Eavesdropping made easy
There is high-tech equipment that can help you eavesdrop on people. But you can also keep things simple. Make your own eavesdropping device and listen secretly from a distance to the conversations of your neighbours, your teacher, or members of your family.
A pair of scissors
A washing machine hose
Tape
A paper plate
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What did you discover?
The listening device can pick up sound waves really well – better than your ear. The sound is carried through the hose to your ear, which helps you listen in on what people are saying.