One Giant Leap

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What is a disadvantage?

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A disadvantage is something that is not helpful or makes a situation worse.

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Why were Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong nervous about leaving the Moon?

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They were nervous because if their launch into Moon orbit did not work, they could both die.

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What does the phrase, 'like a gold speckled bug' mean?

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It means the Eagle appears to look like a bug.

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What genre is 'One Giant Leap'?

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The genre is Informational.

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Why was it difficult for astronauts to plant the American Flag on the Moon?

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It was difficult because the Moon's surface is covered with a thin layer of powder that covers super hard rock.

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What is the main topic of 'One Giant Leap'?

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The main topic is about the Apollo 11 mission and the first Moon landing.

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Who were the first two astronauts to walk on the Moon?

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The first two astronauts to walk on the Moon were Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin.

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What is the significance of the American Flag on the Moon?

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The American Flag represents the achievement of the United States in landing on the Moon.

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What does 'informational' mean in terms of genre?

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Informational means the text provides facts and information about a specific topic.

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What is the role of Michael Collins during the Apollo 11 mission?

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Michael Collins was the command module pilot who orbited the Moon while Armstrong and Aldrin were on the surface.