Prince Philip Visits Manned Spacecraft Center

Prince Philip visits the Manned Spacecraft Center, exploring Mercury capsules and a moon-landing vehicle. He attends a charity dinner in Houston, raising funds for theatrical charities. The highlight is his participation in a Gemini rendezvous simulation, where he successfully maneuvers an Agena rocket. The visit is described as one of the most fascinating days of his life.

What was the purpose of Prince Philip's visit to the United States?

• To attend a space mission

• To tour the Manned Spacecraft Center

• To promote theatrical charities

• To meet astronauts Armstrong and Scott

How much money was raised at the dinner Prince Philip attended?

• One million dollars

• Half a million dollars

• A quarter of a million dollars

• Three hundred thousand dollars

What did Prince Philip find most fascinating during his visit?

What task was Prince Philip invited to try during his visit?

• Piloting a Mercury capsule

• Flying a conventional plane

• Joining up with an Agena rocket

• Operating a moon-landing vehicle

How many flying hours does Prince Philip have to his credit?

• 1,000 hours

• 1,200 hours

• 2,000 hours

• 1,500 hours