Life in Space Quiz

Who was the first person in space?

• Buzz Aldrin

• Yuri Gagarin

• Neil Armstrong

• John Glenn

What is the main purpose of the International Space Station (ISS)?

• To orbit the Moon

• To support scientific experiments

• To serve as a hotel

• To train astronauts

How long did Dr. Valeri Polyakov spend in space?

• 108 days

• 365 days

• 438 days

• 175 days

What do astronauts use to wash their hair in space?

• No shampoo

• Soap and water

• Waterless shampoo

• Regular shampoo

What is the main challenge of eating in space?

• Food floats away

• Food spoils quickly

• No food available

• Limited food choices

What do astronauts use to keep from floating away while sleeping?

• Sleeping bags with straps

• Regular beds

• Hammocks

• Nothing, they float freely

What is the weight of the ISS?

• 750,000 pounds

• 2 million pounds

• 500,000 pounds

• 1 million pounds

What do astronauts do to stay strong in space?

• Run on a treadmill

• Do yoga

• Exercise for two hours daily

• Lift weights

What happens to astronauts' muscles during a six-month stay in space?

• They get stronger

• They grow larger

• They weaken

• They stay the same

What is the purpose of the 'shades down' period on the ISS?

• To eat meals

• To clean the station

• To allow astronauts to sleep

• To watch movies