Question 1

What is significant about the two female crew members of the Polaris Dawn mission?

Accepted Answer

They will be the first women to complete this journey into high orbit.

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They are the first astronauts in space.

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They are the youngest astronauts on the mission.

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They have never been in a spacecraft before.

Question 2

What will the Polaris Dawn crew be testing in space for the first time?

Accepted Answer

A new American-made EVA suit

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A space tourism program

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A new type of rocket fuel

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A satellite for Earth observation

Question 3

In which of these geographical locations would you find Australia?

Accepted Answer

Oceania

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Sub-Sahara

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the Caribbean

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Siberia

Question 4

What did Oksana Masters hope to achieve through her journey as an athlete?

Accepted Answer

To inspire others, especially young girls, to believe in themselves.

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To show that sports are only for the healthy.

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To become the fastest athlete in the world.

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To win as many medals as possible.

Question 5

What type of marine animals were spotted performing stunts during the whale-watching tour in San Diego?

Accepted Answer

Dolphins

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Sea turtles

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Whales

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Sharks

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