This constellation was named after a Greek hero who bragged to be the greatest hunter. Goddess Hera heard that and sent a scorpion after him to test his skills. The hero was stung to death by the scorpion. Zeus felt sorry and sent him to the sky.
- Sagitta
- Cancer
- Sirius
- Orion
Answer
The correct answer is D) Orion.
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