Astronomy Quiz

What is the definition of "location"?

• A celestial body moving in an elliptical orbit around a star

• A position or place

• A map of the constellations

• The study of the universe and celestial objects

What does the term "universe" refer to?

• A tool used to show magnetic north

• A grouping of stars seen as a figure or design

• All space and the matter space contains

• The process of traveling in and learning about an unfamiliar place

What is the "solar system"?

• A ball of gas in space that produces its own light and heat

• The Sun together with the group of planets and other celestial bodies that revolve around it

• An optical instrument used to view distant objects

• A curved path followed by a satellite

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What does "composition" mean?

• The general makeup of something

• A map of the constellations

• A position or place

• The luminous star around which Earth and other planets revolve

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What is a "planet"?

• A celestial body moving in an elliptical orbit around a star

• A tool used to show magnetic north

• A grouping of stars seen as a figure or design

• The study of the universe and celestial objects

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What is an "orbit"?

• A map of the constellations

• A curved path followed by a satellite as it revolves around an object

• The process of traveling in and learning about an unfamiliar place

• A ball of gas in space that produces its own light and heat

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What is the "sun"?

• A tool used to show magnetic north

• The luminous star around which Earth and other planets revolve

• A grouping of stars seen as a figure or design

• The study of the universe and celestial objects

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What is a "star"?

• A ball of gas in space that produces its own light and heat

• An optical instrument used to view distant objects

• A map of the constellations

• The general makeup of something

What is a "constellation"?

• A grouping of stars seen as a figure or design

• A tool used to show magnetic north

• The process of traveling in and learning about an unfamiliar place

• A celestial body moving in an elliptical orbit around a star

What are "seasons"?

• The four natural divisions of the year based on changes in temperature

• A map of the constellations

• A position or place

• The general makeup of something

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