astronauts

What's the official name for someone who travels and works in space?

• a moonwalker
• a rocket scientist
• an astronaut
• a star person

What subject do you need to study to become an astronaut?

• science
• english
• history
• geography

Which planet is easily visible to an astronaut?

• Jupiter
• Mars
• Saturn
• Earth

During a spacewalk, what keeps an astronaut from floating away?

• the force of gravity
• strong magnets
• a tethering cable
• velcro gloves

Who was the first man to walk on the moon?

• Nate Arnold

• Sam Elliot

• Jackie Chan

• Neil Armstrong

Why do astronauts have to wear a spacesuit?

• It keeps them cool

• The spacesuits have air so that the astronaut can breathe

• The spacesuits are warm

• The spacesuits help them float in space better

What force pulls us down on Earth?

• Gravity

• Friction

• Magnetism

• Pressure

All of the following are kinds of astronauts EXCEPT:

• those who conduct experiments

• those who fly space shuttles

• those who repair satellites

• those who go camping

Why do space suits have seven inside layers?

• to protect astronauts from extreme temperatures

• to help astronauts float in space

• to reflect the rays of the sun

• to fit snugly

Which conclusion is true about becoming an astronaut?

• it is hard work

• it is easy

• there is not much work to do

• you have to go to college for a long time