Reading Compreehension and Rocket Physics

What did the astronauts feel as the rocket engines pushed them up during launch?

• Light

• Heavy

• Normal

• Weightless

What did the astronauts use to steer their spaceship towards Mars after leaving Earth's atmosphere?

• Large engines

• Small thrusters

• Manual controls

• Solar sails

What did the astronauts find on Mars that indicated the presence of ancient water?

• Rocks

• Ice

• Signs of ancient water

• Fossils

What protected the astronauts during the fiery re-entry to Earth?

• Heat shield

• Parachutes

• Space suits

• Rover

The astronauts felt like they were ___ once they left Earth's atmosphere.

The landscape of Mars was described as red and ___.

The astronauts splashed down safely in the ___.

Which rocket component reduces drag?

• nose cone

• streamer

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

Which rocket component provides thrust?

• engine

• nose cone

• launch lug

• fin

What two forces slow a rocket down as it is being launched?

• Thrust & Lift

• Weight & Drag

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