Pre-reading questions:
- What do you know about the Titanic?
- Would you want to visit its remains? Why or why not?
Vocabulary:
- comprehensive /kom-pri-HEN-siv/
- uncover /uhn-KUHV-er /
- utmost /UHT-mohst/
- disturbance /dih-STUR-buhns/
- wealth /welth/
[adjective] – complete and including everything that is necessary
The book offers a comprehensive guide to cooking techniques for beginners.
[verb] – to discover something secret or hidden
The archaeologists carefully excavated the site to uncover ancient artifacts.
[adjective] – used to emphasize how important or serious something is
The firefighters acted quickly and with the utmost bravery to save lives.
[noun] – something that interrupts someone or something
The construction work outside created a disturbance, making it difficult to have a conversation.
[noun] – a large amount of something good
The city offered a wealth of entertainment options, including theaters, museums, and music venues, ensuring there was always something exciting to do.
Article reading:
Every detail of the three-mile debris field was meticulously documented, resulting in a final digital replica that encompasses both the bow and stern sections, which separated upon sinking more than a century ago. A famous Titanic expert praised the project as a game-changer as it unveiled previously unseen details. Engineers now have access to tangible data that enables a close examination of the ship’s mechanics during its breakup and sinking, bringing us closer to understanding the true story of the Titanic disaster. The expedition yielded an astounding amount of information. Experts believe that this groundbreaking mapping project marks the beginning of a new era in Titanic research and exploration. The wealth of information gathered is expected to propel our understanding of this historic tragedy to new heights.
Comprehension questions
- Which ruins did a recent underwater scanning project focus on?
- What techniques were used to create a digital replica of the Titanic wreck?
- What was the goal of the underwater scanning project?
- What sections of the Titanic were encompassed in the final digital replica?
- How did a famous Titanic expert describe the project?
Discussion questions
- Have you ever been fascinated by the story of the Titanic? How do you think having a comprehensive digital replica of the wreck could change our understanding of the tragedy?
- If given the opportunity, would you be interested in exploring the Titanic wreck or other underwater sites? What aspects of underwater exploration do you find intriguing?
- Do you think it’s important to preserve historic sites like this?
- How did the team of scientists ensure that the Titanic wreck was treated with respect during the underwater scanning project?
- What are some potential benefits of having tangible data and detailed information about the mechanics behind the Titanic’s breakup and sinking?