Space exploration

Discussion Topics

SpaceX

1. Have you heard of SpaceX before? What do you know about Elon Musk’s space exploration corporation? 
2. What was involved in the recent ‘overhaul’ of the SpaceX starship, according to the  journalists in the video? 
3. Why were these changes necessary? 
4. What was the valuation of SpaceX at the time of the video? Why do you think the current valuation keeps increasing? 
5. How much has SpaceX spent on the starship programme at the time of the video? Why is this so high? 
6. Are you optimistic or pessimistic about the future of the SpaceX starship programme and why?

The future of space exploration

1. What do you imagine the future of space exploration will be like? 
2. Do you think we will see space tourism in the future? If yes, when? 
3. Would you like to travel in space? Why (not)? 
4. Did you want to be an astronaut as a child? What qualities does an astronaut need to have? 
5. What is the most interesting fact you know about space? Can you name each of the planets in our solar system? 
6. Do you think humans will ever explore another solar system?
7. Do you have a favourite film or novel set in space? Is it realistic or not? 
8. Why do we explore space? Do you agree that international cooperation is important for space exploration?

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