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ArchiveLesson #13Science

7 April 2026 · BBC

Excitement Builds for Artemis II Launch

Hundreds of thousands gather on Florida's Space Coast for the Artemis II launch, marking a significant moment in space exploration.

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The Artemis II is drawing around 400,000 people to Florida's Space Coast, where they will witness attempting to fly around the Moon. Local businesses are preparing for a surge in tourists, with shops selling themed . This is especially exciting as it marks a return to lunar exploration.

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Key vocabulary

  • launch

    the act of sending a rocket or spacecraft into the air

    “The launch of Artemis II is highly anticipated.”

  • astronaut

    a person trained to travel in a spacecraft

    “Four astronauts will be part of the Artemis II mission.”

  • influx

    a large arrival or incoming of people or things

    “Local officials talk of a 'historic influx' of tourists.”

  • souvenir

    an item kept as a reminder of a person, place, or event

    “Brenda sells NASA souvenirs in her shop.”

  • economic impact

    the effect of an event on the economy of a region

    “The launch is expected to have an economic impact of around $160 million.”

Quick quiz

01How many people are expected to watch the Artemis II launch?

02What is the purpose of the Artemis II mission?

03What economic benefit is expected from the launch?

04What does Brenda Mulberry want to do?

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Discussion

What do you think the impact of space exploration is on local communities?