Question 1

Why is Polaris helpful in finding directions?

Accepted Answer

It is fixed star which always points at the north.

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It can be seen both day and night.

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It is the biggest star in the universe.

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It is the most visible stars in the night sky.

Question 2

Which of the following is also called as a North Star?

Accepted Answer

Polaris

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Reddish star

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Betelgeuse

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Sirius

Question 3

What is the bluish-white star found in the constellation Orion?

Accepted Answer

Rigel

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Polaris

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Orion

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Cassiopeia

Question 4

The following sentences are true about stars except one. Which one is NOT?

Accepted Answer

All stars are the same.

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Stars are giant balls of hot gases.

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The size of stars is measured in diameter.

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The color of the star determines its hotness.

Question 5

What do you call the group of stars that form certain patterns in the sky?

Accepted Answer

Constellation

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Galaxy

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Polaris

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Asterism

Question 6

What is known as the largest star?

Accepted Answer

Betelgeuse

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VY Canis Major

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Polaris

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Arcturus

Question 7

Which constellation is based on the Ethiopian queen?

Accepted Answer

Cassiopeia

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Ursa Major

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Orion

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Pegasus

Question 8

Why does the sun seem to be the biggest star in the universe?

Accepted Answer

It is the nearest star from the earth.

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It is the brightest star.

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It is a yellow star.

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It is the hottest star.

Question 9

It is an imaginary belt or path in the heaven that includes the path of the planets?

Accepted Answer

Zodiac

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Asterism

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Star

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Constellation

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