LTB2U5 International Space Station (ISS)

Facts about ISS: In 1998, the first part of the International Space Station started into space. So far 239 people have visited ISS. Please write down one or two words about ISS.

Why do astronauts float in space?

• No air

• No sun

• No gravity

• No water

Which country did NOT build ISS?

• USA

• Japan

• Canada

• China

How far is the ISS from the Earth? (km)

• 400

• 5000

• 100

• 20000

The daily life of astronauts in the ISS. Do you have any questions for them?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GbCEg9xYnSE&list=PL0KZczKsxGFN252RklhDRR2h7JzB3rO_I&index=14

How long do astronauts typically stay on the space station at one time?

• 6 weeks

• 6 years

• 30 days

• 6 months

How do astronauts stay in shape while on the space station?

• go swimming

• play basketball

• plastic surgery

• use running machines, bikes and weight training machines

How do astronauts sleep in space?

• on the floor

• in a special box

• in a sleeping bag on the wall

• floating around

How does astronauts' food taste? (Pick 2 answers)

• No flavor

• very dry

• very salty and spicy

• in liquid form

How many times has an Olympic torch (火炬) been on board the space station?

• 2

• 0

• 11

• 5