SpaceX Skills Test

Why is the constant testing of the Dragon capsule of SpaceX so important?

• The Dragon capsule will be responsible for human life on space missions one day.

• SpaceX has used the Dragon as a way to simply test their rockets.

• The humans that have traveled on the Dragon capsule have all survived.

• The Dragon capsule will one day be a part of the International Space Station.

Which subsection in the article provides the strongest evidence to support your answer to the previous question?

• The Man on a Mission

• Mission for the Future

• Mission Possible

• the introduction

Which claim below is most strongly supported by the Elon Musk Twitter graphic on the second page of the article?

• Astronauts must be able to navigate with zero gravity.

• Zero gravity is a scientific measure that can only be measured by complex machines.

• Twitter can influence customers to believe most anything.

• Evidence of zero gravity can be seen in any object that can float.

Living in outer space is possible for short periods. Which text evidence from the article tells you that you that this is a true statement?

• Three hours later, the capsule landed gently in the Pacific Ocean.

• The Dragon was tested while in orbit to ensure it could meet the ISS without endangering the astronauts.

• ISS is a large laboratory which orbits the Earth many times per day. Astronauts live and work there.

• Carrying the test run a step further, the Falcon 9 rocket launched the Dragon with a load of cargo to meet the International Space Station (ISS).

According to the article, which of the following statements is true about SpaceX?

• Elon Musk and SpaceX will probably part ways in the future to achieve their goals.

• SpaceX will have to partner with NASA to achieve the goals they have in place.

• SpaceX plans to further space travel beyond what we have experienced today.

• SpaceX has already achieved the goals they plan to reach in this short time.

According to the article, which of following has not be included as cargo for a SpaceX mission?

• a plush toy

• athletic shoes

• a food item

• a mannequin

Use the ACE method to answer each question.

SpaceX has developed the Falcon Heavy to transport large cargo. Why do you think this rocket was essential? Explain your answer with evidence from the text.

Use the ACE method to answer each question.

SpaceX has developed the Falcon Heavy to transport large cargo. Why do you think this rocket was essential? Explain your answer with evidence from the text.