SpaceX Ready to Make History Launching Humans Into Space

SpaceX is launching human astronauts, Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley, marking a significant milestone in space travel. NASA's investment in SpaceX and Boeing aims to reduce costs. Elon Musk's vision for affordable space travel began with SpaceX's founding in 2002. The company has achieved significant milestones, including the Falcon 9 reusable rocket and the Dragon capsule. Despite challenges, SpaceX continues to innovate with projects like Starlink and Falcon Heavy, aiming for a future of accessible space exploration.

What was the primary goal of NASA's investment in SpaceX and Boeing?

• To develop a new space station

• To create a new space race

• To reduce the cost of space travel

• To explore Mars

What was a key feature of the Falcon 9 rocket introduced by SpaceX?

• It was designed to be reusable

• It was a single-use rocket

• It could travel to Mars

• It was the largest rocket ever built

What was a significant milestone achieved by SpaceX in 2017?

• Launching the first recycled Falcon 9

• Developing a new type of satellite

• Sending a manned mission to Mars

• Building a new space station

What was the purpose of the Dragon capsule test in 2019?

• To deliver cargo to the moon

• To test a new satellite system

• To carry human astronauts

• To explore the outer solar system

What was the speed of the spacecraft traveling to the International Space Station?

• 20,000 miles per hour

• 17,000 miles per hour

• 25,000 miles per hour

• 10,000 miles per hour