Which event took place in 1957 sparking the Space Race between the Soviet Union and the United States?

Question

Responses
A the launching of Sputnik into spacethe launching of Sputnik into space
B the landing of Apollo 11 on the moonthe landing of Apollo 11 on the moon
C the launching of the first dog into spacethe launching of the first dog into space
D the first photograph of Earth was taken by NASA

Answer 1

The correct response is A: the launching of Sputnik into space. This event occurred on October 4, 1957, and marked the beginning of the Space Race between the Soviet Union and the United States.