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Life in space is very different from life on Earth. Astronauts live on space stations, like the International Space Station (ISS), which goes around the Earth. In space, there is no gravity, so everything floats. Astronauts have to do things in new ways. For example, they sleep in special bags attached to the walls so they don’t float away. They eat food from packages and drink liquids through straws to stop them from floating.
Working in space is not easy. Astronauts fix equipment, do experiments, and make sure everything works well. They also study how space affects their bodies. Without gravity, muscles and bones get weak, so astronauts must exercise for two hours each day. They run, cycle, and lift weights, all while floating!
Astronauts miss many things from Earth, like fresh food and being with their families. They stay in space for six months or more and talk to their loved ones through video calls. Life in space can feel lonely, but astronauts are trained to handle it and work together as a team.
Astronauts help scientists learn about our planet and space. Their work will help us understand what life might be like on the Moon or Mars in the future.

questions

  1. Where do astronauts live in space?

  2. What is the name of the space station that orbits the Earth?

  3. Why does everything float in space?

  4. How do astronauts sleep without floating away?

  5. How do astronauts drink liquids in space?

  6. What kind of work do astronauts do on the space station?

  7. Why do astronauts need to exercise every day?

  8. How long do astronauts usually stay in space?

  9. How do astronauts talk to their families from space?

  10. What do astronauts help scientists learn about for the future?

answers

  1. On space stations.

  2. The International Space Station (ISS).

  3. Because there is no gravity.

  4. They sleep in special bags attached to the walls.

  5. They drink through straws to stop liquids from floating.

  6. They fix equipment, do experiments, and make sure things work well.

  7. To stay healthy because muscles and bones get weak without gravity.

  8. Six months or more.

  9. Through video calls.

  10. They help scientists learn about living on the Moon or Mars.