Machines, Not People, Should Explore the Stars for Now - Quiz

According to the passage, what is a potential benefit of robotic space missions?

• They can communicate with extraterrestrial life forms.

• They can travel faster than the speed of light.

• They can operate without the need for life support systems.

• They can establish human colonies on other planets.

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Read the question carefully and select the best answer. The following passage (paragraph 6) is told in the __________ tense, from a __________ point of view.

• past, first-person

• Past, third-person

• present, first-person

• Present, third-person

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The passage below (paragraph 6) adds to the development of the author’s argument mainly by ____________.

• suggesting that robotic exploration is worth considering

• introducing the idea of global citizenship

• claiming that robots are better than humans

• explaining that he wants humans to explore the universe

According to the passage, what is a significant challenge of manned space travel?

• Limited technological advancements.

• High financial costs and risks to human life.

• Insufficient training for astronauts.

• Lack of interest from the public.

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The following passage (paragraphs 7-8) mainly suggests that ______________.

• the author is aware of and considers opposition to his position

• the author thinks humans are too weak to travel in space

• the author thinks robots are not as versatile as humans

• the author is not a fan of human spaceflight

Which of the following conclusions is best supported by the passage below (paragraph 16)?

• Spanish explorers did not encounter any problems in the New World.

• There are other planets in the universe where we can plant seeds from Earth.

• We are unsure about if Mars ever supported life.

• The greatest chance of finding a habitable planet is in another solar system.

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Which of these statements best explains the author's problem with manned space travel?

• Manned space travel is too expensive for now.

• We should learn more about Earth before we explore space.

• Humans are too fragile to travel through space.

• It is not important for humans to pursue space exploration.

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What is the primary reason the author believes robotic exploration is beneficial?

• Robots can communicate better with Earth.

• Robots can discover new planets.

• Robots are more cost-effective and can endure harsh conditions.

• Robots can travel faster than humans.

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With which of the following statements would the author most likely agree?

• Until we find some other habitable planet, robots are best for space exploration.

• Humans do not belong in space.

• The Hubble telescope is more important than the Apollo missions.

• Robotic space travel can replace manned space travel.

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Which of the following best describes the author's tone towards space exploration?

• Indifferent to the outcomes of space exploration.

• Supportive of robotic missions over human missions.

• Skeptical about the feasibility of space exploration.

• Optimistic about human space travel.

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