Watch the video and answer the multiple-choice questions to verify your understanding of the video.

What do you think are the potential benefits and risks of commercial space travel?

How do you feel about the idea of non-professional astronauts participating in missions like the Polaris Dawn?

What advancements in technology do you think will be most important for future space missions?

In what ways might developments in space technology benefit life on Earth?

How does the growing number of people in space affect international cooperation in space exploration?

What are your thoughts on the future of space exploration, including potential missions to the Moon and Mars?

In the video, a historic moment is reported as a team of privately funded astronauts embarks on the first commercial spacewalk during the SpaceX Polaris Dawn mission. The mission commander, Jared Isaacman, and SpaceX engineer Sarah Gillis are highlighted as they exit the capsule, which had to depressurize and then repressurize for the astronauts to safely work in space. The discussion emphasizes that these astronauts are not professionals, marking a significant shift in space exploration.

Expert Libby Jackson from the UK Space Agency elaborates on the transition from government-funded to commercial space missions, noting the benefits of new technologies and potential applications for life on Earth, including advancements in pharmaceuticals and materials. The scene also points out that more people are in space than ever before, indicating a growing opportunity for commercial endeavors in low Earth orbit. Overall, the video captures the excitement and significance of this groundbreaking event in the realm of space exploration.

SpaceX Astronauts Make First Private Spacewalk - Comprehension

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Let's do English ESL general vocabulary practice. Watch the video and answer the multiple-choice questions to verify your understanding of the video.