Apollo 7 Mission and Space Food

The Apollo 7 mission faced challenges with crew health and dissatisfaction. Wally Schirra's illness affected the crew's mood, leading to conflicts with Mission Control. Early space food was unappetizing, but advancements by Apollo 7 improved its flavor and rehydration capabilities. Despite these improvements, the crew's workload and health issues led to tensions, culminating in a refusal to wear helmets during descent, resulting in a strained relationship with Mission Control.

What was one of the main challenges faced by the Apollo 7 crew?

• Malfunctioning command module

• Communication issues

• Severe cold affecting Wally Schirra

• Lack of oxygen

What was a significant concern about early space food?

• Astronauts might not be able to swallow in space

• It required refrigeration

• It was too expensive to produce

• It was too spicy

Which astronaut proved that eating in space was possible?

• John Glenn

• Buzz Aldrin

• Neil Armstrong

• Michael Collins

How did scientists initially prevent crumbs from floating in space?

• By using magnetic plates

• By coating food with gelatin

• By using vacuum-sealed containers

• By using sticky tape

What improvement was made to space food by the time of Apollo 7?

• It was delivered fresh daily

• It was served hot

• It was more flavorful and could be rehydrated

• It was available in larger portions

What was one of the meals mentioned as part of the space food menu?

• Spaghetti and meatballs

• Chicken stew

• Vegetable curry

• Beef tacos

What was a major cause of tension between the Apollo 7 crew and mission control?

• Technical malfunctions

• Inadequate food supply

• Excessive workload

• Lack of communication

What was the mood in the command module during the Apollo 7 mission?

• Joyful and relaxed

• Tense and irritable

• Indifferent and detached

• Calm and cooperative

Why did the Apollo 7 crew refuse to wear helmets during the final descent?

• They were too uncomfortable

• They needed to clear their ears as pressure changed

• They were not required by protocol

• They were not functioning properly

What was the reaction of mission controllers to the crew's refusal to wear helmets?

• They supported the decision

• They immediately ordered a replacement crew

• They were indifferent

• They vowed the crew would not fly again