NASA's Moon Landing Flag Challenges

NASA meticulously planned every aspect of the moon landings, but initially overlooked including a flag for the mission. Just months before the 1969 moon landing, they purchased off-the-shelf flags. Astronauts Armstrong and Aldrin faced challenges erecting the flag on the lunar surface, fearing it might fall. They eventually positioned it to stand securely.

What was initially missing from NASA's moon landing plan?

• A backup crew

• A celebratory element

• A communication system

• A detailed schedule

When did NASA decide to send a flag to the moon?

• In April 1969

• In February 1969

• In March 1969

• In January 1969

How did NASA acquire the flag that was sent to the moon?

• It was a gift from the government

• It was purchased off the shelf

• It was borrowed from a museum

• It was custom-made by NASA

What difficulty did Armstrong and Aldrin face with the flag on the moon?

• Taking a photo with the flag

• Unpacking the flag

• Finding a suitable spot

• Erecting the flag

How did the astronauts ensure the flag would stand on the moon?

• They used a special stand

• They used extra support rods

• They pitched it slightly backwards

• They tied it to the ladder