Constellations | Baamboozle - Baamboozle | The Most Fun Classroom Games!

English 6 Public

Astronomy

Study Slideshow

What use for constellations is NOT mentioned in the opening paragraphs?

To allow people to head toward the right direction

To help people find their way

To understand the origins of life in the universe

To provide entertainment

15

What is the best meaning of the word "sparse" in the second paragraph?

depressed

boring

rare

interesting

15

Why do constellations change in the sky from month to month?

Because of the weather

Because stars are always moving

Because of passing fashions

Because of the Earth's movements

15

Why do astronomers call the constellation 'Ursa Major' by this name?

Because Russia provides much of the finance for these organ

They decided that's what it most looks like

Because the Russians insisted

To ease international communication

15

What point is being made in the sixth paragraph?

Perspective makes stars seem closer

You won't see stars well under street lights

The stars look different depending on where you are standing

Stars used to be closer together

15

Where would you most likely find this text?

A children's encyclopedia

A newspaper

A notice board

An advertisement

15