British Science Association

High school (ages 12+)
Science & Technology

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/british-science-association

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the year of establishment?1831
2. What is the former designation?British Association for the Advancement of Science
3. When was the British Science Association founded?It was founded in 1831 as the British Association for the Advancement of Science.
4. What is the British Science Festival?The British Science Festival is a big national event with talks, exhibitions, and workshops where scientists show their latest research in a fun way.

Learned Society: An organization dedicated to the advancement of knowledge in a specific field through research, publication, and scholarly discourse.
Public Engagement with Science: The process of involving the general public in scientific activities, discussions, and decision-making.
Scientific Literacy: The ability to understand and engage with scientific concepts and evidence, enabling informed decision-making and participation in society.
Inclusivity in Science: Ensuring that science is accessible, equitable, and welcoming to individuals from all backgrounds and identities.