A 12-year-old boy in Ann Arbor, Michigan, led police on a one-hour chase while driving a stolen forklift. During the pursuit, the forklift hit around 10 parked cars, according to a statement from the police. The initial investigation suggests that the vehicle was unlocked and the key was hidden inside when it was taken. The boy has been taken into custody, and the criminal investigation is still ongoing.
This incident occurred in Ann Arbor, Michigan, where a 12-year-old boy took police on a chase while driving a stolen forklift. The police statement mentioned that during the pursuit, the forklift collided with approximately 10 parked cars. The preliminary investigation indicates that the vehicle was unlocked, and the key was hidden inside when it was taken. The boy has been apprehended, and the police are continuing their investigation into the incident.
The chase lasted for about an hour, during which the stolen forklift caused damage to multiple parked cars. The police in Ann Arbor, Michigan, have stated that their initial findings suggest that the vehicle was unlocked, and the key was hidden inside at the time it was taken. The 12-year-old boy responsible for the incident has been taken into custody, and the investigation is still ongoing.
In Ann Arbor, Michigan, a 12-year-old boy led the police on a chase while driving a stolen forklift. The pursuit lasted for an hour and resulted in the forklift hitting approximately 10 parked cars. The police have stated that their preliminary investigation shows that the vehicle was unlocked, and the key was hidden inside when it was taken. The boy has been apprehended, and the investigation is currently underway.
A 12-year-old boy in Ann Arbor, Michigan, took the police on a chase while driving a stolen forklift. The pursuit lasted for an hour and resulted in the forklift colliding with around 10 parked cars. According to the police, their initial investigation indicates that the vehicle was unlocked, and the key was hidden inside when it was taken. The boy has been taken into custody, and the investigation is still ongoing.
Original news source: Forklift chase: Ann Arbor Police chase 12-year-old boy (BBC)
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Group or Classroom Activities
Warm-up Activities:
– News Summary
Instructions: In pairs or small groups, students read the article and then work together to write a concise summary of the key information. They should focus on the main details such as the location, the age of the boy, the stolen vehicle, the duration of the chase, and the outcome of the incident. Each group then shares their summary with the class.
– Opinion Poll
Instructions: Divide the class into groups and assign each group a role: parents, police officers, or the 12-year-old boy. Each group should discuss and come up with at least 3 questions related to the incident that they would like to ask the other groups. Once the questions are prepared, each group takes turns asking their questions to the other groups. After all the questions have been asked, each group shares their opinions and perspectives on the incident.
– Pros and Cons
Instructions: In pairs or small groups, students discuss the pros and cons of allowing 12-year-olds to drive forklifts. They should consider factors such as safety, maturity, responsibility, and legal implications. Each group then presents their arguments to the class and engages in a class discussion.
– Think-Pair-Share
Instructions: Students individually think about and jot down their thoughts on the question: “What are the potential consequences of a 12-year-old driving a stolen forklift?” After a few minutes, they pair up with a partner and share their ideas. Finally, each pair joins another pair to form a group of four, and they share their combined ideas. The class then discusses the various perspectives and consequences.
– Future Predictions
Instructions: In pairs or small groups, students discuss and make predictions about what might happen to the 12-year-old boy involved in the incident. They should consider factors such as legal consequences, personal development, and potential support or intervention. Each group presents their predictions to the class, and a class discussion follows.
Comprehension Questions:
1. Where did this incident take place?
2. How long did the chase last?
3. How many parked cars did the forklift hit during the pursuit?
4. What does the police statement suggest about the vehicle’s condition when it was taken?
5. What is the age of the boy responsible for the incident?
6. What has happened to the boy after being apprehended?
7. What is the current status of the investigation?
8. Can you summarize the incident in your own words?
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Listen and Fill in the Gaps:
A 12-year-old boy in Ann Arbor, Michigan, led (1)______ on a one-hour chase while (2)______ a (3)______ forklift. During the pursuit, the forklift hit around 10 parked cars, according to a statement from the police. The initial investigation suggests that the vehicle was unlocked and the key was (4)______ inside when it was taken. The boy has been taken into custody, and the criminal investigation is still ongoing.
This incident occurred in Ann Arbor, Michigan, where a 12-year-old boy took police on a chase while driving a stolen forklift. The police statement mentioned that during the pursuit, the forklift collided with approximately 10 parked cars. The preliminary investigation indicates that the vehicle was unlocked, and the key was hidden inside when it was taken. The boy has been apprehended, and the police are continuing their investigation into the (5)______.
The chase lasted for about an hour, during which the stolen forklift (6)______ damage to multiple parked cars. The police in Ann Arbor, Michigan, have (7)______ that their initial (8)______ suggest that the (9)______ was unlocked, and the key was hidden inside at the time it was (10)______. The 12-year-old boy responsible for the incident has been taken into custody, and the (11)______ is still (12)______.
In Ann Arbor, Michigan, a 12-year-old boy led the police on a chase while driving a stolen forklift. The pursuit lasted for an hour and resulted in the forklift hitting approximately 10 parked cars. The police have stated that their preliminary investigation shows that the vehicle was unlocked, and the key was hidden inside when it was taken. The boy has been apprehended, and the investigation is currently (13)______.
A 12-year-old boy in Ann Arbor, Michigan, took the police on a chase while driving a stolen (14)______. The pursuit lasted for an hour and resulted in the forklift colliding with around 10 parked cars. According to the police, their (15)______ investigation indicates that the vehicle was unlocked, and the key was hidden inside when it was taken. The boy has been taken into (16)______, and the investigation is still ongoing.
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Discussion Questions:
Students can ask a partner these questions, or discuss them as a group.
1. What do you think would motivate a 12-year-old to steal a forklift and lead the police on a chase?
2. How would you feel if you were one of the owners of the parked cars that were hit by the stolen forklift?
3. Do you think the boy should face criminal charges for his actions? Why or why not?
4. Have you ever witnessed a car chase or been involved in one? If so, can you describe what happened?
5. What kind of consequences do you think the boy should face for his actions?
6. How do you think this incident will impact the boy’s future?
7. Do you think the parents or guardians of the boy should be held responsible for his actions? Why or why not?
8. Have you ever done something reckless or dangerous when you were younger? If so, what was it and why did you do it?
9. How do you think incidents like this affect the reputation of the community where they occur?
10. What measures do you think could be taken to prevent incidents like this from happening in the future?
11. Do you think the boy should receive counseling or therapy to address any underlying issues that may have led to his behavior? Why or why not?
12. Do you think the boy’s age should be taken into consideration when determining his punishment? Why or why not?
13. What do you think the boy’s motivations were for taking the forklift and leading the police on a chase?
14. How do you think this incident will impact the boy’s relationship with law enforcement in the future?
15. Do you think incidents like this reflect a larger issue with youth behavior and discipline? Why or why not?
Individual Activities
Vocabulary Meanings:
Match each word to its meaning.
Words:
1. boy
2. Ann Arbor
3. police
4. chase
5. stolen
6. forklift
7. parked cars
8. investigation
Meanings:
(a) A vehicle used for lifting and moving heavy objects
(b) A pursuit or pursuit of someone or something
(c) A city in Michigan, United States
(d) Law enforcement officers
(e) The act of conducting a systematic inquiry or examination
(f) Taken without permission or unlawfully
(g) A male child
(h) Vehicles that are not in motion and are stationary
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Multiple Choice Questions:
1. Where did the incident with the stolen forklift occur?
(a) New York City, New York
(b) Los Angeles, California
(c) Ann Arbor, Michigan
(d) Chicago, Illinois
2. How old was the boy who led the police on the chase?
(a) 16 years old
(b) 10 years old
(c) 14 years old
(d) 12 years old
3. How long did the chase with the stolen forklift last?
(a) 30 minutes
(b) 2 hours
(c) About an hour
(d) 15 minutes
4. How many parked cars did the forklift hit during the pursuit?
(a) 5 cars
(b) Approximately 10 cars
(c) 20 cars
(d) 3 cars
5. What did the police statement suggest about the stolen forklift?
(a) The vehicle was unlocked and the key was hidden inside.
(b) The vehicle was locked and the key was left inside.
(c) The vehicle was unlocked and the key was left inside.
(d) The vehicle was locked and the key was hidden inside.
6. What is the status of the criminal investigation?
(a) It has been concluded.
(b) It has been suspended.
(c) It is inconclusive.
(d) It is still ongoing.
7. What happened to the boy responsible for the incident?
(a) He has been taken into custody.
(b) He was released without charges.
(c) He was given a warning.
(d) He was sent to a juvenile detention center.
8. What is the location mentioned in the article?
(a) Detroit, Michigan
(b) Ann Arbor, Michigan
(c) Lansing, Michigan
(d) Grand Rapids, Michigan
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True or False Questions:
1. The police statement mentioned that the forklift collided with approximately 5 parked cars during the chase.
2. A 12-year-old boy in Ann Arbor, Michigan, led police on a one-hour chase while driving a stolen forklift.
3. The forklift hit around 10 parked cars during the pursuit, according to a statement from the police.
4. The vehicle was locked and the key was not hidden inside when it was taken, based on the initial investigation.
5. The girl has not been taken into custody following the incident.
6. The criminal investigation is still ongoing.
7. The incident occurred in Detroit, Michigan.
8. The preliminary investigation suggests that the vehicle was unlocked and the key was hidden inside when it was taken.
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Write a Summary:
Write a summary of this news article in two sentences.
Writing Questions:
Answer the following questions. Write as much as you can for each answer.
1. What was the age of the boy who led police on a chase while driving a stolen forklift?
2. How long did the chase between the boy and the police last?
3. How many parked cars were hit by the stolen forklift during the pursuit?
4. What did the police find during their preliminary investigation about the stolen forklift?
5. What is the current status of the boy responsible for the incident?
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Comprehension Question Answers:
1. Where did this incident take place?
This incident took place in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
2. How long did the chase last?
The chase lasted for about an hour.
3. How many parked cars did the forklift hit during the pursuit?
The forklift hit approximately 10 parked cars during the pursuit.
4. What does the police statement suggest about the vehicle’s condition when it was taken?
The police statement suggests that the vehicle was unlocked and the key was hidden inside when it was taken.
5. What is the age of the boy responsible for the incident?
The boy responsible for the incident is 12 years old.
6. What has happened to the boy after being apprehended?
The boy has been taken into custody.
7. What is the current status of the investigation?
The investigation is still ongoing.
8. Can you summarize the incident in your own words?
A 12-year-old boy in Ann Arbor, Michigan, stole a forklift and led the police on a one-hour chase. During the pursuit, the forklift hit around 10 parked cars. The initial investigation suggests that the vehicle was unlocked and the key was hidden inside when it was taken. The boy has been taken into custody, and the criminal investigation is still ongoing.
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Listen and Fill in the Gaps Answers:
(1) police
(2) driving
(3) stolen
(4) hidden
(5) incident
(6) caused
(7) stated
(8) findings
(9) vehicle
(10) taken
(11) investigation
(12) ongoing
(13) underway
(14) forklift
(15) initial
(16) custody
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Vocabulary Meanings Answers:
1. boy
Answer: (g) A male child
2. Ann Arbor
Answer: (c) A city in Michigan, United States
3. police
Answer: (d) Law enforcement officers
4. chase
Answer: (b) A pursuit or pursuit of someone or something
5. stolen
Answer: (f) Taken without permission or unlawfully
6. forklift
Answer: (a) A vehicle used for lifting and moving heavy objects
7. parked cars
Answer: (h) Vehicles that are not in motion and are stationary
8. investigation
Answer: (e) The act of conducting a systematic inquiry or examination
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Multiple Choice Answers:
1. Where did the incident with the stolen forklift occur?
Answer: (c) Ann Arbor, Michigan
2. How old was the boy who led the police on the chase?
Answer: (d) 12 years old
3. How long did the chase with the stolen forklift last?
Answer: (c) About an hour
4. How many parked cars did the forklift hit during the pursuit?
Answer: (b) Approximately 10 cars
5. What did the police statement suggest about the stolen forklift?
Answer: (a) The vehicle was unlocked and the key was hidden inside.
6. What is the status of the criminal investigation?
Answer: (d) It is still ongoing.
7. What happened to the boy responsible for the incident?
Answer: (a) He has been taken into custody.
8. What is the location mentioned in the article?
Answer: (b) Ann Arbor, Michigan
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True or False Answers:
1. The police statement mentioned that the forklift collided with approximately 5 parked cars during the chase. (Answer: False)
2. A 12-year-old boy in Ann Arbor, Michigan, led police on a one-hour chase while driving a stolen forklift. (Answer: True)
3. The forklift hit around 10 parked cars during the pursuit, according to a statement from the police. (Answer: True)
4. The vehicle was locked and the key was not hidden inside when it was taken, based on the initial investigation. (Answer: False)
5. The girl has not been taken into custody following the incident. (Answer: False)
6. The criminal investigation is still ongoing. (Answer: True)
7. The incident occurred in Detroit, Michigan. (Answer: False)
8. The preliminary investigation suggests that the vehicle was unlocked and the key was hidden inside when it was taken. (Answer: True)
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