Exploring Constellations and Navigation

Exploring Constellations and Navigation

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Geography, Fun

3rd - 5th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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Sam the Bat and Jessi explore constellations, explaining their appearance and significance. They discuss how constellations change with seasons due to Earth's orbit, and how stars like Polaris aid in navigation. A viewer question about side-aches during exercise is answered, providing insights into possible causes and prevention. The video concludes with encouragement to explore the night sky and learn more about constellations.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the constellation that resembles a big soup ladle?

Pegasus

Ursa Major

The Big Dipper

Orion

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which constellation is known as the flying horse?

Cassiopeia

Aquarius

Pegasus

Orion

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why can't we see all constellations throughout the year?

The stars move around the Earth

The Earth rotates on its axis

The stars change their positions

The Earth orbits around the Sun

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During which months is the constellation Orion visible in the Northern Hemisphere?

July to October

March to June

November to February

May to August

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is another name for the star Polaris?

The South Star

The East Star

The West Star

The North Star

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can sailors use Polaris to navigate?

By aligning it with the moon

By following it to the east

By using it to determine north

By avoiding it to go south

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common name for Ursa Minor?

The Big Dipper

The Great Bear

The Little Dipper

The Little Bear

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