Earth and Space
What planet do we live on?
Earth
What is the planet closest to the Sun?
Mercury
What vehicle carries astronauts into space?
A Rocket
What object orbits Earth at night?
The Moon
What do we call a person who travels into space?
Astronaut
What force pulls things toward Earth?
Gravity
Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
Mars
What do astronauts wear to stay safe in space?
A Spacesuit
Is the Sun a star or a planet?
A Star
What was the first animal sent into space?
A dog
What is Earth’s natural satellite?
The Moon
Which planet has famous rings?
Saturn
What do astronauts use to breathe in space?
Oxygen/Air Tank
About how long does Earth take to orbit the Sun?
About 1 year
Who was the first person to walk on the Moon?
Neil Armstrong
What causes day and night on Earth?
Earth's Rotation
What is the largest planet in our solar system?
Jupiter
What is a space station?
A place where astronauts live and work in space
Why does the Moon appear to change shape?
Because the Moon orbits Earth and we see different amounts of its lit side
What is NASA?
NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration)
What is the name of our galaxy?
The Milky Way
Which planet is the hottest in our solar system?
Venus
What is a rocket used for?
To carry people or equipment into space
What is a solar eclipse?
When the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth and blocks some or all of the Sun’s light
What is a rover used for on another planet?
To explore the surface and collect information/data