NASA Astronauts Return After Five-Month Mission
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Four astronauts came back to Earth. They went to the Space Station five months ago. They helped the two pilots of Boeing's Starliner.
Their SpaceX ship landed in the Pacific Ocean. It was near the coast of California. They left the Space Station one day before landing.
The astronauts were Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers. Takuya Onishi from Japan was also there. Kirill Peskov from Russia was the fourth astronaut to return.
Two other astronauts were stuck on the Space Station. They stayed for over nine months instead of one week. NASA sent them back on a SpaceX ship after the new crew arrived.
McClain spoke about problems on Earth before leaving. She said teamwork is very important. The astronauts wanted showers and burgers when they got home.
Questions
How long did the astronauts stay at the Space Station?
They stayed for five months.
Who were the astronauts that returned to Earth?
The astronauts were Anne McClain, Nichole Ayers, Takuya Onishi, and Kirill Peskov.
What did McClain say was important before leaving?
She said teamwork is very important.
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