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Part 1: Matching Definitions
Match the word to its correct definition.
1. ___ astronaut A. A person trained to travel in a spacecraft
B. A chemical used to kill harmful insects
2. ___ gravity C. The force that attracts a body toward the
center of the earth
3. ___ pesticide D. A narrow vertical passage (as in a mine
or elevator)
4. ___ incoherent E. The branch of biology dealing with
interactions among organisms and their
5. ___ ecology environment
F. Unable to speak or express oneself
6. ___ launch clearly
G. A machine in orbit used for
7. ___ satellite communication or observation
H. A change that is a result or consequence
8. ___ imminent of an action
I. Very soon to happen the storm is imminent.
9. ___ shaft J. To send into the air or space
10. ___ effect
Part 2: Fill in the Blanks (With Word Bank)
Instructions: Fill in each blank using the appropriate word from the word
bank below. You may need to change the form of the word.
unmmaned
manned space junk pressure flora fauna shaft
device incisive fluctuate horizon incoherent
1. The first _______ mission to Mars will be a historic event.
2. Space agencies are working to reduce _______ that orbits Earth.
I am under heavy pressure
agriculture
3. The _______ caused the metal rod to bend slightly.
4. The region is rich in both _______ and _______.
5. They needed a strong steel _______ to support the building.
6. The doctor used a medical _______ to monitor the patient's heartbeat.
7. His comments were _______ and showed a deep understanding of the
issue.
8. The population is expected to _______ over the next few years.
9. We saw the sun dip below the _______ as night fell.
10. Her arguments were completely _______ and hard to follow.
PART 3: Humanity’s Journey Beyond Earth
For centuries, humans have looked to the stars and dreamed of exploring the
vast universe beyond our planet. In recent decades, that dream has become
a reality. The first manned missions into space marked a turning point in
history, with astronauts aboard spacecraft leaving Earth’s atmosphere to
study the effects of weightlessness, gravity, and isolation.
Space exploration has evolved from government-led missions to include
commercial ventures. Companies now design and build shuttles and satellites
to collect data, provide communication services, and even deliver cargo to
space stations. While exciting, this growth has contributed to an increase in
space junk—unmanned debris that orbits Earth, posing risks to both satellites
and astronauts.
Explorers of space face challenges beyond engineering. The pressure of life
in confined quarters and the psychological toll of isolation are significant. Yet,
these missions are inevitable if humanity hopes to inhabit other planets one
day. Some regions of Mars, for instance, are believed to be uninhabited, but
future technology could allow us to transform them into livable environments.
Back on Earth, space exploration has led to innovations in device
construction, internal systems, and external materials like steel used in
skyscrapers and landmarks. Additionally, environmental scientists have
drawn parallels between maintaining ecological balance in space habitats and
preserving flora, fauna, and vegetation on Earth. Understanding our
ecological systems has become crucial, especially as we face global issues
like climate change and the overuse of pesticides.
The road ahead involves cooperation, sustainability, and incisive thinking. The
next generation of explorers will need to be not only technically skilled but
also deeply aware of how every action taken in space could have an effect
back on Earth.
Multiple-Choice Questions
1. What marked a major turning point in human space exploration?
A. The use of satellites for TV signals
B. The discovery of other planets
C. The first manned missions into space
D. The launch of unmanned space junk
2. What does space junk refer to?
expired
A. Outdated astronaut suits
B. Natural debris from comets My passport expires next month.
C. Useless materials stored on Earth
D. Unmanned debris orbiting Earth
3. What is one psychological challenge astronauts face during space
missions?
A. Low gravity
B. High fuel costs
C. Isolation and confinement
D. Space shuttles overheating
4. How have commercial companies contributed to space exploration?
A. By building homes on Mars
B. By replacing NASA entirely
C. By designing satellites and shuttles
D. By farming in outer space
5. What does the reading suggest about inhabiting other planets?
A. It is impossible due to gravity
B. It will require military presence
C. It may become possible with future technology
D. Mars is already inhabited possible (a)
6. How has space exploration benefited construction on Earth?
A. By teaching people to build on the moon benefit (n)
B. By inventing new architectural styles (v)
beneficial (a)
C. By removing the need for steel
D. By developing stronger materials and devices
7. Why are ecological systems mentioned in the reading?
A. To show why plants can’t survive in space
B. To compare Earth’s weather to Mars
C. To connect environmental care on Earth and in space habitats
D. To discuss farming in deserts
8. What kind of mindset is needed for future explorers, according to the
passage?
caution (v/n)
A. Rebellious and carefree
B. Cautious and passive -free
sugar-free
C. Incisive and aware of consequences
D. Focused only on profits