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Mysteries of Constellations

Questions: 5

Grade: 5

Words: 61

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Ever gaze at the night sky? Those twinkling stars form patterns called constellations. For centuries, people used constellations for navigation and storytelling. Famous ones include Orion and the Big Dipper, each with a unique story. There are 88 recognized constellations. Even today, astronomers use constellations to locate stars and planets. Next time you look at the sky, try to spot a constellation!

Question 1

What are the patterns that stars form in the night sky called?

Galaxies

Solar Systems

Constellations

Explanation. The patterns that stars form in the night sky are called constellations.

Clusters

Nebulae

Question 2

What was one purpose people used constellations for?

Weather prediction

Timekeeping

Cooking

Navigation

Explanation. For centuries, people used constellations for navigation and storytelling.

Building

Question 3

Does the Big Dipper and Orion represent the same constellation?

Yes

No

Explanation. Orion and the Big Dipper are two distinct constellations.

Sometimes

Depends on the season

Only in the southern hemisphere

Question 4

How many recognized constellations are there?

50

100

76

88

Explanation. There are 88 recognized constellations.

101

Question 5

What do astronomers use constellations for today?

Predicting the weather

Locate stars and planets

Explanation. Even today, astronomers use constellations to locate stars and planets.

Predicting the future

Making maps

All of the above

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