The Farthest We’ve Ever Gone in Space

The Farthest We’ve Ever Gone in Space

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Science, Social Studies, Physics, Other

1st - 6th Grade

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The video discusses the limitations of human space exploration and introduces the Voyager probes, which have traveled far beyond our solar system. Voyager 1 and 2 have explored outer planets and carry golden discs with information about Earth, intended for potential alien discovery. Despite their distance, the probes continue to send data back to Earth, showcasing human curiosity and the quest for knowledge about the universe.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why haven't humans traveled to other planets yet?

Because they are too far and lack breathable air and soil.

Because we don't have the technology to reach them.

Because they are too hot to approach.

Because they are too small to land on.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of a space probe?

To act as a satellite for communication.

To carry astronauts to other planets.

To explore space without human presence.

To bring back samples from other planets.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which planets did Voyager 2 explore that Voyager 1 did not?

Jupiter and Saturn

Uranus and Neptune

Mars and Venus

Mercury and Pluto

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the golden discs on the Voyager probes?

They contain scientific data about the solar system.

They are meant to communicate with potential alien life.

They are used to power the probes.

They are decorative items with no real purpose.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long are the Voyager probes expected to continue sending messages back to Earth?

For about 20 more years

For about 5 more years

For about 10 more years

Indefinitely, as long as they are in space