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The First Steps on the Moon
On July 20, 1969, a spaceship named Apollo 11 landed on the moon for the first time. Astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin were on board. Armstrong stepped onto the moon's surface, saying, "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." Aldrin joined him, and they felt like they were moving in slow motion because the moon has less gravity. This event was a major achievement for humanity. What do you think they will discover next in space?
Question 1
When did the Apollo 11 spaceship land on the moon for the first time?
July 21, 1969
June 20, 1969
July 20, 1969
Explanation. Apollo 11 landed on the moon for the first time on July 20, 1969.
July 20, 1970
Question 2
Who were the astronauts aboard Apollo 11?
John Glenn and Alan Shepard
Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins
Neil Armstrong and Michael Collins
Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin
Explanation. Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin were the astronauts aboard Apollo 11.
Buzz Aldrin and John Glenn
Question 3
What did Armstrong say when he first stepped onto the moon?
It's one small step for a man, one giant leap for mankind.
That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.
Explanation. Neil Armstrong said, 'That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind' when he first stepped onto the moon.
This is one small step for man, one huge leap for mankind.
It's one small step for a man, one giant jump for mankind.
That's one small step for man, one giant jump for mankind.
Question 4
Why did the astronauts feel like they were moving in slow motion on the moon?
Because they were tired
Because the moon is smaller than the earth
Because the moon has less gravity
Explanation. The moon has less gravity, which made the astronauts feel like they were moving in slow motion.
Because they were wearing heavy spacesuits
Because they were excited
Question 5
What do you think will be the next major discovery in space?
Alien life
A new planet
A new star
Time travel
All of the above
Explanation. This is a subjective question. The correct answer could vary depending on individual perspective. However, all of the options listed could potentially be the next major discovery in space.
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