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What percentage of primary school children in the UK come to school by car?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of walking to school mentioned in the content?
What is one of the proposed solutions to the parking problem at Green Bank Primary School?
How much physical activity do doctors recommend children get each day?
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What alternative forms of active travel are mentioned besides walking?
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What is associated with Walking Wednesday during Walk to School Week?
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What activity will Miss Hargreaves and Mr. Carpenter lead during Walk to School Week?
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What type of competition is mentioned in the event?
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What is a prize awarded for during Walk to School Week?
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What do participants need to bring to the walking club?
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Study Notes
Walk to School Week Overview
- Scheduled from May 16-20 at Green Bank Primary School.
- Promotes walking to school for better health, community, and environmental benefits.
- Nearly 50% of primary school children in the UK travel to school by car; figure is higher at Green Bank.
Traffic and Environmental Concerns
- High car usage leads to congestion around school during drop-off and pick-up.
- Limited parking creates difficulties; illegal parking observed.
- Car emissions contribute to air pollution and negatively affect public health and the planet.
Health Benefits of Walking
- Walking and active travel (cycling, scooting) reduce traffic and pollution.
- Recommended 60 minutes of physical activity for children daily; walking counts toward this goal.
- Positive effects of physical activity include:
- Improved fitness and health.
- Enhanced mood and concentration.
- Better sleep quality.
Activities During Walk to School Week
- Park and Stride: Walking buses supervised by adults from nearby car parks to school.
- Walking Wednesday: Special guest, football mascot Filbert the Fox, joins participants.
- Lunchtime Walking Club: Daily sessions led by Miss Hargreaves and Mr. Carpenter for extra miles, emphasizing comfortable footwear.
Competitions and Incentives
- Prizes for the individual and class that logs the most miles walked, cycled, or scooted.
- Poster competition to encourage participation in walking to school.
- Students can track their progress in a dedicated Walk to School diary.
Engagement Strategy
- Rhetorical questions invite readers to consider personal action and involvement.
- Alliteration and appealing wording enhance the fun aspect of the initiative.
- Clear layout and headings for easy navigation of key information.
Additional Details
- Encouragement of a healthy habit through engaging community activities.
- Emphasis on the joy of walking alongside peers, promoting a sense of camaraderie.
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Description
This quiz focuses on persuasive texts with a specific emphasis on a poster promoting Walk to School Week at Green Bank Primary School. It highlights the health benefits, community impact, and environmental advantages of walking to school. Test your understanding of persuasive language and techniques used in this context.
