The six clues below can be answered in such a way that the answers will lead to six related words. Can you make the connection?

1. Papal edict
2. Crosspatch
3. Like certain beds
4. Like Mary - espoused of Joseph
5. Whipping boy
6. Bang into with force

Answers to the clues:

1. Bull
2. Crab
3. Twins
4. Virgin
5. Goat
6. Ram

Connection:

Each answer is a symbol for one of the signs of the Zodiac:

1. Bull - Taurus
2. Crab - Cancer
3. Twins - Gemini
4. Virgin - Virgo
5. Goat - Capricorn
6. Ram - Aries

Credit:
John M. Samson
ZODIAC CHALLENGE