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Satellites and Space Probes
🎯 WALT (We Are Learning To)
We are learning to:
- Understand observing technologies such as satellites and space probes
- Explain what satellites and space probes are and what they do
- Describe how satellites orbit Earth and collect data
Success Criteria
I can:
- Explain what satellites and space probes are
- Describe how satellites orbit Earth
- Identify types of data satellites collect
- Answer questions about observing technologies
🛰️ Part 1: Multiple Choice Questions
1. What is a satellite?
A) A star in space
B) An object that orbits Earth
C) A planet
D) A cloud
2. Why do satellites orbit Earth?
A) Because of Earth's gravity
B) Because they have engines
C) Because they fall from the sky
D) Because they are pushed by wind
3. Which of these data can satellites collect?
A) Photos of Earth's surface
B) Songs from the radio
C) Weather patterns
D) Both A and C
4. What is a space probe?
A) A tool that collects data in space without orbiting Earth
B) A city on Earth
C) A telescope on Earth
D) A type of satellite that only orbits Earth
5. How do satellites stay in orbit around Earth?
A) They use rockets constantly
B) Balance between gravity and forward motion
C) They are attached to Earth by cables
D) They float like balloons
🌍 Part 2: More Multiple Choice Questions
6. Which of these is an example of satellite data used in everyday life?
A) GPS navigation in cars
B) Weather forecasts on TV
C) Internet communication
D) All of the above
7. What is the main difference between a satellite and a space probe?
A) Satellites are bigger than space probes
B) Space probes travel to other planets, satellites orbit Earth
C) Space probes are older technology
D) There is no difference
8. Why are satellites important for scientific research?
A) They can observe Earth from space
B) They collect data over large areas
C) They help scientists study climate and weather
D) All of the above
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