Writing Prompts

1. Benjamin and Samuel usually do everything together, but they split up for the Mars mission. Write two paragraphs that compare and contrast how the twins felt during the simulation. How did Benjamin feel? How did Samuel feel? Use examples from the story to support your answer.
2. Write your own blog post! Tell readers how Kaylee sabotaged the S.M.A.R.T.S. and the Mad Scientists. Don’t forget to explain why she did it!
3. Although Zoe was excited to be a colonist, living in the hab wasn’t always easy. Make a list of things that would be hard about living on Mars, and then write a list about what would be good or exciting. Looking at your lists, would you become a Mars colonist? Why or why not? Write a paragraph about your decision.