Multiple choice

The first satellite was launched by

  1. Japan

  2. U.S.A.

  3. U.S.S.R.

  4. France

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Soviet Union (USSR) launched Sputnik 1 on October 4, 1957, making it the first artificial satellite in history. This marked the beginning of the Space Age. USA's first satellite (Explorer 1) was launched in January 1958, and Japan's first satellite (Ohsumi) was in 1970.

Keep practicing — related questions