Astronomy Practice Questions - Chapter 2

Astronomy Practice Questions - Chapter 2

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Astronomy Practice Questions - Chapter 2

Astronomy Practice Questions - Chapter 2

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the geocentric view of the universe?

The belief that Earth is the center of the universe

The belief that the Sun is the center of the universe

The belief that the Moon is the center of the universe

The belief that the universe has no center

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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How did our ancient ancestors think of the celestial sphere?

An imaginary line perpendicular to the celestial equator

An actual sphere of transparent material with stars embedded in it

The point directly above your head

The point where the sky meets the ground

3.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

How do stars appear to move in the night sky? (select all that apply)

They all rise on the eastern horizon, move across the sky, and all set together on the western horizon

They stay fixed in their positions relative to each other

They move in a circular path around the observer

Each star has its own apparent motion, independent of all the other stars

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is  the ecliptic?

The angle between the celestial equator and the north star

A narrow band of the sky that the sun, moon, and planets move across

The angle between the Sun and the celestial equator

An imaginary line that extends from the equator to the poles

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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What are the zodiac constellations?

Constellations that lie within a narrow belt centered on the ecliptic

Constellations that are visible only in the Southern Hemisphere

Constellations that are visible only in the Northern Hemisphere

Constellations that are visible all year round

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6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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8. What is an asterism?

A noticeable star pattern within a constellation

A star that appears to move faster than others in the sky

A star that is part of multiple constellations

A star that is visible only during certain seasons

7.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Which celestial objects appear to move along the ecliptic? (select all that apply)

The Sun and Moon

The planets

The Zodiac constellations

The Big Dipper

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