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What critical advantage did Valentina Tereshkova possess that significantly contributed to her selection and success in the Soviet space program?
What critical advantage did Valentina Tereshkova possess that significantly contributed to her selection and success in the Soviet space program?
- Amateur parachuting experience, which demonstrated her courage, risk assessment, and ability to handle disorienting situations. (correct)
- Her extensive background in engineering, which allowed her to quickly grasp the technical complexities of spacecraft operation and maintenance.
- Prior experience as a test pilot, which provided her with invaluable skills in handling high-speed aircraft and adapting to extreme conditions.
- Proficiency in multiple languages, which facilitated effective communication with international teams and access to a wider range of resources.
What was the total duration that Valentina Tereshkova spent in space during her historic mission aboard Vostok 6?
What was the total duration that Valentina Tereshkova spent in space during her historic mission aboard Vostok 6?
- 24 hours, during which she completed 12 orbits around Earth.
- 48 hours, allowing her to closely observe Earth’s atmosphere and conduct experiments.
- 71 hours, during which she orbited Earth 48 times, gathering extensive data. (correct)
- 96 hours, providing her with ample time to study the effects of prolonged weightlessness.
How did Valentina Tereshkova's spaceflight contribute to the broader context of the Space Race between the Soviet Union and the United States?
How did Valentina Tereshkova's spaceflight contribute to the broader context of the Space Race between the Soviet Union and the United States?
- It prompted the US to reconsider its space program’s objectives, shifting focus from manned missions to robotic exploration to mitigate risks.
- It led to a significant increase in funding and resources allocated to space programs in both countries, intensifying competition and accelerating technological advancements.
- It served as a significant propaganda victory for the Soviet Union, demonstrating their progress and commitment to gender equality in scientific achievements. (correct)
- It facilitated improved collaboration and data sharing between the Soviet Union and the United States, leading to a more unified approach to space exploration.
What socio-political role did Valentina Tereshkova take on following her pioneering spaceflight, reflecting her continued influence within the Soviet Union?
What socio-political role did Valentina Tereshkova take on following her pioneering spaceflight, reflecting her continued influence within the Soviet Union?
After a rigorous 16-month training program involving extreme conditions, what aspect of Valentina Tereshkova's preparation was most crucial for enduring the challenges of spaceflight?
After a rigorous 16-month training program involving extreme conditions, what aspect of Valentina Tereshkova's preparation was most crucial for enduring the challenges of spaceflight?
Flashcards
What was the Space Race?
What was the Space Race?
A period of intense competition between the US and Soviet Union for achievements in space exploration.
Who is Valentina Tereshkova?
Who is Valentina Tereshkova?
In 1963, she became the first woman in space aboard Vostok 6, orbiting the Earth 48 times.
Tereshkova's Parachuting?
Tereshkova's Parachuting?
Her parachuting experience helped her get selected and prepared for space travel.
Vostok 6 Mission Length?
Vostok 6 Mission Length?
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Tereshkova's Post-Flight Roles?
Tereshkova's Post-Flight Roles?
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Study Notes
- Valentina Tereshkova: Soviet cosmonaut and engineer
- In 1963, she became the first woman and first civilian to fly in space.
Early Life and Career
- After leaving school at 16, Tereshkova worked in a textile factory.
- Tereshkova took up parachute jumping.
- Volunteered for the Soviet space program in 1961 following the early Soviet victory over the US in the Space Race.
- The Soviet victory was achieved by sending the first man into space.
- She trained for 16 months, during which she was exposed to extreme isolation and zero-gravity conditions.
Space Flight
- Tereshkova launched in the space capsule Vostok 6 on June 16, 1963.
- She completed 48 orbits of Earth during 71 hours of flying.
- She never flew in space again.
- Tereshkova had to parachute from the capsule Vostok 6 on the return journey back to Earth because she was an amateur parachuter.
Later Life
- Tereshkova was made a Hero of the Soviet Union in 1966.
- She got a doctorate in engineering in 1977.
- She became director of the Soviet Women's Committee in 1968.
- Tereshkova became a member of the Supreme Soviet Presidium in 1974.
Milestones
- Space Race: Tereshkova entered the Soviet space program in 1961 during the politically motivated "space race" with the US.
- Female Cosmonaut: She made history as the first woman in space in 1963.
- It wasn't until 1984 that another woman reached space.
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Valentina Tereshkova was the first woman and civilian to fly in space in 1963. As a Soviet cosmonaut and engineer, she orbited the Earth 48 times aboard Vostok 6. After her pioneering space flight, she received the Hero of the Soviet Union award and earned a doctorate in engineering.
