Pre-reading questions:
- Have you ever heard of robot wolves before? What do you think they might be used for?
- Why do you think farmers might be worried about wild animals in their fields?
Vocabulary:
- chaos /KEY-os/
- mechanical /muh-KAN-i-kuhl/
- emerge /ih-MURJ/
- tackle /TAK-uhl/
- highlight /HAHY-lahyt /
[noun] – complete disorder and confusion, often resulting in a state of upheaval or turmoil
After the hurricane hit, the town was in chaos, with houses damaged and streets flooded.
[adjective] – relating to or operated by machinery or a machine
The mechanical arm on the robot could perform precise tasks with great accuracy.
[verb] – to come into view or notice, often gradually or from a hidden or obscure position
The sun began to emerge from behind the clouds, warming the chilly morning.
[verb] – to deal with or take on a problem, challenge, or task, usually with determination or effort
She decided to tackle her fear of heights by climbing a mountain.
[verb] – to emphasize or draw attention to something, making it more noticeable or prominent
The speaker used colorful visuals to highlight the key points of the presentation.
Article reading:
Using robot wolves to protect crops is intriguing and showcases our adaptability to nature’s challenges. It also highlights the broader potential of robotics in various industries, promising transformative solutions for resource protection and sustainability.
Comprehension questions
- Why did engineers in Japan create robot wolves called “Monster Wolves”?
- When did these robot wolves make their debut, and where were they introduced?
- How do the Monster Wolves scare away animals like deer and boars?
- In what way do the robot wolves showcase adaptability to nature’s challenges?
- What broader potential of robotics does the article highlight beyond protecting crops?
Discussion questions
- Have you ever encountered cunning animals on a farm or in the wild? How did you handle the situation?
- If you were a farmer facing crop damage from wild animals, would you consider using robot wolves as a solution? Why or why not?
- Do you agree that technology like robot wolves can have a positive impact on agriculture and other industries?
- What potential challenges or ethical concerns might arise from using robot wolves in agriculture or other fields?
- How do you think advancements in technology, such as robot wolves, could shape the future of farming and wildlife management?