Pentagon’s UFO report ‘supports’ Oumuamua alien theory

The transcript discusses a theory published on the Scientific American website, suggesting that the interstellar object Omumua, which passed near the sun, might be an alien probe. The theory is based on the object's flat shape, tumbling motion, and acceleration, resembling a light sail. Critics argue that the object is likely a natural phenomenon, such as a shard of rock or a cloud of dust, with its acceleration caused by evaporating ice.

What is the main claim of the article published on the Scientific American website?

• 'Oumuamua is an alien probe.

• The Pentagon's UFO report is a hoax.

• UFOs are a natural phenomenon.

• The sun is a source of alien life.

What characteristic of 'Oumuamua supports the theory that it might be an alien probe?

• It emits radio signals.

• It is a spherical object.

• It tumbles every eight hours.

• It is made of metal.

How does 'Oumuamua's acceleration support the alien probe theory?

• It was propelled by internal engines.

• It was pulled by a gravitational force.

• It was attracted by the sun's gravity.

• It was pushed by a light sail.

What do critics believe 'Oumuamua is most likely to be?

• A new type of star.

• A shard of rock or dust cloud.

• A comet from another galaxy.

• A piece of alien technology.

According to critics, what caused 'Oumuamua's acceleration?

• Evaporating ice.

• Alien propulsion systems.

• Gravitational pull from a nearby planet.

• Magnetic fields.