History of the Space Shuttle - Review Questions

What year was NASA founded?

• 1957

• 1958

• 1962

• 1969

Which space shuttle was the first to successfully orbit the Earth?

• Challenger

• Enterprise

• Columbia

• Atlantis

Determine the meaning of the word "disintegrated" as used in the context of the Columbia shuttle's mission.

• Assembled

• Exploded

• Landed

• Launched

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Who played the character of Harry Potter in the film series?

• Tom Felton

• Daniel Radcliffe

• Rupert Grint

• Emma Watson

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What was the main purpose of the Space Shuttle program according to the text?

• To build a space station

• To launch missions to Mars

• To design a reusable space vehicle

• To compete with the Soviet Union

Analyze the impact of the phrase "America wept" in the context of the Challenger disaster.

• It shows the nation's indifference

• It highlights the nation's joy

• It emphasizes the nation's sorrow

• It indicates the nation's confusion

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Which singer is known for her hit song 'Bad Guy'?

• Ariana Grande

• Billie Eilish

• Taylor Swift

• Selena Gomez

Which part of the space shuttle is not reused after a mission?

• Orbiter

• Solid Rocket Boosters

• External Fuel Tank

• Crew Cabin

What was the name of the shuttle built to replace Challenger?

• Discovery

• Endeavour

• Atlantis

• Columbia

Beyonce was a member of

• Destiny's Child

• En Vogue

• The Cheetah Girls