Space-And-Astronomy Quiz
Planets, stars and the science of the universe.
- Questions per game
- 25
- Question pool
- 30
- Time per question
- 50s
- Difficulty
- Mixed
About this Space-And-Astronomy quiz
The Space-And-Astronomy quiz is a timed trivia game. Each game gives you 25 questions, picked at random from a pool of 30 Space-And-Astronomy questions, so no two rounds are exactly the same. Every question has three answer options and one correct answer, and you have 50 seconds to choose. It is made for entertainment and quick learning: play a round, review the practice questions and answers on this page, then come back to beat your score.
What topics are included?
This category covers a wide range of Space-And-Astronomy questions. The practice questions further down this page are a good preview of the subjects you can expect in a game.
What you'll learn
- Key facts, names and terms connected to Space-And-Astronomy
- How to recall information quickly under time pressure
- Which areas you already know well and which are worth revising
- Surprising details you can share with friends and family
Who is this quiz for?
This quiz is for anyone who enjoys Space-And-Astronomy trivia: students revising for school or competitive exams, quiz lovers looking for a quick daily brain workout, and fans who want to find out how much they really know. You can play on any phone, tablet or computer.
Difficulty level
Mixed. Questions range from easy warm-ups to tougher details, so every game has something for beginners and experts alike.
How scoring works
- 25 questions in every game.
- 50 seconds to answer each question.
- +20 points for a correct answer.
- −10 points for a wrong answer.
- Your first choice is final: answers cannot be changed.
- If the timer runs out, the game ends automatically.
- High scores appear on the Space-And-Astronomy leaderboard.
Space-And-Astronomy quiz questions and answers
20 practice questions from this category. Tap a question to reveal the correct answer and explanation.
1. Which planet is closest to the Sun?
- • Venus
- • Mercury
- • Earth
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Correct answer: Mercury
2. What is the name of the galaxy that contains our Solar System?
- • Whirlpool
- • Andromeda
- • Milky Way
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Correct answer: Milky Way
3. Which planet is famous for its prominent rings?
- • Neptune
- • Saturn
- • Uranus
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Correct answer: Saturn
4. What is the closest star to Earth?
- • Proxima Centauri
- • Sirius
- • The Sun
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Correct answer: The Sun
5. Who was the first human to walk on the Moon?
- • Buzz Aldrin
- • Yuri Gagarin
- • Neil Armstrong
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Correct answer: Neil Armstrong
6. Which is the largest planet in our Solar System?
- • Saturn
- • Neptune
- • Jupiter
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Correct answer: Jupiter
7. What force keeps the planets in orbit around the Sun?
- • Friction
- • Gravity
- • Magnetism
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Correct answer: Gravity
8. What is a shooting star more correctly called?
- • Meteor
- • Asteroid
- • Comet
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Correct answer: Meteor
9. How many planets are there in our Solar System?
- • Eight
- • Nine
- • Seven
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Correct answer: Eight
10. What is Earth’s only natural satellite?
- • The Moon
- • Phobos
- • Titan
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Correct answer: The Moon
11. Which space agency landed the Apollo missions on the Moon?
- • ISRO
- • NASA
- • ESA
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Correct answer: NASA
12. What do we call a massive star collapse that pulls in even light?
- • Nebula
- • Black hole
- • Supernova
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Correct answer: Black hole
13. Which planet is known as the "Red Planet"?
- • Jupiter
- • Mercury
- • Mars
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Correct answer: Mars
14. What is the name of the telescope launched in 1990 that orbits Earth?
- • Kepler
- • Webb
- • Hubble
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Correct answer: Hubble
15. A group of stars forming a recognisable pattern is called a?
- • Cluster
- • System
- • Constellation
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Correct answer: Constellation
16. Which planet spins on its side, almost rolling around the Sun?
- • Saturn
- • Neptune
- • Uranus
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Correct answer: Uranus
17. What is the hottest planet in the Solar System?
- • Venus
- • Mercury
- • Mars
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Correct answer: Venus
18. Approximately how long does light from the Sun take to reach Earth?
- • 8 minutes
- • 8 seconds
- • 8 hours
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Correct answer: 8 minutes
19. What is the name of NASA’s rover that landed on Mars in 2021?
- • Opportunity
- • Curiosity
- • Perseverance
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Correct answer: Perseverance
20. Which planet has the most moons?
- • Saturn
- • Neptune
- • Jupiter
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Correct answer: Saturn
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Space-And-Astronomy quiz FAQ
How many questions are in the Space-And-Astronomy quiz?
Each game has 25 multiple-choice questions, picked at random from a pool of 30 Space-And-Astronomy questions, so every round is a little different.
How does scoring work in the Space-And-Astronomy quiz?
You earn 20 points for every correct answer and lose 10 points for a wrong one. You have 50 seconds per question, and your answer is locked in as soon as you choose it.
Is the Space-And-Astronomy quiz free to play?
Yes. No real money is involved. Starting a game uses 20 virtual Gems, which are free in-game points you collect by playing and from the daily bonus.
Can I win real money?
No. Gems and points are virtual, have no cash value and cannot be exchanged for money. Game Gems is for entertainment and learning only.
How difficult is the Space-And-Astronomy quiz?
Mixed. Questions range from easy warm-ups to tougher details, so every game has something for beginners and experts alike.
Where can I see the correct answers?
The practice questions on this page include their correct answers. During a game, the correct answer is shown after every question, together with an explanation whenever one is available.