Watch the Video
Police say this robot is helping reduce crime in an area in L.A.
Vocabulary
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to patrol
to watch an area by regularly moving around it.
Listening
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1.
What's unusual about the cop in Los Angeles?
It's a robot.
2.
What did people on social media think about the robot cop?
They thought it was cute and a "genius" idea.
3.
Where does the robot patrol?
It patrols a park in L.A.
4.
What does the button on the robot do?
It contacts a real police officer.
5.
Who made the robot?
A company in Silicon Valley.
6.
What kind of trouble has there been in the park?
There has been anti-social behaviour and gang trouble.
7.
What does the woman with the glasses think about the robot?
She likes the robot and she thinks it makes the park safer.
8.
Which crime did the robot help to stop?
It helped stop some vandalism by some kids.
9.
Why don't the men like the robot?
One saw kids hitting and kicking the robot and another man thinks that the money spent on the robot should have been given to the homeless.
10.
What was the result of the test program for the robot?
There were 50% fewer crimes reported and a 30% increase in arrests.
Discussion Questions
Discuss the questions with your classmates or teacher.
Did you like this video?
Do you live in a safe area?
What kind of crimes are common in your country?
Have you ever been to L.A.? Would you like to go (again)?
Have you ever been a victim of crime?
Have you ever seen a robot?
What robots do you like from movies and TV?
What kind of jobs will be replaced by robots?
Do you think a police robot is a good idea?
Do you think this robot is "invading" privacy?
Should robot be allowed to have weapons?
Would you like to chat with the teacher about this topic?
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