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Welcome to the Virtual Broadcom MASTERS!

You're invited to attend a virtual public exhibition of the Broadcom MASTERS finalists' original research projects. These 30 finalists were selected from a pool of 3, 476 entrants (参赛者) nationwide. Between October 16 and 21, they'll gather online to compete for an award of more than $100, 000 and to be recognized as the nation's most promising young scientists and engineers. You'll be provided with an opportunity to connect with these young scientific leaders who are bringing fresh perspectives to solving global challenges from wildfires and eye disease to data security.

Major Activities for the Finalists

◆Participate in a private judging process with a group of top scientists from 10: 30 am to 11 am on October 20. 

◆Engage in team challenges where the finalists will be judged on their mastery of critical thinking, communication, creativity and cooperation in each area from 11 am to 11: 30 am on October 20. 

◆Respond to questions at their booths (展示台) from 2 pm to 4 pm on October 20. 

Time for Virtual Exhibition

It will open at 10 am on October 20 and will be available to the public through November 4. 

More about Virtual Exhibition

◆The Broadcom MASTERS is taking place virtually for the first time to keep finalists and their family safe during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. 

◆The Society will be providing educational materials for educators who are interested in bringing students to the exhibition for a digital field trip. 

◆Visitors to the exhibition will also have an opportunity to visit the STEM Experiential Hall where you can get access to interactive and immersive (沉浸式的) STEM experiences. 

◆Please plan on watching the Winners Award Ceremony on October 21 at 7 pm and see who will bring home the prize. 

1. （1） What will the finalists do on the afternoon of October 20?

   A . Cooperate with other participants at the booths. B . Participate in the question-and-answer session. C . Show their abilities in team challenges. D . Communicate with top scientists.
3. （2） How long will the virtual exhibition last?

   A . For about a week. B . For about half a month. C . For about a month. D . For about two months.
5. （3） What do we know about the virtual Broadcom MASTERS?

   A . It helps make the exhibition more acceptable. B . It announces the winners on October 20. C . It benefits educators and students. D . It offers a field trip to the winners.