Astronomy 106 Quiz #3

1. Define the saros cycle.

2. Define the Metonic cycle.

3. Which planets are visible only in the early evening and the early morning?

4. How do the solar, lunar and intercalary calendars differ?

5. Arrange the following places in order of the most northerly sunrise on the June solstice:

Stonehenge, Yucatan, Los Angeles, Fairbanks Alaska

6. What are the following parts of Stonehenge?

a. Aubrey Holes

b. Heel Stone