What is the goal of the Chang'e 5 mission?

• A. To land on the moon, operate for up to one lunar day, and return a sample of lunar regolith.
• B. To deploy a space telescope into lunar orbit
• C. To reach the asteroid belt Between Mars and Jupiter
• D. To establish a manned lunar base

Answer: (A)

Chang'e 5 is designed as an uncrewed lunar sample-return mission. Its main objective is to land on the Moon, collect lunar soil and rock (lunar regolith), and bring those samples back to Earth for analysis. The mission accomplishes this with a lander to touch down, an ascent vehicle to lift the samples into lunar orbit, and a return capsule that delivers the material to Earth. This focus on acquiring and returning lunar material is why this option is the best fit, and it’s distinct from goals like deploying a space telescope, heading to the asteroid belt, or establishing a manned lunar base.