Junior/Senior World Drone Prix

1. As you read, list and write the definition of two (2) words you learned while reading the article. Word Definition

Using the article, circle the letter that indicates the correct answer to the following questions.

2. Tornado X-Blades Banni UK won $250,000 purse at the drone races. Which of the following is the best definition of “purse” as used in this story? a. A bag that can hold money and other things. b. A particular way of puckering or contracting lips. c. A box with the winner’s rewards. d. A sum of money given as a prize in a sporting contest.

3. What did a team led by a 15-year-old pilot from England do in the World Drone Prix? a. The Team lost the competition. b. The Team won the bronze medal. c. The Team took second place. d. The Team took first place.

4. Who said, “Anybody can go out and all of a sudden, they’re Superman.”? a. Zachry Thayer b. Nigel Tomlinson c. Luke Bannister d. Mohammed al-Gergawi

5. According to the article, what group must you register with if you own a drone? a. Power Administrations b. Defense Technical Information Center c. Legal Services Corporation d. UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority

Critical Thinking/Application Questions Answer the following questions using complete sentences. Answers should be at least a paragraph long (5 sentences). All ideas should be supported with clear explanations. Direct references from the article should be cited. Use the space below or a separate sheet of paper if necessary.

6. How might this contest have an effect on the use of drones?

7. Do you think drone racing will become a sport in the United States? Why or Why not? 8. Saif- Mohammed al Suwaidi spoke about the sport saying, “ It’s a sport that requires mental focus and accuracy to enable users to harmonize mental commands and hand movements to fly their drone.” Do you agree with this statement? Explain your answer.