Unit 4 Opener: The Terror and Wonders of Space

Unit 4 Opener: The Terror and Wonders of Space

7th Grade

"All adventures, especially into new territory, are scary."

Sally Ride

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"All adventures, especially into new territory, are scary."

-Sally Ride

What do you think about this quote?

Essential Question

Why is the idea of space exploration both inspiring and unnerving?

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What do you think astronauts do?

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How do you think astronauts prepare for space exploration?

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Why is the idea of space exploration both inspiring and unnerving?

Academic Vocabulary

complex

potential

rely

stress

valid

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CHALLENGE: Choose three (3) of the academic words and put them to good use. Write down a sentence with each one of the words you chose.

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CHALLENGE: Choose three (3) of the academic words and put them to good use. Write down a sentence with each one of the words you chose.