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Chapter: 10. There’S A Hole In My Galaxy

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A. Answer these questions.

What is the name of Maya’s brother?

Maya’s brother’s name is Reyhaan.

What is the main reason scientists want to find out more information about planets?

Scientists want to find out more information about planets because they are curious and want to understand the universe better.

How far away from the black hole was the ship when the computer announced it was moving at the speed of the event horizon?

The ship was 5 kilometres away from the black hole when the computer announced it was moving at the speed of the event horizon.

According to Ava, how many black holes do scientists guess there are for every thousand stars in the universe?

Scientists guess that there is, perhaps, one black hole for every thousand stars in the universe.

What happens to a black hole if you throw things into it?

Throwing things into a black hole makes it bigger.

B. Answer these questions with reference to the context.

‘They’re out for the weekend, and it’s not that far to Pluto.’ a. Who says this line? * Ava says this line. b. What is the speaker trying to convince Maya to do by saying this? * Ava is trying to convince Maya to fly her to Pluto in Maya’s family rocket ship. c. What does this line reveal about the speaker’s understanding of travel distances in space? * It reveals that Ava might underestimate the true distance and complexity of space travel, or she’s simply using a convincing argument for Maya.

‘FULL POWER, DOUBLE POWER.’ a. Who yells these commands? * Maya yells these commands. b. What is the character’s emotional state when yelling these commands? * Maya is shaking with fear and desperation, trying to escape the black hole. c. Why are these commands being given to the computer? * These commands are given to the computer to activate maximum engine power and emergency boosters, hoping to pull the ship away from the black hole’s strong gravitational pull.

‘I want to get home now,’ a. Who expresses this desire? * Reyhaan expresses this desire. b. What experiences have led this character to feel this way? * His terrifying experience of being pulled towards a black hole, realizing he nearly got “torn into nothing,” and understanding the dangers of space have led him to feel this way. c. How does this line show a change in the character’s initial enthusiasm for the trip? * Initially, Reyhaan enthusiastically tagged along. This line shows a complete shift from excitement about adventure to a strong desire for safety and comfort, indicating he’s had enough of the dangers of space.

C. Think and Answer.

What role does Maya’s rocket ship play in the story, beyond just transportation? How does it reflect the setting and time period of the story?

Maya’s rocket ship is central to the plot; it’s the vehicle for adventure and also the object of their forbidden journey. Beyond transportation, it symbolizes the advanced technology of the year 2563, where personal space travel is common enough for families to own rockets. It sets the futuristic tone, showing a world where space is accessible, but also where its dangers are still very real, despite technological advancements.

How does the story highlight the importance of understanding the unknown, even when it is dangerous? Use examples from the story to support your answer.

The story highlights the importance of understanding the unknown through Ava’s character and the children’s learning experience. Even in a terrifying situation, Ava provides detailed explanations about black holes, their effects on light and time, and their formation. After their narrow escape, Maya and Reyhaan ask more questions, showing their desire to comprehend the dangerous phenomenon they faced. This pursuit of knowledge helps them process the fear and appreciate the universe’s complexity.

D. Imagine and Create.

Imagine you are a news reporter in the year 2563. Write a short news headline and a sentence or two describing the unusual return of Maya, Ava, and Reyhaan’s rocket.

Headline: Missing Children’s Rocket Appears After Six Months!

Report: In a baffling turn of events, a rocket ship carrying three young adventurers, previously thought missing, suddenly reappeared in a backyard today, six months after its departure. The children claim their short trip near a black hole caused the massive time jump.

Draw a simple diagram showing the rocket ship caught between the black hole’s pull and its own power, labeled to show the forces acting on it.

(Student would draw a diagram here. Example description for diagram:)

[Black Hole - Large dark circle on left, with arrows pointing towards its center representing 'Gravitational Pull']

<------------------ (Black Hole's Pull)

[Rocket Ship]

------------------> (Rocket's Engine Power)

[Event Horizon - Dotted line circle around the black hole]

The rocket ship is positioned between the black hole's strong gravitational pull and the opposing force of its powerful engines, creating a "tug-of-war."

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