- 1. The International Space Station: Life in Orbit is a remarkable feat of human engineering and international cooperation. Orbiting approximately 250 miles above Earth, the ISS serves as a microgravity laboratory where astronauts conduct experiments in various fields such as biology, physics, and astronomy. Crew members onboard the ISS live and work in a confined space, floating effortlessly in a weightless environment. They follow a carefully planned schedule that includes scientific research, maintenance activities, exercise routines to combat muscle atrophy, and leisure time to relax and communicate with loved ones back on Earth. Despite the challenges of living in space, astronauts share a unique camaraderie and sense of purpose as they work together to advance our understanding of space exploration and human life beyond our planet.
What is the typical crew size on the ISS?
A) 8
B) 6
C) 10
D) 4
- 2. Which country's module serves as the core of the ISS?
A) Japan
B) China
C) USA
D) Russia
- 3. What year was the first module of the ISS launched?
A) 2010
B) 1998
C) 1990
D) 2005
- 4. How fast does the ISS travel in orbit around the Earth?
A) Approximately 28,000 kilometers per hour
B) Approximately 10,000 kilometers per hour
C) Approximately 15,000 kilometers per hour
D) Approximately 40,000 kilometers per hour
- 5. What is the name of the first module launched for the ISS that served as a living and working area for astronauts?
A) Unity
B) Destiny
C) Zarya
D) Harmony
- 6. In what year was the ISS first permanently crewed?
A) 2005
B) 2010
C) 2000
D) 1995
- 7. What is the term for the process of recycling water on the ISS to maintain a sustainable environment?
A) Water Reclamation
B) Water Filtration
C) Water Pollution
D) Water Evaporation
- 8. What is the term for the event when the ISS passes into Earth's shadow and experiences darkness?
A) Twilight
B) Sunset
C) Dawn
D) Eclipse
- 9. What is the purpose of the Columbus module on the ISS?
A) Exercise Facility
B) Living Quarters
C) Scientific Research Laboratory
D) Observation Deck
- 10. What is the name of the Russian spaceship used to transport crew and supplies to the ISS?
A) Ariane
B) Dragon
C) Falcon
D) Soyuz
- 11. What is the name of the module on the ISS dedicated to experimenting with growing plants in space?
A) Veggie
B) Aqua
C) Flora
D) Foliage
- 12. How many modules make up the International Space Station?
A) 10
B) 20
C) 15
D) 25
- 13. How is water recycled on the ISS?
A) Water is brought from Earth on resupply missions
B) Through a complex system that purifies urine and condensation
C) Water is created through chemical reactions
D) Water is collected from asteroids
- 14. How many solar panels provide power to the ISS?
A) 8
B) 6
C) 10
D) 12
- 15. What is the main laboratory module of the ISS called?
A) Harmony
B) Destiny
C) Unity
D) Tranquility
- 16. Which space agency is not a partner of the ISS program?
A) Russian Federal Space Agency
B) Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency
C) China National Space Administration
D) European Space Agency
- 17. How many space agencies are involved in the management and operation of the ISS?
A) 4
B) 5
C) 3
D) 6
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