Diana Moon-Glampers

Every time a space movie comes out that involves NASA and other world space agencies, I have the same thought: In recent years, we’ve somehow lost our sense of wonder about space flight — about the fact that we, as a species, are regularly sending human beings off the planet entirely. And, ideally, bringing them back. And that, of course, is the story at the heart of the movies The Martian and The Right Stuff. These movies are masterpieces that tell the story of fearless American astronauts and…

NASA has tried to send a lot of people into space, sadly NASA has not completed all of their missions. Most missions have succeeded their goals however, there is a handful of missions that have failed. Space mission Gemini, Apollo 13, and Spirit and Opportunity have two things in common. They all have spinoffs, and they all tried or succeeded to travel to planets. This mission is Apollo 13, the only one that did not accomplish its goal, Gemini, and Spirit and Opportunity are missions that…

Furthermore Longfellow speaks about the woven petals by saying. “Brilliant hopes, all woven in gorgeous tissues, flaunting galy in the golden light.” This means that the flowers are most beautiful at night and blossom at night. Then Longfellow goes on to talk about the desires that one has at night. “Large desires, with most uncertain issues, Tender wishes, blooming at night!” Longfellow's is saying that people convey desires at night as well. (Longfellow's lines 25-28). Similarly to…

Biography of Neil Armstrong By Nadia Ludwig Did you know that an American was the first person to walk on the moon? This was only less than 50 years ago. This American’s name was Neil Armstrong. He is one of the most famous astronauts in the world. Neil Armstrong is one of only 12 people to have ever walked on the moon. Neil Armstrong was born on August 5, 1930 in Auglaize County in Ohio, his parents were Stephen Koenig Armstrong and Viola Louise Engel and he had two younger siblings Dean and…

questionable perspectives that people have hindering the action. Since the 20th century, exploring the space has been the toughest competition for the former Soviet Union and the United States of America. The title of having the first man to walk on the moon is considered a valuable award, because it shows which country has the best technology, science, and economic system. The Space Race sparked the economies of a variety of countries to contribute to the manufacturing process for the…

There used to be a young boy named Alastair who lived on beautiful, purple planet called Pluria. Secured by a delicate air of virtue, Planet Pluria was a standout amongst the most delightful planets in the solar system with its lovely lavender shade of purple. The sound of kids' feet shuffling along the floor and their sharp laughs would fill the air each and every day. There would be the occasional blasts of their laser guns as they would blast their friends and laugh while they waited for…

Every year when summer and fall come around, Wisconsin campgrounds fill with families for annual trips, reunions, or spring-of-the-moment getaways. Preparation can be a huge hassle, packing the car to the brim, leaving just enough space for passengers, the dog, and a little bit of breathing room. When I attempt to make everything fit, it’s kind of like playing an exhausting game of Tetris, but it’s all worth it for that tranquil, beautiful, and unforgettable time I am yet to have. Upon arrival…

The background is tall buildings with neon lights shining in the dark sky. There is no moon or cloud in the dark sky. If the moon is there the moon light will interfere with the neon lights. Furthermore moon often represents the beauty of nature which is the least thing this advertisement need; modern and extravagant is the central idea. The background is represent through the apartment windows…

____________ If the moon is full today, what phase do you expect it to be at in a week? _____________ How about one month later? _____________ Many words in astronomy also non-astronomical uses as well. Using your knowledge of how the terms on the left are used in astronomy match them with the nonastronomical uses on the right. waning convex, rounded -- also hunch-backed, having a hump gibbous to increase in size, quantity, volume, intensity, etc. waxing decrease in magnitude, importance…

When it crosses the eastern side of the horizon plane it is rising / setting (circle). Page 5 – The Horizon Diagram Describe the location of the moon in the sky of the horizon diagram at bottom. Use direction words (like north, west, etc.) and estimate its altitude in degrees. ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Page 6 – The Witness and the Detective If we know the moon's position…