Space Exploration: Journey to the Stars

What is the main idea of the passage "Space Exploration: Journey to the Stars"?

• The history of telescopes and their impact on astronomy.

• The competition between different countries in space exploration.

• The evolution and significance of human exploration of space.

• The future technology developments for space travel.

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Main idea

Why did the author write the passage?

• To persuade readers to support space exploration.

• To inform readers about the history and impact of space exploration.

• To entertain with stories of astronauts’ adventures in space.

• To argue against the costs of space missions.

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Author's purpose

Based on the passage, what can be inferred about the International Space Station (ISS)?

• It is only used by astronauts from the United States.

• It is a key example of international cooperation in space.

• It is primarily a hub for space tourism.

• It has been decommissioned and is no longer in use.

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Evidence and inferences

In the passage, what does the term 'astronomers' mean?

• Scientists who study the properties and behavior of spacecraft.

• Engineers who design and build space vehicles.

• Scientists who study stars, planets, and other celestial bodies.

• Pilots who navigate spaceships.

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