
d)
a person who studies astronomy
7.
Why do constellations appear to "move" throughout the year?
a)
stars rotate in the sky
b)
Earth's rotation
8.
Also known as the "big bear" and contains the Big Dipper
a)
Ursa Major
b)
Ursa Minor
c)
Orion
9.
Also known as the "little bear" and contains the Little Dipper
a)
Ursa Major
b)
Ursa Minor
c)
Orion
10.
Also known as "the hunter"
a)
Ursa Major
b)
Ursa Minor
c)
Orion
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