Astronaut Handbook Comprehension

What characteristic must an astronaut have before he or she travels to outer space?

• Technical knowledge

• Able to handle high gravity

• Able to handle stress

• Able to work in weightlessness

• All of the above

What is it called when an astronaut leaves the ISS in a spacesuit?

• a walkabout

• a spacewalk

• an excursion

• a stroll

Why do the astronaut's muscles get weak?

• the robot does their work

• lack of water

• low gravity

• not enough sleep

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To offset the effects of the low-gravity space environment on the body, astronauts must -

• exercise regularly.

• eat high-fat meals.

• shower twice a day.

• take naps every day.

Astronaut beds have straps attached to provide a safe sleeping environment. What condition of space do the straps accommodate?

• Lack of oxygen

• Vacuum of space

• Microgravity environment

• Extreme temperatures

A spacesuit includes a helmet, gloves, shoes, and a total body covering. What vital part of the spacesuit that keeps the astronaut alive is missing from this list?

• handheld computer

• robotic arm

• oxygen system

• jet pack

There is no air in space. Which of the following accommodations is required for an astronaut to directly communicate with another astronaut in space?

• Computer

• Radio

• Jet Pack

• Satellite

Which of the following accommodations on the space station is used by astronauts to combat the effects of microgravity on their bones?

• special handles

• velcro straps

• exercise equipment

• oxygen system

What is the primary purpose of the astronaut handbook?

• To provide technical specifications of spacecraft

• To offer guidelines for astronaut training and safety

• To detail the history of space exploration

• To list all space missions

Which of the following is a critical skill for astronauts as per the astronaut handbook?

• Cooking

• Public speaking

• Problem-solving

• Painting

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