Question

astronomy fall 2025 final exam review
identify the following constellations:
1.
2.
3.
4.

1. gemini

Explanation:

1. The first constellation's pattern (with a distinct shape, likely Orion: Orion has a belt of three stars and other distinctive star groupings. The diagram's star arrangement matches Orion's typical outline.
2. The second constellation (with a triangle - like and a circular - like part) is likely Boötes: The shape with the "handle" and the bright star (Arcturus, represented by the circle) fits Boötes' pattern.
3. The third constellation (a zig - zag shape) is likely Cassiopeia: Cassiopeia is known for its W - or M - shaped (zig - zag) pattern of stars.
4. The fourth constellation (a square - like part and a curved line of stars) is likely Ursa Major (or the Big Dipper as part of it): The square - like part is the bowl of the Big Dipper, and the curved line is the handle, which is part of Ursa Major.
5. The fifth is already labeled as Gemini, which has two "twin" - like figures in its star pattern.

Answer:

1. Orion
2. Boötes
3. Cassiopeia
4. Ursa Major (Big Dipper)
5. Gemini