G8Bi 5.1 Close Reader - Is Space Exploration Worth the Cost?
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- Q1
Match the words to their definition.
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Match the words to their definition.
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Match the words to their definitions.
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A word that means ordinary, found every day. It can be found on line 10.
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A word that means obvious; easy to understand. It can be found on line 11.
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What is Vernikos' claim about humans and robots in space?
Robots can perform tasks in space more efficiently than humans.
Humans are less capable of surviving in space compared to robots.
Robots provide a more emotional connection to space exploration than humans.
Humans have a more genuine experience in space than robots.
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An opposing viewpoint to Vernikos' is...
robotic technology is safer than risking human lives.
humans are the only ones who can explore outer space.
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What word does Vernikos repeat to emphasize that we should send astronauts to space?
safety
astronauts
robots
humans
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Vernikos states that one financial outcome of space exploration is
NASA relies entirely on private donations for its funding.
NASA's budget has been consistently reduced over the years.
NASA has lost significant funding due to failed missions.
NASA has made more money than it's spent.
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Space exploration has benefited what three areas?
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People who oppose Vernikos believe what financially?
There are better ways to spend money than space exploration.
Investing in space exploration guarantees financial returns.
Space exploration is the most important investment for the future.
Funding for space exploration should be increased to boost the economy.
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Vernikos argues that the U.S. needs to be _________________ to keep up with countries like China, Russia, and India.
isolated
passive
unconcerned
competitive
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Three examples of unmanned missions are
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Kennedy and Vernikos have similar claims.
truefalseTrue or False30s - Q15
If something is a drain on the economy it means...
it generates a lot of money.
it saves a lot of money.
it requires a lot of money.
it earns a lot of money.
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