Set the Scene:
Let’s start with some engaging questions to connect your everyday life to the subject of the activity. Have you ever wondered how scientists conduct research in extreme environments like Antarctica? What kind of vehicles do you think would be needed to navigate such harsh conditions? Have you heard of any countries that have successfully explored Antarctica? How do you think the Soviet Union’s exclusion from a 1948 party where Western countries decided on territorial ownership might have motivated their interest in Antarctica?
Featured Image Analysis & Prediction:
Take a look at the featured image. What do you see in the image? What do you think this activity will be about based on this image? Do you think the image is related to the Soviet Union’s Antarctica expeditions? What kind of vehicle do you think is being shown in the image?
Introduction:
Read the introduction to the activity and get an overview of the Soviet Union’s Antarctica expeditions and vehicle development. Pay attention to the key points and take note of any questions that come to mind.
Video Engagement:
Watch the video associated with the activity: The insane machine that conquered Antarctica for the USSR – the Kharkovchanka. Pause the video at the following points:
- When the video mentions the Soviet Union’s exclusion from the 1948 party
- When the video shows the ATS tractor being used in Antarctica
- When the video discusses the design of the Shark of Shanka
For each pause point, reflect on or discuss the following questions:
- What motivated the Soviet Union to develop vehicles for Antarctica exploration?
- How did the ATS tractor contribute to the Soviet Union’s presence in Antarctica?
- What features made the Shark of Shanka a successful vehicle for Antarctica exploration?
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