How Rockets Were Invented — Questions and answers

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What did Hana see on Nikolai's desk that she asked about?

Choices

  1. A) A mug of hot cocoa.
  2. B) A sleek, white rocket model. ✓
  3. C) A picture of a polar bear.
  4. D) A stack of old books.

Answer: B) A sleek, white rocket model.

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What was an early use for rockets, according to Nikolai?

Choices

  1. A) To send messages to friends.
  2. B) To shoot firecrackers to scare enemies. ✓
  3. C) To fly to the moon.
  4. D) To light up the sky for parties.

Answer: B) To shoot firecrackers to scare enemies.

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What kind of rocket was William Congreve trying to perfect?

Choices

  1. A) A rocket for sending messages.
  2. B) A military rocket. ✓
  3. C) A rocket for space travel.
  4. D) A rocket for entertainment.

Answer: B) A military rocket.

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According to William Congreve, what were his rockets used for in 1806 and 1807?

Choices

  1. A) To launch into space.
  2. B) To deliver mail.
  3. C) To bombard Boulogne and Copenhagen. ✓
  4. D) To create fireworks displays.

Answer: C) To bombard Boulogne and Copenhagen.

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According to Nikolai, how much money does the global satellite industry generate annually today?

Choices

  1. A) Over 280 million.
  2. B) Exactly 280,000.
  3. C) Over 280 billion. ✓
  4. D) Under 280 billion.

Answer: C) Over 280 billion.

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