India’s Moon Landing (Intermediate/Advanced)
No longer a third world country
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India’s Moon Landing
“No longer a third world country” (Intermediate / advanced lesson)
Introduction:
India has recently made a remarkable achievement in space exploration by successfully landing a spacecraft on the moon. This groundbreaking mission has not only brought immense pride to the nation but also opened new doors for scientific research and technological advancements. In this English lesson, we will delve deeper into this incredible achievement and its implications for India and the world.
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Grammar Question One:
1. Choose the correct option to fill in the blank.
India’s moon landing mission, named Chandrayaan-3, is __________ for launch in 2022.
a) schedule
b) scheduling
c) scheduled
d) schedules
Section One:
The successful moon landing of ISRO’s Vikram lander is a testament to India’s growing prowess in space exploration. Over the past few years, the nation has worked relentlessly to expand its space program, including the launch of Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan), another significant milestone. The lunar mission offers ample opportunities for research and understanding of the lunar surface while demonstrating India’s expertise in precision orbital mechanics.
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Grammar Question Two:
2. Identify the correct usage of the preposition in the following sentence.
India aims to land _____ the moon with their upcoming mission.
a) on
b) at
c) above
d) around
Section Two:
Not only is this a momentous occasion for India, but it also has global implications. With this successful endeavor, India joins an elite group of countries, including the United States, Russia, and China, that have accomplished moon landings. This achievement gives India a stronger standing in international collaborations related to space exploration, enabling the country to take advantage of new opportunities and partnerships.
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Grammar Question Three:
3. Select the appropriate verb form to complete the sentence.
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) _______ a new landing site for the Chandrayaan-3 mission.
a) have selected
b) has selected
c) are selecting
d) were selecting
Section Three:
India’s moon landing epitomizes how emerging powers can contribute significantly to scientific advancements within constrained budgets. The cost-effective approach employed by ISRO showcases the potential for more countries to become involved in groundbreaking space exploration initiatives without breaking the bank. This accomplishment serves as an inspiration to other nations striving to enhance their space capabilities.
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Grammar Question Four:
4. Rearrange the jumbled words to form a meaningful sentence.
rocket / third / reach / lunar / its / India’s / mission / aims / with / orbit
a) Third lunar its with reach rocket, aims orbit mission India’s,
b) With its third lunar rocket, India’s mission aims reach orbit,
c) India’s third lunar rocket with its aims reach orbit mission,
d) India’s third lunar rocket with its mission aims reach orbit,
Video Listing Section:
Questions:
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- What has India done that no one else has managed to do before?
- What are they hoping to find at the Moon’s South Pole?
- What three things will water (H2O) provide?
- What can water be used for?
- Why is the Moon important to different countries?
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Conclusion:
India’s recent moon landing marks a historic moment, further establishing the country as an influential player in modern space exploration. Even more importantly, it demonstrates how resourcefulness and innovation can overcome budgetary constraints and make previously unimaginable accomplishments a reality. As India continues its journey into outer space, one can only imagine what exciting discoveries and technological breakthroughs will come next.
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Grammar Question Five:
5. Choose the correct option to complete the sentence.
Chandrayaan-3 will be India’s ________ moon landing mission.
a) second
b) third
c) fourth
d) fifth
Writing Section:
Write a 150-word short essay about the moon landing in 1969, imagining how the astronauts inside the spacecraft must have felt. Use at least three adverbs and one sentence in the future perfect progressive tense. Don’t forget to convey excitement, curiosity, and pride for this outstanding achievement. Consider incorporating details about their thoughts, emotions, or surroundings as they embark on this extraordinary journey.
Grammar Question Six:
6. Select the appropriate verb form to complete the sentence.
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) _______ a new landing site for the Chandrayaan-3 mission.
a) have selected
b) has selected
c) are selecting
d) were selecting
GRAMMAR QUESTIONS ANSWERS:
1. Choose the correct option to fill in the blank.
India’s moon landing mission, named Chandrayaan-3, is __________ for launch in 2022.
a) schedule
b) scheduling
c) scheduled
d) schedules
Answer: c) scheduled
2. Identify the correct usage of the preposition in the following sentence.
India aims to land _____ the moon with their upcoming mission.
a) on
b) at
c) above
d) around
Answer: a) on
3. Which is the correctly punctuated sentence?
a) India’s space agency, ISRO plans to send; a rover to explore the moon’s surface during their moon landing mission.
b) India’s space agency, ISRO, plans to send a rover to explore the moon’s surface during their moon landing mission.
c) India’s space agency ISRO, plans to send a rover: to explore the moon’s surface during their moon landing mission.
d) India’s space agency; ISRO plans to send, a rover to explore the moon’s surface during their moon landing mission.
Answer: b) India’s space agency, ISRO, plans to send a rover to explore the moon’s surface during their moon landing mission.
4. Rearrange the jumbled words to form a meaningful sentence.
rocket / third / reach / lunar / its / India’s / mission / aims / with / orbit
a) Third lunar its with reach rocket, aims orbit mission India’s,
b) With its third lunar rocket, India’s mission aims reach orbit,
c) India’s third lunar rocket with its aims reach orbit mission,
d) India’s third lunar rocket with its mission aims reach orbit,
Answer: d) India’s third lunar rocket with its mission aims reach orbit,
5. Choose the correct option to complete the sentence.
Chandrayaan-3 will be India’s ________ moon landing mission.
a) second
b) third
c) fourth
d) fifth
Answer: b) third
6. Select the appropriate verb form to complete the sentence.
The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) _______ a new landing site for the Chandrayaan-3 mission.
a) have selected
b) has selected
c) are selecting
d) were selecting
Answer: b) has selected