Name _________________________

Date______________

Star Charts and Constellations Pre-Test

Directions: This is will not be graded, but will be used to test your prior
knowledge on the subject we will be studying this week. Do your best and
answer the multiple choice and short answer questions.

1) Constellations are
a. A group of stars that form a recognizable pattern
b. A lot of stars
c. Only visible in the daytime
2) Star Charts can be used to ___________________.
3) What is a star?
a. A constellation
b. A hot or cold sphere of gas
c. A hot or cold sphere of radiation
4) Do the seasons change the constellations we can see at night?
a. Yes
b. No
5) Do you need a different star chart for differnet seasons?
a. Yes
b. No
Answer Key:
1) A
2) Locate stars, etc.
3) C
4) A
5) A