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The Ultimate Astronomy Quiz

Do you know your solstice from your equinox? Put your knowledge to the test and take the ultimate astronomy trivia quiz!

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Beano Quiz Team • Updated August 21st 2024

Time to shoot for the stars!

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How many moons does Mars have? 

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Which star is closest to the Sun?

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What is a supernova?

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What does it take Halley’s comet 75 years to do? 

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There are 88 named constellations according to the International Astronomical Union. True or false?

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Which British astronaut lived on the International Space Station for five months? 

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Who was the last man on the Moon?

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When did the Space Age begin? 

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What is the atmosphere on Mars mostly composed of?

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What type of heavenly body is Vesta?

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Amazing! You got a PERFECT score! You sure are a true space cadet... an incredible result, well done!

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Pretty good! While not a totally PERFECT score, you certainly know your space trivia. An impressive result, good job!

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Not so hot! While not the worst score in the galaxy, it seems you may need to brush up on your space trivia! Never mind, why not retake the quiz and improve your score?

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Oh dear! It seems you may need to brush up on your space trivia if you're to be a true space cadet! Never mind, why not retake the quiz and improve your score?