Life and Work on the ISS

The video features Serena Aunon-Chancellor reading 'If I Were an Astronaut' aboard the International Space Station. She shares insights into the life of an astronaut, including spacewalks, teamwork, and daily activities. The video also covers the requirements to become an astronaut and concludes with an invitation to join future Story Time from Space sessions.

What is the main purpose of the Story Time from Space project?

• To entertain astronauts on the ISS

• To promote space tourism

• To educate children about space

• To conduct scientific experiments

What sensation do astronauts experience during launch?

• Being pinned to their seats

• Extreme cold

• Weightlessness

• Floating freely

What is one of the roles of the Soyuz spacecraft?

• To conduct spacewalks

• To transport astronauts to and from the ISS

• To repair the space station

• To provide entertainment

How do astronauts on the ISS work together?

• They collaborate on science experiments and daily activities

• They only communicate via email

• They compete against each other

• They work independently

What is the robotic arm used for on the ISS?

• To communicate with Earth

• To lift and move parts of the space station

• To clean the space station

• To play games

What is an EMU suit?

• A special suit for spacewalks

• A sleeping bag

• A type of space food

• A communication device

Why are tethers important during spacewalks?

• To measure distance

• To keep astronauts attached to the space station

• To provide oxygen

• To communicate with Earth

How do astronauts prepare their food on the ISS?

• They order it from Earth

• They eat it raw

• They add water to rehydrate it

• They cook it on a stove

What is unique about sleeping on the ISS?

• Astronauts do not sleep

• Astronauts sleep in sleeping bags attached to the wall

• Astronauts sleep standing up

• Astronauts sleep in beds

What kind of scientific experiments are conducted on the ISS?

• Experiments on new sports

• Experiments on cooking techniques

• Experiments on fashion

• Experiments related to new medicines