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.

Describe the condition of the missile on its launching pad in 1958.

• It was ready to launch

• It was set forlornly

• It was damaged

• It was covered

What event was postponed due to bad weather?

• The launch of Explorer One

• The construction of the missile

• The arrival of meteorological conditions

• The removal of Explorer One from its sheath

On what date did the hope for favorable weather conditions arrive?

• January 31st

• February 1st

• December 31st

• January 30th

What was Explorer One removed from before it was launched?

• A wooden sheath

• A metal casing

• A plastic cover

• A launch pad

What was the missile pointed toward after being removed from its sheath?

• The ground

• The ocean

• The heavens

• The launch pad