Sounding Rockets and Chew Valley Hoard Quiz
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Why is RPL not planning to build rockets for higher altitudes, according to the content?

  • The team does not have the necessary resources for higher altitude launches.
  • The team is focused on building rockets for research purposes.
  • The team is primarily focused on developing smaller, more manageable rockets.
  • Special permissions are required for higher altitude launches. (correct)

    • What is the main function of a "sounding" rocket, as described in the content?

  • To provide communication signals for distant locations.
  • To serve as a test platform for new rocket technologies.
  • To carry scientific instruments for research purposes. (correct)
  • To deliver small payloads to space.

    • What is the maximum altitude permitted for amateur rocketry, as mentioned in the content?

  • 470,000 feet
  • 490,000 feet (correct)
  • 500,000 feet
  • There is no specified limit.

    • What does RPL plan to do with their sounding rockets, according to the content?

    <p>They will use them to gather data for research purposes. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the content, who are the primary users of "sounding" rockets?

    <p>Scientific research institutions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the information provided, how many sheep was the Chew Valley Hoard estimated to be worth?

    <p>500 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where will the Chew Valley Hoard be permanently housed?

    <p>The South West Museum of Somerset (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of cutting the ancient coins in half?

    <p>To create smaller units of money (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT mentioned as a feature of the Chew Valley Hoard?

    <p>The coins were made of gold. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the article, what was the primary purpose of the Chew Valley Hoard?

    <p>To be buried as a symbol of wealth and power (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the sentence "The coins will then be permanently housed at the South West Museum of Somerset" suggest about the historical significance of the hoard?

    <p>The hoard will be available for public viewing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT a characteristic of ancient coins mentioned within the provided content?

    <p>Being made of silver (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the information provided, what is the LEAST likely reason the Chew Valley Hoard was buried?

    <p>To be used as a currency (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase "annual income of a large estate" suggest about the significance of the Chew Valley Hoard?

    <p>The hoard represented a significant sum of wealth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The text states that the Chew Valley Hoard will tour museums across the UK. What can be concluded from this statement about the hoard?

    <p>The hoard is considered to be of national importance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What historical event is indicated as a significant turning point for England in 1066?

    <p>The Battle of Hastings (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which king's reign ended with his death in the Norman Conquest of 1066?

    <p>King Harold II (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the believed reason for the coins being buried according to the curator Amal Khreisheh?

    <p>The Exeter rebellion and Harold's sons' attacks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Approximately how many different locations are believed to have minted the coins from the hoard?

    <p>46 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which coin depiction was most prevalent in the hoard discovered by Amal Khreisheh?

    <p>Coins depicting King Harold II (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the information provided, which of these statements is TRUE, regarding the number of seats needed for a majority in the House of Representatives?

    <p>Republicans need to win at least 218 seats to secure a majority in the House. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these statements is NOT explicitly mentioned in the provided information about Donald Trump's victory speech?

    <p>Trump indicated that achieving the aforementioned goals would require extensive collaboration with the other parties. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these statements is TRUE regarding the Senate?

    <p>The Republican Party has secured a majority of seats in the Senate. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the information provided, what conclusion can be drawn about the significance of JD Vance's election as Vice President?

    <p>Vance's election as the first millennial vice president marks a new era of political participation for younger generations. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these statements is NOT a direct implication from the information provided in the text?

    <p>The House race was more closely contested than the Senate race at the time this article was published. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the approximate difference in altitude between the Aftershock II and the GoFast rocket?

    <p>27.4 km (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the approximate speed of the Aftershock II, in kilometers per hour, when it broke the sound barrier?

    <p>1,235 km/h (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many times the speed of sound was the speed of GoFast 20 years ago, if we assume it reached the same speed as Aftershock II?

    <p>5.5 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate difference in speed between the Aftershock II and GoFast, in meters per second, if we assume they both reached the same speed?

    <p>1,611 m/s (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the Aftershock II reached 1,000km/h in 3 seconds, which of these statements is true?

    <p>The Aftershock II would have reached its maximum speed faster than the GoFast rocket. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Student-Built Rocket Breaks Altitude Record

    • A rocket built at the University of Southern California (USc) Rocket Propulsion Lab (RPL) shattered a 20-year record.
    • Aftershock III, launched from Nevada's Black Rock Desert on October 20, 2024, reached an altitude of 470,000 feet (143.3 km).
    • This was 90,000 feet (27.4 km) higher than the previous amateur rocket altitude record of 380,000 feet (115.8 km).
    • The record was set by the Civilian Space Exploration Team's GoFast rocket in 2004.
    • The 14 feet (4 m) tall Aftershock II broke the sound barrier within two seconds of launch.
    • It reached a maximum speed of 3,600 mph (5,800 km/h) — 5.5 times the speed of sound — just 19 seconds after launch.
    • The new record slightly exceeded the speed record set by GoFast in 2004.

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    Test your knowledge on the functions of sounding rockets and the historical significance of the Chew Valley Hoard. This quiz covers various aspects including amateur rocketry regulations, the purpose of ancient coins, and key details about the hoard. Challenge yourself and learn interesting facts about these topics!

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