Virgin Orbit Successfully Launches Rocket

Virgin Orbit Successfully Launches Rocket

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Science, Other

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video explains the process of launching a rocket using a Boeing 747 aircraft. Initially, the rocket is carried by the aircraft and then detached to ignite its rocket motor. Virgin Orbit, after a failed attempt last year, has now successfully become the third company to reach orbit.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial method used to launch the rocket?

It was carried by a helicopter.

It was launched from a ship.

It was carried by a Boeing 747 aircraft.

It was launched directly from the ground.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened after the rocket was detached from the aircraft?

It was captured by another aircraft.

It fell into the ocean.

It fired off its rocket motor.

It landed back on the aircraft.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of Virgin Orbit's launch attempt last year?

It failed.

It was postponed.

It was partially successful.

It was a success.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant milestone did Virgin Orbit achieve recently?

First company to reach Mars.

Third company to reach orbit.

First company to launch a reusable rocket.

Third company to land on the moon.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which company is now the third to reach orbit?

Virgin Orbit

Blue Origin

NASA

SpaceX