Achieved Academy Trivia 1

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Who invented the kite about 2,000 years ago?

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Chinese

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What is the title of the novel and film series by Douglas Adams that follows the misadventures of an unwitting human and his alien friend traveling through space?

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The Hitchhiker’s guide to galaxy

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Who was the first Air Traffic Controller?

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Archie League

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What did NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope reveal about the star WL 20?

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It is actually twins (two stars).

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What does supersonic mean?

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Faster than the speed of sound.

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What is the primary purpose of NASA?

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To conduct space exploration and scientific research.

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What is the significance of the James Webb Space Telescope?

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It is designed to observe the universe in infrared and provide insights into the formation of stars and galaxies.

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What is a supernova?

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A supernova is a powerful and luminous explosion of a star.

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What is the difference between a planet and a star?

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A planet orbits a star and does not produce its own light, while a star generates energy through nuclear fusion.

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What is the speed of sound at sea level?

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Approximately 343 meters per second (1,125 feet per second).