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India launches sun probe after historic moon landing — Level A1 — flag hanging on pole

India launches sun probe after historic moon landingCEFR A1

5 Sept 2023

Level A1 – Beginner
2 min
73 words
  • India landed a spacecraft on the moon's south pole.
  • A few days later India sent a sun probe.
  • People feel proud of these two missions.
  • Many scientists praise the technical success.
  • Some scientists worry about science funding.
  • Others say space work helps daily life.
  • Supporters point to benefits for weather and communication.
  • The missions show India growing in space.
  • Many people celebrate the achievements across India.
  • The country continues to plan new missions.

Difficult words

  • spacecrafta vehicle that travels in outer space
  • probea small object sent to study planets or the sun
    sun probe
  • missionan organized trip or project in space
    missions
  • scientista person who studies or works in science
    scientists
  • fundingmoney provided to pay for a project
  • achievementsomething important completed or reached
    achievements

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Discussion questions

  • Are you proud of these missions?
  • Do you think space work helps daily life?
  • Which is more interesting to you: the moon landing or the sun probe?

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