Exploring Themes of Home and Connection

The transcript follows Hana and Joon as they move to a new house and discover a ham radio in the attic. Hana becomes intrigued by the radio and, with the help of Albert, learns to use it to contact the International Space Station (ISS). Throughout the story, Hana faces social challenges at school and seeks a sense of belonging. She climbs a mountain to improve the radio signal and successfully contacts an astronaut on the ISS, who shares insights about home and perspective. The narrative concludes with an invitation to follow Hana and Joon on their mission to Mars.

What does Hana Seung ask the astronaut during the countdown?

• If they are ready for the mission

• If they ever miss home

• How long the mission will last

• What their favorite planet is

What do Hana and Joon discover in the attic?

• A ham radio

• A secret passage

• A collection of old books

• A treasure map

Why does Hana think the radio might work better outside?

• Because it is too noisy inside

• Because the radio is solar-powered

• Because the signal might be clearer

• Because it is illegal to use inside

What advice does Albert give Hana about being 'weird'?

• To try to fit in more

• That famous people like Einstein were also considered weird

• That being weird is a sign of intelligence

• That she should ignore what others think

What does Hana need to do to improve the radio signal according to Albert?

• Use a stronger battery

• Wait for a clear night

• Move to a more open area

• Use a different frequency

What does Albert suggest is the secret to a long life?

• Meditation

• Ginseng

• Pancakes

• Exercise

What does the astronaut say the Earth looks like from space?

• Dark and mysterious

• Bright and colorful

• Vast and endless

• Small and insignificant

What realization does the astronaut share about the concept of home?

• Home is where you were born

• Home is a place you visit often

• Home is not a fixed location but where your family is

• Home is a place you can always return to

Why does Hana go to the top of the mountain?

• To improve the radio signal

• To find a lost item

• To escape from her family

• To get a better view of the stars

What is the main theme of the conversation between Hana and the astronaut?

• The beauty of Earth from space

• The challenges of space travel

• The importance of family and perspective

• The technical aspects of radio communication