MV Viking Star

High school (ages 12+)
Transportation

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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/mv-viking-star

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 lead ship designation?MV Viking Star, lead ship of the Viking Star class
2. What is the operator?Viking Ocean Cruises, a division of Viking Cruises
3. Why did Viking Ocean Cruises build the MV Viking Star?Viking wanted to bring its river‑cruise style to ocean travel. The ship was built to offer a smaller, more personal cruise experience.
4. How is the MV Viking Star different from other cruise ships?It is smaller than many big cruise ships and has a Scandinavian design with light woods and open spaces. It focuses on visiting many ports and staying longer in cities.

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