The 'Death Star' rises: A new time for science in Russia.


The 'Death Star' rises: A new time for science in Russia.

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The 'Death Star' rises: A new time for science in Russia.

The Emperor is very interested in science. He wants Russian scientists to make new and important discoveries. These discoveries should help make life better for important people and show how strong the nation is.

The Emperor visited a secret lab where scientists built a special machine. They called this machine the \"Death Star\" and it is supposed to destroy the nation's enemies. The \"Death Star\" is a big, round machine made of metal.

Two scientists, Fyodor and Savely, told the Emperor they built the \"Death Star\" using many different parts. They said it took them many years to put all these parts together. Some of the parts they used were bolts, screws, and things that explode.

Savely told the Emperor that the \"Death Star\" is too big to be stopped by anyone. He said that if anyone tried to stop it, it would fall on them. This means no one can defeat the \"Death Star\".

The scientists said they just need to find a way to lift the \"Death Star\" into the sky. They need a very strong engine to do this, but they haven't found one yet. Even though it is difficult, the scientists are sure they will find a way to make it work.


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What does the Emperor want Russian scientists to do?

The Emperor wants Russian scientists to make new and important discoveries.

What is the 'Death Star' supposed to do?

The 'Death Star' is supposed to destroy the nation's enemies.

What do the scientists need to lift the 'Death Star' into the sky?

The scientists need a very strong engine to lift the 'Death Star' into the sky.


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The 'Death Star' rises: A new time for science in Russia.