Morning Starters: Spring 1 - Clean Energy
Did You Know?
Bristol’s ‘Poo Bus’ was a unique and innovative public transportation project launched in 2014. Officially named the ‘Bio-Bus,’ it was the UK’s first bus powered entirely by biogas (methane) derived from human sewage and food waste. Using biofuels to generate power, including electricity, offer several advantages that include reduced greenhouse gas emissions, lower pollution and decreased dependence on fossil fuels.
Credit: BBC World Service - CrowdScience
Word Challenge
The prefix ‘bio-‘ means ‘life’.
Make a list of words that start with the prefix ‘bio’.
Hint: You will find some words in the ‘Did you know?’ paragraph.
Grammar Challenge
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Copy and complete the sentence below with a second independent clause.
The Number 2 bio-bus approached the bus stop, but..
Number Challenge
Bristol’s Bio-bus bus had travelled two-fifths of its 2.5 km journey through the city centre.
How much further did it need to travel to complete the journey?
Critical Thinking
Look closely at the sentence on the side of the Bio-bus (featured in the photograph).
Can you think of an alternative sentence or slogan?