Moonshot Comprehension Flashcard

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What happens to astronauts in a spacecraft when there is no gravity?

Back

They float because there is no gravity to pull them down.

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What is the main idea of the book 'Moonshot'?

Back

It tells the story of the Moon landing from the launch to when the astronauts returned to Earth.

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Why did people cheer when the astronauts landed on the moon?

Back

They were witnessing history, as no one had ever landed on the moon's surface before.

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What did Armstrong mean when he said 'the Eagle has landed'?

Back

He and Aldrin had successfully landed their craft on the moon's surface.

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Why was it important that the Eagle flew past their landing zone?

Back

The Eagle had a very limited amount of fuel, and they were running out.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

Gravity is a force that pulls objects toward each other, like the Earth pulling us down.

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What is a spacecraft?

Back

A spacecraft is a vehicle designed for travel or operation in outer space.

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Who were the first astronauts to land on the moon?

Back

Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin were the first astronauts to land on the moon.

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What is the Saturn V rocket?

Back

The Saturn V rocket was the launch vehicle used to send astronauts to the moon.

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What does Mission Control do?

Back

Mission Control is the center that manages and monitors space missions.