PRACTICE TEST IN SCIENCE 9-ATHENA

What are constellations?

• Large land masses on Earth

• Patterns of stars in the sky

• Types of comets in space

• Moons orbiting other planets

Which of the following is a characteristic of stars?

• They emit light but no heat

• They do not move in the night sky

• They are all the same size

• They can vary in size and temperature

What is Polaris also known as?

• The Red Giant

• The North Star

• The Shooting Star

• The Comet

How did early people use constellations?

• To predict the weather

• To navigate and tell time

• To grow crops

• To communicate with other civilizations

Which constellation is often referred to as "The Hunter"?

• Orion

• Draco

• Ursa Major

• Cassiopeia

What is the imaginary line in the sky dividing the Earth into Northern and Southern Hemispheres called?

• Equator

• Meridian

• Horizon

• Celestial Equator

How many official constellations are recognized by the International Astronomical Union?

• 88

• 100

• 50

• 75

What color are the hottest stars?

• red

• blue

• yellow

• green

Which constellation is known for its "Big Dipper" asterism?

• Orion's Belt

• Scorpius

• Ursa Major

• Gemini

What is a group of stars that form a pattern called?

• Galaxy

• Asteroid

• Constellation

• Meteor