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.
1 answer
The most appropriate response that completes the cause and effect table is:
Congress passed the National Aeronautics and Space Act, creating the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
This response directly relates to the cause of the Soviet Union launching Sputnik, as it highlights the reaction of the United States in response to the space race initiated by the launch of Sputnik.
