Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

Soviet astronauts were called:

  1. cosmonauts

  2. taikonauts

  3. aeronauts

  4. none of the above
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Explanation

The Soviet Union used the term "cosmonaut" from the Greek words "kosmos" (universe) and "nautēs" (sailor), while the U.S. used "astronaut." "Taikonaut" is the Chinese term, and "aeronaut" refers to balloon or airship pilots.

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