Which statement best describes why boredom becomes a problem during periods of inactivity in space?

The brain wants something to do

Why might chronic boredom be dangerous on a space mission?

Astronauts might takes risks that put them in danger.

What is one way the astronauts combat extreme boredom

occupying themselves with a lot of work

Why are science outposts in Antarctica of interest to space scientists?

The outposts are in an isolated, high-risk environment

What makes the trip to Mars especially challenging for astronauts?

The trip takes more than eight months each way.

If Sofia's leg injury is excruciatingly painful, which of the following must be true?

Her medical problem involves pain that is intense

If marine means, "relating to the ocean," what does submarine mean?

a vessel that travels under the ocean

Why are astronauts living on the slopes of a volcano as part of the Hawaii Space Exploration Project?

They're studying how people react to spending a long time in space.

Which statement describes why boredom becomes an issue during times of inactivity in space?

The brain wants something to do

What happens to the human brain when people are bored for long periods?

It daydreams, It becomes depressed

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1
Our visit to the display about Mars at the science museum taught us many things about it.
science
taught
display
things
2
Which statement best describes why boredom becomes a problem during periods of inactivity in space?
The brain wants something to do
The body loses physical functions
Astronauts lose interest in the mission
Astronauts become argumentative and uncooperative
3
Why might chronic boredom be dangerous on a space mission?
They might miss Ms. Plogger.
Astronauts might takes risks that put them in danger.
Astronauts might get frustrated and stop working together.
Astronauts might stop taking care of themselves.
4
What is one way the astronauts combat extreme boredom
communicating continuously with people
counting days until they go home
occupying themselves with a lot of work
eating and drinking more often
5
Why are science outposts in Antarctica of interest to space scientists?
The outposts are in an isolated, high-risk environment
The outposts are in cold, dark places.
The outposts are in an environment that appeals to adventurers.
The outposts are difficult places to travel safely
6
Jamal became bored by the monotony of his job, delivering newspapers day in and day out.
a weird word
lack of variety
low pay
difficult challenges
7
What makes the trip to Mars especially challenging for astronauts?
Deep space is too cold to be comfortable.
Getting supplies to the astronauts is not easy.
The trip takes more than eight months each way.
It isn't this answer:)
8
What is the meaning of the Latin prefix -sub?
under
beside
a tasty sandwich
over
9
If Sofia's leg injury is excruciatingly painful, which of the following must be true?
Her medical problem involves pain that is intense
She can play sports despite her pain
She should be able to walk soon without pain
Her leg pain comes and goes
10
If marine means, "relating to the ocean," what does submarine mean?
a ship that is part of a country's ocean fleet
a vessel that travels under the ocean
an animal that lives mostly in the ocean
a tasty sandwich
11
Why are astronauts living on the slopes of a volcano as part of the Hawaii Space Exploration Project?
They are building equipment in an environment similar to Mars.
They're studying how people react to spending a long time in space.
They are testing a variety of rockets and engines.
They are researching the dangers of living at high altitude.
12
Which statement describes why boredom becomes an issue during times of inactivity in space?
Astronauts miss playing Fortnite
The body loses physical functions.
Astronauts become argumentative and uncooperative
The brain wants something to do
13
What happens to the human brain when people are bored for long periods?
It sleeps
It daydreams
It becomes depressed
It gains intelligence
14
Which of the following is the best definition of chronic?
Existing since birth
Continuing for a long time.
Causing physical pain
Mrs. Jolly's favorite word.

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