Kim Binsted says this experiment looks at how the astronauts interact, or get along with each other. “We study how well they work together, how we can keep them happy and supported, and not wanting to kill each other over these long durations.”

　　Crew members communicate with the outside world through e-mail and blogs. They also produce videos on the YouTube website, like this one from mission commander Martha Lenio.

　　“I am really enjoying this opportunity to live in this dome and pretend that I’m on Mars and get to learn all sorts of new skills.” one of them said.

　　Whoever gets there first, the trip will not be easy, says Kim Binsted.

　　“It is going to be challenging.”

　　25. What do we know about Olympus Mons?

　　A. It is 2,500 meters above sea level.

　　B. It is geologically similar to Mauna, Loa.

　　C. It is the second largest mountain on the earth.

　　D. It is a mountain on the Big Island of Hawaii.

　　26. What is the purpose of the experiment?

　　A. To set up a space station.

　　B. To explore new settlement for human.

　　C. To study how the astronauts treat each other.

　　D. To prove human can live in whatever conditions.

　　27. How can crew members keep in touch with the outside world?

　　A. By Internet.

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