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1. What is the main difference between space shuttles and space rockets?

a) They are each a different shape.
b) A Space shuttle can be re-used, where as each rocket can only be used once.
c) They were each invented by different countries.
d) A rocket can transport things back down to Earth.

2. What does NASA stand for?

a) Nautical Acrobatics Stunts Association.
b) Never Admit you're a Supernatural Alien.
c) National Air and Space America.
d) National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

3. Which space shuttle exploded in 1986?

a) the Atlantis.
b) the Enterprise.
c) the Challenger.
d) the Discovery.

4. What is the payload bay?

a) A special compartment that carries satellites or other scientific equipment.
b) A section where the astronauts receive their pay each week on the shuttle.
c) A hole in which technicians load in all the supplies needed for the outer-space trip.
d) A small room in the mid-deck of the shuttle similar to a lounge room.

5. What is the group responsible for the well-being of the ship and crew while in flight?

a) Mission Directors.
b) The group responsible for the well-being of the ship and crew. (they don’t have a name!)
c) Mission Control.
d) The government.