I WONDER - Can You Live On A Space Station?

Since November 2000, individuals from 20 countries have visited the ISS. The United States has contributed over half of the total astronauts, with 159 Americans and 55 Russians. Other astronauts hail from countries like Canada, Japan, and Brazil. The ISS maintains a constant crew of seven international astronauts, with crew changes approximately every six months.

Since when has the International Space Station been continuously occupied?

• November 2000

• January 1998

• March 2005

• July 2010

Which country has sent the most astronauts to the ISS?

• Russia

• United States

• Japan

• Canada

How many Russian astronauts have visited the ISS?

• 45

• 55

• 65

• 75

Which of the following countries has not sent an astronaut to the ISS?

• Kazakhstan

• Brazil

• South Korea

• India

How often does the crew changeover occur on the ISS?

• Every year

• Every six months

• Every nine months

• Every three months