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The following pages are Video lessons to be done at the end of each unit.
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Participants at the FIRST Robotics Competition
Robot Games
ABOUT THE VIDEO
Every year, thousands of students take part in the FIRST Robotics Competition.
BEFORE YOU WATCH
Guess. What do you think FIRST stands for?
a. Fellowship of Intelligent Robot Sports Teams
b. For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology
c. Fun International Robotics School Tournament
WHILE YOU WATCH
A. Check your answer to the Before You Watch question.
B. Watch the video again. Circle the correct answers.
1. FIRST was started by a famous (sportsperson / inventor).
2. Dean Kamen had the idea for FIRST after seeing how much kids enjoyed (sports / robotics).
3. Students work (alone / in teams) to build the robots.
4. The events in the competition are (the same / different) every year.
AFTER YOU WATCH
Talk with a partner. Are you in rested in science and technology? Would you like to take part in this competition?
