Chapter #1 - #2
Where was Neil deGrasse Tyson born?
New York City
What gift did Neil receive for his 12th birthday?
a telescope
Who were Neil’s two super heroes?
Mighty Mouse and Superman
What did Neil lie about to seem older?
He said he was 16 years old.
What does Neil want to do when he grows up?
Explore the universe.
What did the police officers think Neil was doing?
What did Neil's theory about superheroes involve?
He thought capes can make them fly.
What did Neil go to see in Africa?
A Solar Eclipse
What did Neil see in the planetarium?
Thousands of stars and planets.
What did Neil look at through his telescope?
Saturn
What did Neil learn from Isaac Newton?
about gravity
Who did Neil meet on the trip?
Neil Armstrong
Who was the astronaut that Neil saw land on the moon?
Neil Armstrong
How did Neil earn money for a bigger telescope?
He walked his neighbors dogs.
What was Neil’s favorite subject in school?
Astronomy
What did Neil learn about Saturn's rings?
They have bits of ice.
Why is it hard to stars in NYC at night?
There are many lights.
What class did Neil sign up for at the Hayden Planetarium?
An astronomy class
What did Neil’s wrestling teacher say helped him in the sport?
Being big and smart.
How many earth's can fit into saturn?
700