Emotions and Goals in Competitions

The video introduces the International Science and Engineering Fair, highlighting its importance akin to a Nobel Prize for young scientists. Participants share their excitement and expectations, discussing their projects aimed at solving global issues like plastic pollution and world hunger. The video captures the challenges faced, the camaraderie among participants, and the anticipation leading up to the announcement of the winners.

What is the International Science and Engineering Fair compared to for young participants?

• The Pulitzer Prize

• The Olympics

• The Grammy Awards

• The Nobel Prize

Which of the following is NOT a goal mentioned for the projects?

• Solving plastic pollution

• Developing a safer fuel for Zimbabwe

• Creating a new social media platform

• Slowing world hunger

What emotion is expressed by participants due to the high stakes of the competition?

• Fear

• Indifference

• Nervousness

• Excitement

What do participants plan to bring to help with their nervousness?

• A lucky charm

• A notebook

• A water bottle

• Tums

What is the shared sentiment among participants about their uniqueness?

• They feel isolated

• They embrace their weirdness

• They feel superior

• They wish to be normal