NASA: Humans in Space

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Science
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8th Grade
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Hard
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Mrs. Farrell RCMMS
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main reason for humans to explore space?
To defend the honor of The United States
To satisfy our inquisitive nature
To win races and become celebrities
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the reaction of the press and the public when the Mercury astronauts were introduced?
They called them heroes and celebrated their achievements
They criticized them for wasting resources
They were indifferent and didn't pay much attention
They were scared and worried about the risks
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NGSS.HS-ETS1-3
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the feeling experienced by one of the astronauts during lift off?
Fear and anxiety
Disappointment and frustration
Delight and excitement
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who was the first person to set foot on the moon?
Neil Armstrong
John Glenn
Charlie Duke
Sandra Magnus
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the significance of the moon landing?
It proved that humans can adapt to weightlessness
It helped improve the knowledge of the origin and evolution of the moon
It allowed the astronauts to become instant celebrities
It marked the end of the space race
Tags
NGSS.MS-ESS1-1
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the next step in space exploration after the moon?
Exploring Mars
Building a space station
Sending humans to Venus
Discovering new planets in our solar system
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the role of the Space Shuttle in assembling the Space Station?
It brought up all the parts of the Space Station in one single lift
It helped slow down the forward velocity of the Space Station
It transported the astronauts to and from the Space Station
It tested the operations and equipment of the Space Station
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