The Martian and Earth's Dynamics Quiz

In "The Martian," what is the main character's profession?

• Geologist

• Botanist

• Engineer

• Astronaut

What is the name of the spacecraft that the crew uses to travel to and from Mars in "The Martian"?

• Hermes

• Odyssey

• Ares

• Apollo

How does Mark Watney primarily generate water on Mars in "The Martian"?

• By melting ice

• By extracting it from the atmosphere

• By burning hydrogen

• By using a water recycling system

What crop does Mark Watney grow on Mars to survive?

• Corn

• Wheat

• Potatoes

• Carrots

In "The Martian," how does Mark Watney communicate with NASA after losing contact?

• By using a satellite phone

• By repairing the Mars rover

• By using the Pathfinder probe

• By sending radio signals

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How long does it take for Earth to complete one full rotation on its axis?

• 12 hours

• 24 hours

• 48 hours

• 365 days

What is the primary reason Earth experiences different seasons?

• The distance from the Sun

• The tilt of Earth's axis

• The speed of Earth's rotation

• The shape of Earth's orbit

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How long does it take for Earth to complete one full revolution around the Sun?

• 24 hours

• 30 days

• 365 days

• 10 years

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During which season is the Northern Hemisphere tilted towards the Sun?

• Winter

• Spring

• Summer

• Autumn

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If Earth's axis were not tilted, what would be the result regarding seasons?

• There would be no seasons

• There would be more extreme seasons

• Seasons would last longer

• Seasons would be shorter

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