Astronomy Quiz 8th Grade

What is the force that pulls objects towards each other?

• Gravity

• Magnetism

• Friction

• Electricity

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Which branch of science studies celestial objects, space, and the physical universe?

• Geology

• Chemistry

• Astronomy

• Biology

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What is a celestial body that orbits around a star and does not produce light of its own?

• planet

• asteroid

• comet

• moon

What is a vast system of stars, gas, dust, and other celestial objects held together by gravitational forces?

• ocean

• continent

• mountain

• galaxy

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What is the measure of the force of gravity on an object?

• Weight

• Mass

• Acceleration

• Velocity

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What is the amount of matter in an object?

• Weight

• Density

• Mass

• Volume

What is the star at the center of our solar system?

• Moon

• Mars

• Sun

• Jupiter

What is a collection of planets, moons, asteroids, comets, and other celestial bodies that orbit around a star?

• galaxy

• universe

• solar system

• constellation

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What is the scientific theory that explains the origin of the universe?

• Steady State theory

• Intelligent Design theory

• Flat Earth theory

• Big Bang theory

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What is the force that pulls objects towards each other?

• electricity

• gravity

• magnetism

• friction

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