Question

Which statement BEST explains why Orion is only visible for a few months of the year?

A.
As the Moon orbits Earth, it can block the view of stars in the night sky.
B.
As Earth rotates on its axis, the direction that Earth faces at night changes.
C.
As the stars of Orion rotate around Earth, they can be blocked by Earth itself.
D.
As Earth revolves around the Sun, the direction that Earth faces at night changes.

Answer 1

' D ' is on the right track. But if you don't mind getting out of bed at weird hours to look at the sky, Orion is visible for almost 11 months of the year.