Intro Space Quiz, What do you already know?

What is the shape of the Earth's orbit around the Sun?

• Circular

• Elliptical

• Parabolic

• Hyperbolic

Which galaxy is the Milky Way expected to collide with in the future?

• Andromeda

• Triangulum

• Whirlpool

• Sombrero

What is the largest planet in our solar system?

• Earth

• Mars

• Jupiter

• Saturn

Match the following planets with their descriptions.

• Farthest planet from the Sun

• Neptune

• Closest planet to the Sun

• Mars

• Known as the 'Evening Star'

• Mercury

• Known as the 'Red Planet'

• Venus

What is the closest star to Earth?

• Proxima Centauri

• Alpha Centauri

• Betelgeuse

• Sirius

The Sun is made of mostly...

(a)  

• Oxygen

• Carbon

• Hydrogen
• Helium

Which planet has the most extensive ring system?

• Jupiter

• Saturn

• Uranus

• Neptune

How long does it take for light from the Sun to reach Earth?

• 8 seconds

• 8 minutes

• 8 hours

• 8 days

What is the name of the galaxy that contains our solar system?

• Andromeda

• Milky Way

• Triangulum

• Whirlpool

Which planet is known for its Great Red Spot?

• Mars

• Jupiter

• Saturn

• Neptune