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Constellations

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    Astronomy
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  • What use for constellations is NOT mentioned in the opening paragraphs?
    To understand the origins of life in the universe
    To provide entertainment
    To help people find their way
    To allow people to head toward the right direction
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  • What is the best meaning of the word "sparse" in the second paragraph?
    depressed
    rare
    boring
    interesting
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  • Why do constellations change in the sky from month to month?
    Because of passing fashions
    Because stars are always moving
    Because of the Earth's movements
    Because of the weather
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  • 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
    To ease international communication
    Because the Russians insisted
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  • What point is being made in the sixth paragraph?
    The stars look different depending on where you are standing
    You won't see stars well under street lights
    Perspective makes stars seem closer
    Stars used to be closer together
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  • Where would you most likely find this text?
    A newspaper
    A notice board
    An advertisement
    A children's encyclopedia
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