Quiz on Constellations

What is a constellation?

• A cluster of planets orbiting a star

• A group of stars forming a recognizable pattern

• A single bright star in the night sky

• A type of galaxy

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

• 88

• 50

• 100

• 25

What is the brightest star in the constellation Orion?

• Betelgeuse

• Rigel

• Bellatrix

• Aldebaran

The Big Dipper is part of which larger constellation?

• Ursa Major

• Ursa Minor

• Draco

• Cassiopeia

Which of the following constellations is known for its distinctive 'W' shape?

• Cassiopeia

• Andromeda

• Pegasus

• Lyra

In Greek mythology, Orion was a:

• Hunter

• King

• God of war

• Sailor

Which constellation is named after a princess in Greek mythology, who was chained to a rock as a sacrifice?

• Andromeda

• Perseus

• Aquarius

• Leo

What is the Zodiac in astronomy?

• A group of 12 constellations along the Sun’s apparent path

• A collection of galaxies near the Milky Way

• A region of stars that changes monthly

• A group of planets

The Scorpius constellation represents:

• A warrior

• A scorpion that killed Orion

• A ship sailing the Milky Way

• A wise old king

The Taurus constellation is associated with which mythological creature?

• A dragon

• A lion

• A bull

• A horse