Major Characters
The greatly respected commander of Appollo 13.
Jim Lovell
What happened to Appollo 13 that changed the course of the mission?
An explosion.
What does it mean when an astronaut says "roger"?
Okay
What is a kick back?
to pay money for a favor
What does exemplary mean?
Outstanding or excellent
The pilot that was replaced at the last moment.
Ken Mattingly
Appollo 13 took place in what year?
1970
What does it mean when an astronaut says "standby"?
Please wait a moment.
What does it mean to get up to speed on a subject?
Study it so well that you understand the problem and possible solutions.
What does velocity mean?
speed
Head of Mission Control in Houston
Gene Kranz
The carbon dioxide levels got very high. How did they fix that issue?
They used spare parts to make a filter.
Where is mission control located?
Houston
What does you're all set mean?
You're ready.
What does it mean to navigate a ship?
Control it's direction
Tom Hanks played him in the movie.
Jim Lovell
Why did everything freeze?
Because they had to turn off the heat and it's very cold in space when you are not facing the sun.
What does LEM stand for?
Lunar Excursion Module
What does housekeeping procedures mean?
Routine or normal things that must be done on a regular schedule.
What is a mutiny?
a sudden revolt against the captain of a ship
Who was Marilyn Lovell?
Jim's Wife
Why was the mission called a successful failure?
Because the crew survived, but they didn't make it to the moon.
What does NASA stand for?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
What does on my watch mean?
While you are in charge.
What does improvise mean?
To do something without planning.