Soyuz MS-13 spacecraft Prepares to Launch

The video covers a Russian Orthodox priest blessing a rocket and its crew before their journey to the International Space Station (ISS). It discusses the astronauts' mission, which includes an American, an Italian, and Russian cosmonauts, who will conduct research on the ISS. The video also touches on future moon missions, with President Trump's goal of returning Americans to the moon by 2024 and Russia's own moon ambitions. The challenges faced by the Russian space program, such as the lack of necessary equipment, are highlighted. The video concludes with a discussion on international cooperation and competition in space exploration, particularly in light of potential funding cuts to the ISS by the U.S.

What role did the Russian Orthodox priest play in the space mission?

• He provided technical support for the launch.

• He blessed the rocket and its occupants.

• He piloted the rocket to the space station.

• He conducted a scientific experiment.

What is the main purpose of the astronauts' stay on the International Space Station?

• To establish a permanent base on the Moon.

• To conduct research and experiments.

• To repair the space station.

• To train for a future Mars mission.

What significant anniversary coincides with the astronauts' mission to the space station?

• The first spacewalk.

• The Apollo Moon landing.

• The launch of the first satellite.

• The first human in space.

What is President Trump's goal for the US space program by 2024?

• To explore the outer planets.

• To build a new space station.

• To establish a base on Mars.

• To send humans to the Moon again.

What challenges does Russia face in its moon mission?

• Political opposition to space exploration.

• Absence of necessary technology and infrastructure.

• Insufficient funding for the mission.

• Lack of international support.