Explorer 1 waits for launch in Cape Canaveral, FL, in 1958

In 1958, a giant missile awaited launch on its pad, facing delays due to bad weather. On January 31st, favorable conditions finally allowed for the launch of Explorer One, which was removed from its sheath and directed towards space.

In which year was the giant missile set on its launch pad?

• 1958

• 1959

• 1960

• 1957

What was the main reason for the delay in the missile's launch?

• Bad weather

• Fuel shortage

• Technical issues

• Communication problems

On which date did the weather conditions finally improve for the launch?

• February 1st

• January 31st

• January 30th

• January 29th

What was removed from its wooden sheath and prepared for launch?

• Apollo

• Voyager

• Sputnik

• Explorer One

Towards what was Explorer One pointed after being removed from its sheath?

• The desert

• The ocean

• The mountains

• The heavens