Valentina Tereshkova's Space Flight

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What year did Tereshkova's space flight take place, and how many orbits did she make?

  • 1963, 48 orbits (correct)
  • 1962, 48 orbits
  • 1963, 50 orbits
  • 1961, 48 orbits

What was Tereshkova's primary profession before becoming a cosmonaut and how did it contribute to her spaceflight?

  • She was a parachutist, her skills were not useful for the space flight.
  • She was a textile factory worker, with the skills learned there being useful for her spaceflight.
  • She was a textile factory worker, her experience in the factory was not relevant to her spaceflight.
  • She was a parachutist, her skills were critical for her return to Earth after the Vostok 6 flight. (correct)

What event in the American space program prompted Tereshkova to volunteer for the Soviet space program?

  • The successful landing of astronauts on the moon.
  • Yuri Gagarin's first human spaceflight. (correct)
  • The first successful spacewalk by an American Astronaut.
  • The successful launch of the Sputnik satellite.

What is a significant difference between Tereshkova's spaceflight and the other spaceflights in the early years of the Soviet space program?

<p>She was the first female cosmonaut. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following roles did Tereshkova hold after her spaceflight?

<p>Director of the Soviet Women's Committee. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the term 'civilian' when describing Tereshkova's flight?

<p>It means she was not part of a military organization like the Soviet Air Force. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Tereshkova's parachute experience in her return from space?

<p>It was significant because she had to parachute from the Vostok 6 capsule. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Tereshkova's extensive training before her spaceflight include zero-gravity and isolation conditions?

<p>The training was designed to prepare for the demanding environment of space. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The text describes Tereshkova's spaceflight as a historical milestone for women in space exploration. Which of the following statements best describes this accomplishment?

<p>It marked the first time a woman had flown in space. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Valentina Tereshkova

The first woman and first civilian in space, flew in 1963.

Vostok 6

The spacecraft that carried Tereshkova on her historic flight.

1963 Spaceflight

Year when Tereshkova became the first woman in space.

Hero of the Soviet Union

Honor awarded to Tereshkova in 1966 for her achievements.

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Parachute jumping

Skill Tereshkova practiced before her spaceflight, aiding her descent.

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1955 Career Start

The year Tereshkova began working, leaving school at 16.

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Supreme Soviet Presidium

Governing body where Tereshkova was a member in 1974.

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Doctorate in Engineering

Advanced degree earned by Tereshkova in 1977.

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48 Orbits

The number of times Vostok 6 circled Earth during Tereshkova's flight.

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