NASA and the Space Program

NASA and the Space Program

12th Grade

10 Qs

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NASA and the Space Program

NASA and the Space Program

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Science

12th Grade

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NGSS
HS-ESS1-2, HS-ESS1-3, HS-ESS1-1

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main goal of the United States' space program?

To explore space and conduct scientific research

To develop advanced military technology

To establish dominance over other countries

To create a new agency for space exploration

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which agency was NACA transformed into?

National Aeronautics and Space Administration

National Aerospace and Civil Agency

National Aviation and Space Association

National Astronautical and Scientific Agency

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial focus of NACA in terms of research?

High-speed flight in aeronautics

Rocket propulsion for space exploration

Satellite communication technology

Planetary exploration and colonization

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the NACA eventually transition into?

The core of NASA

An independent aerospace research organization

A military space agency

An international space collaboration

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the first American attempt to launch a satellite?

It ended in failure

It successfully placed a satellite in orbit

It resulted in a catastrophic explosion

It was postponed due to technical issues

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did scientists discover during the first space exploration mission?

The existence of Van Allen radiation belts

The presence of extraterrestrial life

The possibility of interstellar travel

The formation of new celestial bodies

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of the space program's work?

Scientific experimentation and understanding

Military dominance and technological advancement

Commercial space travel and tourism

Political influence and global leadership

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