In “Neil deGrasse Tyson on the Future of U.S. Space Exploration After Curiosity,” who does Tyson say always leads the way to new frontiers?

• individuals

• governments

• free enterprise

• university students

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According to “Neil deGrasse Tyson on the Future of U.S. Space Exploration After Curiosity,” why will a private company never build the first colony on Mars?

• Private companies do not have the technological expertise.

• Private companies do not have the vision to recognize the benefits.

• The U.S. government will not permit private companies to build colonies

• Since building a colony will not be profitable, private companies will not make the effort.

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In “Neil deGrasse Tyson on the Future of U.S. Space Exploration After Curiosity,” what does Tyson say is needed to stir up interest in science?

• NASA must do something that has never been done before.

• NASA must prove that the costs of space travel are not excessive.

• NASA must demonstrate that a new technology is proven and reliable.

• NASA must provide technology that can be used by private companies.

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