Question

Use the cause and effect table to answer the question.

Effect of the Soviet Union Launching Sputnik into Orbit
Cause Effect
The Soviet Union launched Sputnik into orbit. ?
Which of the following best completes the chart?

(1 point)
Responses

The United States developed a series of ballistic missiles that carry nuclear weapons more than 3,000 miles.

The United States developed a series of ballistic missiles that carry nuclear weapons more than 3,000 miles.

Julius Rosenberg was tried, convicted, and executed for selling American nuclear weapons plans to the Soviets.

Julius Rosenberg was tried, convicted, and executed for selling American nuclear weapons plans to the Soviets.

Congress passed the National Aeronautics and Space Act, creating the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

Congress passed the National Aeronautics and Space Act, creating the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

The United States began developing its own satellite that could orbit higher and faster than the Soviet’s satellite.

Answer 1

Congress passed the National Aeronautics and Space Act, creating the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

Explanation: Sputnik's launch in 1957 sparked the U.S. response that led to the 1958 creation of NASA and accelerated U.S. space and satellite programs.