Sputnik and the Dawn of the Space Age

On October 4, 1957, Sputnik was launched, marking the start of the space age. The satellite's casing opened, releasing a ball with four antennae that sent radio signals back to Earth, signifying humanity's entry into space exploration.

What significant event took place on October 4th, 1957?

• The first space shuttle was launched.

• Sputnik was launched.

• The first man landed on the moon.

• The International Space Station was built.

What happened after Sputnik's casing opened?

• The springs snapped and the nose cone was removed.

• It returned to Earth.

• The satellite exploded.

• It immediately sent signals to Earth.

What emerged from Sputnik after the nose cone was pushed out of the way?

• A space probe.

• A rocket booster.

• A ball with four antennae.

• A satellite with two antennae.

What did Sputnik begin to do once it was in space?

• It collected samples from an asteroid.

• It took photographs of Mars.

• It sent a radio signal back to Earth.

• It started to orbit the moon.

What era did the launch of Sputnik signify the beginning of?

• The Atomic Age.

• The Space Age.

• The Information Age.

• The Industrial Age.