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Science has told us so (1) ____ about the Moon that it is fairly easy to imagine what it would be like to go there.
many
much
any
some
As there is no air or water, there can be no (2) ____ of any kind.
living
existence
sign
life
There is no variety of scenery (3) ____ . For mile after mile there are only flat plains of dust with mountains around them.
neither
though
either
too
If you step out of the mountain shadows, it will (4) ____ moving from severe cold into great heat.
like
appear
seem
mean
This extreme (5) ____ continually breaks rocks away from the surface of the mountains.
weather
temperature
climate
levels
It is, however, rather challenging as the water droplets will (1) _________ around.
dive
fall
float
fly
There is a special plan for the astronaut on (2) _______ a spaceship which includes beverages and food items.
board
work
stay
business
On that day, the menu is (3) _______ and the astronaut eats the meals he had on the first day.
renewed
transformed
exchanged
repeated
The food that is brought on a shuttle mission can be dehydrated, in natural (4) _________ for fresh.
mode
form
appearance
shape
It takes only thirty minutes to cook a delicious meal for a (5) ____________ of up to seven people on a space mission.
crew
flock
troop
band
The idea of life in (1) ____________ space has been talked about for a long time.
inter
outer
outside
inside
There have been (2)________of these so-called UFOs (unidentified flying objects) flying through the air and they have even been captured on video.
glimpses
glance
binocular
stare
(3)________these sightings may be true, scientists have not found significant evidence that aliens exist.
Because
Therefore
However
Although
Those stars (4)_____a tiny part of our unniverse.
take up
make up
catch up
go up
If we are really on the only planet that can (5)_________life, then we are very special in a universe full of amazing things.
keep
maintain
sustain
preserve
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
Habitats on Mars could be made from fungi.
Using Martian dirt to build houses on Mars.
Human must learn to live off the land.
Competition for Martian housing design.
The word “sturdy” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ______.
stalwart
resilient
robust
stable
According to paragraph 1, what is the discussed objective for NASA’s space research?
Collecting the information regarding the habitable conditions on Mars.
Making the most of every trip to space to minimise the cost of operation.
Figuring out where the astronauts will live when they arrive at their destination.
Designing houses and buildings for future’s mass migration to space of the human.
The word “It” in paragraph 2 refers to _______.
Project
Stool
Refrigerator
Furniture
According to paragraph 2, what is correct about the developing materials project?
The experiment currently only succeed in forming some small furniture.
The idea could also potentially be applied to building needs on the Earth.
The programme has been developed to its final stage with serviceable products.
The operation is a secret due to its controversial nature and potential usages.
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
Sputnik in context.
Space race heats up.
Conclusion of the space race.
A new urgency.
According to paragraph 1, what is NOT one of the manifestations of the Cold War between the two systems?
Cuban Missile Crisis which almost resulted in a nuclear war between the two superpowers.
The 1958 political and religious crisis of Lebanon requiring U.S. military intervention.
The Berlin Wall as a symbol of the world’s separation into two distinct ideological blocs.
Korean War which is documented as the first proxy war of the U.S.-Soviet Cold War.
The word “its” in paragraph 1 refers to _______.
Berlin Wall’s
World War’s
Cold War’s
Space exploration’s
According to paragraph 2, why did most Americans harbour an unanimous displease toward Soviet’s achievement?
The global technopolitics of space exploration at that time only revolved around collaboration.
It was a matter of national pride that compelled the Americans to follow suit and triumph.
Soviet’s ability to collaborate on and disseminate scientific advances was envied by America scientists.
The first moon landing meant a massive propaganda feat for the achieving nation.
The word “superiority” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ______.
influence
dictatorship
guidance
supremacy
What is the passage mainly about?
Conditions suitable for life on Mars
NASA’s Journey to Mars
Human exploration of Mars
Astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft
The word "comparable" in paragraph 2 mostly means ______.
important
confidential
different
similar
According to paragraph 2, what is one of the fundamental mysteries of the cosmos?
Does life exist beyond Earth?
Can we expand our presence into the solar system?
Did Mars have conditions suitable for life in its past?
How can we learn more about our own planet’s history and future?
The word "advances" in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ______.
lengthens
proves
increases
confirms
The word “capture” in the paragraph 4 could be best replaced by __________.
catch
chase
move
lift
According to paragraph 4, which of the following statements is INCORRECT?
NASA will send a robotic mission to capture and redirect an asteroid to orbit the Moon.
Astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft will explore the asteroid in the 2020s, returning to Earth with samples.
We’ll need new systems and capabilities such as Solar Electric Propulsion to send man as part of human missions to Mars.
Human missions to Mars will rely on Orion and an evolved version of SLS.
According to paragraph 5, what will help us plan how to protect the astronauts who will explore Mars?
A fleet of robotic spacecraft and rovers
The Mars Science Laboratory Curiosity Rover
Radiation data from the surface of Mars sent back by The Mars Science Laboratory Curiosity Rover
Future missions like the Mars 2020 Rover
It can be inferred from the passage that ___________.
It is sure that Mars has conditions suitable for life.
Orion spacecraft will send man to Mars.
A fleet of robotic spacecraft and rovers will demonstrate new technologies that could help astronauts survive on Mars.
Engineers and scientists around the U.S. are working hard to expand human presence into the solar system.
Which of the following best serves as the title for the passage?
What keeps a satellite from falling to Earth?
Moons around other worlds
What stops a satellite from crashing into another satellite?
Parts of a satellite
The word "perpetually" in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______.
quickly
technically
gradually
continuously
The word "Those" in paragraph 2 refers to _______.
surfaces
satellites
planet
molecules
The word “took place” in the third paragraph could be best replaced by __________.
moved
changed
happened
appeared
Which of the following is mentioned in paragraph 4 as a element that makes a satellite stay above the same spot on Earth?
The zone above Earth’s equator
The rate of “fall” around the Earth
Earth’s rotation
Geostationary or geosynchronous orbit
According to paragraph 4, which of the following is the reason why satellites move out of the way?
They reaches the end of their life.
They takes too much room.
There are not enough “slots” for them.
They fail to operate without interference.
Which of the following best summaries paragraph 5?
Satellites are best used around the equator.
All satellites circle the Earth from pole to pole.
Satellites include weather satellites and reconnaissance satellites.
Orbit of satellites depends on their coverage zones and using purpose.
Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A satellite needs to be going fast — at least 8 km (5 miles) a second.
Satellites that travel closer to Earth contend with drag of more atmospheric molecules.
The Apollo flights to the moon took place in low-Earth-orbit, which extends from about 160 to 2,000 km (about 100 to 1,250 miles).
Satellites keep a perpetual connection with a fixed antenna on the ground.
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
Human capital and AI.
The importance of being open.
Innovation in infrastructure.
Reaching the Moon, Mars and beyond.
The word “they” in paragraph 1 refers to _____.
jobs
advances
processes
humans
According to paragraph 2, for what purpose did the author list out various applications of AI?
To demonstrate how AI researchers have been going on the wrong track.
To point out that space-related innovation is currently limited to AI only.
To illustrate the advance in application of AI technologies over the years.
To elicit from the readers the admiration for the brilliance of human brain.
The word “expedites” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _______.
dispatches
accelerates
precipitates
facilitates
According to paragraph 3, what is the challenge that paint the AI advances so valuable?
There are too many people meeting the missions’ criteria.
It is incredibly expensive to send a human into space.
The physical constraints in space is harmful to human.
The competition between space companies is fierce.
The word “propel” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to _______.
force
progress
catapult
push
Which of the following statements is TRUE, according to the passage?
Spacecraft hardware should be adaptable as their purpose can change over time.
Some of the implementations of AI technologies on Earth are more than 100 years old.
Advances in AI research help to take advantage of human knowledge and expertise.
AEGIS is the promising technology currently undergoing the NASA’s testing period.
Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
Future technologies and innovations will enable us to accomplish the unimaginable.
This era is undeniably an exciting time to be involved in space exploration.
We need a standard set of tools for operating rockers that are applicable and accessible.
Technologies devised in earthbound laboratory cannot satisfy space conditions.
What topic does the passage mainly discuss?
The history of the Moon exploration.
The spacecrafts ever launched to explore the Moon.
The development of technology in the Moon exploration of the Soviet Union.
The importance of the Moon exploration in the history of human beings.
According to the paragraph 2, which sentence is CORRECT about the Luna spheres?
The Luna 1 did not fulfil its mission in its lift off into space.
The Luna 2 was the first space shuttle to land successfully on the Moon.
The scientists discovered that the magnetic field on the Moon had no effect on the Lunas.
The Lunar 3 transmitted plenty of unclear pictures about the Moon to the Earth.
What does the author mean by stating “The Ranger missions were kamikaze mission” in paragraph 2?
This spacecraft was programmed to fly around the Moon to take photos.
This spacecraft was not designed to return to the Earth after fulfill its missions.
There was a lot of equipment enclosed in this spacecraft to help it fulfil its designed missions.
The Ranger only manufactured to send as many photos it took as possible round the dark side of the Moon.
The phrase “slamming into” in the second paragraph is closest in meaning to _________.
flying over
crashing into
taking off
going off
The word “they” in paragraph 2 refers to ________________.
Ranger missions
cameras
images
4000 photos
What is the synonym of the word “panorama” in paragraph 3?
picture
situation
appearance
view
Which of the following is NOT true about the Moon exploration at the end of 1960s?
Although there were numerous geographical obstacles on the Moon’s surface, the Luna 9 landed without any harm.
The Soviet Union launched 2 spacecrafts in the same year.
The Soviet Union successfully lifted off a spacecraft that could explore the Moon’s surface and analyze its samples.
After five orbiter missions, scientists had almost complete picture of the Moon’s surface.
It can be inferred from the passage that __________.
It took scientists a decade to try out the safety before the first humans stepped on the Moon’s surface.
The Apollo project has been carrying many astronauts to discover the Moon’s surface.
Although the Soviet Union began exploring the Moon’s surface first, the success of NASA’s spacecrafts played a more important part in the Moon exploration.
After the first landing on the Moon’s surface, scientists paid attention to discover its influence on the Earth.
Which best serves as the title for the passage?
Power politics always drives space conquest.
Half-century in space.
Conquest is the way forward.
Taking off despite many hurdles.
The word “endeavor” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to _______.
experience
labour
industry
venture
According to paragraph, why was the space run triggered in the 1960s?
Geopolitical tension was such a hot potato that it was even taken to the Moon.
The cold war was what incited the space competition between the two superpowers.
The socialism and fascism formed an alliance to fund space mining.
Both Russia and America intended to hinder a rising hegemon that was China.
The word “it” in paragraph 3 refers to _____.
the Moon
journey
cold war
knowledge
According to paragraph 4, what is the current attitude of America concerning space conquest?
America continues to oppose Russia in space conquest due to it being the socialism representative.
America trusts and aids other nations in the mission of space exploration.
America feels threatened when losing the considerable lead in space to middling powers
America has long abandoned its ambition for Moon expeditions.
The word “thwart” in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to _______.
uphold
bark
hint
block
The following sentences are true, EXCEPT _______.
The underlying roots of space conquest is to showcase a nation’s image and power.
Neil Armstrong is an American astronaut and the first person to set foot on the Moon.
China have developed from an impoverished, agrarian backwater into a competitive country.
China became the first country to make it to the fabled dark side of the Moon.
Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
China has proven itself as an emerging force in the space age.
Space tourism is set to become a booming sector.
Preparing for living in space is a large element of the Chinese programme.
Nationalism is the key ingredient for space exploration.