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Which celestial bodies emit their own heat and light, and are made up of gases?

Asteroids
Moons
Planets
Stars (correct)

How often can one see the full moon according to the text?

Once every two weeks
Once a week
Twice a month
Once in about a month's time (correct)

What is the reason why we cannot see the moon and bright objects in the night sky during the day?

The very bright light of the sun obscures them from view. (correct)
The moon and stars are not visible during day time.
Clouds block our view of celestial bodies during the day.
The moon and stars become invisible during the day.

What is a New moon night also known as?

Amavasya (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the North star in determining directions at night?

It remains in the same position in the sky (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinctive feature of planets as mentioned in the text?

They are referred to as 'wanderers' (D) Signup and view all the answers

How did people in ancient times determine directions during the night?

By tracking the position of the Pole Star (D) Signup and view all the answers

How do planets receive light according to the text?

They reflect sunlight from stars (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Saptarishi constellation?

It helps locate the Pole Star (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply about planets in terms of heat and light?

They are lit by the light of stars (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did people in ancient times use the North star for navigation?

It was used to locate the position of the Saptarishi (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why are celestial bodies like planets referred to as 'wanderers'?

Because they wander around the solar system (D) Signup and view all the answers

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