Astrology Astrological Aspects and Transits 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is a 'conjunction' aspect in astrology?
- Two planets 180 degrees apart
- Two planets 90 degrees apart
- Two planets 0 degrees apart (same position) (Correct answer)
- Two planets 120 degrees apart
Correct answer: Two planets 0 degrees apart (same position)
A conjunction occurs when two planets occupy the same degree of the zodiac, blending their energies intensely and amplifying both planets' qualities.
Question 2: What is an 'opposition' aspect?
- Two planets 60 degrees apart
- Two planets 90 degrees apart
- Two planets 180 degrees apart (Correct answer)
- Two planets 120 degrees apart
Correct answer: Two planets 180 degrees apart
An opposition is a 180-degree aspect where two planets face each other across the zodiac, creating tension and the need for balance between opposing forces.
Question 3: A 'trine' aspect in astrology involves two planets how many degrees apart?
- 60 degrees
- 90 degrees
- 120 degrees (Correct answer)
- 150 degrees
Correct answer: 120 degrees
A trine is a 120-degree aspect between two planets of the same element, considered the most harmonious and flowing of the major aspects.
Question 4: What does a 'square' aspect represent in astrology?
- Harmony and ease between two planets
- Friction and challenge that drives action between two planets (Correct answer)
- A merging of two planetary energies
- A supportive, gentle influence
Correct answer: Friction and challenge that drives action between two planets
A square is a 90-degree aspect that creates tension and challenge between two planets, acting as a motivating friction that pushes growth.
Question 5: What is a 'sextile' aspect?
- A 30-degree angle between two planets
- A 45-degree angle between two planets
- A 60-degree angle between two planets (Correct answer)
- A 72-degree angle between two planets
Correct answer: A 60-degree angle between two planets
A sextile is a 60-degree aspect between planets in compatible elements (fire-air or earth-water), offering opportunities that require some effort to activate.
Question 6: What is an 'orb' in the context of astrological aspects?
- A special chart pattern involving all planets
- The allowable degree of deviation from an exact aspect (Correct answer)
- The ruling planet of an aspect
- The midpoint between two planets
Correct answer: The allowable degree of deviation from an exact aspect
An orb is the tolerance range around an exact aspect — for example, a conjunction may be allowed a 10-degree orb, meaning planets within 10 degrees are considered conjunct.
Astrology Astrological Aspects and Transits 1
What is a 'conjunction' aspect in astrology?