While writing about the International Space Station, a student has taken the following notes:
• The ISS orbits Earth at approximately 400 km altitude • Construction began in 1998 with the launch of the Russian Zarya module • The ISS is a joint project involving NASA, Roscosmos, ESA, JAXA, and CSA • The station has been continuously inhabited since November 2000 • Over 240 astronauts from 19 countries have visited the ISS
The student wants to emphasize international collaboration in the ISS project. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?
The ISS, which orbits Earth at 400 km altitude, has been continuously inhabited since November 2000 following the launch of its first component in 1998.
The International Space Station represents an unprecedented collaboration among five space agencies—NASA, Roscosmos, ESA, JAXA, and CSA—and has welcomed over 240 astronauts from 19 countries.
Construction of the ISS began in 1998 when Russia launched the Zarya module, and the station has maintained continuous human presence since 2000.
Orbiting 400 kilometers above Earth, the International Space Station has hosted more than 240 astronauts since it became operational.
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. The goal is to emphasize international collaboration.
- Context clues: The goal asks for "international collaboration."
- Meaning: Five agencies (NASA, Roscosmos, ESA, JAXA, CSA) and 19 countries show collaboration.
- Verify: Choice B highlights both the agencies and the international scope of visitors.
💡 Strategy: For collaboration emphasis, look for mentions of multiple parties working together.
Choice A is incorrect because it focuses on physical and operational facts. Choice C is incorrect because it focuses on construction history. Choice D is incorrect because it doesn't mention the international partnerships.