VOICED : De Venezuela al espacio: ninos contactan con Estacion Espacial

A group of Venezuelan children had the unique opportunity to communicate with the International Space Station, where astronaut Josefa Cava answered their questions. This event, held in San Cristóbal, aimed to inspire children to dream and pursue studies in mathematics and technology. The connection was made possible through a NASA amateur radio program in collaboration with the World Amateur Radio League, marking the culmination of two years of effort for an unforgettable eight-minute experience.

What was the unique opportunity given to the Venezuelan children?

• They communicated with an astronaut on the International Space Station.

• They participated in a spacewalk.

• They launched a satellite into space.

• They visited the International Space Station.

How long did the children have a direct connection with the space station?

• Fifteen minutes

• Ten minutes

• Eight minutes

• Five minutes

What was the main goal of the initiative involving the children and the space station?

• To promote interest in mathematics and technology

• To organize a space camp for children

• To train children to become astronauts

• To teach children how to build rockets

Which organizations collaborated to make the space communication possible?

• NASA and the World Amateur Radio League

• SpaceX and the European Space Agency

• SpaceX and the World Amateur Radio League

• NASA and the European Space Agency

How long did the organizers work to achieve the eight-minute communication?

• Six months

• Two years

• One year

• Three years