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1. What is the primary focus of space missions in 2024, as mentioned in the
article?
2. Why is Europa considered a significant moon in the context of space
exploration?
3. Briefly describe the Europa Clipper mission's objectives.
4. What is the launch window for the Europa Clipper mission, and why is it
significant?
5. Summarize the purpose of the VIPER mission on the Moon's south pole.
6. Why was the VIPER mission delayed, according to the article?
Reading for Specific Information: Mission Details Unveiled
8. How many times does the Europa Clipper plan to fly past Europa, and why is
this important?
9. What is the launch date window for the Artemis II mission, and what
distinguishes it in the Artemis program?
10. Describe the key function of the VIPER rover during its mission on the Moon.
11. Identify one potential challenge that the VIPER rover might face during its
mission.
12. Explain the rationale behind NASA's decision to delay the VIPER mission.
13. What is the primary goal of the Europa Clipper mission regarding Europa's
surface and subsurface?
Vocabulary Exploration: Lexical Recall
14. Define the term "volatiles" as used in the context of the article.
15. Explain the significance of the term "subsurface" in relation to Europa's
features.
16. How is the term "geyser" relevant to the Europa Clipper mission?
Discussion and Reflection: Space Mission Preferences
17. Which space mission from the article intrigues you the most, and why?
18. If you were part of a space mission, which role would you prefer - an
astronaut, a mission controller, or a scientist analyzing data from Earth?
19. Do you think space exploration is a worthwhile endeavor, considering the time
and resources invested? Why or why not?
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