Exploring Mars: A Quiz on the Red Planet

What is the name of the tallest volcano in the solar system located on Mars?

• Mount Everest

• Tharsis Volcano

• Olympus Mons

• Elysium Mons

Which planet is named after the god of war in Greek and Roman mythology?

• Venus

• Mars

• Jupiter

• Saturn

What is the largest canyon in the solar system called?

• Mariner Valley

• Valles Marineris

• Canyon Diablo

• Grand Canyon

How long does it take for Mars to complete one orbit around the Sun?

• 433 days

• 500 days

• 687 days

• 365 days

What is the primary component of Mars' atmosphere?

• Carbon Dioxide

• Nitrogen

• Oxygen

• Hydrogen

Which of the following is NOT a common surface feature on Mars?

• Sand dunes

• Dark slope streaks

• Ocean basins

• Dust devil tracks

What causes the reddish color of Mars?

• Sulfur and nitrogen reaction

• Iron and oxygen combination

• Carbon dioxide layers

• Methane emissions

What is the average surface temperature on Mars?

• -80 degrees Fahrenheit

• 32 degrees Fahrenheit

• 70 degrees Fahrenheit

• -20 degrees Fahrenheit

Which rover successfully landed on Mars in February 2021?

• Viking 1

• Curiosity

• Perseverance

• Spirit

What is the main purpose of the Mars Helicopter (Ingenuity)?

• To collect soil samples

• To search for water ice

• To test powered flight on another planet

• To map the Martian surface