Questions
1. The first seven astronauts were given constant
media attention? Why?
2. From two hours before liftoff until after the
recovery of his space capsule, Shepard's first
flight was broadcast live. Why would the gover-
ment allow that?
3. Do you think landing a person on the moon was
a worthwhile goal? Why or why not?

The space race between two Cold War rivals (The United States and The Soviet Union) could answer your 3 questions.

Explanation:

1. These first US Astronauts were seen as heroes during the Cold War rivalry who could meet the advances of the Soviet Union as it was a huge step for mankind.

2. In order to help generate the enthusiasm among the public, the government allowed Shepard's first flight broadcast.

3. Yes, Landing a person on the moon was worthwhile as it united people and established a new step for mankind.

first it was savannah, then it was augusta, louisville, milledgeville, then atlanta.

i live in georgia.

-seth