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their and .
A is for 15; that has not .
Source: NASA, 2026-10-08.
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Vocabulary
- Orbit
- the curved path of an object around a planet or star
- Source
- the person, organization, or document that provides information
Comprehension
What happened in this story, and why does it matter?
Answer guide
Recovery followed a Pacific splashdown. Add one supporting fact from the article.
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Which sentence best describes this story?
- Two industrial studies will examine an option for Europe's activities after the International Space Station.
- The European-Chinese spacecraft is starting science operations after completing months of checks.
- Recovery followed a Pacific splashdown.
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The best answer is C.
Grammar focus: Careful reporting
Notice words such as “may,” “could,” “suggests,” and “preliminary.” They show that a claim has limits or uncertainty.