UK Astronaut Tim Peake continues training at Star City in Russia in preparation for planned trip to the International Sp

Tim Peake is preparing to be the first British astronaut on the ISS. His training includes rigorous sessions in a spacecraft simulator, focusing on safety and operational tasks. The Soyuz rocket will take him and his crew to orbit in nine minutes, but they face cramped conditions for hours. Training at the Russian cosmonaut camp involves handling equipment failures and emergency procedures. After six years of training across various countries, Tim is ready for his mission. The crew will soon head to Kazakhstan for final preparations and quarantine to avoid any health issues before launch.

Who is Tim Peake, and what significant milestone is he about to achieve?

• A British astronaut going to the Moon

• The first British person on the International Space Station

• A Russian cosmonaut leading a mission to Mars

• An American astronaut training in Star City

What is one of the main challenges faced inside the Soyuz simulator?

• Lack of oxygen

• Excessive noise

• Cramped space and uncomfortable seating

• High temperatures

What issue did the crew face during the training session in the Soyuz simulator?

• The descent module had a slow leak

• The communication system failed

• A fire broke out

• The simulator lost power

How long will Tim Peake spend on the International Space Station?

• 1 year

• 6 weeks

• 3 months

• 5 months

Why is quarantine important before the crew's departure to the ISS?

• To ensure they are well-rested

• To prevent the spread of infectious diseases

• To acclimate to the space environment

• To finalize mission plans