Eclipse Observations and Events

The video covers the excitement and widespread interest generated by the August 21, 2017, total solar eclipse across America. It highlights NASA's extensive coverage, including unique views from aircraft and ground observations. Public reactions and events in Washington, D.C., are featured, along with the experiences of astronauts. The video concludes with information on the next total solar eclipse in 2024 and resources available online.

What was the significant astronomical event discussed in the trending stories at NASA?

• A meteor shower

• A lunar eclipse

• A comet sighting

• A total solar eclipse

What made NASA's coverage of the eclipse unique?

• They used underwater cameras

• They provided views from aircraft and expert analysis

• They used drones for the first time

• They broadcasted it in 3D

What was the path of totality during the eclipse?

• A path where the eclipse was partially visible

• A path where the eclipse was not visible

• A path where the moon was visible

• A path where total darkness occurred

What was the reaction of the crowd during the eclipse?

• They left the area

• They were confused

• They cheered collectively

• They were silent

Who hosted an eclipse viewing event at the U.S. Naval Observatory?

• The President

• The Vice President

• The Secretary of State

• The First Lady

Where did Ivanka Trump attend a public eclipse event?

• The U.S. Capitol

• The Lincoln Memorial

• The White House

• The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum

Who observed the eclipse from the International Space Station?

• Astronauts aboard the ISS

• Scientists at NASA headquarters

• Pilots in a space shuttle

• Astronomers at a ground observatory

When is the next total solar eclipse in the U.S. scheduled to occur?

• 2022

• 2025

• 2023

• 2024

Where can you find more imagery from the 2017 eclipse?

• nasa.com

• nasa.org

• nasa.gov

• nasa.net