SpaceX has a very big rocket. It is called Starship. It did a big test and now it is ready to fly around Earth for the first time!
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A big machine that flies up into space
“The rocket went up into the sky.”
Very high, not short
“The tree is very tall.”
To move through the air or sky
“Birds fly in the sky.”
A way to check if something works
“We did a test in class today.”
Something that gives energy to a machine
“The car needs fuel to go.”
Something that makes you feel very happy and interested
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SpaceX made the biggest rocket ever! It is called Starship. This rocket is very, very tall. It is taller than a big building! Starship wants to fly around Earth.
The rocket did a big test. The team put fuel in the rocket. They checked every part of it. Everything worked well! The test was in Texas.
Now the rocket is ready to fly! It will go around Earth six times. Many people want to watch it. This is very exciting for space fans!
Test your understanding of the article with these multiple-choice questions.
What is the name of the rocket?
Where did the test happen?
How many times will the rocket go around Earth?
What did the team put in the rocket?
Answer these comprehension questions about the article.
What is the name of the big rocket?
Where did the test happen?
How many times will the rocket go around Earth?
What did the team put in the rocket?
What did the team check before the flight?
Share your opinions on these open-ended questions.
Would you like to fly in a rocket?
What would you take to space with you?
What is your favorite thing about space?
Can you think of other things that fly?
What would you do if you were on the moon?
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