1.  Identify seven different constellations in the sky.

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 2.  Explain why the stars seem to twinkle.

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 3.  Explain the differences between:

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     b.  satellites  _______________________________________________________________

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     c.  comets  ___________________________________________________________________

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     d.  meteorites  _______________________________________________________________

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     e.  stars  ____________________________________________________________________

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     f.  galaxies __________________________________________________________________

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 4.  Learn the names and sizes of the planets in our solar system.  Draw a chart
     showing the different sizes. 

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 5.  Explain what is meant by light-year.

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 6.  Give the distance in light-years to the nearest star and estimated distance to
     the farthest galaxy.

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 7.  Visit an observatory or planetarium, or draw a star map showing the major
     constellations.

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 8.  With a small telescope, study the stars on seven different nights.  Keep notes
     on what you have observed when identifying each object.

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     b.  Night #2  ___/___/___  ____________________________________________________

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     c.  Night #3  ___/___/___  ____________________________________________________

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     d.  Night #4  ___/___/___  ____________________________________________________

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     e.  Night #5  ___/___/___  ____________________________________________________

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     f.  Night #6  ___/___/___  ____________________________________________________

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     g. Night #7  ___/___/___  _____________________________________________________

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 9.  Give three Scripture references regarding stars.

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