Unit 2 Reading Practice Test 1

In the vast expanse of our solar system, Mars has long captivated the imagination of scientists and explorers. Often called the "Red Planet" due to its rusty color, Mars is now the focus of an exciting space race. Countries and private companies are competing to be the first to send humans to this distant world. What is the main reason Mars is called the "Red Planet"?

• It is the closest planet to the sun

• It has a lot of red flowers

• Its surface appears rusty in color

• It is always visible as a red dot in the night sky

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The journey to Mars is challenging. It takes about seven months to travel the 140 million miles between Earth and Mars. Astronauts would face dangers like intense radiation and the psychological stress of isolation. Despite these obstacles, space agencies are developing new technologies to make the trip possible. Approximately how long does it take to travel from Earth to Mars?

• 7 days

• 7 weeks

• 7 months

• 7 years

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Mars is about half the size of Earth and has some similarities to our planet. It has seasons, polar ice caps, and even dormant volcanoes. Scientists have discovered evidence of water on Mars, which raises the possibility that some form of life might exist there. This makes Mars an ideal target for exploration and potential future colonization. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a similarity between Mars and Earth?

• Seasons

• Polar ice caps

• Oceans

• Dormant volcanoes

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Mars is about half the size of Earth and has some similarities to our planet. It has seasons, polar ice caps, and even dormant volcanoes. Scientists have discovered evidence of water on Mars, which raises the possibility that some form of life might exist there. This makes Mars an ideal target for exploration and potential future colonization. What makes Mars an ideal target for exploration and potential colonization?

• Its proximity to Earth

• The discovery of alien life

• Evidence of water on the planet

• Its abundant natural resources

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The journey to Mars is challenging. It takes about seven months to travel the 140 million miles between Earth and Mars. Astronauts would face dangers like intense radiation and the psychological stress of isolation. Despite these obstacles, space agencies are developing new technologies to make the trip possible. What is one of the main challenges astronauts would face on a trip to Mars?

• Lack of food

• Intense radiation

• Extreme heat

• Rapid aging

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CCSS.RI.2.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.1.2

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