Rockets launch into space by igniting their engines to produce thrust, which propels the rocket upwards against Earth’s gravity. As the engines burn fuel, the rocket accelerates and climbs into the atmosphere. Once in space, engines can be reignited for course adjustments or to enter orbit.
MCQs
1. What force do rockets need to overcome to launch into space?
A) Gravity
B) Friction
C) Magnetism
D) Air resistance
2. What part of the rocket contains the fuel?
A) The capsule
B) The engine
C) The booster
D) The tank
3. What is the name of the effect that propels rockets forward?
A) Newton’s First Law
B) Newton’s Second Law
C) Newton’s Third Law
D) Einstein’s Theory of Relativity
4. Which of these is not a stage of a rocket launch?
A) Ignition
B) Orbit
C) Separation
D) Landing
5. Why do rockets have stages?
A) To carry more astronauts
B) To increase speed gradually
C) To drop weight as they go higher
D) To look more impressive
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