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Bài tập tiếng Anh lớp 9 Unit 10 liên quan đến Space Travel với đáp án chi tiết
I. Hoàn thành các câu với từ từ hộp. Sử dụng mỗi từ chỉ một lần.
astronaut - astronomy - comet - float - launch
microgravity - mission - operate - orbit - spacesuit
1. The ________ of Apollo 11 was to place two astronauts on the moon's surface and ensure their safe return to Earth.
2. Did Viet Nam’s initial telecom satellite Vinasat-1 enter ________ on April 18th, 2008?
3. Sally Ride was the first American woman ________ to travel to space in 1983 at the age of 32.
4. In __________, astronauts are able to handle objects weighing hundreds of pounds with just their fingertips.
5. Quang is fascinated by _________ . He can devote hours to exploring the sun, moon, stars, and planets.
6. The tail of a _________ can stretch up to 84 million miles, almost reaching the distance between Earth and the sun.
7. The _________ of Apollo 13 was rescheduled from March 12th to April 11th, 1970 to provide the new main crew with additional training time.
8. People _________ in space due to the absence of gravity to pull them down.
9. This _______ was worn by astronaut Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the Moon.
10. The mission not only provided NASA with insights about Venus but also demonstrated how to __________ a spacecraft at great distances from Earth.
Answers
1. Mission 2. Orbit 3. Astronaut 4. Microgravity 5. Astronomy
6. Comet 7. Launch 8. Float 9. Spacesuit 10. Operate
II. Conjugate the verbs in parentheses into the past simple or past perfect tense.
1. Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin (collect)________ some samples of moon dust before they (return)________ to Earth.
2. By the time Yang Liwei (become)________ the first individual sent into space by the Chinese space program in 2003, NASA had already (send)________ over 100 astronauts.
3. Once the Soyuz 37 spacecraft (be)________ in orbit around Earth, Pham Tuan and Viktor Gorbatko (conduct)________ various experiments.
4. When we (arrive)________ at Kennedy Space Center, the space shuttle had already (launch)________ into space.
5. Dennis Tito had already (complete)________ 900 hours of training by the time he (fly)________ into space in 2001.
Answers
1. Had gathered – returned
2. Became – had already dispatched
3. Had orbited – conducted
4. Arrived – had already been launched
5. Had already finished – traveled
III. Select the most suitable answer from the options to complete the sentences.
1. The student (who / whom / x) was chosen for the space program is a friend of my brother.
2. They showed me the location (when / which /x) where the spaceship landed last week.
3. David introduced me to the woman (whom / whose / x) spouse is employed by NASA.
4. The astronomer (which / whose / x) you wish to meet will be presenting a paper at next Friday’s conference.
5. The 29th of May is the day (that/which /x) our astronauts are scheduled to come back.
6. The man with (who / whom/x) Mr. Khoa is conversing has completed three space flights.
7. The satellite (where / that / x) was sent into space yesterday is owned by Viet Nam.
8. The space era commenced in 1957 (when / which/x) the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, the first artificial satellite.
9. An astronaut is someone (whom / that /x) journeys in a spacecraft to outer space.
10. The book (who / where /x) I am currently reading covers the history of space exploration.
Đáp án
1. Who 2. x 3. whose 4. x 5. x
6. Whom 7. that 8. when 9. that 10. x
IV. Select the correct option A, B, C, or D to finish the sentences.
1. The first _______ was performed by Alexei Leonov, a Russian cosmonaut on March 18th, 1965. It lasted 10 minutes.
A. Spacesuit B. spacewalk C. spaceship D. spaceward
2. The Milky Way is merely a ______ in the universe and it houses our Solar System.
A. Planet B. comet C. meteorite D. galaxy
3. Christer Fuglesang mentioned he enjoyed drifting in the _____ environment.
A. Homesick B. heavy C. weightless D. quiet
4. NASA is currently making significant efforts to _____ if there is life on Mars.
A. Discover B. collect C. experience D. accept
5. The nearest potentially _______ planet ever detected has been identified by Australian scientists, and it is only 14 light-years away.
A. Foreseeable B. Habitable C. Transferable D. Workable
6. Once the spacecraft ________ into space, the crew began to monitor the sun.
A. Travelled B. Was travelling C. Has travelled D. Had travelled
7. The Space Shuttle Endeavour's launch _____ aired live this morning.
A. Was B. had been C. has been D. was being
8. Would you like to meet my colleague ______ whose son is training to become an astronaut?
A. That B. whom C. whose D. x
9. The mission ______ they are discussing aims to send humans to Mars by the year 2030.
A. Who B. when C. where D. x
10. The Astronauts Memorial Foundation pays tribute to all American astronauts _______ who have died during missions or while training.
A. Which B. who C. whom D. x
Answer Key
1. B 2. D 3. C 4. A 5. B
6. D 7. A 8. C 9. D 10. B
V. Complete the passage by filling in each blank with an appropriate word.
Space exploration involves studying the universe beyond Earth's atmosphere using (1) ________ either crewed or uncrewed spacecraft. Despite the technological progress made earlier, space exploration was not (2) _______ until the 20th century. The first successful orbital launch was accomplished by the Soviet Union in 1957 and was named “Sputnik”. When discussing the topic of “SPACE EXPLORATION,” a common question (3) _______ raised is: “Why invest in NASA when there are so many (4) _______ issues on Earth?” However, this perspective might be somewhat flawed, as uncovering the unknown can lead to advancements.
The benefits of space exploration include acquiring materials (5) ________ from outer space. For example, asteroids contain iron and nickel that could meet the demand for (6) ________ metals. Consequently, many commercial entities have invested in technology for asteroid mining. Several comets and asteroids (7) ________ contain solid water, which could be used by astronauts and scientists on space stations. This water can also be converted into hydrogen, serving as (8) ______ for rockets. Additionally, scientists hypothesize that dinosaurs went extinct because they were unable to reach a (9) ________ planet. Eventually, a dangerous comet might again intersect Earth's trajectory, threatening all life. Thankfully, (10) _________ our knowledge of comets and space science continues to grow, we will be better prepared to survive.
Translation:
Space exploration refers to investigating the cosmos beyond Earth’s atmosphere using (1) ________ either manned or unmanned spacecraft. Despite past technological achievements, space exploration remained (2) _______ until the 20th century. The Soviet Union’s successful orbital launch in 1957, known as “Sputnik,” marked a significant milestone. When discussing “SPACE EXPLORATION” (3) _______, a frequent query is: “Why allocate funds to NASA when there are so many (4) _______ issues on Earth?” Nonetheless, this view might be partially incorrect, as exploring the unknown can contribute to progress.
The benefits of space exploration encompass materials (5) ________ obtained from outer space. For instance, asteroids contain iron and nickel, which can fulfill the (6) ________ for metals. As a result, various commercial companies are investing in asteroid mining technologies. Some comets and asteroids (7) ________ have solid water, which could support astronauts and scientists on space stations. This water can also be split into hydrogen, serving as (8) ______ for rockets. Additionally, scientists speculate that dinosaurs became extinct because they couldn’t reach a (9) ________ planet. Eventually, a catastrophic comet might cross Earth’s path, endangering all life. Fortunately, (10) _________ our understanding of comets and space science continues to advance, ensuring our survival.
Answer Key
1. Implies 2. Feasible 3. Upon 4. Numerous 5. That / which
6. Requirement / need 7. Contain 8. Propellant 9. Another 10. Due to
VI. Review the passage below and select the most suitable answer for each question.
What’s your destination for your next holiday? Disneyland? Sea World? Or perhaps outer space?
Indeed, tourists are now shelling out significant amounts of money to venture into space alongside astronauts! The pioneer space tourist was Dennis Tito, an American entrepreneur. In 2001, he invested approximately $20 million to journey aboard a Russian spacecraft to the International Space Station. This Space Station orbits 220 miles above the Earth. Tito spent a week there, interacting with astronauts and sampling space cuisine. The most recent space tourist was Anousheh Ansari, an Iranian-American who visited the Space Station in mid-September 2006.
How secure is traveling to space? Besides the danger of potential crashes, space tourists face unique challenges. Earth's atmosphere shields us from harmful solar radiation. In space, travelers are exposed to more of these rays. However, for those only staying a few days or weeks, the radiation is likely not a major health risk.
A significant concern could be space sickness. Without Earth's gravity to keep them grounded, visitors to the Space Station float freely inside the spacecraft. While it may seem entertaining on screen, it can make newcomers to space feel dizzy and unwell. Fortunately, this discomfort typically passes quickly, allowing space tourists to fully enjoy their journey and the spectacular view of Earth.
1. Going to space _____ .
A. Will be accessible to everyone B. Is costly
C. Will be restricted to the extremely affluent D. Will be confined to the impoverished
2. When in space, it is probable that individuals will _____ .
A. Experience symptoms of space sickness B. Not require space suits
C. Suffer from sunburn D. Take excursions to Mars
3. The high cost of space travel is likely due to _____ .
A. Astronauts aim to earn substantial income
B. The cost of astronaut meals is very high
C. The expense of space gear and fuel is high
D. Space travel is subject to steep taxes
4. This text is ____ .
A. A poem B. Fiction C. A biography D. Non-fiction
5. Why are space travelers subjected to higher levels of radiation?
A. Their spacesuits do not offer adequate protection.
B. They are without the shielding effect of Earth’s atmosphere.
C. They spend extended periods in space.
D. They move weightlessly inside the spacecraft and experience space sickness.
Detailed answers: 1. C 2. A 3. C 4. D 5. B
