Summer Triangle Asterism Quiz

Which three stars form the Summer Triangle asterism?

• Vega, Altair, and Deneb

• Polaris, Capella, and Arcturus

• Procyon, Castor, and Pollux

• Sirius, Betelgeuse, and Rigel

Which constellation is associated with the star Vega?

• Lyra

• Aquila

• Cygnus

• Orion

What shape does the constellation Cygnus form in the sky?

• A triangle

• A cross

• A square

• A circle

Which constellation is known for its distinctive parallelogram shape?

• Lyra

• Cygnus

• Aquila

• Orion

Which star is the brightest in the Summer Triangle?

• Vega

• Altair

• Deneb

• Sirius

Which constellation is represented as an eagle?

• Lyra

• Cygnus

• Aquila

• Orion

How far away is the star Deneb from Earth?

• 16 light years

• 2,600 light years

• 1,000 light years

• 26 light years

What is the significance of the star Albireo?

• It is the brightest star in the sky

• It is the closest star to Earth

• It is an optical double star with gold and blue colors

• It is part of the constellation Orion

What is the order of brightness for the stars in the Summer Triangle?

• Altair, Deneb, Vega

• Vega, Altair, Deneb

• Altair, Vega, Deneb

• Deneb, Altair, Vega

What is an asterism?

• A true constellation

• A smaller pattern or group of stars

• A type of galaxy

• A meteor shower