splash down — when a spacecraft lands in the ocean.
go down in history — to be remembered as important or famous in the future.
lifeboat — a small boat used to escape in an emergency.
flash — a quick, bright light.
trail — a line or path left behind something that is moving (like smoke or fire).
oxygen tank — a container filled with oxygen for breathing.
meteor — a piece of rock from space that burns when it enters Earth’s atmosphere.
crew — the group of people who work together on a spacecraft, ship, or plane.
manned mission — a space mission that has people (astronauts) on board.
plot — the main story or events in a book, movie, or situation.