THE RED MOON

The transcript discusses the unexpected success of the Russian satellite, the Red Moon, which was launched before the anticipated American satellite. The Russian satellite is significantly heavier and orbits the Earth every 95 minutes, sending signals back to Moscow. This achievement has captured global attention, as scientists and monitoring stations worldwide track its progress.

What was the initial expectation regarding the first country to launch a satellite?

• Russia

• India

• China

• United States

What was the weight of the American man-made moon as planned?

• About 40 pounds

• About 20 pounds

• About 30 pounds

• About 10 pounds

How many stages were involved in the American satellite launch plan?

• Three-stage

• Four-stage

• Two-stage

• One-stage

How much heavier is the Soviet satellite compared to the American projected moon?

• 20 times

• 15 times

• 10 times

• 5 times

At what speed does the Soviet satellite orbit the Earth?

• 16,000 miles an hour

• 18,000 miles an hour

• 15,000 miles an hour

• 17,000 miles an hour