There are two options for this homework. Please only complete ONE of them for credit. Doing more will not earn you double the house points. Extra credit is available to outstanding efforts and creativity.

⌦ option one (worth 10 pts)
Using your textbook, answer the following:

1. Define the term “equinox” using your own words.
2. Define the term “solstice” using your own words.
3. Define the term “cross-quarter day” using your own words and how does it related to Halloween?
4. What is “Samhain” and how does it relate to astronomy?
5. What are the seven October constellations?

OOC: This is a straight forward question and answer option. Please please PLEASE use your own words and do not just copy paste from Wikipedia or another site <3

⌦ option two (worth 10 pts)
Select one of the constellations discussed in class and design a Halloween costumed based on it.

OOC: This is a graphics inclined option. You may hand draw, Photoshop manip, or Polyvore to create your costume.

⌦ RP EXTRA CREDIT (worth 5 points)
Come enjoy the Halloween party in the Spirit Room You'll receive further instructions upon arrival. You are encouraged to come in costume - it IS Halloween after all. Bonus points if you come wearing your designed costume or any astronomy related costume

OOC: this is an optional RP assignment. Please keep in mind that the thread may remain open longer than the homework deadline listed below. Please PM me the links to your posts when you submit. Please visit the link above for further instructions on how to earn extra credit.

⌦ this assignment is due January 24th @ midnight PST

Please be sure you have read through Astronomy & Space Navigation and paid particular attention to the rules regarding homework submission. Late homework submissions will not be accepted. Any questions, concerns, or what have you can be sent to me via PM. You do NOT have to have participated in the lesson to do this homework.