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WorksheetsNaval Science 4 End of Semester One (1) Review
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 50mins
What is the Minimum Enlistment Age for joining the U.S. military?
With parental consent: 17; Without parental consent: 18
With parental consent: 16; Without parental consent: 17
With parental consent: 18; Without parental consent: 19
With parental consent: 15; Without parental consent: 16
What is the Rule of 72 and how is it used to estimate how long it takes for money to double?
72 ÷ interest rate = years to double. Example: 72 ÷ 6% ≈ 12 years.
Interest rate ÷ 72 = years to double. Example: 6% ÷ 72 ≈ 12 years.
72 × interest rate = years to double. Example: 72 × 6% ≈ 12 years.
Interest rate × 72 = years to double. Example: 6% × 72 ≈ 12 years.
What does Risk tolerance mean in investing?
How much financial loss a person is willing or able to handle when investing. High tolerance = comfortable with risk. Low tolerance = prefers safer investments.
The amount of profit an investor expects to make from investments.
The number of different stocks an investor owns in their portfolio.
The time period an investor plans to hold their investments before selling.
What is Diversification in investing?
Spreading your money across different types of investments to reduce risk. “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.”
Investing all your money in a single stock to maximize returns.
Only investing in government bonds for safety.
Putting all your money into real estate investments.
What is Dollar cost averaging?
Investing a fixed amount of money at regular intervals regardless of stock price. This reduces the impact of market ups and downs.
Investing all your money at once when the market is at its peak.
Buying stocks only when prices are low and selling when prices are high.
Investing only in one stock for a long period without diversification.
What is Portfolio management?
Organizing and adjusting your investments (stocks, bonds, savings, etc.) to meet financial goals.
A method for predicting stock market crashes using astrology.
A way to avoid paying taxes on your income.
A process for selecting the best insurance policy for your car.
What does Face value mean in finance?
The original or stated value of a financial instrument, such as a bond’s amount to be repaid at maturity or a life insurance policy’s payout amount.
The market price of a financial instrument at any given time.
The interest earned on a financial instrument over its lifetime.
The total dividends paid by a company in a year.
What is a Maturity date in finance?
The date when a financial obligation is due to be paid back—such as a bond or loan.
The date when interest payments begin on a financial instrument.
The date when a company issues its annual financial report.
The date when dividends are paid to shareholders.
What is compound interest?
Interest earned on both the original amount and any interest previously added. Interest on interest = faster growth.
Interest earned only on the original amount, not on previously added interest.
Interest that decreases over time as the principal reduces.
Interest paid only at the end of the investment period.
What is an escrow account commonly used to hold during a home buying transaction?
Earnest money, taxes, insurance payments
Mortgage interest payments
Home inspection fees
Real estate agent commissions
Utility bills
What is a portfolio in financial terms?
A collection of all your investments.
A type of bank account.
A government bond.
A financial statement.
Who is a cosigner?
A person who signs a loan with someone else to guarantee payment. If the main borrower doesn’t pay, the cosigner must.
A person who lends money to others and charges interest.
A person who receives a loan and is solely responsible for repayment.
A person who manages the loan process for a bank.
What are some examples of closing costs when purchasing a house?
Appraisal, title fees, loan origination, taxes
Furniture, landscaping, pool installation, paint
Groceries, utilities, internet, cable
Home insurance, car insurance, life insurance, travel insurance
What is no-fault insurance?
An insurance system where each driver’s own insurance pays their expenses after an accident—regardless of who caused it.
An insurance system where only the at-fault driver’s insurance pays for all damages.
An insurance system that covers only property damage, not personal injury.
An insurance system where insurance companies do not pay for any accident-related expenses.
What does 'sans liability' mean?
Without legal responsibility—usually not liable for damages.
With full legal responsibility for damages.
A type of insurance coverage.
A financial obligation to pay taxes.
What are out-of-pocket expenses?
Expenses you must pay yourself that are not covered by insurance or another party.
Expenses that are always reimbursed by your employer.
Expenses that are paid by your insurance company.
Expenses that are covered by government programs.
What is the Blended Retirement System (BRS) in the U.S. military?
The current U.S. military retirement system combining a traditional pension (based on years of service) and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching contributions.
A retirement system that only provides a lump sum payment after 20 years of service.
A retirement plan that offers benefits exclusively through the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) without any pension.
A system that allows service members to retire after 10 years with full benefits.
Fill in the blank: ________ is a former system of racial segregation and discrimination enforced in South Africa from 1948 to the early 1990s.
Apartheid
Colonialism
Feudalism
Totalitarianism
Fill in the blank: ________ was a major surprise attack launched by North Vietnamese and Viet Cong forces during the Vietnam War in 1968.
Tet Offensive
Operation Rolling Thunder
Battle of Dien Bien Phu
Gulf of Tonkin Incident
Fill in the blank: ________ was a major, intense battle during the Tet Offensive in 1968 in the Vietnam War, fought in the city of Huế, where U.S. Marines and ARVN forces fought house-to-house.
Hue City
Khe Sanh
Saigon
Da Nang
Fill in the blank: ________ is a system of linked pages, documents, and resources that you access using the internet. The Web = websites and pages. The Internet = the network they run on.
World Wide Web
Hyperlink Protocol
Local Area Network
File Transfer System
Fill in the blank: ________ is a top-level domain used only for the U.S. military. Examples include army.mil, navy.mil, marines.mil, af.mil.
Mil or “.mil” domain
.gov domain
.edu domain
.com domain
Fill in the blank: ________ is the organization responsible for detecting and stopping threats to the Navy from espionage, terrorism, and insider threats.
Navy counterintelligence agency
Naval Logistics Command
Naval Medical Research Center
Naval Construction Battalion
What is a '.gov' domain?
A top-level domain used only by U.S. government agencies. Example: whitehouse.gov, nasa.gov, congress.gov.
A top-level domain used by commercial businesses worldwide. Example: amazon.com, google.com.
A top-level domain used by educational institutions globally. Example: harvard.edu, oxford.edu.
A top-level domain used by non-profit organizations. Example: redcross.org, unicef.org.
What does a '.gov' domain indicate about a website?
It indicates the website is officially run by the federal, state, or local government.
It indicates the website is run by a private company.
It indicates the website is related to educational institutions.
It indicates the website is for commercial purposes.
What is the orbit of a satellite?
The repeating path a satellite takes around Earth.
The speed at which a satellite travels.
The time it takes for a satellite to launch.
The fuel used by a satellite.
Which factors determine the orbit of a satellite?
Gravity and speed.
Temperature and color.
Size and shape.
Distance from the Sun.
What is Cyber Patriot?
A national youth cyber-defense competition run by the Air Force Association (AFA).
A government program for space exploration.
A video game about cyber security.
A social media platform for tech enthusiasts.
What do students learn to do in Cyber Patriot?
Protect computer systems, find and fix vulnerabilities, practice real cybersecurity skills.
Design video games and graphics.
Write poetry and short stories.
Cook gourmet meals and desserts.
What is the function of the Vice President?
President over the Senate, breaks tie votes, becomes President if the President cannot serve, supports the President’s agenda.
Appoints Supreme Court justices, vetoes bills, commands the military, signs treaties.
Manages the federal budget, oversees state governments, enforces local laws, sets tax rates.
Leads the House of Representatives, writes laws, supervises the Cabinet, directs foreign policy.
What is the function of the Secretary of State?
Handles foreign policy, represents the U.S. internationally, oversees embassies and diplomats, manages treaties and alliances.
Manages the country's financial policies and oversees the Treasury Department.
Supervises the nation's military forces and advises on defense matters.
Presides over the Supreme Court and interprets constitutional law.
The role of the Secretary of Defense is to:
Oversee the Department of Defense and advise the President on military matters.
Manage the country's economic policies.
Lead the Department of Education.
Serve as the chief justice of the Supreme Court.
The role of the Speaker of the House is to:
preside over the House of Representatives and manage its proceedings
enforce laws in the Senate
appoint Supreme Court justices
represent the United States in foreign affairs
The role of the President of the United States is to:
Serve as the chief executive of the federal government
Lead the Supreme Court
Write laws for Congress
Manage state governments
The role of the Chief of Naval Operations is:
To oversee the operations and readiness of the United States Navy.
To command the United States Army.
To manage the United States Air Force.
To lead the United States Marine Corps.
Describe the role of the Commander, Fleet Forces Command.
The Commander, Fleet Forces Command is responsible for organizing, training, and equipping naval forces for deployment.
The Commander, Fleet Forces Command oversees the construction of naval ships and submarines.
The Commander, Fleet Forces Command manages international naval treaties and agreements.
The Commander, Fleet Forces Command is in charge of naval intelligence operations.
The role of the Department of Justice is to:
Enforce federal laws and ensure fair administration of justice
Create new laws for the country
Manage the country's foreign relations
Oversee the nation's financial system
The Department of Defense runs all U.S. military branches.
True
False
Which department develops defense strategy for the United States?
Department of Homeland Security
Department of Defense
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Attorney General
The Department of Defense oversees national security.
True
False
The Department of Defense provides the military forces needed to protect the U.S.
True
False
The FBI is the United States’ main federal law enforcement and domestic intelligence agency.
True
False
The FBI is responsible for counterterrorism.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the FBI?
Counterterrorism
Border security
Major federal crimes
Counterintelligence
The Department of Homeland Security was created after 9/11 to protect the U.S. from threats.
True
False
Which department is responsible for border security?
Department of Defense
Department of Homeland Security
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Attorney General
The Department of Homeland Security is responsible for transportation safety (TSA).
True
False
The Department of Homeland Security is responsible for cybersecurity.
True
False
The Attorney General is the head of the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the top lawyer for the U.S. government.
True
False
Who is the chief law enforcement officer of the United States?
President
Secretary of Defense
Attorney General
Director of the FBI
The Attorney General oversees the FBI, DEA, ATF, and U.S. Marshals.
True
False
The Attorney General advises the President on legal matters.
True
False
Who is the highest-ranking judge in the United States? Fill in the blank: The highest-ranking judge in the United States is the _________.
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
Associate Justice of the Supreme Court
President of the United States
Speaker of the House
List two roles of the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. Fill in the blanks: The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court (1) ________ the U.S. Supreme Court and (2) ________ oral arguments and discussions.
(1) Leads, (2) Oversees
(1) Manages, (2) Interrupts
(1) Follows, (2) Ignores
(1) Advises, (2) Delays
Who is the highest-ranking military officer in the United States? Fill in the blank: The highest-ranking military officer in the United States is the _________?
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
Secretary of Defense
Chief of Staff of the Army
President of the United States
List two roles of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Fill in the blanks: The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff (1) serves as senior military advisor to the ________, and (2) coordinates advice from all ________ branches.
(1) President, Secretary of Defense, and National Security Council; (2) service
(1) Congress and Vice President; (2) civilian
(1) Supreme Court; (2) intelligence
(1) Department of State; (2) diplomatic
Describe Sally Ride's contribution and impact on the space program. Fill in the blank: Sally Ride was the first American woman in space in 1983. Her impact: _________.
Opened the door for women in NASA and STEM careers.
She was the first person to walk on the moon.
She designed the first space shuttle.
She led the first mission to Mars.
Describe Eileen Collins' contribution and impact on the space program. Fill in the blank: Eileen Collins was the first female Space Shuttle pilot and commander. Her impact: _________
Proved women could lead major NASA missions, strengthening diversity in leadership roles.
She was the first astronaut to walk on the moon, inspiring future lunar missions.
She developed the first reusable rocket engine for NASA.
She led the first international crew to Mars, promoting global cooperation.
Describe Kathryn Sullivan's contribution and impact on the space program. Fill in the blank: Kathryn Sullivan was the first American woman to perform a spacewalk in 1984. Her impact: _________.
Advanced EVA (spacewalk) operations and Earth science research.
Led the first mission to Mars.
Developed the International Space Station.
Invented the Hubble Space Telescope.
Describe Christa McAuliffe's contribution and impact on the space program. Fill in the blank: Christa McAuliffe was selected for the Teacher in Space Program and died in the Challenger disaster (1986). Her impact: _________.
Inspired national interest in space education; Challenger tragedy led to major NASA safety reforms.
Led the first successful mission to Mars; introduced new astronaut training methods.
Developed the International Space Station; pioneered reusable rocket technology.
Discovered a new planet; established the first space school for children.
What was the main goal of NASA's Apollo program?
To map the surface of Venus
To land astronauts on the moon
To train Navy aviators
To return astronauts to the Moon
Which NASA program aims to land the first woman and first person of color on the Moon?
Apollo
Artemis
Project Gemini
Magellan
Fill in the blank: The Apollo program successfully landed __ astronauts on the moon.
12
6
8
10
Which NASA mission produced the first detailed global map of Venus?
Project Mercury
Magellan
Project Gemini
Artemis
Project Gemini was essential training for which later NASA program?
A) Artemis
B) Apollo
C) Magellan
D) NAS Pensacola
Which NASA program proved that humans could survive in space?
Project Mercury
Project Gemini
Apollo
Artemis
NAS Pensacola is known as the 'Cradle of Naval Aviation.'
True
False
Which of the following was NOT an impact of the Apollo program?
Boosted national pride during the Cold War
Produced the first detailed global map of Venus
Led to major scientific discoveries about the moon
Advanced rocket technology (Saturn V)
What is one of the goals of the Artemis program?
Develop spacewalking skills
Prepare for human missions to Mars
Map the surface of Venus
Train Navy aviators
Fill in the blank: Magellan was a NASA mission to map the surface of ______ using radar.
Venus
Mars
Jupiter
Mercury
Project Gemini helped astronauts perfect ______ with other spacecraft.
docking
navigation
communication
landing
What is the primary base for training Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard aviators?
Project Mercury
NAS Pensacola
Artemis
Apollo
Which Navy base is home to the P-8 Poseidon aircraft and supports anti-submarine warfare, logistics, and fleet readiness?
NAS Jacksonville
NAS Whiting Field
Eglin Air Force Base
NAS Pensacola
What is the primary purpose of NAS Whiting Field?
Weapons development and testing
Primary training for Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard student pilots
Home to the Air Force’s Armament Directorate
Supports anti-submarine warfare
Eglin Air Force Base is central to U.S. weapons testing and advanced aircraft operations.
True
False
Who developed the Theory of Relativity and provided the physics foundation for nuclear energy, GPS timing corrections, and modern cosmology?
Albert Einstein
Isaac Newton
Marie Curie
Niels Bohr
Who is known as the father of modern rocketry and built the world’s first liquid-fueled rocket in 1926?
Robert Goddard
Wernher von Braun
Isaac Newton
Sergei Korolev
Who invented vulcanized rubber, revolutionizing aircraft and vehicle tires, shock absorbers, and seals used in aviation and space equipment?
Charles Goodyear
John Dunlop
Thomas Edison
Karl Benz
Who was the scientific director of the Manhattan Project and helped develop the first nuclear weapons?
John Glenn
J. Robert Oppenheimer
Neil Armstrong
Alan Shepard
Who invented the first successful powered airplane in 1903 and pioneered flight controls and aerodynamics?
Wright Brothers
John F. Kennedy
Virgil “Gus” Grissom
Alan Shepard
Who was the first American to orbit the Earth in 1962 aboard Friendship 7?
Neil Armstrong
John Glenn
Alan Shepard
J. Robert Oppenheimer
Who was the first American in space in 1961 and later walked on the Moon during Apollo 14?
Alan Shepard
Neil Armstrong
John Glenn
Wright Brothers
Who was the first human to walk on the Moon in 1969 during Apollo 11?
John Glenn
Neil Armstrong
Alan Shepard
Virgil “Gus” Grissom
Who was the second American in space, flew Mercury and Gemini missions, and died in the 1967 launch pad fire as commander of Apollo 1?
John F. Kennedy
Virgil “Gus” Grissom
J. Robert Oppenheimer
Wright Brothers
Who was the president who set the national goal to land a man on the Moon and gave the 'We choose to go to the Moon' speech in 1962?
John Glenn
John F. Kennedy
Neil Armstrong
Alan Shepard
What percentage of astronauts are from the Navy?
Approximately 40%
Approximately 10%
Approximately 25%
Approximately 60%
Describe the following: Spitzer Space Telescope. An infrared space telescope launched in 2003. Could see heat emitted by stars, planets, dust clouds, and galaxies. Operated until 2020.
Revealed hidden structures in space, discovered exoplanets, and studied the early universe.
Was used only for observing the Moon and planets in our solar system.
Specialized in detecting radio waves from distant galaxies.
Focused exclusively on mapping Earth's atmosphere.
Describe the following: Hubble Space Telescope. Launched in 1990 and still operating. Orbits above the atmosphere for extremely clear images. Takes visible, ultraviolet, and infrared observations.
Determined the age of the universe, discovered dark energy indicators, produced famous images like the Pillars of Creation, revolutionized astronomy.
Was the first telescope to land on Mars and collect soil samples.
Is a ground-based telescope located in Chile, only observes radio waves.
Was decommissioned in 2000 after a failed launch and never sent back images.
Describe the following: Chandra X-Ray Observatory. A NASA space telescope (launched 1999) that observes X-rays from high-energy objects in space such as black holes, neutron stars, and supernovas.
Helps scientists understand violent and extremely hot regions of the universe.
Used primarily for studying Earth's atmosphere.
Designed to observe radio waves from distant galaxies.
Built to monitor weather patterns on Mars.
Describe the following: Compton Gamma Ray Observatory. NASA observatory active from 1991–2000 that detected gamma rays, the most energetic type of radiation.
Helped discover gamma-ray bursts, black hole behavior, and high-energy cosmic events.
Was primarily used for studying the surface of Mars.
Focused on detecting radio waves from distant galaxies.
Specialized in observing the Sun's ultraviolet emissions.
Travel to Mars refers to human or robotic missions to _____
Mars
Venus
Jupiter
Saturn
Which of the following is NOT a key challenge for travel to Mars?
Long travel time (6–9 months)
Radiation exposure
Life support
Abundant oxygen supply
Landing heavy spacecraft
A region of space with gravity so strong that nothing—not even light—can escape is called a _____
Black Hole
Neutron Star
White Dwarf
Supernova
The region between Mars and Jupiter filled with rocky objects is known as the _____
Asteroid Belt
Kuiper Belt
Oort Cloud
Van Allen Belt
The U.S. Space Force is responsible for which of the following?
A) Missile warning
B) Space surveillance
C) Protecting U.S. interests in space
D) Marine operations
A general term for enlisted personnel in the U.S. Air Force or U.S. Space Force, usually E-1 through E-4, is _____?
Airman
Sergeant
Cadet
Lieutenant
A person trained to travel into space, operate spacecraft, and perform scientific missions is called an _____
Astronaut
Engineer
Pilot
Scientist
The official name for a member of the United States Space Force is _____
Guardian
Astronaut
Trooper
Ranger
Pilot
What is the Avenger-class mine countermeasures ship used by the U.S. Navy designed to do?
Detect and clear mines at sea.
Transport troops to shore.
Launch aircraft for combat missions.
Provide medical support to other ships.
Which military college is known for leadership training and commissioning officers and is located in South Carolina?
The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina.
United States Military Academy at West Point.
Virginia Military Institute.
United States Air Force Academy.
