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Why do objects appear smaller when seen from a distance?

Because the objects are further away (correct)

Because the objects are actually smaller

Because of the curvature of the Earth

Because of the magnification of the atmosphere

What is the name of the constellation that includes the 'Saptarishi' (seven sages)?

Cassiopeia

Ursa Major (correct)

Orion

Andromeda

What is the purpose of the Pole Star?

To indicate the north direction (correct)

To help locate other constellations

To help determine directions during the day

To guide ships at sea

What is the difference between a planet and a star?

Planets are lit by the light of the stars Signup and view all the answers

How does the Earth appear when viewed from the moon?

As a small, shining object Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the Earth and the moon?

The moon is a satellite of the Earth Signup and view all the answers

Why can't we see the moon and bright tiny objects in the night sky during the day time?

Because the bright light of the sun obscures them from view. Signup and view all the answers

What is a New moon night also known as?

Amavasya Signup and view all the answers

What do some celestial bodies do differently compared to others in terms of their light?

They glow without any flicker similar to the moon. Signup and view all the answers

What are celestial bodies that are very big and hot, made up of gases, and emit heat and light known as?

Stars Signup and view all the answers

How often can one see the full moon?

Once every month Signup and view all the answers

Why are countless twinkling stars in the night sky compared to the sun?

Because they are similar to the sun in terms of emitting heat and light. Signup and view all the answers

What do the bright dots shining in the sky after sunset represent?

Stars Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between the stars that twinkle and those that simply glow?

The twinkling stars are caused by the Earth's atmosphere, while the glowing stars are not affected by it. Signup and view all the answers

How often can one see the full moon?

Once a month Signup and view all the answers

Why can't we see the moon and the bright tiny objects in the night sky during the day time?

The sun's bright light does not allow us to see the moon and stars. Signup and view all the answers

What are the celestial bodies that are very big, hot, made up of gases, and emit heat and light called?

Stars Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the night when the moon cannot be seen?

New moon night Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe groups of stars forming different patterns in the night sky?

Constellations Signup and view all the answers

Why is the North star also known as the Pole Star?

Because it remains in the same position in the sky Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used to describe celestial bodies that do not have their own heat and light?

Planets Signup and view all the answers

From which Greek word does the term 'planet' originate, indicating their characteristic of moving or wandering?

'Planetai' Signup and view all the answers

What is a satellite in relation to celestial bodies?

A celestial body that orbits a planet Signup and view all the answers

How can one identify the position of the Pole Star using the Saptarishi constellation?

By drawing an imaginary line through its seven stars Signup and view all the answers

All celestial bodies shine brightly in the night sky.

False Signup and view all the answers

The sun is considered a celestial body.

True Signup and view all the answers

The moon only appears during the day time.

False Signup and view all the answers

New moon night is also known as Poornima.

False Signup and view all the answers

The twinkling stars in the night sky are similar to the sun.

True Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

Why do objects appear smaller when seen from a distance?

What is the name of the constellation that includes the 'Saptarishi' (seven sages)?

What is the purpose of the Pole Star?

What is the difference between a planet and a star?

How does the Earth appear when viewed from the moon?

What is the relationship between the Earth and the moon?

Why can't we see the moon and bright tiny objects in the night sky during the day time?

What is a New moon night also known as?

What do some celestial bodies do differently compared to others in terms of their light?

What are celestial bodies that are very big and hot, made up of gases, and emit heat and light known as?

How often can one see the full moon?

Why are countless twinkling stars in the night sky compared to the sun?

What do the bright dots shining in the sky after sunset represent?

What is the difference between the stars that twinkle and those that simply glow?

How often can one see the full moon?

Why can't we see the moon and the bright tiny objects in the night sky during the day time?

What are the celestial bodies that are very big, hot, made up of gases, and emit heat and light called?

What is the name of the night when the moon cannot be seen?

What term is used to describe groups of stars forming different patterns in the night sky?

Why is the North star also known as the Pole Star?

Which term is used to describe celestial bodies that do not have their own heat and light?

From which Greek word does the term 'planet' originate, indicating their characteristic of moving or wandering?

What is a satellite in relation to celestial bodies?

How can one identify the position of the Pole Star using the Saptarishi constellation?

All celestial bodies shine brightly in the night sky.

The sun is considered a celestial body.

The moon only appears during the day time.

New moon night is also known as Poornima.

The twinkling stars in the night sky are similar to the sun.

Celestial bodies that are big, hot, made up of gases, and emit heat and light are called planets.

Objects look smaller when seen from a distance.

The North star indicates the south direction.

The moon that we see in the sky is a planet.

All celestial bodies have their own heat and light.

The earth gets its heat and light from the moon.

In ancient times, people used stars to determine directions during the day.

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