Europe's Latest Space Endeavors: Ariane 6, SMILE, and Rosalind Franklin Updates

Space Exploration

Explore the newest developments in European space exploration, including the recent Ariane 6 launch, the upcoming SMILE mission, and critical preparations for the Rosalind Franklin Mars rover.

ESA Ariane 6 SMILE mission Rosalind Franklin EU Space

4 Questions Medium Ages 12+ May 1, 2026

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This study set covers Space Exploration through 4 practice questions. Explore the newest developments in European space exploration, including the recent Ariane 6 launch, the upcoming SMILE mission, and critical preparations for the Rosalind Franklin Mars rover. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.

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1 What was the primary payload of the Ariane 6 rocket's latest launch on April 30, 2026, from Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana?

A Galileo navigation satellites
B Amazon Leo internet satellites
C Meteosat Third Generation imager
D ExoMars Rosalind Franklin rover

2 The joint European-Chinese SMILE mission, recently confirmed for a May 2026 launch, aims to study which of the following?

A Deep-space exoplanets
B Asteroid composition
C Earth's response to solar wind
D Lunar water ice

3 What significant preparation was recently completed by the European Space Agency for its Rosalind Franklin Mars rover, ahead of its 2028 launch?

A Final assembly of the rover's drill
B Sterilization of its descent parachute
C Integration with the launch vehicle
D Testing of its autonomous navigation system

4 Which European component played a crucial role in powering and sustaining NASA's Artemis II mission, which recently carried astronauts around the Moon?

A European Robotic Arm
B European Service Module (ESM)
C Columbus laboratory module
D Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV)

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