Default Title

Question (31)

QN004340

Why should observers wait about half an hour after reaching a dark location?

(A) To measure temperature
(B) To allow eyes to adjust to darkness
(C) To locate the Moon first
(D) To reduce wind effects

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Eyes need time to adapt to darkness for better viewing.

Link:

Report Error

Question (32)

QN004341

Which of the following is NOT recommended for night sky watching?

(A) Open dark area
(B) Mobile sky map app
(C) Tall buildings blocking the sky
(D) Notebook for observations

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Tall buildings obstruct the view of the sky.

Link:

Report Error

Question (33)

QN004342

Orion is best viewed in India after sunset during

(A) May to August
(B) June to September
(C) December to April
(D) January only

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Orion is best visible from December to April.

Link:

Report Error

Question (34)

QN004343

The easiest way to identify Orion is by locating

(A) The brightest star in the sky
(B) Three bright stars in a short straight line
(C) A group of seven stars
(D) The Pole Star first

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Orion's belt consists of three bright stars in a line.

Link:

Report Error

Question (35)

QN004344

After identifying Orion, Sirius can be found by following a line through Orion’s

(A) Head stars
(B) Shoulder stars
(C) Belt stars
(D) Foot stars

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Extending the line through Orion’s belt helps locate Sirius.

Link:

Report Error

Question (36)

QN004345

Which statement correctly explains why different cultures have different constellation stories?

(A) Stars change position daily
(B) People imagine different shapes and meanings from the same stars
(C) Stars have different colours in different countries
(D) Constellations exist only in certain regions

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Different cultures interpret the same star patterns differently.

Link:

Report Error

Question (37)

QN004346

A traveller in the Southern Hemisphere tries to locate the Pole Star using the Big Dipper method. Why may this fail?

(A) The Pole Star is too bright
(B) The Pole Star is not visible from the Southern Hemisphere
(C) The Big Dipper disappears permanently
(D) Stars stop twinkling there

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

The Pole Star cannot be seen from the Southern Hemisphere.

Link:

Report Error

Question (38)

QN004347

Which technological aid is specifically mentioned for identifying stars and constellations?

(A) GPS navigator only
(B) Calculator
(C) Sky mapping app
(D) Thermometer

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Sky mapping apps help identify celestial objects.

Link:

Report Error

Question (39)

QN004348

Hanle in Ladakh is a good location for observing stars mainly because it has

(A) Dense forests
(B) Heavy rainfall
(C) Very little air and light pollution
(D) High daytime temperatures

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Low pollution makes the night sky clearer.

Link:

Report Error

Question (40)

QN004349

A student notices that stars are clearly visible in a village but not in a nearby city. Which factor best explains this observation?

(A) Villages are closer to stars
(B) Earth rotates faster near villages
(C) Villages generally have less light pollution
(D) Stars shine brighter above villages

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Lower light pollution allows more stars to be seen.

Link:

Report Error

Question (31)

Why should observers wait about half an hour after reaching a dark location?

Explanation:

Link:

Question (32)

Which of the following is NOT recommended for night sky watching?

Explanation:

Link:

Question (33)

Orion is best viewed in India after sunset during

Explanation:

Link:

Question (34)

The easiest way to identify Orion is by locating

Explanation:

Link:

Question (35)

After identifying Orion, Sirius can be found by following a line through Orion’s

Explanation:

Link:

Question (36)

Which statement correctly explains why different cultures have different constellation stories?

Explanation:

Link:

Question (37)

A traveller in the Southern Hemisphere tries to locate the Pole Star using the Big Dipper method. Why may this fail?

Explanation:

Link:

Question (38)

Which technological aid is specifically mentioned for identifying stars and constellations?

Explanation:

Link:

Question (39)

Hanle in Ladakh is a good location for observing stars mainly because it has

Explanation:

Link:

Question (40)

A student notices that stars are clearly visible in a village but not in a nearby city. Which factor best explains this observation?

Explanation:

Link:

Excel With Tutors

ExcelWithTutors

For Student

For Tutors

Learn

OUR POLICY