Question 1: Which astronaut was the first to orbit planet Earth?
A. Neil Armstrong
B. Yuri Gagarin
C. Alan Shepard
Yuri Gagarin became the first human to orbit Earth in 1961.
Correct Answer: Yuri Gagarin
Question 2: Which nations jointly operate the International Space Station?
A. USA and China
B. USA and India
C. USA and Russia
The ISS is operated by the USA, Russia, Europe, Japan, and Canada.
Correct Answer: USA and Russia
Question 3: How many orbital sunrises can ISS crews observe daily?
A. Sixteen
B. Ten
C. Eight
The ISS orbits Earth every 90 minutes, allowing about sixteen sunrises each day.
Correct Answer: Sixteen