Mars Exploration Quiz

What is the primary reason Mars is known as the 'Red Planet'?

• Its proximity to the sun

• The presence of iron-rich minerals

• Its volcanic activity

• The color of its atmosphere

Which is the tallest volcano in the solar system, located on Mars?

• Mauna Kea

• K2

• Mount Everest

• Olympus Mons

What type of storm is commonly found on Mars?

• Hurricane

• Thunderstorm

• Tornado

• Dust storm

What are the names of Mars' two moons?

• Io and Callisto

• Titan and Rhea

• Phobos and Deemos

• Europa and Ganymede

What is the main reason scientists are interested in Mars' moons?

• They are made of ice

• They have atmospheres

• They might be captured asteroids

• They are larger than Earth's moon

How long does a day on Mars last compared to Earth?

• Shorter than a day on Earth

• Exactly the same as a day on Earth

• Twice as long as a day on Earth

• Slightly longer than a day on Earth

How many days does it take for Mars to complete one orbit around the sun?

• 365 days

• 687 days

• 432 days

• 500 days

Which of the following rovers has been sent to explore Mars?

• Cassini

• Curiosity

• Voyager

• Hubble

What significant discovery on Mars suggests the possibility of past or future life?

• Presence of oxygen

• Frozen water beneath the surface

• Active volcanoes

• Abundant vegetation

What future plans do space agencies have for Mars?

• Launching satellites

• Mining for resources

• Sending astronauts to explore

• Building a permanent base