Mercury 7 Astronauts and Their Achievements

The video explores the lives and careers of NASA's original Mercury 7 astronauts. It highlights their achievements, challenges, and contributions to space exploration. Alan Shepard became the first American in space and later walked on the moon. Gus Grissom's missions ended tragically with the Apollo 1 accident. John Glenn became a senator after orbiting Earth. Scott Carpenter explored the ocean after his space mission. Wally Schirra flew three times into space. Gordon Cooper set endurance records, and Deke Slayton overcame health issues to finally fly in space.

What was one of the major perks the Mercury 7 astronauts received after gaining celebrity status?

• A free Corvette from General Motors

• A lifetime supply of space food

• A private island

• A personal spaceship

Who was the first American astronaut to travel into space?

• Alan Shepard

• Scott Carpenter

• Virgil Grissom

• John Glenn

What significant event occurred during Virgil 'Gus' Grissom's Liberty Bell 7 mission?

• He became the first American to orbit Earth

• He landed on the moon

• The hatch blew off after splashdown

• The spacecraft exploded mid-flight

Which Mercury 7 astronaut became a U.S. Senator after his space career?

• John Glenn

• Alan Shepard

• Gordon Cooper

• Deke Slayton

What was unique about John Glenn's spaceflight in 1998?

• He became the oldest person to fly in space

• He was the first American to orbit Earth

• He was the first person to walk on the moon

• He piloted the first space shuttle

Which astronaut had a conflict with Mission Control during his mission?

• Scott Carpenter

• Gordon Cooper

• Wally Schirra

• Deke Slayton

What was Wally Schirra's notable achievement during the Gemini 6 mission?

• First moon landing

• First spacewalk

• First American to orbit Earth

• First rendezvous of two spacecraft

Which Mercury astronaut was the last to fly solo into space?

• Virgil Grissom

• John Glenn

• Alan Shepard

• Gordon Cooper

What prevented Deke Slayton from flying in space during the Mercury program?

• A spacecraft malfunction

• A political decision

• A heart condition

• A lack of training

Which astronaut became involved in oceanography after his space career?

• Scott Carpenter

• Wally Schirra

• Gordon Cooper

• Deke Slayton