Samantha Cristoforetti and the ISS
What does ISS stand for?
International Space Station
What is the capital city of India?
New Delhi
What is the capital city of Australia?
Canberra
During which major historical event did Oskar Schindler help Jewish people?
World War II / The Holocaust
This leader fought against apartheid and became South Africa’s first Black president. Who is he?
Nelson Mandela
What is Samantha Cristoforetti's nationality?
Italian
Name one famous landmark or monument located in India.
Taj Mahal, Red Fort, Qutub Minar, India Gate, etc
Name two or three unique animals that live in Australia.
Kangaroo, Koala, Platypus, Wombat,e tc.
How did Oskar Schindler save the lives of over a thousand Jewish people?
By employing them in his factories and protecting them from deportation.
Known as the "Father of the Nation" in India, this man led a nonviolent struggle for independence. Who is he?
and what is the name of his famous march?
Mahatma Gandhi
Salt March in 1930
What personal quality of Samantha Cristoforetti is highlighted in her video biography?
Her determination
What is one of the major religions practiced in India?
Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, etc.
What is the Outback?
The vast, remote, and arid interior of Australia.
What was the name of the famous list associated with Oskar Schindler?
Schindler’s List
This American civil rights leader delivered a famous speech. Who is he? And what's the name of the speech.
Martin Luther King Jr.
"I Have a Dream"
What are some of the challenges that astronauts face while living and working in space?
Muscle loss, radiation exposure, isolation, sleep issues, etc.
Name a popular style of Indian dance or music.
Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Bollywood music, Bhangra, etc.
Name a famous natural wonder located in Australia.
Great Barrier Reef, Uluru (Ayers Rock)
In what country did Oskar Schindler operate his business during World War II?
Poland
Her refusal to give up her bus seat sparked a major civil rights protest in Montgomery, Alabama. Who is she?
Rosa Parks
In which year did Samantha Cristoforetti make her first mission to the ISS?
2014
What is the currency of India?
Indian Rupee (INR)
Name one of the largest cities in Australia besides Canberra.
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide
Where is Oskar Schindler buried?
He is buried in the Catholic cemetery on Mount Zion in Jerusalem, Israel.
This young Pakistani activist survived an attack and became the youngest Nobel Peace Prize winner , Who is she?
What did she fight for?
Malala Yousafzai
She fought for girls' education