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The Mars Rover — Passage and Quiz

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The Mars Rover' introduces young readers to the cutting-edge technology used in exploring other planets. Sarah encounters a model of the Mars Rover, sparking a discussion about its purpose and capabilities. The story explains how these robotic explorers capture images, collect samples, and help scientists learn about Mars. The comparison of controlling the rover to playing a video game makes this advanced technology relatable to children. This passage highlights the intersection of robotics, space exploration, and planetary science, encouraging interest in STEM fields. It demonstrates how human ingenuity overcomes the challenges of exploring distant worlds, inspiring the next generation of scientists and engineers.

Publisher: Workybooks

Written by:Neha Goel Tripathi

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The Mars Rover

As they moved to the next exhibit, Sarah saw a strange-looking vehicle with six wheels. It had a long arm with a claw at the end and was covered in solar panels.

"This is a model of the Mars Rover," Alex said. "NASA sends these robots to explore the surface of Mars. They take pictures, collect samples, and help us learn about the Red Planet."

Sarah's classmate, Tim, asked, "How does it move around on Mars?"

"Great question!" Alex replied. "The Rover is controlled by scientists on Earth. They send commands telling it where to go and what to do. It's like playing a video game, but on another planet!"