Apollo 11 Eagle landing craft separates from Columbia

The transcript details the preparation and execution of the Lunar Module Eagle's undocking from the Command Module, its descent to the Moon, and the communication between the astronauts and Houston. The Eagle, piloted by Armstrong and Aldrin, undergoes a systems check before undocking from Collins in the Command Module. After a successful undocking, the Eagle descends to the Moon's surface while Columbia remains in orbit, awaiting their return.

What was the primary purpose of the thorough checkout of the Lunar Module Eagle?

• To prepare for a press conference

• To verify the functioning of all systems

• To test the communication systems

• To ensure the module was clean

Who were the astronauts preparing to seal themselves off from in the Command Module?

• Michael Collins

• John Glenn

• Neil Armstrong

• Buzz Aldrin

What was the signal from Houston to proceed with the undocking?

• Commence operation

• Go for undocking

• Go for launch

• Ready for separation

What phrase was used to confirm the Eagle's undocking?

• The Eagle has landed

• The Eagle is airborne

• The Eagle is free

• The Eagle has wings

What action did the Eagle take while out of direct communication with Earth?

• It fired its engine to slow its descent

• It communicated with Columbia

• It returned to Earth

• It landed on the Moon