Moonshot Comprehension

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What was the reaction of people watching the moon landing from Earth?

Back

They were excited to see history happening.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

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What did Neil Armstrong say when he landed on the moon?

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“Houston, Tranquility Base here. The Eagle has landed.”

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

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Why is traveling to the moon considered dangerous?

Back

The astronauts fly till time and fuel are running out.

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CCSS.RI.1.9

CCSS.RI.2.9

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RL.1.5

CCSS.RL.4.5

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What is the role of Mission Control during a space mission?

Back

To monitor the engines, and fuel valves.

Front

How did Armstrong feel in space according to his own words?

Back

As calm as a man who just parked a car.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What is a moonshot?

Back

A moonshot is an ambitious project or goal that aims to achieve something extraordinary.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What does 'Mission Control' do?

Back

Mission Control is responsible for overseeing and managing space missions from Earth.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

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What is the significance of the phrase 'The Eagle has landed'?

Back

It signifies that the lunar module has successfully landed on the moon.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What does it mean when astronauts say 'everything floats'?

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It refers to the microgravity environment in space where objects do not fall due to gravity.

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CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

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Why do astronauts wear special clothes in space?

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To protect them from extreme temperatures and provide life support.

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CCSS.RI.2.3

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.3