What is a Robot Lesson Text

What is a robot?

• A programmable machine that is able to move, sense, and react to its surroundings

• A type of animal

• A kind of plant

• A musical instrument

To accomplish its tasks, a robot must have which of the following? (more than one answer is correct)

• A way to propel itself, such as motors or actuators

• A computer or microprocessor

• Feathers

• Wheels only

Many robots also have ________ that allow them to interact with the environment.

• sensors

• wheels

• batteries

• antennas

The RoboBlocky Integrated Learning Environment allows you to:

• Create and test robotics programs

• Play online games

• Edit photos and videos

• Write essays and reports

Linkbots are modular robots that can only be used for virtual programming and cannot be combined with accessories or sensors.

• True

• False

When you connect a Linkbot to your computer and run a RoboBlocky program, what happens?

• The Linkbot follows the instructions in the RoboBlocky program.

• The Linkbot charges its battery automatically.

• The Linkbot disconnects from the computer.

• The Linkbot displays an error message.

Look at the images of the robots. Which of the following statements is true about Linkbots?

• They can be combined with accessories and sensors

• They can only be used alone

• They cannot be programmed

• They are not used in classrooms

What is the RoboPlay Competition?

• A music contest

• A level-playing-field robotics competition using Linkbots for students in grades 5-12

• A sports event

• A cooking competition

The RoboPlay Competition is designed for students to showcase their real-world problem solving skills in a _______ environment.

• competitive

• casual

• virtual

• isolated